LEARN TO PLAY OR SHARPEN YOUR SKILLS
Learn to play ice hockey in Adelaide at our Ice Hockey Academy. Ice Hockey is a game that can be enjoyed by kids and adults alike, it can be played for a lifetime in a community that is friendly with a genuine passion for the sport. Ice hockey also develops skills that can be used both on and off the ice.
Ice Hockey Academy is run by professional and local coaches and players, our ice hockey courses are available for children and adults, and can train everyone from beginners to those wanting to take ice hockey to a professional level. Our courses include Learn to Skate Hockey, Basic, Intermediate, Advanced, or our specialist class Power & Edges.
ICE HOCKEY ACADEMY
FREE SKATE PASSES
All Ice Hockey Academy courses come with passes to Public Skate, Stick & Puck, and Shinnies for your own practice
ALL AGES
We have courses available for all ages starting from 3 years + as well as Adults-Only classes.
EASY TO SCHEDULE
Our courses run inline with the School Terms with multiple classes per week, so you can conveniently add Skate School to your schedule.
BOOKING THE RIGHT CLASS
NEW TO SKATING?
To begin your ice hockey journey, you first need to skate. Ice Hockey Academy focuses on gameplay skills and tactics as well as specific skating skills for ice hockey. It is expected that you are competent with the minimum skating requirements outlined below to get the full benefit of Ice Hockey Academy classes.
SKATE SCHOOL
Our Skate School course will get you comfortable with the fundamentals of skating. Students wishing to join Ice Hockey Academy only need to complete Level 5&6 of Skate School to be competent in these techniques.
COMPLETED SKATE SCHOOL LEVEL 6 OR LEARN TO SKATE HOCKEY?
For those who have completed Level 6 of Skate School or Learn to Skate Hockey, you are ready to progress into our Basic level ice hockey classes.
If you have attended a term of Ice Hockey Academy before, please book your current level.
If you’re not sure what level you are, contact skateschool@icearena.au
ALREADY HAVE ICE HOCKEY EXPERIENCE?
There are many pathways into hockey, so if you’ve never attended an Ice Hockey Academy course at The Ice ArenA, or you play ice hockey with a club, chat with our team to book in an assessment where our coaches will guide you to the appropriate course level for you.
Email skateschool@icearena.au to arrange your assessment.
The Ice ArenA also offers specialised ice hockey courses for those looking to take their game to the next level. We also run regular camps and clinics and we work closely with IHSA who also run various development programs.
Please note when booking into Skate School you are agreeing to the Terms & Conditions. These include agreeing to the Ice ArenA Conditions of Entry and Code of Conduct, as well as the payment of fees, cancellation notices, refund, and credit terms. Refunds will not be given for ‘change of mind’. For more information on the Terms & Conditions please email skateschool@icearena.au with your queries.
For Adults, we offer Learn to Skate Hockey, a bridging course for skating techniques specific to ice hockey. Adults only need to complete Aussie Skate Level 2 in Skate School before moving onto Learn to Skate Hockey.
New to skating and hockey? Learn to Skate Hockey is an Adults Only bridging course. Adults learn differently, and this course develops the specific skating skills required in hockey including basic hockey stance, forward and backward stride, crossovers, starting and stopping, edge techniques and other necessary fundamentals.
AGES
Adults Only
EQUIPMENT
Helmet*
Hockey Skates
Hockey Gloves
Shin Guards (highly recommended but not compulsory)
* Helmets must be as sanctioned by IHA i.e. Juniors & Women have full cage or fishbowl, Men are also allowed Half Visor
BEGINNERS COURSES
SCHEDULE
Adults
Beginners/Intermediate
Mon 5:45pm - 6:45pm
LEARN TO SKATE HOCKEY
LEVELS
This course is for beginners. For those completely new to skating, The Ice ArenA requires all new skaters to complete Skate School Beginner levels before moving on to Learn to Skate Hockey.
ENROLMENT
Learn to Skate Hockey runs with the public school terms.
Enrolments open now. Online enrolments close on the first day of term, phone and in-person enrolments at Reception remain open throughout the term.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
60 minute weekly classes
FREE Skate Hire
Instruction from our accredited coaches
FREE 10x Pass valid for Public Skate and Stick & Puck sessions during term*
* Please note the FREE 10x Pass is eligible for full course enrolments only, casual attendees are not eligible, the 10x Pass is an added bonus and is not included in the cost of the course
PRICING
PAY UPFRONT AND SAVE
Early Bird – $337.50
Regular – $375
Casual Class: $45
BASIC TO ADVANCED COURSES
Ice Hockey Academy is a course running the length of each school term helping people of all ages to learn and improve their ice hockey game skills, to provide pathways and progress through the divisions and grades of hockey.
Booking is available online and at Reception. We also offer drop-in options, these can be arranged and paid for at Reception.
When you enrol in a full term you also receive 10x FREE Skate Passes valid for Public Skate, Stick & Puck, and Shinny sessions to practice in your own time.
REQUIREMENTS
It is recommended that students have passed Aussie Skate Level 6 prior to beginning Ice Hockey Academy. This ensures competency in various forward and backward stroking techniques, particularly crossovers, as well as turns, transitions, and using edges effectively.
