TAKE YOUR FIRST STEPS TOWARD BECOMING… BATTLE READY. NOTHING GIVEN. EVERYTHING EARNED.
The Buffalo Junior Sabres Organization is excited to announce the formation of our inaugural Novice & Mite Development program. Our goal is to further grow a passion for the game of hockey at the youngest ages. Additionally, our focus will be to help players learn foundational skills using development concepts derived from the USA Hockey ADM. All sessions will be led by coaches within the Buffalo Jr Sabres organization. Please see below for more details and regarding the program.
Novice Program – 6U
6U Session 1: $199 – 10 Ice Sessions
Dates and Times:
September 22 – 4:45pm
September 29 – 4:45pm
October 6 – 2:00pm
October 13 – 4:15pm
October 20 – 4:00pm
October 27 – 2:00pm
November 3 – 11:45am
November 10 – 11:45am
November 17 – 5:00pm
November 24 – 2:30pm
6U Session 2: $160 – 8 Ice Sessions
Dates and Times:
December 29 – 10:00am
January 5 – 3:15pm
January 12 – 3:45pm
January 26 – 4:30pm
February 9 – 4:00pm
February 16 – 10:00am
February 23 – 1:30pm
March 1 – 2:00pm
Mite Program – 8U
8U Session 1: $199 – 10 Ice Sessions
Dates and Times:
September 22 – 5:45pm
September 29 – 5:45pm
October 6 – 3:00pm
October 13 – 5:15pm
October 20 – 5:00pm
October 27 – 3:00pm
November 3 – 12:45pm
November 10 – 12:45pm
November 17 – 6:00pm
November 24 – 3:30pm
8U Session 2: $160 – 8 Ice Sessions
Dates and Times:
December 29 – 11:00am
January 5 – 4:15pm
January 12 – 4:45pm
January 26 – 4:30pm
February 9 – 5:00pm
February 16 – 11:00am
February 23 – 2:30pm
March 1 – 3:00pm
Program Information
- All ice sessions are 50 minutes in duration, and will be held at HARBORCENTER.
- Register for either Session 1, Session 2 or both using registration form on this page.
- Please register for the session(s) that coorelate to your players birth year.
- All participants are required to have full equipment per USA Hockey guidelines
- Must be registered with USA Hockey
- Open to all boys and girls
- Open to all skill levels, but must have some skating experience
- If as a parent, you are interested in volunteering as an on-ice coach, please complete information on player registration form.
FAQ
Can my player be registered for on another organization team or program and still participate in this program?
Yes, they can participate in both programs.
Do I need to be an AAA player to participate?
No. The Buffalo Jr Sabres Novice and Mite Development program is open to players of all skill levels and abilities. Participants must have some skating experience.
Is the program open to boys and girls?
Yes. Both boys and girls can participate in our camps.
Who will be instructing the on ice portion of the program?
Members of the Buffalo Jr Sabres coaching staff will lead all on ice sessions. Our coaches will strive to make all players better by teaching proper technique in a fun, safe environment.
Will there be goaltender specific instruction?
No. There will not be specific goalie instruction in this program. This is a player development program. If you are a goalie, please contact us for other information.
Will equipment be provided?
No. You must have a full set of equipment per USA Hockey guidelines. We will provide a Buffalo Jr Sabres Jersey.
Do we have to pay for parking at HARBORCENTER?
No. There will be no charge for parking in the HARBORCENTER Ramp.