SKILL DEVELOPMENT

The main focus for each program at Varsity Hockey is skill Development. Developing skills correctly with speed, precision, strength, balance, and athleticism is our ultimate goal. Each program is developed and created in a way that will produce excellent habits. For our skills sessions we want to create excellent practice habits that can be carried over into competition. This doesn’t mean players will not fail, as a matter of fact players and parents should expect to fail, but they will learn from their failures. This statement is important for skill development. Failing is okay, and actually is encouraged when it comes to developing skills. When we fail we need to correct our technique and try again. Some times we need to slow the skill down to complete it correctly, and once we successfully produce the intended task, we will increase the speed and difficulty, then we will repeat over and over again.

Varsity Hockey also offer programs at ScotiaBank Pond in Toronto. Click here to find out more.



 SKATING CLINICS (Fall/Winter Training)

  •  Power Skating & Skills Clinics (OPEN Program - 7:1 Ratio)

    This Power Skating & Skills Clinic is an OPEN program that is designed to develop skating and puck handling skills for ALL CALIBER level players and will focus on training proper mechanics towards combining the speed and skill that will be applied to in-game situations

    The weekly ‘Lesson Plan’ will include the following areas of development:
    • Skating Efficiency and Edge Control
    • Puck Handling Fundamentals
    • Stopping and Crossovers for balanced transitions with and without the Puck
    • Controlled Stick Handling while skating

    Clinics can be registered in 8 week long programs and will be delivered from a 50 minute Lesson Plan to provide skill specific repetition necessary for technical improvement.

    POWER SKATING & SKILLS DATES & TIMES
    The training sessions are booked on Pre-Scheduled Dates and Times once per week for a 50-minute on-ice session over a 8-Week Training Cycle.

    Program 2 Availability:
    Program (2) – 8 Sunday’s
    November 24
    December 1, 8, 15 (no class December 22, 29 for Holiday Break)
    January 5, 12, 19, 26 

    Sundays: Program 2 Details
    ALL CALIBER Level Players: 2018/17/16 Born Players – Sundays: 4:00 pm (11 Spots Available)
    ALL CALIBER Level Players: 2015 & Earlier Born Players – Sundays: 5:00 pm (14 Spots Available)

    The Fall/Winter Clinic schedule spans over 24 weeks of the season and can be registered in THREE (3) separate 8-Week Training Cycles.

    305 + HST

    Program 1 - From Sep 22, 2024 to Nov 17, 2024
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    Program 2 - From Nov 24, 2024 to Jan 26, 2025
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    Program 3 - From Feb 2, 2025 to Mar 23, 2025
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    •  Power Skating & Skills Clinics (REP Program - 6:1 Ratio)

      This Power Skating & Skills Clinic is a REP program that is designed to develop skating and puck handling skills for ADVANCED level players and will focus on training proper mechanics towards combining the speed and skill that will be applied to in-game situations.

      The weekly ‘Lesson Plan’ will include the following areas of development:

      • First Step Speed and Explosive Acceleration
      • Agility & Quickness
      • Power, Speed and Dynamic Balance
      • Stopping & Crossovers for Speed with the Puck
      • Dynamic Puck Handling with Maximum Skating Efficiency and Edge Control

      Clinics can be registered in 8 week long programs and will be delivered from a 50 minute Lesson Plan to provide skill specific repetition necessary for technical improvement.

      POWER SKATING & SKILLS DATES & TIMES
      The training sessions are booked on Pre-Scheduled Date and Time once per week for a 50-minute on-ice session over an 8-Week Training Cycle.

      Program 2 Availability:
      Program (2) – 8 Sunday’s
      November 24
      December 1, 8, 15 (no class December 22, 29 for Holiday Break)
      January 5, 12, 19, 26 

      A, AA, AAA Level Players: 2016 Born Players & Older – Sundays: 3:00pm (11 Spots Available)

      The Fall/Winter Clinic schedule spans over 24 weeks of the season and can be registered in THREE (3) separate 8-Week Training Cycles.

      320 + HST

      Program 1 - From Sep 22, 2024 to Nov 17, 2024
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      Program 2 - From Nov 24, 2024 to Jan 26, 2025
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      Program 3 - From Feb 2, 2025 to Mar 23, 2025
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      •  Learn to Play Clinics (BEGINNER Program - 5:1 Ratio)

        This Learn to Play Clinic is a BEGINNER program that is designed to introduce skating and puck handling skills to NOVICE Level players who are just starting hockey and will be delivered in a fun and encouraging training environment.

