Learn to Play
U5 - U8
FUN
Oct to Mid-April - 1 hr/wk
Professional Coaches
About Learn to Play
The Leaside Hockey Association's Learn To Play program is designed for our youngest players, ages 4 (Under 5) to 7 (Under 8), who have never played hockey are are learning to skate. The program is best suited to players that are comfortable on the ice without a parent, as parents are NOT permitted on the ice.
Our Learn To Play program includes a weekly, one-hour skill development session delivered by professional coaches from Healy Hockey. During each session, players are arranged by ability into smaller groups and our coaches use play-based drills and small area games to build the foundational skills required to play hockey. When necessary, age-appropriate equipment such as skating aids, lighter blue pucks and small nets are used to help build confidence on the ice. Players in the Learn To Play program enjoy a higher than average instructor to player ratio so participants receive the attention they need to ensure a safe, fun and productive experience.
Players that are six years of age or older (U7+) who have played hockey or are confident skaters are encouraged to join our House League program.
Please reach out to Emily Pengelly if you have any questions hlcoordinator@leasidehockey.com
PLEASE NOTE: Our Learn-to-Play program is now SOLD OUT for the 2024-2025 season.
Registration for the 2025-2026 season will open in the spring.
| Division | Born | Program* |
| Timbits U5 | 2020 | LTP |
| Timbits U6 | 2019 | LTP |
| Timbits U7 | 2018 | LTP or HL |
| Timbits U8 | 2017 | LTP or HL |
*Children in U7 or U8 age groups that are strong skaters or who have experience playing hockey are encouraged to join our House League program.
2024 - 25 Key Dates
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September 21
Season Start
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Oct 12 - 13
No Learn to Play
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October 19
Picture Day
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Dec 7 - 8
No Learn to Play - CDS Festival
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Dec 23 - Jan 6
Winter Break - No Learn to Play
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Jan 18 - 19
No Learn to Play - CanSkate
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February 1 - 2
LHA Tournament - No Learn to Play
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March 15 - 16
March Break - No Learn to Play
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March 22 - 23
Wildcat Tournament - No Learn to Play
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April 5
Year End Celebration
Program Features
Lessons:
- 1 hr every week including the Year End Celebration in April
- Run by Professional Coaches from Healy Hockey
Apparel:
- Each player receives an LHA jersey and hockey socks
Photos:
- Each player receives an individual and team photo
Cost:
- $825 for the season,
- $795 if registered in April 2024
What you need to register
LHA Policies
2024 - 25 LTP Schedule
Saturdays, Leaside Arena
- 6:30 am - 7:30 am
- 7:30 am - 8:30 am
- 8:30 am - 9:30 am
Specific time slots will be assigned in early September and are based on registration numbers, ages and abilities.
Please Support Our Learn to Play Sponsor
Programs Available for Financial Assistance
KIDSPORT
KidSport Toronto provides grants up to $250 per eligible child (18 and under), per calendar year to be used for sport registration fees.
Canadian Tire Jumpstart
The Canadian Tire Jumpstart Program provides up to $300 per sport or physical activity up to a total of $600 a year, subject to local Chapter discretion.
Hockey Canada Foundation Assist Fund
The Hockey Canada Foundation Assist Fund provides up to $500 per player in registration fee subsidies for approved applicants registered with a Hockey Canada sanctioned association.
First Shift Returns to Leaside
The LHA is delighted to have the First Shift Program return to Leaside Arena in February 2025.
The NHL/NHLPA First Shift program is designed to facilitate entry into hockey with a program that is accessible, affordable, safe, and FUN! For most, it is their first time ever on skates!
Our participants will receive head-to-toe hockey equipment from Bauer and six weeks of instruction at Leaside Arena. For more information on the Leaside program, or to see if you are eligible to participate, please click HERE
For more information on the NHL/NHLPA First Shift program, please visit www.firstshift.ca
Leaside Hockey Association
c/o Leaside Arena, 1073 Millwood Rd, Toronto, ON M4G 1X6
League Schedules: GTHL | NYHL | CDS | Tournament
