The NVHA Learn To Skate program introduces children ages 4 and above to the basics of hockey skating including forwards and backwards skating, hockey stops, turns and crossovers. 

Instruction is provided by volunteers from the Nonotuck Valley Hockey Association and players from local high school hockey programs.

Participants are required to wear helmets, and elbow pads and knee/shin pads are highly recommended.

The 2011-2012 Learn to Skate program runs from October 1, 2011 to March 3, 2012, with 21 sessions in total.  The program meets every Saturday morning from 10:20 to 11:20 at Lossone Rink at the Williston-Northampton School in Easthampton.  The cost for the 2011-2012 season is $150, due at registration.  Click here for more details on how to register for the Learn to Skate program.

Any questions about the Learn to Skate program can be directed to Kelly Slough (kjslough@gmail.com).