About  WAYHA

The Waupaca Area Youth Hockey Association is a volunteer organization who's home is located at the Waupaca EXPO Center found at 187 Grand Seasons Drive, Waupaca, WI 54981 (intersection of Highways 10 & 54).   

WAYHA prides itself in serving to the young people and families of Waupaca and its surrounding communities.  The WAYHA organization has worked hard to ensure that every individual in Waupaca and the neighboring communities have the chance to participate in hockey.  We accomplish this by:

  • Establishing teams for all age groups and skill levels.

  • Providing affordable registration fees and equipment rentals.

  • Conducting fundraising events throughout the year including community events to offset large increases in fees.

  • Having families volunteer a small portion of their time at the rink to control costs (e.g. coaching, cleaning, concessions, etc.)

WAYHA's strong tradition of success is a result of the efforts and support from the hockey participants, coaches, families, and surrounding businesses.  Our objective is clear as ice:  Learn about hockey, play hockey, and have fun in hockey.

Consider joining the WAYHA family today!

Hockey for All Ages!

Our knowledgeable and experienced coaching staff has developed programs for boys and girls at all levels:

Learn to Skate Program (FREE)
For beginner skaters (ages 3-6).  Free rentals available.

Rink Rats
Age 7 years and younger.  Free rentals for equipment and no volunteer hours required for 1st year skaters.

Mites
Players age 8 years and under on or before December 31 of the hockey season in which they wish to play. WAYHA stresses building on skating fundamentals and has developed an "in-house" league to maximize skaters ice time and help build the skater's confidence.  Minimal travel. 

Squirts
Players age 10 years and under on or before December 31 of the hockey season in which they wish to play.  Program focuses on skills development.  Some tournament travel.

PeeWees
Players age 12 years and under on or before December 31 of the hockey season in which they wish to play. Focuses on position and skills sharpening.  Checking begins at this level.  Weekend travel.

Bantams
Players age 14 years and under on or before December 31 of the hockey season in which they wish to play.  Emphasis on enhancing skills, proper positioning, and teamwork.  Moderate travel.

Girls
6th graders or older.  Program focuses on skills development.  Some tournament travel.

Adult Hockey
Men's and CO-ED leagues.