Ice Hockey Academy is focused on teaching the game and improving the efficiency of skating techniques, it does not teach the basics of skating, and those who cannot comfortably skate as described will not benefit as much from the course instruction.
AGE
We offer classes for all age groups including both separate and mixed Juniors and Adults classes
Juniors: Ages 5 – 17
Adults: 18+
LESSON LENGTH
Weekly 60 minutes classes.
ENROLMENT DATES
Skate School runs with the school terms.
Term 1 – Sat 1 Feb to Mon 14 April 2025
EARLY BIRD
Receive a 10% discount when you enroll during the promotional period. Discount will automatically be applied at checkout where applicable.
Term 1 Early Bird ends Mon 27 Jan 2025.
Bookings made after the promotion will be charged the full price unless evidence of an attempt to book and pay during the promotional period is emailed to skateschool@icearena.au
Early Bird applies to full course bookings only, Drop-In classes are not applicable.
ICE HOCKEY ACADEMY
EQUIPMENT
Helmet
Hockey Skates
Hockey Stick
Hockey Gloves
Shoulder & Chest Pads
Elbow Pads
Shin Guards
Neck Guard
Cup
Jersey
Hockey Pants
Hockey Socks
*Neck Guards and Helmets must be as sanctioned by IHA i.e. Juniors & Women have full cage or fishbowl, Men are also allowed Half Visor
WHAT’S INCLUDED
60 minute weekly classes
FREE Skate Hire
Instruction from our accredited coaches
FREE 10x Pass valid for Public Skate and Stick & Puck sessions during term*
* Please note the FREE 10x Pass is eligible for full course enrolments only, casual attendees are not eligible, the 10x Pass is an added bonus and is not included in the cost of the course
PAYMENT PLAY
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Classes run on Tuesdays – just find the class for your level and age, and attend the same class every week. You can choose to enrol in the full term or attend casual classes with our drop-in option.
Booking is available online and at Reception. We also offer drop-in options, these can be arranged and paid for at Reception.
When you enrol in a full term you also receive 5x FREE Skate Passes valid for Public Skate, Stick & Puck, and Shinny sessions to practice in your own time.
LEVELS
Ice Hockey Academy offers classes from Basic to Advanced for Juniors and Adults.
Our Advanced classes are All Ages.
BASIC
Start learning to play the game of ice hockey. Learn the 4 positions of ice hockey, basic puck handling, and shooting techniques, as well as more advanced skating techniques such as forward and backward crossovers, tight turns, and transitions.
Junior Basic
Adult Basic
INTERMEDIATE
The focus is on applying the skills acquired from our Basic course to more complex game play. There is more attention to developing speed in your skills including skating and decision making, ice hockey is a fast game after all. This course is recommended to anyone currently playing Div 1 or lower.
Junior Intermediate
Adult Intermediate
Tues 5:45pm - 6:45pm
Small Ice
Tues 6:15pm - 7:15pm
Large Ice
HOCKEY ACADEMY LEVELS
Tues 5:45pm - 6:45pm
Small Ice
Tues 6:15pm - 7:15pm
Large Ice
ADVANCED
Take all the skills you have acquired and apply them into advanced game play scenarios. The focus is on applying offensive and defensive tactics for individuals and for small groups in the fast-paced scenarios of an ice hockey game. This course is recommended for anyone currently playing C Grade or higher.
All ages Advanced Tues 7:00 - 8:00pm
Small Ice
PRICING
PAY UPFRONT & SAVE
Early Bird: $337.50
Full price: $375.00
Casual Class: $45.00
Maximize your performance and improve your technique. Focusing on both the effectiveness and efficiency of your skating, Power & Edges is for those looking to take their game to the next level. Ice hockey is a fast-paced game, requiring both quick bursts of energy and endurance to perform in 3x 20 minute periods. Improving your skating technique for each stroke, learning to use your edges correctly and conditioning your muscles for the work required will greatly improve your game.
When you enroll in a full term you also receive 5x FREE Skate Passes valid for Public Skate, Stick & Puck, and Shinny sessions to practice in your own time.
AGES
All Ages
REQUIREMENTS
Students attending this course are expected to be proficient skaters already. This course is recommended for those in Ice Hockey Academy Advanced and those playing in B Grade and above.
Some students from Intermediate may be eligible, please chat with your coach to see whether Power & Edges would be beneficial to you at this stage of your hockey journey.
EQUIPMENT
It is highly recommended that players arrive in their full kit as prescribed in Ice Hockey Academy Basic to Advanced Courses, please refer to this section.
Power & Edges
SCHEDULE
Mon 6:45pm - 7:15pm
Small Ice
SPECIALISED COURSES
POWER & EDGES
PRICING
PAY UPFRONT AND SAVE
Early Bird – $337.50
Regular – $375
Casual Class – $45
HOCKEY ACADEMY CLASSES TIMES
MONDAY
Learn to Skate (Adults)
5:45PM – 6:45PM (Small Ice)
Power & Edges
6:45PM – 7:15PM (Small Ice)
TUESDAY
Junior Basic & Intermediate
5:45PM – 6:45PM (Small Ice)
Adult Basic & Intermediate
6:15PM – 7:15PM (Large Ice)
Advanced
7:00PM – 8:00PM (Small Ice)