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Program Times Sundays 9 AM to 4 PM
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Welcome to Hockey Buds

We make ball hockey fun!

Our Hockey Buds program is a eight (8) week instruction program for children just being introduced to ball hockey and want to learn the skills of the game.

 

The Hockey Buds Program was designed for the purpose of developing friendships, team work, interest in the sport of Ball hockey and to promote literacy in a fun way.

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HOCKEY BUDS IS LEARNING

Our Program will help your child develop basic ball hockey skills while at the same time teaching listening, following instructions, attention, focus and various motor skills.

HOCKEY BUDS IS PLAY

Our program is designed for 6 Under [3 to 5 yrs] with an emphasis on fun & games
& 9 Under [6 to 8 yrs olds] & 11 Under [9 to 11 yr olds] with an emphasis on skills through fun exercises.

HOCKEY BUDS IS READING

Our 6 Under Program promotes literacy by ending every session with our circle time where a member of our coaching staff reads excerpts from a hockey theme book.

Testimonials

My child loved it. Was so sad he had to wait till after Christmas to play again. Coaches are great and get the kids excited about hockey.
Heather
I loved how structured it was.. very organized. Also, storytime at the end is a great idea! I love that it is on the weekend (other programs we have our son in are during the week.. and its so hard to get to them sometimes right after work) The loot bags on the last day were so awesome! Staff we have dealt with are great! Cant say enough good things about it.. thank you!!!
Samantha
Very well organized and love how they encourage kids on floor without parents.
Karen
I liked how only the kids and coaches were allowed on the court, it allows the kids to learn how to listen to their coaches. The coaches were very interactive with the kids, even when the kids would roam off, someone would always go and try to get them to join the group again.
Danielle
I liked how the coaches assisted the children with basic techniques and also how they didn’t do the same thing each session!
Tomas
Everything was great, all coaches were great with the kids, last day was a nice touch for the kids. all around happy with the program 🙂 The hockey buds program was great, everyone interacted well with the kids. getting pictures were a really nice touch. wish the program was longer.
Eden
The coaches enthusiasm and professionalism. When I contacted you through Facebook I was so pleased with your quick and professional response. My little guy loved your program and learned alot of skills. Great program, great coaches. I will highly recommend to friends and we will be back in the Fall.
Crystal
Great interaction with kids, lots of positivity (ie if child gets a goal, coach says great job, gives high 5)
Ashley
Well organized. Kept the children entertained while making it fun to learn new skills. Coach Dave was so good with the kids and encouraged them. Great Program! Great staff! Can't wait for the next session.
Collette
Thank you for helping our not so sporty child enjoy ball hockey during the camp! Despite not really liking sports she had lots of fun.
Katie
My son enjoyed the program, and I liked how couch Dave interacted with the kids. My son is very shy and this program has helped his confidence.
Danielle
Well organized, engagement with the kids from coaches - Kudos to all coaches. Our child (4 yrs Old) looked forward to ball hockey each week.
Ryan
Location, the facility, staff, fun.
Melissa
Very kid oriented and age appropriate. Coaches are great with the kids.
Geri Lynn
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Giveaway time! 
 
Our Spring 2024 is our best yet with all sessions full to capacity.
 
We are really excited about what’s to come and we can’t wait to let everyone know.
 
We will be operating out of two facilities next season, Northpoint Sports, St. John’s & soon to be announced second Location.
 
Don’t miss out on what’s to come and be the first to take advantage of all things Hockey Buds this upcoming season. Join our mailing list at https://www.hockeybuds.ca/mailinglist
 
If you were once subscribed and no longer receive emails from us, you will need to re-subscribe again.
 
Now for our contest!
 
Win! Some Hockey Buds merch!
 
To qualify, please do the following:
 
Share, Like, Follow our page https://www.facebook.com/HockeyBuds/ and then subscribe to our mailing list at https://www.hockeybuds.ca/mailinglist
 
If you have already done at least one or more of the above, all you need to do is complete the rest.
 
We will compile all entries by August 31, 2024 with the winner being announced at our open house with date/time & location to be announced.
 
Thank you for supporting Hockey Buds.

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NL VAXPASS requirement...

...making ball hockey fun!!

As of Friday [October 22, 2021] the NLVaxPass comes into effect as per current provincial Public Health requirements. With the NLVaxPass, our Hockey Buds program along with any/all of our affiliated programs/leagues are required to verify a person’s proof of COVID-19 vaccination for access to a facility, and this includes Northpoint Sports facility.  

 

In accordance with the provincial Public Health mandate, effective Friday, October 22, 2021, the NLVaxPass will be used at Northpoint Sports facility and participants will be required to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination and identification. With the implantation of the NLVaxPass, it may take longer than usual to enter the facility. It is recommended that participants come with the VaxPass and ID ready to allow time for the scanning the process. [We will have multiple staff doing the scanning process to move things along as smooth and quick as possible]

 

Entrance Scanning Process [Sport, Recreational and Faith-Based Activities for Children and Youth]:

 

  • >>Staff will greet participants at the entrance.
  • >>Individuals ages 12 to 18 years are not required to provide proof of vaccination where they are participating in the following activities:

    Indoor sports or recreational activities, including those practiced at arenas, indoor gyms and fitness facilities, yoga studios, and dance studios
    Indoor group music, art, dance, and drama activities
    Dedicated children’s religious or faith-based programs (e.g. Sunday School)

 

Please note: Individuals ages 12 to 18 years are required to provide proof of vaccination when they are spectators of the activities listed above, and in all other settings where proof of vaccination is required.

 

  • >>Individuals ages 19 years and older are required to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination and photo identification which includes date of birth. For identification, the original version, clear photocopy, digital, photo or screenshot will be accepted. The name on the identification must match the name on proof of vaccination. If it does not, a second piece of identification will be required. For individuals without photo identification, two pieces of non-photo identification that include name with at least one that shows date of birth will be accepted.
  • >>Once NLVAXPass approves an individual’s COVID-19 vaccination status, the patron can enter the facility.
  • >>If the NLVAXPass does not approve an individual’s COVID-19 vaccination status, the individual will not be permitted to enter the facility.

 

People who refuse to show proof of vaccination

 

Will not be permitted to enter the facility. We have the right to refuse service to anyone who is not abiding by the proof of vaccination requirements. 

Source: https://www.gov.nl.ca/covid-19/life-during-covid-19/vaccination-record/businesses-and-organizations/ 

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