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Flyers Recess

Flyers Recess presented by Wegmans is, a free school assembly program aimed at getting elementary children interested in the game of hockey.

The program is an interactive game-show-style assembly where students will have the opportunity to learn more about hockey and The Philadelphia Flyers.

In addition to a school assembly, each school’s PE teacher will receive equipment and a manual so that they can launch a street hockey curriculum in their PE classes.

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Rookie Program

Learn to Play is a program that provides a unique opportunity for families to join the hockey community and for participants to develop fundamental skills to help them succeed both on and off the ice.

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Kids Club

Parents are invited to sign up their child/children ages 4-12 to be members of the Flyers Rookie Kids Club.
Members can cheer on our Philadelphia Flyers together while also having access to exclusive member events and merchandise.

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Score Big with STEM

Future Goals™ Family Resource Center is where you and your family face off with STEM concepts in hockey. In the following activities, you'll connect your skills to the game, learn new concepts, and put your STEM game to the test.

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Resources

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Activity 1

Sports & Science

Almost every aspect of sports involves science and math! Explore the impact they have on a variety of sports, from using angles to get your best hockey shot to using force in running.

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Activity 2

Hockey Basics & Beyond

A quick lesson on the basics of hockey, then go deeper into the science behind – or under -the players on the ice. See how ice temperature impacts a player’s performance!

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Activity 3

Freeze the Puck Experiment

Do you know why hockey pucks are kept frozen? You’ll use the scientific method to solve this problem. Try this experiment online, and then give it a try at home!

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Activity 4

Statistics in Sports

Almost every aspect of sports involves science and math! Explore the impact they have on a variety of sports, from using angles to get your best hockey shot to using force in running.

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Activity 5

Sports Careers...And STEM!

Players aren’t the only MVPs in sports. So many people make sports possible! Explore different careers in sports, and learn how STEM is part of each important role.

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Activity 6

Balancing Training Experiment

We all rely on our center of gravity to keep us balanced. Learn about its impact in different sports, and try an experiment in changing a center of gravity.

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Activity 7

Trivia Card Challenge

Are you a trivia pro? Play our card game and test your knowledge of both STEM and sports facts. Play again and try to beat your score, or challenge a family member!

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Help more students discover the excitement of connecting STEM to sports with Future Goals™ when you share via email or social media.

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