Learn to Play Hockey
Learn to Play with West Haven Youth Hockey!
Learn To Play Hockey
Fall 2026 - First Session
Welcome to West Haven Youth Hockey's Learn to Play Program! Here you will find all the information for Learn to Play. The First Session for the 2026-27 Season runs from September 30th - December 20th and is FREE! For more information, contact our LTP Director Callan McKeon at callan.mckeon@sbcglobal.net
Ages
The minimum age for Learn to Play is 4 years old, however participants MUST be able to get from one side of the ice to the other without needing assistance. If they can do that, we can teach the rest!
When
The First Session runs from September 30th - December 20th
Every Sunday 4:30pm (Except 10/18)
Every Wednesday 6:00pm (Until 11/25)
You can also find our schedule by clicking here
Where
Edward L. Bennett Rink
Campus of West Haven High School
Voted "Best Rink in CT" by @CTHSHockey and "Best Place to Watch a Game" by GameTimeCT.com
Practices
Practice's are based off of USA Hockey's American Development Model. Participants are broken up into small area groups and participate in age and skill appropriate drills and games while having fun doing so!
Equipment
Equipment Packages are available from
Bensen/Ferguson's
326 Boston Post Rd. Orange
Equipment Packages start at $150!
Equipment Package includes helmet, skates, gloves, elbow pads, shin pads, stick and a hockey bag.
**All players are required to wear a neckguard, they will NOT be allowed on the ice without one.**
(Make sure to bring a copy of your registration confirmation with you to the store)
Extra Costs
All Participants are required to have a USA Hockey Registration Number
(USA Hockey Registration fee varies depending on the age of the participant. To obtain a USA Hockey Number, click here)
Jerseys
All participants receive a FREE jersey!
Frequently Asked Questions
Does my child have to know how to skate before joining Learn to Play?
YES - Skating experience is required. As long as your child can skate from one side of the ice to the other without needing assistance, we can teach the rest!
What hockey equipment is required for Learn to Play?
The minimum equipment that is required is a helmet, skates, gloves, elbow pads, shin pads, neck guard and a stick. We recommend that participants wear hockey pants to better protect them for when they fall.
When I register, am I signing up for BOTH days?
Yes. When registering for LTP, you are registering for BOTH Sunday and Wednesday.
Fall Session 2026
Learn to Play Hockey at Bennett Rink with West Haven Youth Hockey.
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