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High School Hockey

Daytona Ice Arena is home to Volusia County Stingrays High School Hockey. There is both a Varsity and Junior Varsity team that compete in the Central Florida High School Hockey League (CFHSHL).

Volusia County Stingrays High School Hockey

Tryouts for the 2024 Spring season will be held at the Daytona Ice arena on Wednesday, March 6th from 7:15-8:45pm
Checkin starting at 6:30pm
$25 TryoutFee

Register HERE!

For more information, please contact Karen Perrin, Hockey Director, at karen.perrin@daytonaicearena.com.

Director of Hockey

Eric Perrin

Daytona Beach, FL – Daytona Ice Arena is proud to announce former NHL player Eric Perrin as the new Director of Hockey for DIA. He will oversee our growing Swamp Rabbits youth programs as well as our adult leagues and programs.

As a native of Montreal, Canada, Eric fell for hockey at a young age and started to learn to skate at age 5. Eric’s love for the “Fastest Game on Earth” has taken him across Canada and the US, as well as Europe and the World. He was won many individual awards and more importantly, been a part of very successful teams that have won the NHL Stanley Cup (Tampa Bay Lightning) and the European Cup (JYP/Finland).

In preparation for his post-playing career, Eric became greatly involved in community events as Team Ambassador, with roles that included:

  • Public Appearances
  • Fundraising
  • Volunteering
  • Motivational & Inspirational Speaking

After retirement last year, Eric, his wife Karen, and their hockey loving children, discovered a love of the beach and have now settled in Daytona Beach. “I am eager to start this journey with DME Sports and Daytona Ice Arena and very excited about the potential growth of youth hockey in this area,” said Eric Perrin.

Outgoing Director of Hockey, Mackie Grimes said, “I would like to take this time to welcome Eric Perrin as the new Director of Hockey at Daytona Ice Arena. Eric comes with a lifetime of incredible experience and knowledge, a passion for hockey and player development, and I couldn't think of anyone else I would want to pass the torch to. We are fortunate to have him here as a member of this hockey family.”

Eric is driven by a quest for learning and desire to continually improve. As a leader, both on the ice and in the locker room, Eric is known for his positive attitude and professionalism and will be a great addition to the Daytona Ice Arena Ice Hockey leadership team.

Eric Perrin Career

College: University of Vermont

  • Division 1 Full Scholarship
  • ECAC Rookie of the Year
  • ECAC Player of the Year
  • Hobey Baker Finalist
  • NCAA Final Four Appearance

Professional Highlights: Played in the most prestigious leagues in hockey including:

  • National Hockey League
  • American Hockey League
  • Kontinental Hockey League
  • NLA (Swiss Elite League)
  • Liiga (Finnish Elite League)

Learn to Play Hockey

Learn to Play can help your child learn and grow in all aspects of life. Playing hockey helps improve children’s physical fitness while strengthening their mental health, encouraging leadership behaviors, fostering character development, and teaching important life lessons.

Learn to Play Hockey

The Late Spring 2024 Learn to Play Hockey session will begin on Saturday, May 4, 2024.

The session will consist of 8 lessons.

All levels of Learn to Play Hockey will be held on Saturdays from 9:00-10:00am.

The session dates for DIA Learn to Play Hockey are as follows:
Session 1: May 4, 2024
Session 2: May 11, 2024
Session 3: May 18, 2024
No Class on May 25, 2024
Session 4: June 1, 2024
Session 5: June 8, 2024
Session 6: June 15, 2024
Session 7: June 22, 2024
Session 8: June 29, 2024

Cost: $170

Learn To Play Requirements:

  • For players ages 5 and older
  • Must have skating experience
  • Completed either Learn to Skate or Learn to Skate Hockey
  • Has not taken formal skating lessons, but has experience skating and can skate forward and across the ice with little to no difficulty
  • If you do not have equipment, you will be fitted for equipment that you can borrow for this session that will be kept at the arena. A $50 deposit is required to borrow equipment.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Karen Perrin, Hockey Administrator, at karen.perrin@daytonaicearena.com.

