The Roosevelt Park Ice Arena is proud to offer programs and classes designed to teach the game of ice hockey to individuals of all ages. Programs are also offered to encourage practice and improvement of the skills being taught.
For those who have no skating experience, it is highly recommended that you participate in the Learn to Skate Program prior to enrolling in hockey due to the complexity of the activities. The hockey coaching staff suggests that you pass through Alpha, Beta, and Gamma levels before participating in the Learn to Play Hockey Program in order to develop ice skating skills accordingly and benefit from the lessons.
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Learn to Play Hockey
This program is a supplement our Learn to Skate program and meets once a week for six weeks. It is highly recommended that you participate in the Learn to Skate program through Gamma level prior to enrolling in this program due to the complexity of the activities. With that in mind, it is designed for beginners ages 5 and up with the goal of providing an opportunity for those who wish to learn more about the game and the skills necessary to play the ice hockey. Full protective gear is not required for this program but is recommended for your safety. Skates, helmet, and a stick are required and may be borrowed at no additional cost.
Cost: $52 per session for adults and $42 per session for youth (ages 17 and under)
Code 5000
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Session 1: Sat 3:45 - 4:45 pm
Session 2: Sat 3:45 - 4:45 pm |
Sep 6 - Oct 11
Oct 25 - Nov 1, Nov 15 - Dec 6
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$52/Session (18 & over) $42/session (17 & under) |
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Youth Player Development
This program is designed for the committed player who wishes to excel in the game as well as prepare for the 2008-2009 season. This program will emphasize the basic skills and fundamentals; power skating, puck control, passing/receiving, shooting, defensive/ offensive tactics, teamwork, and special teams. Controlled scrimmages will be conducted while the program progresses in order to better understand awareness on the ice. The class meets 3 times per week for six weeks. Full protective gear is required.
Cost: $102 per session
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Session 1: Wed/Fri 5:00 - 6:00 pm |
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Rapid City Pre-Season Hockey League
This League is for U14, U16 and U18 players and is intended to provide a competitive opportunity for the Bantam and High School-aged hockey players in our area. There will be one game per week with three teams rotating. This is a six week league and an excellent way to preare for the 2008-2009 season.
Cost: $45
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Tuesday - 7:30-9:00 pm |
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Drop-In Hockey
Due to the popularity of Drop-In Hockey, The Roosevelt Park Ice Arena will offer a number of different drop-in categories and times. The RPIA reserves the right to make changes as necessary, and the following schedule is subject to change as the season progresses.
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Adults (18 and over): $6.50/session or $52/10 punch pass
Sundays: 8:15 - 9:45 pm
Tuesday & Thursday: 11:30am - 1:00 pm
Youth (17 and under): $4.50/session or $32/10 Punch Pass
Monday, Wednesday & Friday: 3:45 - 4:45 pm
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Adult Player Development & Adult League Hockey
Information on adult programming is available at the Ice Arena Office. Stop by or call the office at (605) 394-6161. |
Roosevelt Park Ice Arena
235 Waterloo Street
Rapid City, South Dakota 57701
Phone: (605) 394-6161 FAX: (605) 394-1879
