When speaking with coaches about the biggest development challenge in U15 and U16 Rep and AA hockey, one issue stands out above all others: body checking. The ability to effectively give and receive contact is a game-changer, and many families have asked for specialized training to help their players excel in full-contact hockey.
To address this critical need, we are offering an intensive 10-session Checking Training Program designed to progressively build up to full body contact. The program will cover:
- Essential skating techniques for safe and effective checking
- Positioning & angling to gain an advantage
- Stick checks & contact confidence to stay in control
- Full body checking in the final four sessions—focused on separating the opponent from the puck, not on maximum impact
- 2012-2011 born players moving into U15 next season (before the U15 AA ID Camp starting May 16th)
- 2010 born players are also welcome but note a schedule conflict with the U16 AA ID Camp on the final weekend
- Players intending to play AA, Tier 1, 2, or 3 next season (full contact hockey)
All sessions will be led by professional guest coaches, including Cam Brodie, Trevor Elias, and Darcy Campbell, with support from Association Coaches.
Spring Checking Intensive - 2012 Born Players
Spring Checking Intensive - 2010 & 2011 Born Players
Space is limited—don’t miss this crucial opportunity to build confidence and skill in full-contact hockey! If you have any questions, reply to this email.
Register now so you don't miss out. Space is limited and the first session begins Saturday April 5th.
Schedule
Skate | Date | Day | Start | End | Facility |
1 | 2025-04-05 | Saturday | 4:00:00 PM | 5:00:00 PM | Arenas - Totem 3 |
2 | 2025-04-05 | Saturday | 5:15:00 PM | 6:15:00 PM | Arenas - Totem 3 |
3 | 2025-04-06 | Sunday | 12:30:00 PM | 1:30:00 PM | Arenas - Totem 2 |
4 | 2025-04-06 | Sunday | 1:45:00 PM | 2:45:00 PM | Arenas - Totem 2 |
5 | 2025-04-26 | Saturday | 6:30:00 PM | 7:30:00 PM | Arenas - Totem 3 |
6 | 2025-04-27 | Sunday | 2:15:00 PM | 3:15:00 PM | Arenas - Cochrane Arena |
7 | 2025-05-03 | Saturday | 5:15:00 PM | 6:15:00 PM | Arenas - Totem 3 |
8 | 2025-05-03 | Saturday | 6:30:00 PM | 7:30:00 PM | Arenas - Totem 3 |
9 | 2025-05-04 | Sunday | 3:30:00 PM | 4:30:00 PM | Arenas - Totem 2 |
10 | 2025-05-04 | Sunday | 4:45:00 PM | 5:45:00 PM | Arenas - Totem 2 |
U13 AA JR CHAOS SPRING ID CAMP
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