One of my kids started later, I think 9 or 10, maybe 11. I helped out coaching because they were nervous, but I had 4 or 5 years coaching experience by then, it was more about making them comfortable.
Ice time is good, like lots of people mentioned. But I would say the more you can get on ice with them the better.
Enjoy it!!!
And hopefully your kid enjoys it as well. If they are having fun (and you as well) it will be an awesome experience. They will improve with time on the ice, but they will improve more if they are having fun.
Take it in, these can be some of the funnest years of their lives! Try not to put any pressure on them. Every kid is different, and will learn and progress at a different pace. My kid who started late is now playing at the highest level of hockey. But it really is just about having fun, meeting lifelong friends, and getting some good exercise and great experiences.
Best of luck!!
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