If you’re looking for activities for your kids, have you considered hockey? Kids learn a unique sport as a part of a team, and safety is the number one priority.
Here are just a few reasons to get your kids involved with hockey:
1. Mental Skills
On the surface, hockey might appear to be quite a physical sport. But players train and compete in a structured environment that focuses on safety. The sport is so much more than physical contact. Players learn and develop mental skills, such as decision-making, strategy, and concentration. Each player has to keep their mind engaged and react to what’s happening on the ice quickly and effectively.
2. Physical Activity
While the mental side of hockey plays a big role, there’s no denying the physical elements of the sport. Hockey is a great way to encourage your kids to get more physical activity. And as an alternative to more sedentary activities, hockey is a fast-paced sport where the movement pretty much never stops.
3. Persistence and Work Ethic
Another reason to get your kids involved with hockey is the lessons it teaches about persistence and work ethic. A hockey player that goes down always gets back on their feet. No matter how many times you fall, you learn always to get back up. Even when feeling tired or frustrated, players practice staying in the game and putting in their best effort.
4. Social Skills
Kids who participate in hockey learn valuable social skills, including how to work as part of a team. They learn how to trust and rely on others while taking responsibility for their role on the team. At the same time, they learn how to cooperate with their teammates and what good sportsmanship is all about.
5. Fun
Kids who enjoy an activity are more likely to stick with it long-term, and hockey is no different. And while other team sports are similar, it’s truly a fun and unique sport. From the moment a player laces up their skates, there are so many skills to take on. And the whole learning process is a lot of fun.
Are you interested in getting your kids involved with hockey? Check out the ice programs we’re currently offering at McKendree Metro Rec Plex. All ages are welcome, and we also have programs for adults. Contact us to learn more!
