PlexSkate (Learn to Skate)
Pre-Skate
(3 to 5 yr olds)
This is an energetic and enjoyable ice skating program. The goal is to develop balance, coordination and rhythm through the use of music, props, and aids. Skaters will be introduced to the correct technique for forward skating, backward skating, stopping, turning, and jumping. Incentives (certificates, stickers) will be utilized. This program is to encourage a lifelong participation in skating while promoting physical fitness.
The Number One Goal is to have FUN!
| 1 coach per 6 skaters.
*Skate rentals included * Helmets are mandatory |
OFFERED 12 Months / Year
6 week session 30 minute classes |
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Plex Skate
A dynamic new program that focuses on teaching and mastering strong basic skills earlier to prepare skaters for all ice sports – hockey, and figure skating. On-ice delivery focusing on continuous movement emphasizes the use of newer and more dynamic group teaching concepts including the Fast Track, Fun Zone and station rotation all of which has been proven to increase practice opportunities and improve the rate of skill acquisition among skaters. More visual aids and music are used to create a fun, stimulating and welcoming environment. The session also includes progress report cards and an exciting new series of award ribbons to achieve, in addition to the Level 1 to 6 badges.
| 1 coach per 8 skaters. *Skate rentals included OFFERED 12 Months / Year |
6 week session 50 minute classes Ages: 5 to 15 years old |
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Hockey Training
Hockey Training
Ages: 6 to 8 yrs.
Beginner
Requirements:
Skaters must be able to skate forward. Bring helmet, hockey gloves, stick, shin pads, & stick. Coach player ratio 1:10 max .50 to 60 min class
Advanced
Requirements:
Skaters must be able to skate forward, backward, & stop OR completed Level 3 of Plex Skate. Full gear & stick required.
OFFERED
6 week sessions
Spring / Summer
Ages: 8 to 12 yrs.
Requirements:
Skaters must be able to skate forward, backward, & stop. Full gear & stick required
OFFERED
6 week sessions
All year
Ages: 12 to 14 yrs.
Requirements:
Skaters must be able to skate forward, backward, & stop. Full gear & stick required
OFFERED
12 months a year
6 week session
Adult Hockey 101
It’s never too late to learn the skills needed to play the fast paced game of hockey, especially if you are trying to keep up with your son/daughter on the ice. Adult hockey classes are offered to men and women who want to learn more about the game. These classes are a great workout in a fun environment that encourages your development as a hockey player.
Along with developing stronger skating skills through power skating, we will incorporate skills such stickhandling, shooting, and passing that will later progress into offensive and defensive concepts. This is a great group activity! It will help you be a step closer to participating in the MAHL (Mid America Hockey League). Basic skating prerequisite is required.
4 week sessions offered seasonally
November, December, January, & March
Private Lessons
Private lessons offer individualized training designed to be customizable and skill specific to each player. This is the best possible training environment to take your player to the next level. Sessions are 30 minutes long and offered at a variety of times based on age.
All Private lessons will take place on designated sessions or Stick & Puck times. Ask Instructor for more details.
Our Coaching Staff
The McKendree MetroRecPlex requires all of our coaching staff to be certified by USA Hockey, or the Professional Skating Association as well as be an active member of the USFSA. This ensures that the highest level of training is available to our members and skating students. Our goal is to provide the best on ice lesson experience as possible with our enthusiastic coaching staff.
Pricing
| Members | 30 minutes | 60 minutes |
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| Cost per session | $34 | $69 |
Mini Hockey Bootcamps
Hockey Bootcamp training sessions will be led by McKendree MetroRecPlex instructors, who will help improve the hockey players’ skill set. The first portion of the class will focus on power skating, followed by stick handling, passing, and shooting. The session concludes with skill reinforcement drills.
Each week will have a progressive focus/format to help the player get back into playing the game with confidence.
The first portion of the class will focus on power skating, followed by stick handling, passing, and shooting. The session concludes with skill reinforcement drills. Each week will have a progressive focus/format to help the player get back into playing the game with 1 instructor to 5 players (1:10max). See MMRP social distancing protocol in effect. Spectators limited to 1 per participant.
30/60 Minutes Lessons