        The weekly ‘Lesson Plan’ will include the following areas of development:

        • Fundamental Skating Skills
        • Basic Puck Handling Skills
        • Mini-Hockey games

        Clinics can be registered in 12 week long programs and will be delivered from a 1 hour Lesson Plan to provide a fun and safe environment.

        LEARN TO PLAY CLINIC DATES & TIMES
        The training sessions are booked on Pre-Scheduled Date and Time once per week for a 50-minute on-ice session over a 12-Week Training Cycle.

        Program (1) – 12 Sunday’s
        September 22, 29
        October 6, 20, 27 (no class October 13 for Thanksgiving)
        November 3, 10, 17, 24
        December 1, 8, 15 

        NOVICE Level Player: 4, 5, 6 Years Old – Sundays: 2:00pm

        375 + HST

        Program 1 - From Sep 22, 2024 to Dec 15, 2024
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        Program 2 - From Jan 5, 2025 to Mar 23, 2025
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       SHOOTING CLINICS (Fall/Winter Training)

      •  Shooting Clinics - Friday Program (Group Circuit- 7:2 Ratio)

        The Shooting Clinics are designed to develop the shooting skills that will improve a player’s mechanics and balance required to efficiently and effectively release a shot with accuracy.

        The program syllabus will address the fundamentals of specific Shooting Techniques along with stick handling & deking necessary prior to release. These basic skills will be improved through correct repetition of the mechanics within a circuit training format.

        The weekly ‘Lesson Plan’ will include the following areas of development:

        Shooting Techniques
        • Wrist shot
        • Slap shot
        • Snap shot
        • Backhand shot
        • Quick Release

        Stick Handling & Deking
        • Wrist agility
        • Hand Speed
        • Puck to Body position
        • Weight Shift for Balance

        Clinics can be registered in 8 week long programs and will be delivered from a 50 minute Lesson Plan to provide skill specific repetition necessary for technical improvement.

        SHOOTING CLINIC DATES & TIMES
        The training sessions are booked on Pre-Scheduled Date and Time once per week for a 50-minute on-ice session over an 8-Week Training Cycle.

        Dates:
        Program 2 – 8 Fridays
        November 22, 29
        December 6, 13, 20, (No Class December 27 or January 3 for Holiday Break)
        January 10, 17, 24

        Program 2 Availability:
        ALL CALIBER Level Players: 2018/17 Born Skaters – 5:40 pm (7 Spots Available)
        ALL CALIBER Level Players: 2016/15 Born Skaters – 6:40 pm (7 Spots Available)
        ALL CALIBER Level Players: 2014/13 Born Skaters – 7:40 pm (7 Spots Available)
        ALL CALIBER Level Players: 2012 & Older Born Skaters – 8:40 pm (7 Spots Available)

        The Spring/Summer Clinic schedule spans over 24 weeks of the season and can be registered in THREE (3) separate 8-Week Training Cycles.

        350 + HST

        Shooting Program 1 - From Sep 27, 2024 to Nov 15, 2024
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        Shooting Program 2 - From Nov 22, 2024 to Jan 24, 2025
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        Shooting Program 3 - From Jan 31, 2025 to Mar 21, 2025
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        •  Shooting Clinics - Sunday Program (Group Circuit- 7:2 Ratio)

          The Shooting Clinics are designed to develop the shooting skills that will improve a player’s mechanics and balance required to efficiently and effectively release a shot with accuracy.

          The program syllabus will address the fundamentals of specific Shooting Techniques along with stick handling & deking necessary prior to release. These basic skills will be improved through correct repetition of the mechanics within a circuit training format.

          The weekly ‘Lesson Plan’ will include the following areas of development:

          Shooting Techniques
          • Wrist shot
          • Slap shot
          • Snap shot
          • Backhand shot
          • Quick Release

          Stick Handling & Deking
          • Wrist agility
          • Hand Speed
          • Puck to Body position
          • Weight Shift for Balance

          Clinics can be registered in 8 week long programs and will be delivered from a 50 minute Lesson Plan to provide skill specific repetition necessary for technical improvement.