Learn to Skate

Want to Learn to Skate? Or improve your current skills?

Our Daytona Ice Arena Learn to Skate programs are perfect for skaters of every age!

Learn To Skate

Ages 3+
Our entry level class is for children who want to learn to skate for recreational purposes or who want to progress to figure skating or ice hockey.
Important Notes:
  • All participants must have an active Learn to Skate USA membership
  • Helmet, Gloves and long sleeves and long pants are recommended
  • Rental Skates are provided at no cost
  • Class sizes are limited. If your class is full, you can be waitlisted and first in line for the next session. If your class level is full and you choose another level class, you will not be allowed into a full class and your registration will be transferred to the next available session.

Summer 2024

Tuesdays:
5:30-6:15pm
June 4, June 11, June 18, June 25
(No class July 2), July 9, July 16, July 24, July 30
Saturdays:
11:15-12:00pm
June 8, June 15, June 22, June 29
(No class July 6), July 13, July 20, July 27,
August 3
Cost:  $129.00 - 8 sessions

Our Learn To Skate Coaches

Ryan Wolford
Isabella Chase
Madelyn Stark
Lynette Carroll
Sandra Brust
Sharon Jordon
Maggie Morris
Debbie Stephens Odgers
Matthew Stephens
Joyce Schaecher
Denyse Meyers
Nate Viera
Kristen Wolford
Bridget Jones

All of our LTS coaches are certified and members of LTS USA, members of United States Figure Skating, background checked and safe sports compliant.

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    Aspire Program

    This class is for skaters level pre-Freestyle and above. Each weekly class includes 30 minutes of off-ice training and 30 minutes of on-ice training.
    • All participants must have an active Learn to Skate USA membership

    SUMMER 2024

    Tuesdays:
    5:30 - 6:00pm Off-Ice Training
    6:15 - 6:45pm On-Ice Training
    June 4, June 11, June 18, June 25
    (No class July 2), July 9, July 16, July 24, July 30
    Cost: $140.00 - 8 sessions
    Registration is Open!

    Learn to Skate Hockey Late Spring 2024

    The focus and goal of the Learn to Skate Hockey curriculum is designed to teach beginner hockey players the fundamentals of skating.
    The Learn to Skate Hockey classes will teach skaters how to be more proficient and agile on the ice. Proper techniques for the game of hockey are the primary focus and all elements are taught without a puck. Skaters will learn the basic hockey stance, stride, knee bend, and other necessary fundamentals to be successful.
    Free skate rental is included for use during class. A helmet is required for class. Elbow and knee pads, a hoodie or sweater, long pants and non-hockey gloves are recommended.
    Learn to Skate Registration is required to attend the class. Registration Link follows:

    The Late Spring 2024 session of Learn to Skate Hockey will begin on Saturday, May 4 , 2024.

    The program will consist of 8 weekly sessions.

    Learn To Skate Hockey Late Spring 2024
    Saturdays 9:00-10:00am
    Cost $129.00 / 8 Sessions

    Dates:
    Session 1: May 4, 2024
    Session 2: May 11, 2024
    Session 3: May 18, 2024
    No Class on May 25, 2024
    Session 4: June 1, 2024
    Session 5: June 8, 2024
    Session 6: June 15, 2024
    Session 7: June 22, 2024
    Session 8: June 29, 2024

    REGISTER HERE!

    If you have any questions, please contact Karen Perrin at karen.perrin@daytonaicearena.com

    Learn to Play Hockey – Youth

    Daytona Ice Arena has a variety of Learn to Play Hockey programs for players of all ages!

    Learn to Play Hockey

    The Learn to Play initiative aims to be the gold standard for youth hockey programs with the goal of inspiring more families to join the hockey community. Learn to Play changes the way youth hockey is offered by providing first time participants, head-to-toe equipment, weekly sessions of age appropriate on-ice instruction and certified coaching, led by National Hockey League Alumni, in a fun and safe atmosphere.

