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The 2023 NZIHF Under 12 tournament is taking place on the weekend of Friday 6th – Sunday 8th October at Alpine Ice Arena, in Christchurch.

We are excited to be back on ice to experience what is the highlight of the hockey calendar for many and look forward to seeing parents and players from around New Zealand come together to compete in this spectacle of youth ice hockey!

Below is an information pack containing all the key information about the tournament.

Tournament Schedule & Format:
All players must be born between 2016 and 2012 to be eligible to participate. Dispensations may be available – contact us via email for more information info@aiha.org.nz

The tournament will consist of a series of round robin games, semi-finals and finals, followed by a prizegiving at the end of the weekend.

Each team will travel with a coach and one manager, to assist with the running of the weekend, all coaches and managers travelling with teams will be Police vetted.

Teams will consist of 6 players and 1 goaltender, with teams formed by AIHA.

Games will be 3 on 3, cross ice, with 3 games taking place on the ice sheet at once.

Games will take place on Friday evening, Saturday morning through to evening and Sunday morning through to early afternoon. Prizegiving will take place after the finals games on Sunday afternoon, with teams departing home thereafter.

Teams will need to organise their own sets of playing jerseys. The NZIHF will provide bibs if required, to differentiate between teams should there be colour or jersey clashes.

Tournament Costs:
We have created several packages, based on whether parents and players are organising only some of their attendance, or choose the full package provided by the NZIHF. The below costs only include the child’s flights, accommodation, and tournament fees. Any parents/family members attending will need to provide their own flights and accommodation. You can choose to register now and pay in full, or register now and go on an instalment plan. Registrations close June 30th 2023.

Full Package: Flights + Accommodation + Tournament Entry: $650.00
Own Flights: Accommodation + Tournament Entry: $450.00
Tournament Only: Tournament Entry $250.00

Flights:
For players/parents who purchase the full package, flights will depart as below. Teams will travel as a group on a single flight together.

For players who arrive in Christchurch via a flight, the NZIHF will provide a mixture of busses and vans to transport teams from the airport to the accommodation and back.

Accommodation:

For players/parents who purchase a package which includes accommodation, accommodation will be provided at Bealey Quarter located at 263 Bealey Avenue, Edgeware, Christchurch 8013, which is approximately a 10-minute drive from the ice arena.

Find out more about Bealey Quarter on their website: https://www.bealeyquarter.co.nz/ or contact them via phone 0800 115 043

Shuttle vans will be provided to transport parents/players between the accommodation and ice arena.

For players/parents who wish to organise their own accommodation, but stay at the same venue, there will be limited spaces available at Bealey Quarter, and if you mention the promo code “icehockey” you will receive a discount on your booking.

Restaurant food and cooking facilities are available onsite at the accommodation venue.

The NZIHF is not providing food or drink for tournament participants – it is up to parents/players to organise their own food throughout the weekend.

Register to Attend:

All registration will be processed on esportsdesk. Log in to your account and register here: https://secure.esportsdesk.com/login.cfm?leagueID=23340&clientID=5788

Registrations close June 30th 2023.

2023 Term 2 Under 12 Years Old Holiday Programme

Botany: Tuesday 11^th, Wednesday 12^th, Thursday 13^th July 2023

Day Format:

• On Ice 7:45 – 8:45am: We will start the day with a fun ice session working on all of the players individual skills.
• Off ice 9:15 – 10:00am: We will work on stretching and educating the players on cool down and importance of flexibility as well as work on stick handling and doing various off ice stick handling drills/games.
• 10:00am – 11:00am: Snack and Hockey classroom session
• 11:00am – 12:00pm: Laser tag & Mini golf
• 12:00pm – 1:00pm: Lunch and Hockey videos and movies
• Free Skate/Games 1:00 – 3:00pm: To end the day, we will do some free skating during the public session. We will also have some off-ice activities planned during this period to keep some variety for the kids.

