Under 9 & 12
Our U9 and U12 program is intended for players of all levels born in 2015 to 2017 for U12 & 2018 and later for U9. It focuses on developing skating, puck handling, and teamwork through age-appropriate coaching and game-based learning.
Full gear hire is available for players in LTP / U9 / U12 programs and can be added during the registration process. (More information)
The program is guided by the Kiwi Ice Hockey School.
Our U9 & U12 program is offered during Terms 2 and 3, with training sessions available every Tuesday for players of all skill levels.
Players in the Learn to Play, U9, and U12 programs are invited to participate in the Super Heroes League on Thursdays. This league emphasizes fun and skill development through cross-ice 3-on-3 games.
The Southern Island Hockey League (SIHL) Tournaments are typically one-day events featuring a series of cross-ice 3-on-3 games. These tournaments are open to all players, regardless of experience. For more details, please contact your coach or program coordinator.
U9 and U12 players are eligible to participate in the IHNZ U9 & U12 Jamboree. Please note that this tournament involves an additional cost (to be announced). For more details, please contact your coach or program coordinator.
Upcoming Events
Event Name | Event Type | Start Date | Location | Organiser |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Queenstown Development Camp | Development Camp | 20/03/2026 | Queenstown Ice Arena | IHNZ |
Christchurch Development Camp | Development Camp | 24/04/2026 | Alpine Ice Arena | IHNZ |
Wellington Development Camp | Development Camp | 15/05/2026 | Daytona Adventure Park | IHNZ |
SIHL - U12 Dunedin Tournament | SIHL Round | 24/05/2026 | Dunedin Ice Stadium | SIHL |
Dunedin Development Camp | Development Camp | 29/05/2026 | Dunedine Ice Stadium | IHNZ |
SIHL - U12 Alexandra Tournament | SIHL Round | 07/06/2026 | Alexandra IceInLine Skate Rink | SIHL |
SIHL - U12 Tekapo Tournament | SIHL Round | 28/06/2026 | Tekapo Springs Ice Rink | SIHL |
SIHL - U12 Queenstown Tournament | SIHL Round | 23/08/2026 | Queenstown Ice Arena | SIHL |
SIHL - U12 Gore Tournament | SIHL Round | 20/09/2026 | Ice Sports Southland | SIHL |
U12 Jamboree | Jamboree | 09/10/2026 | Alpine Ice Sports Centre - Christchurch | IHNZ |
Auckland Development Camp | Development Camp | 23/10/2026 | Auckland – Paradice Avondale & Botany | IHNZ |
