Jumpstart! (for new 8-12s)
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Program Overview
Our Jumpstart! program is an on-ramp for kids who are discovering hockey a little later.
These fundamentals sessions are available for 8 to 12-year-olds who are new to ice hockey or skating. Whether a child hasn't skated at all, or has only skated recreationally, Jumpstart! gives them a supportive, age-appropriate entry point into the amazing sport of hockey.
Though it's a beginner program, Jumpstart! is meant to provide a developmental on-ramp for older kids who are motivated, curious, and ready to learn the game.
Our program goals are simple: help players build the skills and confidence they need to fall in love with ice hockey and, if they want to, eventually join their peers in other Middleton Youth Hockey programs.
PROGRAM DETAILS:
Jumpstart! will run at either 4:00 pm or 5:10 pm (we haven't decided yet) on Sundays in April & May, except on April 12. MYH will also run a Jumpstart! program for a few months of the summer!
Register your Skater
1) Register your player with USA Hockey. This is required annually.
2) Log in to (or create) your family MYH CrossBar account.
3) Register your player for the season with MYH in CrossBar.
WHY JUMPSTART!?
Older beginners learn differently from 6‑year‑olds. They’re stronger, more coordinated, and more motivated — which means they can improve quickly with the right structure.
Jumpstart! is built around:
- Faster skill acquisition
- Positive & patient coaching
- A welcoming, stigma‑free environment
- Clear progression toward team play
By the end of Jumpstart!, players will:
- Skate confidently and safely
- Understand the basic skills of hockey
- Participate in small‑area games
- Feel comfortable joining team practices
- Build friendships and a sense of belonging
- See themselves as hockey players
Program Fees
Jumpstart! Spring: $150 for the April & May season.
Hockey Locations
Practices are held at Bob Suter's Legacy20 Arena in Middleton (aka Capitol Ice Arena) with the possibility of a practice at another local rink as needed (rarely).
Frequently Asked Questions
Does my skater need a USA Hockey membership?
Yes. All MYH skaters do. Learn more here.
Does my skater need full hockey gear?
Yes. We offer a fantastic gear rental program or you can buy your skater's gear.
My skater is younger than 8 years old. What should we do?
If your new hockey player is 7 or younger, please visit out Learn to Play program. If your skater has experience, we offer our 6U Cross-Ice and 8U Mites programs.
Jumpstart! - Spring 2026
Our Jumpstart! program is an on-ramp for kids who are discovering hockey a little later.
Middleton Youth Hockey is planning to run spring and summer seasons of Jumpstart! as kids will likely need more than one season to prepare for more advanced hockey opportunities.
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