          SHOOTING CLINIC DATES & TIMES
          The training sessions are booked on Pre-Scheduled Date and Time once per week for a 50-minute on-ice session over an 8-Week Training Cycle.

          Dates:
          Program 2 – 8 Fridays
          November 24
          December 1, 8, 15, (No Class December 22, 29 for Holiday Break)
          January 5, 12, 19, 26

          Program 1 Availability:
          ALL CALIBER Level Players: 2018/17/16 Born Skaters – 5:00 pm (FULL!!!)
          ALL CALIBER Level Players: 2015 & Older Born Skaters – 6:00 pm (5 Spots Available)

          The Spring/Summer Clinic schedule spans over 24 weeks of the season and can be registered in THREE (3) separate 8-Week Training Cycles.

          350 + HST

          Shooting Program 1 - From Sep 22, 2024 to Nov 17, 2024
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          Shooting Program 2 - From Nov 24, 2024 to Jan 26, 2025
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          Shooting Program 3 - From Feb 2, 2025 to Mar 23, 2025
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          •  PRIVATE SHOOTING Lessons (1:1 Ratio)

            The PRIVATE SHOOTING sessions program is a One-on-One session that would initially involve all aspects of the student’s shooting skills to assess the mechanics and balance required to efficiently and effectively release a shot with accuracy.

            The progression of the lessons would be designed based on the development needs demonstrated by the student with the objective of improving specific Shooting Techniques along with Stick Handling & Deking skills necessary prior to release.

            The Private Shooting lesson would address development needs in the following areas:

            Shooting Techniques

            Wrist shot
            Slap shot
            Snap shot
            Backhand shot
            Quick Release

            Stick Handling & Deking

            Wrist agility
            Hand Speed
            Puck to Body position
            Weight Shift for Balance

            BOOKING INFORMATION

            Sessions can be customized in 1 Hour or 30 minute sessions

            Sessions can be registered in 5 or 10 Private Lesson packages or on a Pay-As-You-Go booking.

            Sessions are booked based on availability of ice and instructor.

            Contact our experienced staff to inquire about booking your private session and package rates





            •  SEMI-PRIVATE SHOOTING Lessons (2:1 Ratio)

              The PRIVATE SHOOTING sessions program is a One-on-One session that would initially involve all aspects of the student’s shooting skills to assess the mechanics and balance required to efficiently and effectively release a shot with accuracy.

              The progression of the lessons would be designed based on the development needs demonstrated by the student with the objective of improving specific Shooting Techniques along with Stick Handling & Deking skills necessary prior to release.

              The Private Shooting lesson would address development needs in the following areas:

              Shooting Techniques

              Wrist Shot

              Slap Shot

              Snap Shot

              Backhand Shot

              Quick Release Shots

              Stick Handling & Deking

              Wrist agility

              Hand speed

              Puck to Body position

              Weight Shift for Balance

              BOOKING INFORMATION

              Sessions can be customized in 60 min or 30 minute sessions

              Sessions can be registered in 5 or 10 Private Lesson packages or on a Pay-As-You-Go booking.

              Sessions are booked based on availability of ice and instructor.

              Contact our experienced staff to inquire about booking your private session and package rates





             Port Credit Skating & Skills Program

            •  Port Credit Skating & Skills Program

              This Port Credit Skating & Skills Program is only for members registered in the Port Credit Minor Hockey Association for this season.

              The purpose of this program is for players to work on all of their skills and further develop their power skating, puck skills and shooting ability.

              Each class players will have the opportunity to work on their skating and edge control. We will work on all different types of skating as the year progresses. When breaking up into smaller groups, players will have the opportunity to work in a smaller group setting with the instructor to further develop their puck skills and their shooting skills.

