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Junior House League
For Players 4 to 8 (U5 to U9)
Goals of the Junior House League Program:
Have Fun & Build Confidence
Our top priority is to provide a safe, positive, and rewarding introduction to hockey—where every player has fun, builds confidence, and loves coming to the rink.
Development Fundamental Skating & Hockey Skills
Designed to meet all Hockey Canada U5–U9 requirements, our program is structured to develop age-appropriate skills at every stage, ensuring players grow at the right pace.
Teach Fair Play & Sportsmanship
We teach the value of teamwork, cooperation, respect, and playing the game the right way.
Looking for a more competitive environment?
Explore our Competitive Development Program - designed for players aged 8 and under who are ready for the next step.
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The Junior House League Experience
Primary Ice Time
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Saturday sessions at Long Branch Arena for the 2025–26 season
Professional Skills & Fun Game Play
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20+ professionally run skills sessions led by Stride Hockey, a leading hockey school specializing in early skating and skill development
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Fun, game-style learning built into sessions
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Supported by our highly qualified volunteer coaches to ensure a safe, motivating, and positive environment
Sunday Game Days
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U5: 5 game days
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U6–U7: 8 game days
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U8–U9: 9 game days
Outdoor Hockey Fun
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10+ outdoor sessions to play, practice, and enjoy what they’ve learned
Schedule approximate and dependent on holidays and weather
Program Extras
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Mid-Year Tournament and Year-End Festival
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Goalie Skills Program for interested goaltenders (details to come)
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Ongoing communication on player development through TeamSnap
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Use of lighter pucks and size-appropriate nets for U5–U7
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Team jersey, socks, photo, year-end award, and celebration
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Eligibility to try out for Sharks Competitive Development teams
Season Timing
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Runs weekly from late September to end of March
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Schedules released in September via TeamSnap
2025/26 Jr. House League Fees
Division | Birth Year | Registration Fee |
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Under 5 | 2021 | $550 |
Under 6 | 2020 | $675 |
Under 7 | 2019 | $675 |
Under 8 | 2018 | $675 |
Under 9 | 2017 | $675 |
Questions about our Jr. House League Program?
For inquiries regarding our Junior House League program, please contact Arja Pennanen.