U6: MO Hockey

The U6 program is normally a player's first introduction to ice hockey, but it is also the natural progression after the Learn to Play program and Continue to Play program.

Our regular hockey program season for the U6 age groups starting in early September and concluding in early March. Practices follow USA Hockey's American Development Model (ADM) and incorporate small groups in a station based format. Players will focus on skating (edge work), hockey fundamentals and participate in internal 3v3 small area cross ice games in house and against other Missouri Hockey clubs in the area and also occasionally participating in external jamborees (tournaments without score keeping) against other clubs. Overall this program is a development based program with a focus on skating and skill but with an emphasis in exposing the players to the game. By developing these skills you increase the athlete's enjoyment and proficiency in the game of hockey.

While our program is certainly designed to help improve a child’s skating abilities, we do require children to have some experience in skating before signing up. Since the fundamentals of playing hockey involve skating, we want to make sure children who have an interest in playing are starting off correctly with the tools to succeed.

We retain the right to move players to a Learn to Play or Continue to Play program if it is deemed appropriate for their hockey development.

• Program start: September 7th
• Registration closing: August 25th
• Jersey Fittings: September 7th, 11:00am-12:15pm

• You can pay it all now: $895 (or) Use the 6 installment payment plan
• Payment plan details: Pay $149.17 now and we will then automatically deducted $149.17 each month on Oct 1st, Nov 1st, Dec 1st, Jan 1st and Feb 1st. (Processing fees may apply.)

Team fees are not optional. They will be determined by the individual teams after teams are formed for the season, they pay for jamboree costs, tournament fees, team parties, etc. They are not part of the club payment listed above. In fairness to all individuals on the team, we require any additional team fees to be equally split among the families of those teams, unless other mutual agreements have been put into place by the teams.

Your club fee also does not include any required hockey equipment cost, travel or accommodations cost, or any other fees necessary to participate.

The cost of U6 jerseys and socks is included in your club fee. We will announce more information on fitting dates and details as we get closer to August.

Important Notice: USA Hockey to require neck laceration protection starting August 1st. This applies to all games and all practices. All players will be required to wear a neck guard at Chesterfield Hockey Association facilities beginning August 1st for all activities.

We do not hold evaluations for the U6 program. We retain the right to move players to a Learn to Play or Continue to Play program if it is deemed appropriate for their hockey development.

All participants at the U6 level will have the option to try the Goalie position throughout the season; in a pass the equipment bag format. While we encourage all players to try the position, it is not required.

We DO NOT have dedicated Full Time Goalies at the U6 level.

Club sponsored goalie training clinics are NOT part of the U6 program.

Chesterfield Hockey Association is a volunteer organization dedicated to introducing youth to the world of ice hockey and providing them with opportunities to grow as both a player and an individual. Both on the ice and off the ice. Without the dedication of parents like you, we would not be able to provide the experience our kids will remember for a lifetime.

Every member will be asked to donate 4 hours of their time (per family) this season to help with a club level activity. Volunteer opportunities will be made available throughout the season. For families with multiple children playing with the Chesterfield Hockey Association, we will only require a volunteer commitment based on one child.

By agreeing to volunteer a minimum of 4 hours, you not only will help our club function at an efficient level in order to help keep cost down, you will be helping provide an opportunity for kids to grow as individuals.

At the end of the season, any unfulfilled volunteer obligations will be billed accordingly.

BUY OUT OPTION: Should you wish to buy out your volunteer commitment for the season - you will have that option through this registration, and will be charged an additional $100 to your credit card once you submit this registration. The Buy Out fee non-refundable.

Volunteer opportunities will be posted to the club website throughout the season.

• What are the schedules and times for this program? Your schedule will fluctuate weekly, however times will be appropriate to their age group. We do not have fixed schedules for any program outside of Learn to Play and Continue to Play.
• Where will the practices and games be held? We own and operate the Maryville University Hockey Center as well as Pacific Ice Rink. Assume practices will generally be scheduled at either of these rinks throughout the season. As far as games; home games most likely will be at the Maryville University Hockey Center or Pacific Ice Rink. Any away games will be at what ever facility the away team utilizes and what ever time the away team schedules the game. Ultimately once teams are formed for the season, it is up to the Team (Coaches and Team manager) to determine what dates / times will be scheduled as home games and away games (after talking to their counter parts at the other clubs).

If you have any questions, please reach out hello@chesterfieldhockey.com

Registration closes August 25th at 11:59pm.