Sidney Crosby's Little Penguins Learn to Play Hockey is an introductory program for children ages 5 to 9. The program aims to inspire families to join the sport. Little Penguins provides first-time participants FREE head-to-toe equipment, eight to ten weeks of age appropriate on-ice instruction, and certified coaching in a fun and safe atmosphere. Little Penguins is presented by the NHL and NHLPA with the support of Crosby, the Pittsburgh Penguins Foundation, DICK'S Sporting Goods, CCM and USA Hockey. This program is only available to your child ONE time between the ages of 5 and 9 and children who have previously participated are NOT eligible to participate again.
Winter Registration is currently open.
Find more info and register your Little Penguin HERE.
Registration Information
- There are three sessions of the Little Penguins program offered annually: Fall, Winter, and Spring. Host locations vary each session. Registration for the next session will be announced as soon as it is confirmed.
- Equipment sizes must be submitted during the registration process. Please utilize the Equipment Fit Guide to determine sizes PRIOR to registering. Equipment sizes cannot be changed once submitted.
- Registration MUST be completed online through LeagueApps. Limited spots are available at each location.
- Equipment pickup will take place on a specified date at a local DICK'S Sporting Goods location selected during registration. Please double check the selected location, as it cannot be changed. Upon registration, you will receive a confirmation e-mail. Please check your SPAM or PROMOTIONS folder as this e-mail may not arrive straight to your inbox.
For more information visit www.nhl.com/penguins/community/learn-to-play
