Welcome to Youth Hockey at Carolina Ice Palace!
As the official practice facility of the South Carolina Stingrays and proud home of the Charleston Youth Hockey Association (CYHA), we offer a clear pathway for players of all ages and skill levels — from first-time skaters to experienced youth athletes.
Through development-focused programs, we help players build confidence, develop strong fundamentals, and grow a lifelong love for the game.
Not sure where to start? Visit our Pathway to Hockey page to see the full journey from first skate to adult hockey.
YOUTH LEARN TO PLAY
AGE 4 – 17
*REGISTRATION NOW OPEN*
Wednesday Sessions
Session 5 | September 2nd – October 21st
Session 6 | October 28th – December 16th
Youth Learn to Play classes are held once a week on Wednesdays at 5:00pm for 8 weeks.
Full equipment and the ability to stand-up and move across the ice is required. Interested players MUST pass Basic level 3 or Snowplow Sam level 3 in our Learn to Skate program before enrolling.
This program will continue to have a strong focus on skating and will introduce puck handling, passing and shooting. The class is limited to the first 30 registrants. This program welcomes re-enrollments. The coaching staff divides the participants in smaller development groups to work on the hockey specific skills.
LITTLE RAYS
AGE 5 – 10
Session 4 | September 16 – December 9
Session 4 will have practices on Wednesdays and games on the weekend
This program operates under the USA Hockey ADM Model for 8U hockey players. Games will be half ice or cross ice based on final registration numbers. The goal is to get as much activity as possible during practices and games.
Players must complete at least one session of Learn to Play Hockey before enrolling in Little Rays.
Register early to secure your spot!
YOUTH STICK TIME
AGE 15 and UNDER
$20 per player ($15 for CYHA Members)
Stick time is designed for hockey players to work on skills at their own pace. Player must sign in and pay prior to going on the ice, failure to sign in and pay could result in a stick time suspension. FULL EQUIPMENT REQUIRED for stick time. Parents can accompany their child on stick time for $10 and must also sign in at the front desk prior to going on the ice. Parents must wear skates, a helmet, and gloves.
Horseplay, bullying, group drills, and private lessons from non-CIP instructors is NOT TOLERATED.
If you are interested in receiving hockey lessons or skating lessons, please contact Skating Director – Stacey Mons, smons@CarolinaIcePalace.
STINGRAYS FLOOR HOCKEY PROGRAM
This program strives to educate kids on basic floor hockey drills and lessons taught by SC Stingrays players during gym class. It elevates physical education with hockey sessions that promote teamwork, coordination, and fun. Players will also talk about important life skills and activities that will teach kids different ways to live a healthier, more sustainable, and fit lifestyle.
– 60 minute program
– Dates are based on availability
– Time slots between 1 & 3PM
To sign up your school, please apply with this form.
