NON-TRAVEL HOCKEY

Ages

We’ve created a helpful chart below to guide you based on age and experience. While most skaters will fall within their age range, we prioritize placing each child in a group that is both supportive and challenging. For example, a brand-new 8-year-old skater may be placed with other beginners.

We welcome open communication—please reach out with any questions or concerns. All age groups receive equal ice time, skill focus, and coach-to-player development planning.

Level Guide

Level	Birthday Range	Prior Years in Hockey
Girls 6U (former intro/termite)	After 6/1/2018	1
Girls 8U	6/1/2016 – 5/31/2018	2+
Tiger 1 Boys and Girls (former intro/termite)	After 6/1/2018	0
Tiger 2 (former mite)	After 6/1/2018	1
Tiger 3/4 (former mite)	6/1/2016 – 5/31/2018	2+

Girls 6U and 8U will skate together unless group sizes require adjustments. New girl skaters will likely begin in Tiger 1, alongside other beginners.

When

Our season kicks off on October 22nd and runs through December 17th. We’ll take a three-week holiday break, during which outdoor ice and open skates will be available—no formal practices or events. We’ll resume activities on January 7th and the season will end mid-March 2026.

New this year: We’re excited to offer an additional weeknight session on Wednesdays!

 Wednesdays: 5:45 PM – 7:30 PM (varies by age and level)

 Saturdays: 8:00 AM – 12:15 PM

 Sundays: In-house cross-ice games, 3:00 PM – 7:15 PM (varies by age and level)

Cost

First year playing in association hockey is Free!

Second year $450.00

Third year $625.00

What does a typical week look like for this age group?

Flexible and fun! Your child can skate 1 to 3 days per week, regardless of age or level. If a specific time doesn’t work for your family, please reach out—we’re happy to help find a group that fits.

Our focus is on skill development and enjoyment:

 Wednesdays & Saturdays: Age-specific skill development following the ADM model

 Sundays: Cross-ice (small area) games—a great opportunity for families to cheer on their young skaters!

Frequently Asked Questions

My child has never played hockey—how do we get equipment?

Great question! If your child is new to hockey, we recommend registering for our Intro to Hockey Camp in September and October.

 Cost: $150 (includes full equipment for the season). Free if no equipment is needed.

 If your child decides not to continue after the camp, simply return the equipment and receive a $150.00 refund.

Intro to Hockey Camp Registration

What is the development model for this age group?

We focus on three key areas:

1. Skating Skills

2. Hockey-Specific Skills – puck handling, passing, and competing

3. Fun & Friendship

Our goal is to create a positive, community-based environment where kids develop skills while building friendships with classmates and teammates. Please don’t worry about which group or team your child is placed in—we value every skater equally, whether they attend once or three times per week.

Will there be any competition events for this age group?

Yes! Our older groups (Girls 8U and Tiger 2/3/4) will participate in 1–2 scrimmages and jamborees, including our annual Puck in the Park event.

Remember, non-travel hockey is all about helping our youngest Tigers fall in love with the game, while developing skills and friendships that will serve them well as they grow. While competition is an important part of development at all ages, at this age it is built into our weekly practice and Sunday evening in games.

Registration Links

Step 1: USA HOCKEY REGISTRATION

Each player must be registered with USA Hockey for the current season prior to registering with DAYHA.

You will enter the player's unique registration confirmation number during DAYHA registration.

USA HOCKEY REGISTRATION MEMBERSHIP

STEP 2: DAYHA NON-TRAVEL REGISTRATION

DAYHA NON-TRAVEL REGISTRATION

STEP 3: ADULT VOLUNTEER REGISTRATION

All same sex parent//guardian also need to register as an adult volunteer, with the exception of our first year families.

Please click the link below.

DAYHA Volunteer Registration

STEP 4: INTERESTED IN COACHING

Interested in coaching this season? Please click the link below to learn more.

COACHING REGISTRATION

2025-2026 NON-TRAVEL

Welcome to the 25-26 Non-Travel Hockey Season! Please make sure that you have read ALL of this seasons information on the program page. Also, parents of the 2nd and 3rd year skaters need to read and understand the information on the Volunteer Program page, including registering as a volunteer and where to send your volunteer deposit check.

DAYHA NON-TRAVEL HOCKEY REGISTRATION

For Parents

For Coaches

For Team Managers