New to Hockey: Learn to Play Hockey
Class Locations, Days, Times:
Classes will run from July 2025 - March 2026.
No charge for new Learn to Play Hockey participants.
ALL Players must register. Walk-ons not permitted!
You can pick just one class or register for multiple classes each month.
SUNDAYS 1:00 - 2:00 pm
Indy Fuel Tank
9022 E. 126th Street
Fishers, IN 46038
WEDNESDAYS 4:15 - 5:15 pm
Carmel Ice Skadium
1040 3rd Ave. SW
Carmel, IN 46032
Register Here
ALL Players must register. Walk-ons not permitted!
If your child is new to skating or has limited skating experience, please DO NOT register. Learn to Play Hockey (LTPH) focuses on teaching hockey fundamentals, not basic skating skills. To ensure a positive and enjoyable first experience, your child must already be able to:
- Skate forwards and backwards
- Glide
- Stop
If your child needs to learn these skills first, please contact Learn to Play Hockey Director Jake Moore: jake@iyha.com
December Registration CLICK HERE
January Registration CLICK HERE
February Registration CLICK HERE
March Registration CLICK HERE
Classes run through March 2026, and will resume again July 2026.
Class Format
The Jr Fuel Learn to Play group hockey classes are crafted for kids between the ages of 4 - 17. Players will learn the fundamentals of hockey, including puck handling, while enhancing their skating skills and scoring game-winning goals!Full equipment required.
Our station-based format gives players the opportunity to learn the necessary skills in a safe and competitive environment. The action-packed practices keep the kids moving, engaged, and excited to back to the rink every week!
Each class starts with a 10-minute group warm-up with the whole class. Players are then divided into 4 groups based on age/skill level. Players will rotate through 4 stations every 10 minutes:
- Game Station - soccer, tag, tic-tac-toe, guard the dog, etc
- Passing/Shooting Station - includes a variety of puck-handling and shooting drills
- Skating Station - transitions, crossovers, edge work etc.
- Scrimmage Station - always every player's favorite station!
The last 5 - 7 minutes will be a group game of either Torpedo Alley or Sharks and Minnows for all players to participate. This is always a fun activity for the kids, coaches, and the parents!
What You Will Need
Skates – Skates that will fit your child today with no more than ½” allowed for growth. Seek adequate protection in the ankle, toe and instep areas, improperly fitted skates will hamper your child’s ability to skate.
Helmet – Must be of a design and construction approved by the Hockey Equipment Certification Council (HECC). Must be sized at the time of purchase to fit properly. The chin strap must always be fastened.
Facemask – Must be of a design and construction approved by the Hockey Equipment Certification Council (HECC).
Stick – Length should generally extend from the ice to the players chin (with skates on). Quality and price differ greatly, so the choice is yours.
Neck laceration protector (NLP) - Choose a neck laceration protector with cut-resistant material that covers as much of the exposed neck area as possible. The protector should be worn properly without any alteration.
Shin Pads – Check for proper lengths so they protect the knee and skin completely.
Cup – Essential protective equipment.
Gloves – Check for proper fit with good finger and hand mobility.
Shoulder Pads – Adjust to fit the individual at the time of purchase. A fiber cap is extremely important in preventing shoulder separations and should extend to the tip of the shoulder.
Pants – Provide protection for the lower spine, hips and thighs.
Elbow Pads – Properly fitted so they do not slide.
For goaltenders, special equipment is necessary such as gloves (catching and stick), chest and stomach protection, goalie skates (with protective shell), leg pads and shoulder and arm protectors. The goaltender’s equipment is especially important, so seek advice from a knowledgeable source.
Rent Equipment
Rink Rat Rentals
Rink Rat Rentals offers high-quality rental equipment for youth hockey players of all ages, providing an affordable alternative to buying new gear.
The process is simple: just visit www.rinkratrentals.com, select the gear you need, choose your rental period, and have it delivered to your door. There is typically a 1-week lead time on all orders.
If you have questions or need assistance, reach out via email to: contact@rinkratrentals.com
Purchase Equipment
Pure Hockey
Shop online today and have your new equipment shipped directly to your home! Click to Shop
Or shop in person at:
2007 E. Greyhound Pass
Carmel, IN 46033
317-669-2154
www.purehockey.com
