Young players on the ice
8U · First-time players

Mite Program

Where the love of the game starts. Fundamentals, fun, and confidence for our youngest players, in groups small enough that every kid gets coached.

Start them right

Habits built at 6 are the ones a player still has at 16. We teach the right ones early, and we make sure it's fun enough that they want to come back.

Fundamentals first

Skating, balance, edges, and basic puck skills, taught in games and challenges built for this age.

Fun and positive

High energy, lots of touches, lots of encouragement. Confidence comes from doing things well, so we set them up to.

Small groups

Enough coaches that every player gets a set of eyes and a name, every session.

Real progress

A structured path that feeds straight into BTP's Summer Pods and skills programs when they're ready.

Good to know

Who it's for

8U players and first-timers. If your player can stand on skates and wants to try, they're ready.

What to bring

Full gear for ice sessions. If you're missing something, ask; Twin Cities Sports Shop is in the same building.

Dates and price

Open Mite sessions are listed in the Member Portal store with dates and times. If a price isn't listed yet, email us and we'll send it.

Price on request: email us

Give them a great start.

Create a family account, sign the waiver, and pick a session in the portal store.