Griffins Learn to Play
Cross Ice
Cross Ice (LTP)
The Griffins Learn-To-Play Hockey program is one of the top learn-to-play hockey programs in Grand Rapids area and is the foundation our development model. It is designed for the first-time player providing a fun and engaging environment that is focused on skill development.
New 2025-26 USA Hockey registration number is now required. 4th Number is a 6.
More Information
Ages
Appropriate for players at least 4 years old, and ideally for those who have completed at least one year of a Learn-to-Skate program.
When
Saturday mornings 10AM and Sunday afternoon 4:30PM from September 20 through February 22nd.
This program is 23 weeks long.
Where
Practices and games will be at Patterson Ice Center located at 2550 Patterson Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546.
Equipment
Proper equipment is mandatory for all skaters. All skaters must have a neck guard. See an interactive guide for all other equipment:
or check out the video below:
Practices and Games
Each session will be divided into small groups with several stations where the coaches will be working on specific skills. The small groups usually are kept to a maximum of 8 skaters. Each group rotates to all of the small stations on the ice during their 60 minutes of instruction.
Games will be cross ice to encourage more puck touches.
2025-2026
The Griffins Learn-To-Play (LTP) Hockey program is primarily for players ages 4 through 11 and ideally for those who have completed one year of a Learn-To-Skate (LTS) program. The core mission of the program is player development. The season begins September 20, 2025 and will run through February 22, 2026.
All players must have a current USA Hockey number at registration.
Program Cost:
Player cost is $800
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