Youth
Get ready to add some excitement to your week with the Wellington Ice Hockey Association! We offer a diverse range of programs for youth aged 5-18, including our fun and easy Learn to Play program. Whether you’re interested in honing your skills or just looking to stay active and make some friends, we’ve got you covered. So come on down to the rink and let’s play some hockey!
Kiwi Ice Hockey School
In 2026, we’re excited to be part of the Kiwi Ice Hockey School; the new nationwide U12 programme that gives young players more opportunities to develop, compete, and connect with others across New Zealand.
WIHA's programme runs Thursdays from 6–7pm during school terms and welcomes kids aged 5–12 years old. Everyone learns core hockey skills, game play, and teamwork—with an emphasis on fun, no prior experience required! Kids are grouped with others at a similar level, with multiple skill groups on the ice at once.
For your free trial, we provide all the gear—just turn up, and we’ll take care of the rest!
To book your free Learn to Play session, get in touch with us by filling out your details below. As spaces are limited, we will respond to you via email to confirm a date for your session.
U12 & U18 Youth Leagues
In 2023, we launched our U12 Super League, followed by the introduction of our U18 Winter League in 2024—both of which have been huge successes.
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As we head into 2026, these leagues continue to form a key part of WIHA’s youth development pathway, providing consistent, fun, and competitive opportunities for young players to grow their skills and confidence on the ice.
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U12 Super League
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The WIHA U12 Super League offers children under 12 the opportunity to learn or further develop their ice hockey skills, with a strong emphasis on fun, participation, and game understanding.
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Games are played cross-ice in a 3-on-3 format, with 2–3 lines per team, creating plenty of puck touches and ice time for all players.
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Players are assigned to a team and remain with the same teammates for the duration of the term, helping to build friendships and team cohesion.
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Registration is available through our online portal, as with our other leagues, or by enquiring directly with a WIHA representative.
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U18 Winter League
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The U18 Winter League is the next step in the development pathway for players who have aged out of the U12 Super League.
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This league is open to all players under 18, regardless of skill level, and focuses on fostering teamwork, positive relationships, and confidence—both on and off the ice.
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The U18 Winter League offers a fun, engaging, and supportive environment while continuing to challenge players as they progress in their hockey journey. You can register and find more info below!
Sunday Youth Training
Every Sunday during the school term (except holiday weekends) there is youth training from 5pm - 6pm. This training is an opportunity for youth with more advanced skills to challenge themselves and for players who are keen to play rep hockey to start playing together
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The focus is on fostering teamwork, building relationships and creating a positive atmosphere, where everyone is free to have fun and develop their skills.
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Fees are $30.00 per session or $250.00 for a block of 10 sessions on a concession card, which is available for purchase at the WIHA desk at the start of each session.
U14 & U16 Jr. Seals Representative Teams
The Wellington Jr. Seals have both a U14 and a U16 rep team, competing in the national IHNZ leagues.
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These are competitive, representative teams designed for players who are motivated to elevate their game and proudly represent Wellington on the national stage.
The Jr. Seals focus on developing strong, skilled athletes, fostering teamwork, and instilling a culture of commitment, resilience, and pride. Players selected will be expected to train with purpose, compete hard, and contribute positively on and off the ice.
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If you’re ready to challenge yourself, grow as a player, and represent Wellington with pride, the Wellington Jr. Seals are your next step.
