FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Does my child need to know how to skate? What skill level does my child need to have? Nashville Predators Hockey Schools are open to all skill levels. However, we highly recommend that beginners have basic skating ability to assist in their development at hockey school. We suggest contacting a rink near you to obtain information on skating programs.

What equipment does my child need? Is rental equipment available? Participants will need to provide his/her own hockey equipment to participate. We are unable to provide rental equipment or skates. Necessary equipment includes a with face mask, mouth guard, , , elbow pads, gloves, protective , athletic support cup, shin guards, hockey socks, skates, and stick. will need to provide full goalie equipment.

If you are looking to buy equipment locally, we suggest Perani’s Hockey World located inside the Ford Ice Centers at 5264 Hickory Hollow Parkway, Antioch, TN 37013 or 7638 B Hwy 70 S, Nashville, TN 37221 or area Play It Again Sports locations.

Who are the instructors at Hockey School? Hockey School will be led by qualified instructors that will include Nashville Predators Youth Hockey Development staff, Nashville area hockey coaches and members of the community with backgrounds in semi-pro and/or college hockey.

What is the cost for the Hockey School? The cost for Hockey School is $600 a week for both players and goaltenders. If you sign up for both weeks, the cost will $1150.

Are there any discounts for Hockey School? Families registering two or more children will receive a $25 discount for each additional child from the same household. If you are signing a child up for multiple weeks, you will receive a $25 discount for each week. You cannot combine the two discounts. To register with the family discount, please contact (615) 770-2179.

Goalies that register for the Nashville Predators Goaltending Camp from July 26-30, 2021 will receive a $300 discount to Hockey School. To register with the goalie discount, please contact (615) 770-2152.

Do we allow payment plans for Hockey School? Yes, we allow payment plans of 2 payments to complete the cost of registration. Half is due when registration is started and the remaining balance is due one month after the original payment/registration date. To set up a payment plan, please contact 615-770-2179.

What is included with registration? Participants will receive an official Nashville Predators Hockey School jersey, Hockey School shirt, personalized luggage tag, commemorative photo, participation certificate, and more. Participants will also receive a daily lunch.

What is the cancelation policy? The Nashville Predators Hockey Schools has a NO REFUND policy. In the event of documented medical issue we will provide a full refund less a $50 fee. All other refund requests will be handled on a case-by-case basis and may be subject to a partial refund.

How many registrations are accepted for Hockey School? Hockey School will accept 30 players and six goaltenders for each group, Rinne Group (6-8 years old), Forsberg Group (9-11 years old) and Josi Group (12-14 years old). Participants will be grouped according to ability on the ice to enhance their learning environment.

Do the Hockey Schools sell out? Is a waitlist offered? Yes! To avoid disappointment be sure to register online today at nashvillepredators.com/hockeyschool. Once the schools sell out, we will begin a waitlist. As we are notified of cancelations, we will contact families for the opportunity to register – first come, first serve.

What does a typical schedule consist of?

Rinne Group (6-8 yrs. old) Forsberg Group (9-11 yrs. old) Josi Group (12 -14 yrs. old) Activity Time Activity Time Activity Time Check In 7:45am-8:00am Check In 8:00am-8:15am Check In 8:15am-8:30am Dressing Room 8:00am-8:30am Sport 8:15am-9:15am Dryland 8:30am-9:30am On Ice 8:30am-9:30am Dressing Room(snack) 9:15am-9:45am Sport 9:30am-10:30am Dressing Room 9:30am-9:45am On Ice 9:45am-10:45am Dressing Room(snack) 10:30am-11:00am Dryland 9:45am-10:45am Dressing Room 10:45am-11:00am On Ice 11:00am-12:00pm Sport 10:45-11:30am Dryland 11:00am-12:00pm Dressing Room 12:00-12:15pm Lunch 11:30am-12:00pm Lunch 12:00pm-12:30pm Lunch 12:15-12:45pm Dressing Room 12:00-12:30pm Classroom 12:30-1:15pm Off 12:45-1:45pm On Ice 12:30pm-1:30pm Dressing Room 1:15-1:45pm Classroom 1:45-2:30pm Dressing Room 1:30-1:45pm On Ice 1:45pm-2:45pm Dressing Room 2:30-3:00pm Off Ice Hockey 1:45-2:45pm Dressing Room 2:45-3:00pm On Ice 3:00pm-4:00pm Snack/Classroom 2:45-3:30pm Off Ice Hockey 3:00-3:45pm Check Out 4:00-4:15pm Check Out 3:30-3:45pm Check Out 3:45-4:00pm

Once I register my child for Hockey School, what will happen next? Once your registration and full payment is processed you will receive a confirmation e-mail with more information. We will send an orientation packet with some paperwork that needs to be completed prior to camp.

What does my child need to bring to Hockey School? In addition to hockey equipment, participants should also bring: a change of clothes for dryland training including , hat and sunscreen for outdoor activities, a change of clothes to wear under hockey equipment, and snacks throughout the day.

Will there be an orientation for parents? Is any paperwork needed to participate? We will not hold a formal orientation for parents. Staff will be visible and on-hand the first day of each camp and throughout the week for questions. On the first day of each school campers will check-in to pick up their jersey and t-shirt and to meet instructors.

All participants will receive an orientation packet via email with paperwork that will have to be filled out and sent back prior to camp.