Okay, here’s my blog post about my “Exeter Hockey” experience, written in a casual, personal style, and using basic HTML tags:
So, I wanted to get into something new, something… active. I’d heard about this “Exeter Hockey” thing, figured I’d give it a shot. I mean, how hard could it be, right? Famous last words.
Gearing Up (Or Trying To)
First thing I did was, I went and checked out their schedule. I needed to get my plan together.
I’m thinking, “Okay, I need some gear.” So I started asking around.
Hitting the Ice (and the Wall)
Finally, I get myself to a rink. I’m feeling pretty good, all geared up, ready to go. Stepped onto the ice… and whoa. It’s way more slippery than it looks on TV, let me tell you.
I spent most of that first session either clinging to the boards or picking myself up off the ice. My ankles were killing me. My pride? Slightly bruised. But hey, I was out there, right?
Baby Steps (and a Lot of Wobbles)
I’m not gonna lie, it was rough at first. I fell down. A lot. But I kept at it. Each time, I got a little bit better at staying upright. I started to get the feel for the skates, the way you have to lean into turns, how to use your edges.
Small Victories
After a few weeks, I could actually skate without holding on! Huge win. Then I started practicing with a puck. That was a whole new level of awkward. Trying to control that little thing while also staying balanced? It felt impossible.
But, like with the skating, I slowly started to figure it out. I could do a little stickhandling, even managed to pass the puck to someone (without falling over!).
Still Learning, Still Loving It
I’m definitely no pro. I’m still wobbly sometimes, and my shots are more likely to miss the net than hit it. But I’m having a blast. There’s something really satisfying about pushing yourself, learning a new skill, and just getting out there and moving.
So, that’s my Exeter Hockey journey so far. It’s been challenging, frustrating, and incredibly fun. If you’re thinking about trying something new, I say go for it! You might surprise yourself.
