Erin Shamrocks
Minor Hockey Association
The Erin Shamrocks CHIPs Program
Learn to Skate/Play
The Erin Shamrocks CHIPs program has been running in the Hillsburgh Arena for over 14 years. There have been more than 500 players that have graduated. The program focuses on learning to skate and learning to play in a fun, safe, and affordable manner.
How old do I Need to be?
Many of our CHIP’s players start to learn about skating and hockey at 3-4 years old.
But we also support late bloomers and have had many 8 and 9-year-old players register for our program.
Age Groups / Levels
The ES CHIP’S program, like swimming lessons, is based on ability and not birth year.
Group 1: First year hockey players brand new to the ice. Our 100% favourites!
Group 2: For the most part second year players that will focus on enhancing skating while introducing puck and game skills.
Group 3: Our most developed group of players that will focus on maximizing their individual skills while being introduced to game play scenarios.
Schedule
Every player will receive 1 hour of weekend training and 1 hour of weekday practice ice. The CHIP’s program provides a much greater value than any other CanSkate or youth development program. Schedules are confirmed in August before the seasons start.
What equipment does my child need?
