Hockey Initiation
Our newest program for the beginner! A fun introduction to the ice, wearing equipment, and starting to play hockey. Children will be taught on a progressive scale beginning with balance and movement on the ice. Parents are encouraged to participate in the first few sessions. This is a fun program for the younger ones who are just starting to skate and want to play hockey.
For more details about our Hockey Initiation program, please download our brochure.
The Hockey Initiation program is on hold for now. Contact Corey for details.
Cost: $200 +GST
Starts: June 15, 2008 (9 Weeks)
Times: Sundays 5-6pm (***Moved to run in conjunction with the Mini 3vs3***)
Defense
This is a learning program for players of all ages with an emphasis solely on defensemen skills and theory. We will have a one-hour off-ice video session to explain the various elements of playing Defence followed by an hour-long session where players apply the lessons. In this age of "no tolerance hockey" teams are in desperate need of defensemen who know their position well and have the necessary fundamentals to control their attacker; therefore, skating will be a core part of our program. Blueline shooting and one- timers will be examined in detail, teaching defensemen to walk the line, shooting for deflections and through screens. Breakout and neutral zone passing will be covered, as well as corner escapes and evasive manoeuvres to elude fore checkers. Theory about gap control, staying on the defensive side of pile-ups and clearing the front of the net will be explained. Various rush scenarios will also be explored (3-on-2, 2-on-2, 2-on-1, and 1-on-1) and touch on ways to jump into the offence. This program is a must for defensemen.
The Defense program is on hold for now. Contact Corey for details.
Cost: $125 +GST
Clinic 1: June 7-8, 2008
Clinic 2: August 16-17, 2008
Times (for both clinics):
Ages 7-11: 11am-12pm Video; 12-1pm Ice
Ages 12-15: 1-2pm Ice; 2-3pm Video
Body Checking
This clinic is designed to make your son aware of the physical game around him. He will learn the proper way to give and receive a body check in all game situations, keeping within the limitations of the rules. There will be instruction on angles and various types of hitting with a concentration on acceleration through the opponent. Players will be paired with someone of the same size and skill level. Whether learning the basic "how to's" or perfecting an already strong physical presence, this program will be help. This program is a safety must for all players going into full contact hockey. This program is perfect for team training!
See our Team Instruction page for prices and booking details.
