Hockey - Sprinker Recreation Center

Youth Hockey Lessons

Youth Hockey ADM (American Development Model) 

Ages 4-16 
This program will focus on the skating skills used for hockey. Skaters will learn a variety of skills ranging from forward skating to backward skating on one and two feet, stick handling, and some game instruction.

Fees:$80 (8 weeks)
$70 (7 weeks)

$49 USA Hockey Membership Required
To join USA Hockey visit www.usahockey.com, click on “players” then click on “register.” Register as a Player/Coach and then follow the instructions. Print out your PDF receipt and bring it to the first class. Membership goes 09/01 - 8/31.

Register for class: (253) 798-4000 

Sunday 4:15 - 6:15 PM (8 weeks) Session 5: May 5 - July 7
Sunday 4:15 - 6:15 PM (7 weeks) Session 6: July 14 - Aug 25
  • Hockey skates & regulation hockey stick are not required for the 4:15 class
  • Hockey skates are available to rent at no charge (size 5 and smaller only).
  • Hockey skates and regulation hockey stick are required for the 5:15 class.

Full Equipment required for all classes/sessions

HECC approved helmet (with face mask), hockey pants, support cup/pelvic protector, hockey gloves, shin/elbow/shoulder pads, internal mouth guard, and regulation hockey stick.

Youth Gear Rental

Don't have gear? We rent! $50 (+tax) +$100 deposit / per person / per session

Gear packages are intended for the younger (or smaller) beginning skater. Sizes run small so you will want to attend the fitting date for your session. Quantities are limited and therefore will be distributed at the fitting date or after the first class. Gear may be rented out for one session only and must be turned in (complete) prior to the start of the next session to receive full deposit refund. Package includes all gear with the exception of supporter with cup/or pelvic protector, internal mouth guard, full coverage throat protector/neck guard, hockey skates and hockey sticks. GEAR RENTAL IS NOT GUARANTEED.

Gear is available for purchase at our Pro Shop (253) 531-6300, located on the second floor of Sprinker Recreation Center.

Mandatory Fitting Dates:

  • Session 5 - Thursday, May 2 from 6:30-8:00 p.m.
  • Session 6 - Thursday, July 11 from 6:30-8:00 p.m. 
Player and Parent Education

New to the game of hockey? USA Hockey offers great videos on equipment and fitting guides, hockey rules, playing and training tips, and product reviews.

Tacoma Junior Hockey Association

For:  Birth years 2000-2013

Locations & Contacts:

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Register online for Tacoma Junior Hockey Association opportunities
Drop In Hockey

OPEN Stick & Puck  (ALL AGES)


June 1, - Sept 1, 2019
 Wednesday 11:45 AM - 1:15 PM
 Thursday 9:00 PM - 10:30 PM
 Saturday 4:00 PM - 5:45 PM
 Sunday 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM

This is a practice session for stick handling and skating skills. 
  • $12 per player / per session
  • Full gear required
  • Under 18 must have full face helmets
  • Limited to 30 players
  • No Scrimmaging

Skate & Scrimmage (ADULT ONLY)

    June 1, - Sept 1, 2019
    Monday 9:15 PM - 10:30 PM
    Tuesday (lunch hockey)
    		 12:45 PM - 2:15 PM
     Tuesday  9:00 PM - 10:30 PM
    Wednesday 8:30 PM - 10:00 PM

    • Adult only - Must be 18+
    • $12 per player / per session
    • Payment will not be taken earlier than 2 hours prior to the start of the session
    • Full gear required
    • Limited to 24 skaters
    • First 2 goalies play free
    • All games are non-checking
    Adult Hockey

    Adult Hockey Learn To Play Class (Ages 18+)

    Interested in playing hockey? Never skated before or it’s been long enough for a refresher? Old enough to vote? Then this is the class for you. Our class will work on your skating skills, teach you stick handling, develop your game knowledge and fundamentals and prepare you to play in a league. 

    Full equipment required:
    HECC approved helmet, hockey pants, support cup/pelvic protector, hockey gloves, shin/elbow/shoulder pads, internal mouth guard, and a regulation ice hockey stick. Gear lists available at Sprinker Recreation Center or the Pro Shop at 253-531-6300. 

    In addition to adult hockey class/program registration, USA Hockey membership and the Greater Seattle Hockey League membership are required:

    • USA HOCKEY $49 Membership - Register online at www.usahockey.com, click on “players” then click on “register.” Register as a Player/Coach, follow the instructions. Bring receipt to the first class. USA Hockey membership is valid 9/1 - 8/31.
    • GREATER SEATTLE HOCKEY LEAGUE (GSHL) $40 Membership - Membership is paid once a year at the time of registration at Sprinker.  Players receive GSHL Jersey and socks on the first night of practice.

    Adult Hockey Learn To Play Schedule - Beginning Lessons

    Class Day
    		 Time Cost Session/Dates
    Monday 8:00 - 9:00 PM $96.00 (8 weeks) Session 5: May 13 - July 8
    Monday 8:00 - 9:00 PM $84.00 (7 weeks) Session 6: July 15 - Aug 26

    Adult Hockey LTP - Advanced Lessons

    For the advanced adult player, our class will build on your skating skills, stick handling, and develop your game techniques and strategy for league play.  

    Not sure if you have the skills to take this class please contact Jared Bucci 253-798-4121 or jared.bucci@piercecountywa.gov

    Class DayTimeCostSession/Dates




    Monday6:45 - 7:45 PM$96.00 (8 weeks)
    		Session 5: May 13 - July 8
    Monday6:45 - 7:45 PM$84.00 (7 weeks)Session 6: July 15 - Aug 26

    Adult Coached Practice (designed for league players) 

    Perfect training environment for the Adult League Player.  We will work on conditioning, skill improvement, game situations, high tempo small area games, and team building.

    Practice plans designed specifically for the league player.  Sign up and come enjoy the fun!  Full equipment required.

    Class DayTimeCostSession/Dates




    Thursday7:30 - 9:00 PM$87.50 (7 wks)April 25-June 13 (No class May 16)

    Hockey Contact:

    Jared Bucci, Recreation Coordinator
    (253) 798-4121 | email