Ice hockey is an incredible sport and we'd love to help you get started. CSAHA is dedicated to growing the love of the game within our community and we offer many pathways to start out and continue to develop. Families can choose which path works best for their player and family.

All CSAHA participants are required to register with USA Hockey before registering for any CSAHA program.

Important: When completing the USA Hockey registration, enter your player’s name exactly as it appears on the official birth certificate, including full legal spelling. This ensures the birthdate and verification process can be completed without delay.

CSAHA's Learn To Play Hockey program is one of the most supportive, affordable and fastest paths to preparing new players between 4 & 14 years old to join a team.

What makes our program stand out?

• CSAHA is a nonprofit organization dedicated to growing the sport of ice hockey while making it more accessible to families.
• No skating or hockey experience is needed.
• Full sets of equipment and sticks are available for loan to players 4-9 years old.
• CSAHA follows the USA Hockey American Development Model (ADM). Players will have tons of fun while developing their hockey skills and love of the game.
• Players are grouped by skill in Hockey 1, 2, 3 or 4 (see our Learn to Play Hockey page) to best support their learning and development. There are no prerequisites for participating in any level of the program. The goal is to get kids playing on teams as soon as they are ready.
• Players learn teamwork, listening, perseverance and accountability in a fun and enthusiastic environment while building their hockey skills and confidence.
• The skills learned in hockey and a team environment translate to school, play, other team sports and adulthood.