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Fall Season 2026
9-Week Season from October to December
Ages: 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 Born
Skill Level: Kids must be able to skate independently. Outside of that, all skill levels are accepted. Players will be grouped by experience to ensure a fun, appropriate challenge for everyone. No prior hockey experience is required.
Location: Farquharson Arena (411 Tecumseh Ave E, London, ON)
Dates: Sundays, October 18th - December 13th
Ice Times:
Junior Group (2021, 2020 born players): 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM *FULL*
Senior Group (experienced 2019, 2018, and 2017 born players): 12:20 PM - 1:20 PM *FULL*
Senior "Learn To Play (LTP)" Group (new 2019, 2018, and 2017 born players): 1:30 PM - 2:20 PM - *FULL*
**From 12:20–12:30, there will be a free-play transition between Groups 1 and 2, with no flood. The ice will be flooded at 1:20 before the final group. Note: The Senior LTP group pays the same registration fee for 10 fewer minutes of ice time, but will have fewer players and more individual attention.
Cost: $180
What:
Ice Puffins Fall Hockey is built to help girls develop skills, confidence, and a love for the game in a fun, supportive environment.
Throughout the season, players will take part in weekly on-ice sessions focused on skating, puck-handling, movement, teamwork, and age-appropriate hockey skills. Each session includes playful skill-building activities, creative challenges, and some form of gameplay so the girls are learning while staying active, engaged, and excited to come back.
Every few weeks, we’ll also run a Festival Game Day, where players get to experience the fun of an intrasquad hockey game. These game days are often a season highlight and may include extras like pre-game sign-making, a team music walkout, photo booth moments, and more.
For older groups, Festival Game Days will also include referees and scorekeeping to give the girls a game-like experience while still keeping the focus on fun, confidence, and development.
The goal is simple: help girls build real hockey skills, feel proud of their progress, and create positive memories on the ice.
** Girls enrolled in our Fall Season will be offered a spot in our 8-Week Winter Season running in January/February. **
Who is Ice Puffins For?
Ice Puffins is for girls who can skate independently and are excited to play hockey—whether they’re brand new to the sport or already have some experience. Players will be grouped based on skill level to ensure a fun and supportive environment for everyone.
Ice Puffins is all about fun, creativity, and fostering a love for the game through engaging games, skill-building activities, and hockey play in a low-pressure setting. Our focus is on confidence, friendships, and enjoyment on the ice!
How We Coach
Each session is led by a team of trained coaches and helpers. We prioritize including female coaches so the girls have positive role models both on and off the ice.
Our programming is shaped by more than a decade of experience in athletic development, along with ongoing research into child psychology, skill development, and how young athletes learn best.
Everything we do is built around two core principles:
Engagement – Creating an environment where kids want to be on the ice
Competence – Helping players experience real success so they build confidence, feel proud of their progress, and become excited to take on new challenges
That’s why our sessions include a mix of guided skill development, games-based learning, and intentional free play. The goal is to help girls build real hockey skills, grow their confidence, make new friends, and leave the rink excited to come back.
What To Expect
With a "fun first" approach to hockey, we aim to ignite a love for the game while building the kids' self-confidence.
The Ice Puffins Way: