Skill Development Series
The KAHA Skill Development Series is designed to help players build confidence and elevate their hockey skills in a fun, supportive learning environment. Players are encouraged to challenge themselves, try new techniques, and strengthen areas of their game that translate directly to practices and competition.
Sessions are led by experienced KAHA coaches and focus on age-appropriate instruction covering both fundamental and advanced skills that can be immediately applied during games and team practices.
Skill Focus Areas
- Power Skating
- Edge Work
- Body Mechanics
- Stickhandling
- Passing
- Competitive Contact
- Positional Play
Whether your player is looking to refine fundamentals or take the next step in their development, the KAHA Skill Development Series offers focused instruction to support continued growth on the ice.
Ages
8U / 10U
Birth Years: 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019
12U / 14U
Birth Years: 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015
16U / 18U
Birth Years: 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011
Exceptions may be made on a case-by-case basis.
Location
Cool Sports
110 S Watt Rd
Knoxville, TN 37934
Overspeed & Edge Sessions
These sessions push players outside their comfort zone by focusing on:
- Edge work and edge control
- Change-of-direction skating (stops/starts, pivots)
- Quickness and lateral movement
- Skating efficiency and strength
- Skills both with and without the puck
Hockey is a game of constant movement and change of direction—these sessions are designed to improve those critical skating skills.
Skills Sessions
Skills Sessions focus on building confidence so players are comfortable and effective in game situations. Through repetition and structured training, players develop:
- Proper skating technique
- Strong puck-handling skills
- Passing and shooting fundamentals
Small Area Games Sessions
Small Area Games are high-intensity, game-like drills played in confined spaces (one zone or less). These sessions maximize:
- Puck touches
- Decision-making
- Player engagement
SPRING / Summer SEASON 2026 (18-WEEKS)
Day: Wednesdays
- Spring Session: March 18 – May 27
- Summer Session: June 3 – July 22
Individual Registration
Spring (10 Weeks): $299 + processing fee
Summer (8 Weeks): $269 + processing fee
Spring & Summer (18 Weeks): $499 + processing fee
Discounts
Goalies: 50% registration discount
Multi-Session Discount: Players receive 15% off when combining Spring and Summer League registrations
Practice Times
- 8U - 5:40 - 6:30 PM
- 10U - 6:10 - 7:00 PM
- 12U - 7:10 - 8:00 PM
- 14U - 7:40 - 8:30 PM
- 16/18U - 8:40 - 9:30 PM
Overspeed & Edge 2026 (8-WEEKS)
Day: Mondays
- Dates: June 1 – July 22
Individual Registration
Summer (8 Weeks): $269 + processing fee
Discounts
Goalies: 50% registration discount
Multi-Session Discount: Players receive 15% off when combining Spring and Summer League registrations
Practice Times
- 8U / 10U: 5:40 – 6:30 PM
- 12U / 14U+: 6:40 – 7:30 PM
💳 Payment Options
We offer two convenient payment methods to make registration easier for families:
✔️ Pay in Full
- Full payment is made at the time of registration.
🧾 Payment Plan
- Pay an initial deposit at registration
- Followed by two automatic payments on:
- 📅 April 1st
- 📅 May 1st
💳 Using KAHA Credits (FRCs)?
Please contact the KAHA Treasurer before proceeding:
📧 kahatreasurer2020@gmail.com
Drop - Ins
Drop-Ins are welcome if space is available.
Rate: $40 per session
Space is limited to 28 Players per session, don't miss out on this opportunity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who will be leading this Skill Development Program?
A: On-ice coaching staff will rotate weekly and feature:
- Tim Sinasac – KAHA Hockey Director
- KJ Voorhees
- Stefan Brucato
- Marcus Ortiz
- Jamie Ronayne
- Robert Fail
- Logan Coomes
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