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					Originally Posted by 357  What age can he start playing ice hockey?
 
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 In my backyard they can start in leagues at 6, but "Start Smart" at 5.  My daughter has been skating since the age of 4 and will start the "Start Smart" program now(5).  Start Smart is like hockey practice with scrimmages for the kids....no designated teams.
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					Originally Posted by 357  What are the expected costs (ballpark)
 
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 Our Recreational Program's regular season(what would be considered standard hockey not travel, summer, 3-3 ect) is $300 + the USA Hockey Fee which is $40.    
Equipment can be had for what you want to spend.  I bet you could outfit a kid with used equipment from a skate swap, including a stick for under $50....or you could spend $1500+ on gear(though that level of pricing may be difficult to hit for a 5 year old 

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					Originally Posted by 357  Should I start him out in floor or roller hockey first?
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 I don't see a reason to do this....  Though I have never even played roller hockey.........