Pickup time is 3:00pm from Botany ice rink.

Cost:
$65.00 Per Day – This cost includes 1 hour laser tag/mini golf on each day – Payment due at rink on the day

Food and drink is not included, so parents/players will have to supply this themselves.

Register here: https://forms.gle/LRgUPcEtpQ4jx8RY6

We are excited to announce that the schedule for the U18 Auckland Team travelling to Dunedin has been finalised and expressions of interest to be a part of the teams are now open.

Being part of the Auckland U18 Representative programme is a commitment by everyone involved to help create an environment that inspires, empowers, supports and recognises achievements. This is to be an enjoyable environment where players can excel and play for Auckland with pride.

Tournament #1:
Saturday 1^st July – Tuesday 4^th July 2023 in Dunedin.

Tournament #2:
Saturday 23^rd September – Tuesday 26^th September 2023 in Dunedin.

Practice Schedule:
Saturday 13^th May @ Avondale 11:45am – 12:45pm
Saturday 27^th May @ Avondale 11:45am – 12:45pm
Saturday 24^th June @ Avondale 11:45am – 12:45pm
Saturday 29^th July @ Avondale 11:45am – 12:45pm
Saturday 19^th August @ Avondale: 11:45am – 12:45pm
Saturday 2^nd September @ Avondale: 11:45am – 12:45pm
Saturday 16^th September @ Avondale: 11:45am – 12:45pm
Tuesday 19^th September @ Avondale: 6:45pm – 8:45pm

Cost:
The upfront cost to join the U18 Practice Squad will be $175.

Players selected to travel with the team to each tournament in Dunedin will then have fees associated with each tournament which will be approximately $725 per tournament inclusive of travel, accommodation, tournament fees and team meals in Dunedin.

Your Confirmation:
To confirm you wish to participate in the U18 NZMIHL Representative Program, you will need to :

Submit your registration using the online form, by Monday 15th May.

Click Here to Complete Your Expression of Interest

Inclusion in the squad will only be confirmed once the information is received. Inclusion in the squad is also subject to all fees being paid and up to date. All players must be registered and have paid their AIHA club fees.

We are excited to announce that the schedule for the U15 Auckland Teams travelling to Dunedin has been finalised and expressions of interest to be a part of the teams are now open.

Being part of the Auckland U15 Representative programme and one of the two Auckland teams is an exciting opportunity. The friendships formed between teammates at these tournaments last throughout ice hockey playing time and beyond. This is to be an enjoyable environment where players can excel and play for Auckland with pride.

Tournament #1:
Wednesday 5^th July – Sunday 9^th July 2023 in Dunedin

Tournament #2:
Wednesday 27^th September – Sunday 1^st October 2023 in Dunedin

Practice Schedule (Combined 2 Team Practice):
Saturday 10^th June @ Avondale 11:45am – 12:45pm
Saturday 1^st July @ Botany 11:15am – 12:15pm
Saturday 26^th August @ Avondale 11:45am – 12:45pm
Saturday 9^th September @ Avondale 11:45am – 12:45pm
Thursday 21^st September @ Botany: 6:45pm – 8:45pm

Total Cost:
Approximately $1700 ($850 per tournament) per player inclusive of practice costs, travel, accommodation, tournament fees and team meals in Dunedin. The total cost will be split across the two tournaments, so will not be required in one lump sum payment.

Your Confirmation:
Please secure your place with one of the two travelling teams.

To confirm you wish to participate in the U15 NZBIHL Representative Tournament, you will need to :

Submit your registration using the online form, by Monday, 15 May 2023.

Click Here to Complete Your Expression of Interest

Inclusion in the squad will only be confirmed once the information is received. Inclusion in the squad is also subject to all fees being paid and up to date. All players must be registered and have paid their AIHA club fees.

We will be running a Term 1 School Holiday ice hockey programme for both under 12 year olds and Bantam/Junior League players. Read below to find out more information and how to register.

