Victor H. L. Wyatt School is excited to announce that its Grade 3 and 4 Hockey Program started on Tuesday, January 31.  The program will introduce all Grade 3 and 4 students to hockey.  The Hockey Program is for children with little or no experience in hockey and will enable students to learn the fundamentals of the game in a safe and positive setting.  Students will also have the opportunity to learn about respect, safety and perseverance.  

“This is my first-time skating," said Shaurya. "I am having fun learning to balance on skates and to play the game.  Sometimes I fall down, but I get back up and keep trying.” 

Students will learn about the benefits of physical activity and participating in a team environment.  This program is an extension of the Physical Education programming at Victor Wyatt and will support the development of the physical literacy of our students.  

All required equipment will be fitted to each child and provided for use during the program through generous donations.  

“I just came to Canada," said Khairat. "My parents said hockey is too expensive, but I can play at school. I am enjoying learning to skate, and I am having fun.” 

The Wyatt Team will run the program. The team includes Mr. Cable (Phys. Ed. Teacher), Ms. Jansen (Student Services Teacher), and  Mr. Riel (Educational Assistant), who is a certified hockey coach.  We also have a commitment from their high school hockey programs who are willing to work with the children on-ice.   Many fun games and activities will be employed to teach the fundamental skills of skating, passing, and shooting.

“I learned to skate in Grand Rapids," said Diamond. "I like playing hockey at school.  This is my second year, and I am good at it.” 

Location of Sessions 

All on-ice sessions will take place at St. Vital Arena (across the street from Victor Wyatt).  Families who wish to watch their child play, will need to follow the spectator guidelines of the arena.

There is a lot of excitement about the potential of this program for the Victor Wyatt Grade 3 and 4 students.  The benefits of this program are far-reaching, and the team running the program hopes that the caregivers see all the positive outcomes that may come from this opportunity for these children.