Founded in 1999, the Washington Ice Dogs special hockey program gives people with developmental disabilities the opportunity to play ice hockey.

Weekly practices help players of all ages and abilities the develop social, physical and behavioral skills while also providing an inclusive and positive environment to build confidence and independence.

Player experiences on the ice have proven to translate to improved accomplishments at work, school, and in the community.

Our players range in age from as young as 5 years old to 40. We have three groups for players, A for more advanced, B for intermediate, C for those learning hockey skills as well as a Learn to Skate group. Volunteer coaches and youth mentors provide on-ice support. We provide 1:1 on-ice support to our beginners.

Practice is Saturday mornings from October through February. There are optional opportunities each season to travel to tournaments and play games against other special hockey teams.