First Skate to First Jersey
Every Extreme player starts here. Learn to Play takes a kid who has never worn skates and moves them onto a team, in a jersey they earned. It's free. We supply the gear. Our coaches teach the skills. Your skater does the work.
What It Costs: Nothing
No program fee. No gear to buy. No deposit. Learn to Play is free from the first skate until your skater moves up to 6U/8U.
The only thing you handle is USA Hockey membership, which is registered separately.
Step One: USA Hockey
Register your skater with USA Hockey before the first session. We confirm current-season membership before anyone steps on the ice.
Pick Your Sessions
Learn to Play runs Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays at the PNC Skills Rink. Every session is 45 minutes.
Sign up for at least two sessions per week and keep the same days and times until your skater graduates to 6U/8U. Players attending fewer than six sessions per month move to a scheduled public skate session. If something gets in the way, talk to your coach and we'll agree on a plan.
From First Skate to First Jersey
We provide the gear. Loaner skates, a helmet, and gloves are waiting at the first session, free for as long as your skater is in Learn to Play.
Your skater earns the jersey. Coaches check three skills at every skate. When all three are there, your skater moves up to age-eligible 6U/8U. There is no set waiting period.
One $50 deposit, only when they move up. The refundable deposit applies once your skater graduates to 6U/8U and gets fitted for full gear. Keep the gear as long as your skater plays, swap it free when they outgrow it, and get the $50 back when you return it.
Want the Details?
The Parent's Guide covers the three skills coaches look for, the attendance policy, and the full equipment promise.
Questions? We're Here to Help.
Contact Chris Moses at chris@coloradoextreme.org.
Our Coaches
Michelle Hocknell, our Head of the Learn to Skate program, brings a wealth of experience and expertise from her background with the Revolutions Skating Club. Her passion for skating and dedication to helping young skaters succeed make her a true asset to Colorado Extreme. With years of experience in coaching and a deep understanding of the skills that create confident skaters, Michelle is committed to creating a supportive and fun environment for each child. She not only teaches the basics of skating but also fosters life skills like resilience, confidence, and teamwork, helping young skaters build a strong foundation on and off the ice.
Still have questions?
If you still have questions or are unsure about our programs please feel free to reach out to us!