Youth Programs

Hockey, Golf, Jiu-Jitsu

Junior Hockey Program

The Coeur d’Alene (CDA) Junior Hockey Program

based in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, is a youth hockey organization offering development and competitive opportunities for young hockey players in the region. Known for its high standards, the CDA Jr. Hockey Program aims to develop players’ skills, sportsmanship, and passion for hockey, offering various programs for different age groups and skill levels.

The CDA Jr. Hockey Program is community-oriented and often partners with local organizations for events, outreach, and fundraising. It aims to instill values of teamwork, discipline, respect, and sportsmanship in its players.

The CDA Jr. Hockey Program hosts and participates in various local and regional tournaments. These tournaments provide players with the chance to test their skills against teams from different areas, enhancing their competitive experience.

Learn-to-Play and Development Programs: These beginner programs are typically offered for the youngest players, introducing them to the basics of hockey, skating skills, and game fundamentals in a fun, supportive environment.
Recreational Leagues: These leagues are for players who want to enjoy competitive hockey without a major travel commitment. They balance skill development with game experience.
Travel Teams: The program’s travel teams, often known as “Coeur d’Alene Jr. Thunder” or similar names, are more competitive, with players selected through tryouts. These teams play against other regional teams and participate in tournaments throughout Idaho, Washington, and beyond.

Junior Golf Program

The Coeur d’Alene (CDA) Junior Golf Program

is a popular youth golf development program based in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. This program is designed to introduce young players to the game of golf and foster skill development, sportsmanship, and a lifelong love of the game. Coeur d’Alene is known for its beautiful golf courses, including the world-renowned Coeur d’Alene Resort Golf Course, providing young golfers with exceptional learning environments.

The CDA Junior Golf Program offers tiered programs suited to different age groups and skill levels. Young players, from beginners to more advanced junior golfers, can find programs tailored to their abilities.

Programs often range from introductory clinics, which focus on basic golf techniques, to more advanced training sessions designed to improve specific skills like driving, putting, and course management.

Summer is an especially active time for CDA’s junior golfers, with a variety of golf camps and clinics offered. These multi-day or week-long programs provide intensive instruction and are popular for their combination of skill-building, games, and fun activities.

Many camps focus on not only the mechanics of golf but also on fitness, strategy, and mental skills, helping juniors become well-rounded players.

Junior Jiu-jitsu Program

Jiu-Jitsu provides an excellent workout that builds strength, flexibility, balance, and endurance. This conditioning helps kids improve coordination and physical fitness while also boosting mental resilience.

Many programs include mental exercises focused on focus, discipline, and patience, helping kids learn to stay calm under pressure, handle defeat gracefully, and develop perseverance.

The CDA Junior Jiu-Jitsu Program places strong emphasis on respect for instructors, peers, and the art itself. Etiquette, such as bowing upon entering the mat, listening respectfully, and showing gratitude, are woven into each class.

The program helps foster discipline, with instructors encouraging students to set goals, practice regularly, and progress through the ranks at a steady pace.

Joining the CDA Junior Jiu-Jitsu Program is a popular choice for parents and young athletes who want a sport that combines physical fitness with life skills and character development. For those interested, the program typically has enrollment periods with options for trying introductory classes.

Families are often encouraged to be a part of their child’s Jiu-Jitsu journey. Some programs invite parents to attend classes, cheer for their children in tournaments, and participate in community events. Parents sometimes even join adult classes, creating a shared family interest in BJJ.

For kids who develop a strong interest in BJJ, the CDA Junior Jiu-Jitsu Program can provide a path for continued training and potential coaching opportunities as they advance.

Students who grow in the program may go on to compete in higher levels or become assistant instructors, giving back to the community while continuing to grow personally.