    FREE head to toe hockey equipment as part of the Tampa Bay Learn to Play Hockey 8 week program! A $ 450.00 value !!! Next Sessions Starts March 26.

    Hockey 201

    Ages 6-13

    Players build upon the Hockey 101 class as they advance build upon the basic skills of ice skating as well as while being introduced to new ice hockey specific skating skills. Set in a fun and nurturing environment, this next step program provides all participants a comfort level to enjoy their growing experience with hockey, while developing the fundamental skills to succeed in the next program progression steps.

    Fundamental Curriculum:

    1. Advanced Edges
    2. Cross-overs
    3. Pivots
    4. Balance & Recovery

    Requirements:

    • Completions of Hockey 101.
    • Hockey Helmet or Bike Helmet

    Spring Session

    March 5, 12, 26, April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
    Thursday 5:45pm - 6:45pm

    $109.00 per participant

    Hockey 301

    Ages 6-13

    This class is for the player who is putting on hockey gear for the first time. Participants will build upon the individual skills learned in Hockey 201 and will begin to learn the game with a stick, puck and net. The focus of the program is to create a fun atmosphere for all players as they continue to enjoy the game of hockey while growing skill development.

    Fundamental Curriculum:

    1. Movement with the puck
    2. Passing the puck
    3. Shooting the puck
    4. Puck protection and creating turnovers

    Requirements:

    Spring Session

    March 5, 12, 26, April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
    Thursday 5:45pm - 6:45pm

    $109.00 per participant

    Hockey 401

    Ages 6-13

    This class is for the player who has passed hockey 301 and is progressing their hockey development in full gear. Participants will build upon the individual skills learned in Hockey 301 and will continue to learn advanced techniques with a stick, puck and net. The focus of the program is to create a fun atmosphere for all participants as they continue to enjoy the game of hockey while advancing skill development.

    Fundamental Curriculum:

    1. Deception
    2. Support
    3. Outnumbering and body contact
    4. Scoring

    Requirements:

    Spring Session

    March 5, 12, 26, April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
    Thursday 5:45pm - 6:45pm

    $109.00 per participant

    Hockey 101

    Ages 6-13

    Participants start from square one, learning the basic skills of ice skating, while being introduced to individual ice hockey specific skating skills. Set in a fun and nurturing environment, this introductory program provides all participants a comfort level to enjoy their first experience with hockey, while developing the fundamental skills to succeed in the next program progression steps.

    Fundamental Curriculum:

    1. Skate Stride
    2. Proper Stopping Technique
    3. Turning (Edgework)
    4. Backward Skate

    Requirements:

    • Hockey Helmet or Bike Helmet

    Spring Session

    March 5, 12, 26, April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
    Thursday 5:45pm - 6:45pm

    $109.00 per participant

    House League Fall/Winter 2023-24

    Daytona Ice Arena’s House League

    Fall/Winter 2023-24 Session Dates:
    U8/U10/U12 - August 23rd, 2023-March 2, 2024
    U14/U16/U18 - August 23rd, 2023-March 3, 2024

    The House League is dedicated to cultivating and developing players in the sport of Ice Hockey. Our focus is on improving a player's fundamental hockey skills using USA Hockey's American Development Model (ADM) in an atmosphere that promotes good sportsmanship, with an emphasis on having FUN.
    Click here for more information on USA Hockey's ADM: https://www.admkids.com/
    Each House League player will be required to have a current USA Hockey number. You can register here: https://membership.usahockey.com/
    The House League Fall/Winter 2023-24 sessions will run from August 23rd through March 2nd (U8-U12) or March 3rd (U14-U18). Each player has one practice/development session and one game per week (with the exception of certain days off due to holidays or arena events).
    There are two House League groups: U8/U10/U12s and U14/U16/U18s. Each group will have separate practice times and different game days.
    The U8/U10/U12 House League players will have their practice/development sessions on Wednesdays from 6-7pm and games will be on Saturdays from 10-11am.
    The U14/U16/U18 House League players will have their practice on Wednesdays from 7-8pm and games will be on Sundays from 8:15-9:15am.
    When there are Sunday time conflicts due to SFHL travel hockey games, the games will be played on Sundays from 7:45-8:45am. Always refer to the Master Facility Schedule on the arena website for the current schedule.
    Cost:
    $785 per player
    $400 per goalie
    Payment plans available
    If you have any questions or would like more information about this or any other arena program, please contact Karen Perrin, Hockey Administrator at Karen.Perrin@DaytonaIceArena.com.

