About the Initiation Program

The Rosemount Area Hockey Association Initiation Program (IP) is the foundation to the overall success of your skater. Introducing young athletes 8 years and under to the game of hockey in a safe and fun environment, IP focuses on skating and skill development via stations, small area games, and cross/half-ice scrimmages.

We create a culture that progressively challenges players of all abilities, motivating skaters to return to the game of hockey. In partnership with the Hockey Development Committee and coaches, IP delivers a consistent experience through cutting-edge instruction, resources, and evaluation methods to support player development.

The levels of play are Termites (4–5 year old boys and girls), 6U and 8U for girls, and Mini-Mites (6–7 years) and Mites (7–9 years) for boys. IP is designed to teach the fundamentals of skating, passing, and basic hockey skills in a fun, high-energy environment that builds confidence and a love for the game.

Our focus is on development, not competition, through practices that challenge players while keeping the experience enjoyable and rewarding.

• Time Commitment: The season generally starts in early November and concludes in late February / early March.
• Ice Time: Ice times for IP teams generally last 60 minutes and are often shared with other RAHA teams. Each team will also have access to full-ice sessions during the season, which coaches and managers can use for skill development, scrimmages, or other team activities.
• 2026–27 Locations: Rosemount, Inver Grove Heights, and other locations TBD.