The Science Of Hockey Is Now Open At Discovery Cube Los Angeles!

Discovery Cube Los Angeles opened The Science Of Hockey last week. This exhibit is inspired by our very own Stanley Cup Champions, The Los Angeles Kings. This attraction offers interactive learning focused on the science, math, and skills behind the sport of hockey. I happen to have huge hockey fans in this house, but you certainly don’t need to be to enjoy what this exhibit has to offer.

The Science of Hockey is a technically advanced exhibit where kids (big and small alike..wink wink) can get some hands on play. While attending the grand opening last week, I even set my purse down and played a few of these games.. I totally scored a goal on Virtual LA Kings goalie Jonathan Quick. I watched a lot of grown men try…and NOT score….just sayin’.

And of course the best part for me was a particular “Cup” that made its last scheduled appearance of the year…Mr Stanley. Yes I did. My husband could not believe I was going to see The Stanley Cup before he did. My husband has hockey in his DNA and Lord Stanley is a historic icon he’s always wanted to see. Sorry, Love…beat you to it :

Forget other men…this is the stuff that makes my husband jealous

Here’s a list of all the things you can expect from your visit to this exhibit:

You Be the Goalie / You Be the Shooter – Participants in this unique, in-the-game experience don a blocker and glove to try and stop pucks shot from virtual versions of LA Kings players Dustin Brown, Drew Doughty and Jeff Carter. If they choose to turn the tables, and take shots on LA Kings goalie Jonathan Quick in “You be the Shooter,” they are rewarded with instant speed and accuracy readings.

Penalty Box – Fans can help get an LA Kings player out of the penalty box and back on the ice by correctly answering a series of questions about the math and science surrounding the sport.

Zamboni Test Drive – Occupying the center of the Science of Hockey is a replica Zamboni offering guests the once-in-a-lifetime chance to climb aboard, turn the auger and get the feel of driving this iconic, ice-resurfacing machine. A scale replica of the STAPLES Center scoreboard overhead provides the perfect photo opportunity.

Suit Yourself – NHL hopefuls can use interactive touch screens to design their very own jerseys and then capture and add their own likeness before the highly personalized image is displayed on a large screen.

Equipment Lab – An interactive display allows guests to technically compare an old uniform and equipment to the modern, streamlined uniforms of today. Meanwhile, a display wall of equipment cut in cross-section and a series of videos demonstrate the equipment in action, force and power exchange dynamics, STOP program and safety tips.

Healthy Locker Room – Guests learn about training and nutrition by playing interactive games in this unique, technically advanced replica of the LA Kings locker room. Hands-on participatory consoles at each players’ locker provide memorable opportunities for individual and group play and discovery.

Skater Challenge – Intrepid skaters can follow Dustin Brown or LA Kings mascot Bailey around the ice to test their skating ability and speed. The faster the visitor skates, the faster the on-screen LA Kings player or mascot moves.

LA Kings Story – The culmination of the Science of Hockey experience is the LA Kings Story featuring great moments in LA Kings history, with storytelling supported by compelling, larger-than-life images, artifacts and video. A photo opportunity will allow fans to picture themselves holding the Stanley Cup.

The Science of Hockey is included in general admission to DCLA. Tickets to DCLA can be bought online at www.discoverycube.org/la/ or on campus. General admission prices are as follows: adult ($16.95), senior ($12.95), and children 3-14 ($12.95). Now through June 30th, there is special admission pricing of just $10 for everyone.