BEASTLINGS 8U ACADEMY
Learn to Beast, 8U Development – Home of the Mini Maulers
Welcome to where the journey begins. Learn to Beast, 8U development is Southeast Beast’s premier 8U development program, built to teach young athletes how to learn, develop, and excel—while having a blast on the ice. Focused on fun, fundamentals, and fierce effort, we combine high-energy instruction with a team-first mentality to help players grow their skills and confidence.
Designed as the official feeder program into the Southeast Beast travel system, Beastlings Academy emphasizes:
- Skating – balance, edge control, and stride development
- Stick Skills – passing, puck handling, and shooting techniques
- Gameplay – team play, positioning, and on-ice awareness
In the Beast’s Lair, our coaches create an atmosphere where families feel welcomed, kids thrive, and every player is encouraged to be the Beast they can be. The pack starts here.
Ages
Learn to Beast, 8U development is open to players born in 2018, 2019, and 2020. Exceptions may be made for younger or older players based on skill level and coach evaluation.
When
Saturdays 4:45pm. June 13 - August 1.
Where
Ice sessions will be at the Ice chalet.
Practices
2025/2026 Season
Beastlings Academy
Home of the Mini Maulers
At Beastlings Academy, our mission is simple: Learn. Develop. Excel.
We foster a fun and engaging environment that introduces young players to the foundational skills of hockey, rooted in our core pillars and motto — Be the Beast You Can Be.
This is the entry point into our development pathway, designed as the official feeder program to Southeast Beast Travel Hockey.
Program Focus Areas:
Skating
* Emphasis on balance, edge control, and stride mechanics
* Fun races and relay-based agility drills
* Games that develop body awareness and movement
Stick Skills
* Introduction to stickhandling through obstacle courses
* Basic passing fundamentals with small group work
* Age-appropriate shooting mechanics and technique
Game Play Concepts
* Learning positioning and spacing through fun drills
* Mini games and scrimmages to teach real-game decision-making
* Emphasis on teamwork, communication, and basic systems (like pass and follow)
At Beastlings Academy, we believe that development starts with confidence, community, and fun. Every player is encouraged to Be the Beast You Can Be in an environment that’s both structured and high-energy.
Families are welcomed into The Beast’s Lair, where respect, support, and a shared passion for hockey set the tone for a truly meaningful start to every player’s journey.