For our Under 12 players we will be holding a programme at Botany.

For our Bantam & Junior League players we will be holding a programme at Avondale.

2023 Term 1 Under 12 Years Old Holiday Programme – Botany:

Botany: Monday 17^th, Tuesday 18^th, Wednesday 19^th, Thursday 20^th April 2023

Day Format:

• On Ice 7:45 – 8:45am: We will start the day with a fun ice session working on all of the players individual skills.
• Off ice 9:15 – 10:00am: We will work on stretching and educating the players on cool down and importance of flexibility as well as work on stick handling and doing various off ice stick handling drills/games.
• 10:00am – 11:00am: Snack and Hockey classroom session
• 11:00am – 12:00pm: Laser tag
• 12:00pm – 1:00pm: Lunch and Hockey videos and movies
• Free Skate/Games 1:00 – 3:00pm: To end the day, we will do some free skating during the public session. We will also have some off-ice activities planned during this period to keep some variety for the kids.

Pickup time is 3:00pm from Botany ice rink.

Cost:
$65.00 Per Day – This cost includes 1 hour laser tag on each day – Payment due at rink on the day

Food and drink is not included, so players will have to supply this themselves.

Register here: https://forms.gle/LLG7cjPyVCewanbM8

2023 Term 1 Bantam & Junior League Holiday Camp – Avondale:

Avondale: Wednesday 12^th , Thursday 13^th , Friday 14^th April 2023

Day Format:

• On ice 7:45 – 8:45am: day starts on the ice with a high level skills development session in stations format.
• Off Ice 9:15 – 10:00am: players will be split into 2 groups. 1 group will work on flexibility and cool down stretching as well as education on pre training/pregame physical preparation. Meanwhile, the other group will work on stick handling and agility.
• Classroom/video 10:15 – 11:00am: Players will receive some education on nutrition, pre-game mental preparation and focus techniques and will go through a team builder challenge in small groups.
• Bakery/Workout 11:15 – 1:00pm: A quick stop at the bakery before we educate and do an off ice sport specific circuit style training. We will highlight technique, educate on muscle groups and go over the importance of training sport specifically.
• Power Skating/Games 1:00 – 3:00pm: The day will finish with the players either taking part in the public session with coach guided power skating drills or (if the public session isn’t too busy) we will draw the netting and be able to play some cross ice games.

Pickup time is 3:00pm from Avondale ice rink.

Cost:
$65.00 Per Day – Payment due at the rink on the day.

Food and drink is not included, so players will have to supply this themselves.

Register here: https://forms.gle/BPGiwu2bmqgsB5pD8

Interested in ice hockey officiating? AIHA needs referees! Join the team!

Come along to referee training. No officiating experience necessary, just enthusiasm and love of hockey.

Saturday 4 March 2023
8am – 2:00pm at Mount Albert YMCA (773 New North Road, Mt Albert)
4:15pm – 5:15pm – on-ice at Paradice Avondale. Skate, helmet + whistle needed)

Submit your RSVP below

We have a series of pre-season on ice trainings for our Bantam & Junior league players.

Come along and get back on the ice for the 2023 season!

Bantam & Junior League: On Ice Training – Avondale:

• Sunday February 19th 8:30am – 10:00am
• Sunday February 26th 8:30am – 10:00am
• Sunday March 5th 8:30am – 10:00am
• Sunday March 12th 8:30am – 10:00am
• Sunday March 19th 8:30am – 10:00am
• Sunday March 26th 8:30am – 10:00am
• Sunday April 2nd 8:30am – 10:00am

Where: Paradice Avondale
Cost: $20.00 per session, pay at the door on arrival (EFTPOS & Cash available)
What to Bring: Your normal ice hockey gear
Who: Any Bantam or Junior League player can attend

Register Here: https://forms.gle/quFeWnqfJpQaLATD6