Understand every level of youth hockey — from house league to elite AAA travel — with training, nutrition, costs, and coaching videos for every age.
Recreational hockey for everyone. No tryouts needed. Every kid plays equal ice time. Perfect for beginners and players who just love the game without elite pressure.
Competitive hockey with tryouts, more ice time, tournaments across the region. Multiple tiers from Select to elite AAA. Bigger commitment — bigger cost.
First time on skates. Learn balance, stopping, and having fun. No competition — pure introduction to the sport.
Team play, basic systems, and puck skills. Equal ice time for all players. Ideal for development without pressure.
More structured play, real game systems. Still no tryouts. Great lifelong-hockey path for non-travel players.
First level of competitive travel. Tryouts required. Regional tournaments. Skills gap is noticeable vs house league.
High-level competitive hockey. Multiple tournaments per season. Serious time and financial commitment for families.
Highest amateur level. Scouted by junior and NCAA programs. Cross-country tournaments. Major family investment.
| Age / Division | 🏠 House League | ⭐ Select / Rep-A | 🏆 AA Travel | 🔥 AAA Elite |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6–8 · 8U | $400–$900 | Not yet | Not yet | Not yet |
| 9–10 · 10U | $700–$1,500 | $2,500–$5,000 | Rare | Rare |
| 11–12 · 12U | $900–$1,800 | $3,000–$6,000 | $6,000–$12,000 | $10,000–$18,000 |
| 13–14 · 14U | $1,000–$2,000 | $3,500–$7,000 | $7,000–$14,000 | $12,000–$22,000 |
| 15–16 · 16U | $1,100–$2,200 | $4,000–$8,000 | $8,000–$15,000 | $15,000–$30,000+ |