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I may be old school, but it is my belief that in order to improve any skill, we must get back to the basics with the emphasis on time and quality repetition. Hockey players cannot develop and enhance their skill level by playing games or being "selected" for the next elite league. There is no system of play that can overcome improper skating technique, inaccurate passing or shooting, or inferior stick handling. Key point: structured skill development is necessary for continuous improvement.
It’s crazy to think we can develop highly skilled players when the game to practice ratio is unbalanced in favor of games. It’s even more ridiculous to believe that players will become highly skilled when more often than not the coaches teaching the players have little if any significant hockey experience, and no teaching format for proper skill development.
As players get older, coaches may sometimes set aside all skill development for "system oriented practices" believing their kids are beyond continued skill development. This is contrary to what even college level and professional coaches work into their practice time! Simply put – skill development is continuous no matter the level of the player.
There are no shortcuts when it comes to developing hockey skills. The foundation has to come first and must be continually improved upon throughout a skater’s career. Drills are not enough. One has to be shown how to execute the finest detail of a skill and then continually perform those skills fundamentally correct. Proper training focusing on technique and form is essential for players to become fast, powerful, quick and efficient skaters.
It is our belief that in order to improve any skill, we must provide two essential elements: time and quality repetition. We are more than just a two-week hockey school; we seek the committed player who wants to improve their skills and the speed at which they perform them. We believe in teaching the work ethic necessary to get results. We show each player how to get stronger and faster on the ice and through dry land training. We work hard and have fun doing it!
When you combine hockey-specificity with an intense work ethic, you will enjoy the benefits of what I see every summer - players who make more improvement in 3 months than they do the rest of the year combined.