Little Preds LTP Hockey!
🏒 YOUR CHILD’S HOCKEY JOURNEY STARTS HERE! 🏒
Has your child ever wanted to try hockey?
Now is the perfect time!
The Little Preds Learn to Play Hockey Program is designed for kids ages 4–9 who are new to hockey. No experience required — just bring your future hockey player and we’ll take care of the rest!
Presented by KAHA, Cool Sports & the Nashville Predators, this affordable 8-week program gives young players the chance to learn, play, make friends, and fall in love with hockey.
WHAT YOUR LITTLE PRED GETS
🏒 8 weeks of on-ice instruction
🥅 Fun, beginner-friendly coaching
🎒 Brand-new full hockey equipment package — INCLUDING A STICK — to keep!
🏆 Guidance on the next steps in your child’s hockey journey
🍕 Graduation pizza party!
🙌 NO HOCKEY EXPERIENCE? NO PROBLEM!
Your child does NOT need previous skating or hockey experience.
We spend the first few weeks helping players become comfortable on the ice while introducing the fundamentals through fun, age-appropriate drills and games.
Minimum age: 4 years old, turning 5 by the program start date.
📍 WHERE?
All sessions are held at:
Cool Sports
- 110 S Watt Rd, Knoxville, TN 37934
FALL 2026 (8-WEEKS)
Sundays | 2:30–3:20 PM
📅 October 18 – December 13
🚫 No class November 15
💰 $305 + processing fee
- ⚠️ Registration closes October 4, 2026
⛸️ Learn To Skate add-on
⛸️ ADD LEARN TO SKATE FOR ONLY $50!
Want to give your Little Pred an extra boost?
For just $50, add 8 weeks of skating instruction through Smoky Mountain Skating Academy!
⛸️ 30-minute group lesson
⛸️ 30-minute practice time
⛸️ Beginner-friendly instruction
❤️ Family Skate Sundays — bring the whole family at NO EXTRA COST!
Choose your weekly time:
- Tuesday • 6:00–7:00 PM
- Thursday • 6:00–7:00 PM
- Sunday • 3:30–4:30 PM
Better skating → More confidence → More fun → A kid who wants to keep coming back!
👉 Learn more about SMSA - Learn To Skate:
🔥 SPOTS FILL FAST!
Previous Little Preds sessions have sold out quickly.
Don’t wait — give your child the chance to discover their new favorite sport!
🏒 INTERESTED IN COACHING?
We’re always looking for volunteer coaches!
Interested in helping young players discover hockey? Contact Hockey Director Tim Sinasac at timsinasac@gmail.com.
We’ll help you get everything you need to be ready to step on the ice.
❓ QUICK FAQ
Does Little Preds sell out?
YES! Previous sessions have filled quickly.
Does my child need hockey experience?
Absolutely not!
Does my child need to know how to skate?
No. Skating experience is encouraged but not required.
Where can we learn to skate locally?
Cool Sports offers Learn to Skate programs, and Little Preds families can take advantage of the special $50 SMSA add-on.
How do we get the hockey equipment?
Equipment is provided through the Nashville Predators and Pure Hockey and is delivered directly to your home.
Little Preds Schedule
Little Preds Learn to Play Hockey is offered 3–4 times each year, giving families multiple opportunities to get their future hockey player on the ice!
🍂 FALL — 8 WEEKS
October 18 – December 13, 2025
🚫 No class: November 15
❄️ WINTER — 8 WEEKS
January 10 – March 7, 2026
🚫 No class: February 7
🌷 SPRING — 8 WEEKS
March 21 – May 16, 2026
🚫 No class: April 4
☀️ SUMMER — 6 WEEKS
June 6 – July 18, 2026
🚫 No class: July 4
🏒 Pick the season that works best for your family — and let’s get your Little Pred on the ice!