8U Program Registration

The U8 Program at LHA serves as the cornerstone of our organization, forming the bedrock from which our travel and house teams thrive. Tailored to players aged 5-8, our program aligns with the USA Hockey Initiation Program. By fostering a non-competitive atmosphere, we prioritize skill development over winning, allowing players to focus on mastering the fundamentals without unnecessary pressure. We believe that nurturing a love for the game and honing core skills are vital for instilling a lifelong passion for hockey.

Before beginning this registration you will need to register with USA Hockey. USA Hockey membership fees are determined by birth year. There is also a $20 affiliate fee for the Colorado Amateur Hockey Association (CAHA). You will need to enter your player's USA Hockey confirmation number to begin registration for this program.

Please click on the 8U programming fees information button above for a full description of what is included in the association registration fees.

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We understand that unexpected events can occur during the hockey season. To help protect your investment, insurance is being offered at the time of registration.

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Ages:

• We're currently accepting registrations for 8U players born between 2016 and 2020 for the upcoming fall hockey season. Please be aware that registrations for players born in 2020 are subject to final approval by the LHA Hockey Director and the LHA 8U Director.

Dates:

• The 8U season kicks off on the first weekend of October with evaluations. Please note that team rosters will not be finalized until the end of October. The season will wrap up on the second weekend in March.

Location:

• Most practices will take place at The Ice Ranch for the majority of the season. However, there might be a weekend or two where practices will be held at Edge Ice Arena.

Practices:

• Beginner Level: Saturdays and Sundays.
• Intermediate level: Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
• Advanced level: Tuesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
• Additionally, any player in their final year of 8U has the option for an additional skate on Friday mornings at Edge Ice Arena.

Jamborees and "Friendlies":

• Jamborees will occur at different intervals throughout the season. LHA proudly hosts the Winterfest Jamboree the second weekend in December.
• During these events, Advanced and Intermediate teams engage in half-ice games, while Beginner teams partake in cross-ice games.
• Beyond jamborees, LHA organizes and visits other associations for friendly competitions throughout the season.
• It's important to note that LHA's policy does not allow 8U teams to travel out-of-state.

Additional Costs:

• Travel and Jamboree expenses are not included and are the responsibility of the team parents.