Thunder Central
Date Updated: 10/6/2026
Start Here / Quick Links
🏒 Register for Hockey:https://www.viroquathunder.org/register (Registration for all programs, including Learn to Skate & Try Hockey for Free)
📱 Crossbar: https://www.viroquathunder.org/ (Click the Crossbar logo in the upper right)
👥 Members-Only Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vahamembers
🙋 Volunteer Sign-Ups: see below
💰 Fundraising: see below
📅 VAHA Calendar: see Crossbar for team specifics or rink schedule: https://www.viroquathunder.org/schedule
🧤 Equipment Information: https://www.viroquathunder.org/parent-resources/equipment-rentals/189046
📋 Board & Contact Information: https://www.viroquathunder.org/about/contacts/92567
Welcome to Thunder Central
Thunder Central is your one-stop destination for the latest news, events, volunteer opportunities, fundraising activities, important dates, and association updates from the Viroqua Area Hockey Association.
Our goal is to make it easier for families to stay informed by providing a central location for the information you need most. Rather than searching through emails, social media posts, or announcements, you'll be able to find current updates, upcoming opportunities, and important reminders right here.
As our association continues to grow, we hope Thunder Central becomes the first place families visit to learn what's happening, discover ways to get involved, and stay connected with the Thunder community.
Be sure to check back often, as this page will be updated regularly throughout the season with new information, volunteer opportunities, fundraising events, registration reminders, and more.
Thank you for being part of the Thunder family. Together, we're building a stronger hockey community for our players and families.
Go Thunder!
🚨 ACTION ITEMS
🏒 2026–27 HOCKEY REGISTRATION
Registration is open! Get your player registered for the 2026–27 Viroqua Area Hockey season.
➡️ REGISTER HERE:
https://www.viroquathunder.org/register
🏒 TRY HOCKEY FOR FREE
Know a child who wants to give hockey a try? Join us Sunday, October 11 for a FREE introduction to hockey!
No hockey or skating experience is needed, and equipment is available.
👧 Girls: 1:30–2:30 PM
👦 Boys: 3:30–4:30 PM
📍 Viroqua Community Arena
➡️ LEARN MORE & REGISTER:
https://www.viroquathunder.org/program/try-hockey-for-free/25832
⛸️ GPS POWER SKATING CLINIC
GPS Power Skating is coming to Viroqua October 16–18!
The clinic includes multiple on-ice sessions throughout the weekend, with groups organized by age and skill level.
💲 $150 per skater
🏒 Full hockey equipment required
Registered skaters should check the current VAHA schedule for their finalized group times. GPS may move individual skaters between groups based on ability and skill level to provide the best development experience.
➡️ REGISTER HERE:
https://www.viroquathunder.org/program/gps-power-skating-clinic/35748
🚗 KWIK TRIP CAR WASH CARDS
Car wash cards are still available!
VAHA families who sell 5 sets of 10 cards, 50 cards total, earn one FREE hour of ice time.
Contact Pam to arrange pickup, or ask her when you see her at the arena.
📧 pam.soltau@viroquathunder.org
📞 (608) 637-8661
🎟️ FUN NIGHT
Save the date for the 2026 Annual Fun Night!
📅 Saturday, November 14
⏰ 6:00–10:00 PM
📍 Eagles Clubroom
🎟️ Tickets: $50
Fun Night is open to the entire community and includes dinner, raffles, a live auction, drinks and more.
Need additional tickets? Contact Pam.
📧 pam.soltau@viroquathunder.org
📞 (608) 637-8661
📅 Important Dates
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Oct. 7 | Try Hockey for Free Equipment Handout, 4:006:00 PM |
| Oct. 9 | Fall Ice Begins |
| Oct. 11 | Try Hockey for Free: Girls 1:302:30 PM / Boys 3:304:30 PM |
| Oct. 12 | Team Practices Begin |
| Oct. 1618 | GPS Power Skating Clinic |
| Oct. 2122 | Squirt Evaluations* |
| Nov. 14 | Annual Fun Night, 6:0010:00 PM |
| Dec. 5 | Learn to Skate Begins, 8:309:30 AM |
| Dec. 12 | Learn to Skate, 8:309:30 AM |
| Dec. 19 | Learn to Skate, 8:309:30 AM |
| Jan. 9 | Learn to Skate, 8:309:30 AM |
| Jan. 16 | Learn to Skate, 8:309:30 AM |
| Jan. 23 | Learn to Skate, 8:309:30 AM |
| Jan. 30 | Learn to Skate, 8:309:30 AM |
| Feb. 6 | Learn to Skate, 8:309:30 AM |
| * Pending confirmation |
🙋 Volunteer Opportunities
🏒 Board Corner
What the Board is Working On
- 2026–27 Season Kickoff & Team Coordination
- Growing Youth Hockey Participation
- Try Hockey for Free & New Player Recruitment
- Player Development & GPS Power Skating Clinic
- U14 Girls Recruitment & Player Assistance Opportunities
- Coaching & Volunteer Coordination
- Fun Night Planning & Fundraising
- Sponsorships & Community Partnerships
- Equipment & Facility Improvements
- Long-Term Facility & Association Planning
- 2028 U12 Silver State Tournament Planning
BIG NEWS, THUNDER FAMILIES!
Viroqua has been selected to host the 2028 Girls 12U Silver State Tournament!
March 4–5, 2028
Viroqua Community Arena
We'll be welcoming teams from across Wisconsin to Viroqua for a full weekend of State Tournament hockey!
This is an exciting opportunity for our association, our arena, and our community. We can't wait to show everyone what Thunder hospitality looks like!
Save the date — more information and volunteer opportunities will be shared as we get closer.
GO THUNDER! ⚡🏒💙