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Learn to Play Hockey
Scheduled Break/No Classes Sat. May 27 - Mon., May 30
The Berger Foundation Iceplex offers a path from beginner to player through four Learn To Play Sessions. Each Session lasts 7-Weeks.
Expand the Levels to learn more about each level and register for the best session for your youth or teen.
LIL' Firebirds Learn To Play

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In addition to learning beginner hockey fundamentals, each player will be sized for a complete set of custom NHL Learn to Play hockey equipment partnered with Seattle Kraken and receive a free one-year USA Hockey membership number.
This program is only available for first time players. Kids with prior hockey experience should register for Learn to Play 2 or Firebirds Youth Rec Leagues.
Ages:
- 5-9; co-ed
Pre-Requisite
- Player should have graduated Learn to Skate or equivalent too, prior to registering.
Duration:
- 7-Week session/ 45-min group classes / 1 session per week
Equipment:
- Lil’ Firebirds Jersey included
- Players receive an 11-piece kit of custom fitted gear from Pure Hockey: jersey, helmet, stick, skates, gloves, hockey socks, hockey pants, shoulder pads, elbow pads, shin guards & hockey bag.
- You will be sent a link upon registration for Pure Hockey gear sizing and orders to be sent directly to your house.
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This program is ideal for players wishing to continue to develop the basics through group class station based hokey skills and games. Skills covered include skating, puck handling, passing, and shooting. Players should have graduated Learn to Play 1 program prior to registering. Equipment not included.
- Lil’ Firebirds LTP Jersey Included
This class is highly repeatable. It is generally recommended that players take the LTP2 class before moving to LTP3 or Firebirds Youth Rec Leagues.
Ages:
- 5-12; co-ed
Pre-Requisite
- Learn to Play 1
- USA Hockey Membership
Duration:
- 7-Week session/ 45-min group classes / 1 session per week
Required Equipment (Players must provide their own)
- Helmet with cage
- Gloves, elbow pads, shoulder pads, shin pads, jock/jill, hockey pants, socks
- Hockey stick
- Hockey skates
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This class is designed as a steppingstone into the Firebirds Youth Rec League. It is ideal for players wanting more while they wait to join the next season of the Youth Rec League. Players will continue to work on basic skills but are expecting to be highly proficient in most skill areas in addition to more games.
Players should have completed LTP2 prior to registering. Equipment not included. Speak with a Berger Iceplex Coach for a recommendation.
Ages:
- 5-12; co-ed
Pre-Requisite
- Learn to Play 2
- USA Hockey Membership
Duration:
- 7-Week session/ 45-min group classes / 1 session per week
Required Equipment (Players must provide their own)
- Helmet with cage
- Gloves, elbow pads, shoulder pads, shin pads, jock/jill, hockey pants, socks
- Hockey stick
- Hockey skates
- Lil Firebirds LTP Jersey Included
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It’s never too late to learn to play hockey!
The Teen LTP is a developmental stage if the goal is to play in our Youth Firebirds Rec Leagues. This is for players to improve their fundamental skills and prepare for the Rec Leagues at their own pace. This program is designed for older kids (ages 10-17) new to the game. As with other Learn to Play classes, players will learn the same fundamental hockey skills in a setting for older kids. Players should have completed a Learn to Skate series prior to registering. Full equipment is required.
Ages:
- 13-17; co-ed
Pre-Requisite
- Learn to Skate
- USA Hockey Membership
Duration:
- 7-Week session/ 45-min group classes / 1 session per week
Required Equipment (Players must provide their own)
- Helmet with Facemask
- Gloves, elbow pads, shoulder pads, shin pads, jock/jill, hockey pants,
- Hockey Stick
- Hockey Skates
- Jersey and Socks
- No Jersey Included
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This program is designed for adults (18+) who have never played hockey or have minimal experience. Upon completion of this program, players have the opportunity to progress into the Adult Hockey League. Players should have completed a Learn to Skate series prior to registering. Full equipment is required.
Program begins Saturday, July 15 and runs to August 26 | Sessions 3:45PM-4:30PM
All skaters must become members of USA Hockey