    House League

    House League Fall/Winter 2023-24

    Daytona Ice Arena’s House League

    Fall/Winter 2023-24 Session Dates:

    U8/U10/U12 - August 23, 2023 - March 2, 2024

    U14/U16/U18 - August 23, 2023 - March 3, 2024

    The House League is dedicated to cultivating and developing players in the sport of Ice Hockey. Our focus is on improving a player’s fundamental hockey skills using USA Hockey’s American Development Model (ADM) in an atmosphere that promotes good sportsmanship, with an emphasis on having FUN.

    Click the link for more information on USA Hockey’s ADM : https://www.admkids.com/

    Each House League player will be required to have a current USA Hockey number. You can register here: https://membership.usahockey.com/

    The House League Spring 2023 session will run from the first week of April through the third week of May 2023. The House League Spring session will allow for those players enrolled in the Fall/Winter House League session to continue their hockey skills development, while providing new participants a chance to begin their hockey development journey. Each player has one practice/development session and one game per week (there will not be a scrimmage the final week of the Spring session.)

    There are two House League groups: U8/U10/U12s and U14/U16/U18s. Each group will have separate practice times and different game days.

    The U8/U10/U12 House League players will have their practice/development sessions on Wednesdays from 6:00-7:00pm and games will be on Saturdays from 10:00-11:00am.

    The U14/U16/U18 House League players will have their practice on Wednesdays from 7:00-8:00pm and games will be on Sundays from 8:15- 9:15am.

    When there are Sunday time conflicts due to SFHL travel hockey games, the games will be played on Sundays from 7:45-8:45am. Always refer to the Master Facility Schedule on the arena website for the current schedule.

    Cost:

    • $785 per player
    • $400 per goalie
    • Payment plans are available

    Register for U8/U10/U12

    Register for U14/U16/U18

    If you have any questions or would like more information about this or any other arena program, please contact Karen Perrin, Hockey Administrator at karen.perrin@daytonaicearena.com.

    Adult Learn to Play Hockey

    ADULT LEARN TO PLAY HOCKEY

    Old Dogs New Sticks is for the adult who has never ever played hockey before or is returning from an extended absence. The program is co-ed, non-checking, for people over 18 years of age and is set in an insanely positive, judgment free atmosphere. No ice skating or hockey experience is required in order to participate.

    Old Dogs New Sticks Fall 2023

    There are eight (8) Old Dogs New Sticks classes for the Fall 2023 session.

    Session Dates

    August Dates:

    • Sunday, August 13th - 3:15pm-4:15pm
    • Sunday, August 20th - 3:15pm-4:15pm
    • Sunday, August 27th - 3:15pm-4:15pm

    September Dates:

    • Sunday, September 3rd - 3:15pm-4:15pm
    • Sunday, September 10th - 3:15pm-4:15pm
    • Sunday, September 17th - 3:15pm-4:15pm
    • Sunday, September 24th - 3:15pm-4:15pm

    October Dates:

    • Sunday, October 1st - 3:15pm-4:15pm
    Register online for all eight (8) sessions for $175 (a savings of $25 over paying the weekly drop in rate).
    We also currently offer an Old Dogs Drop In rate for $25 per session.
    Hockey equipment is available for use during the ODNS sessions. If you will need to borrow equipment, please contact Karen Perrin karen.perrin@daytonaicearena.com prior to your first session.

    Old Dogs, New Sticks Schedule