              PROGRAM TRAINING DATES & TIMES:
              2017, 2016 Born Skaters: 8:15 – 9:45 AM (8 Sessions)
              October: 19,
              November: 2, 23,
              December: 21,
              January: 18,
              February: 1, 15,
              March: 1

              2015, 2014, 2013 Born Skaters: 8:15 – 9:45 AM (8 Sessions)
              October: 26,
              November: 16,
              December: 14,
              January: 4, 25,
              February: 8, 22,
              March: 8

              Location: Paramount Fine Foods Centre
              5500 Rose Cherry Place

              PLAYERS BORN IN: 2017/2016: 8:15 – 9:45 AM (24 Spots Available)
              PLAYERS BORN IN: 2015/2014/2013/2012: 8:15 – 9:45 AM (24 Spots Available)

              300 + HST

              Port Credit Skating & Skills (2017/16 Group) - From Oct 19, 2024 to Mar 1, 2025
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              Port Credit Skating & Skills (2015/14/13/12 Group) - From Oct 26, 2024 to Mar 8, 2025
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             PRIVATE SESSIONS

            •  PRIVATE Lessons (1:1 Ratio)

              The PRIVATE sessions program is One-on-One instruction that will provide close personal training.

              Initial lessons would challenge all aspects of the student’s current skill level with the objective of identifying and improving observed weaknesses.

              The progression of the lessons would be designed based on the development needs demonstrated by the student in the specific areas of Skating, Stick Handling and Shooting skills that will improve the skill execution and bring consistency to their in game performance

              BOOKING INFORMATION

              Sessions can be customized in 60 min or 30 minute sessions

              Private session bookings can also be made for Rink 2 (Shooting Pad) at a reduced price.

              Private Lessons can be registered in 5 or 10 Private Lesson packages or on a Pay-As-You-Go booking.

              Shooting Sessions are booked based on availability of ice and instructor.

              Contact our experience staff to inquire about booking your private session and package rates

              Pricing
              Rink 1
              $220 for 1 Hour with 1 Skater
              $120 for 30 Mins with 1 Skater

              Rink 2
              $175 for 1 Hour with 1 Skater
              $100 for 30 Mins with 1 Skater

              Discount Options
              Rink 1
              Package of 5: $1,025
              Package of 10: $1,850

              Rink 2
              Package of 5: $800
              Package of 10: $1,550





              •  SEMI-PRIVATE Lessons (2:1 Ratio)

                The SEMI-PRIVATE sessions program is One-on-Two instruction that will provide close personal training.

                Initial lessons would challenge all aspects of the student’s current skill level with the objective of identifying and improving observed weaknesses.

                The progression of the lessons would be designed based on the development needs demonstrated by the student in the specific areas of Skating, Stick Handling and Shooting skills that will improve the skill execution and bring consistency to their in game performance

                BOOKING INFORMATION

                Sessions can be customized in 60 min or 30 minute sessions

                Private session bookings can also be made for Rink 2 (Shooting Pad) at a reduced price.

                The customer will be required to provide 2 (two) players for the private sessions and they should ideally be similar in ability

                Sessions can be customized in 60 min or 30 minute sessions

                Private Lessons can be registered in 5 or 10 Private Lesson packages or on a Pay-As-You-Go booking.

                Shooting Sessions are booked based on availability of ice and instructor.

                Contact our experience staff to inquire about booking your private session and package rates

                Discount Options

                Rink 1
                Package of 5: $500 Each Player
                Package of 10: $950 Each Player

                Rink 2
                Package of 5: $425 Each Player
                Package of 10: $800 Each Player





                •  GROUP-PRIVATE Lessons (Small Group Ratio)

                  The GROUP-PRIVATE sessions program is Small Group instruction that will provide fundamental skill development.

                  Lesson plans will be designed based on the development needs in the specific areas of Skating, Stick Handling and Shooting skills that will improve the skill execution and bring consistency to their in game performance

                  GROUP-PRIVATE SYLLABUS

                  First Step Speed and Explosive Acceleration
                  Agility & Quickness
                  Power, Speed and Dynamic Balance
                  Stopping & Crossovers for Speed with the Puck
                  Dynamic Puck Handling with Maximum Skating Efficiency and Edge Control

                  BOOKING INFORMATION

                  Sessions can be customized in 60 min or 30 minute sessions

                  Private session bookings can also be made for Rink 2 (Shooting Pad) at a reduced price with a maximum of 5 players.

                  Sessions can be customized in 60 min or 30 minute sessions

                  Group Private Sessions are booked based on availability of ice and instructor.

                  Contact our experience staff to inquire about booking your private session and package rates

                  Group Rates

                  Rink 1
                  2 Skaters: $115 Each Player
                  3 Skaters: $85 Each Player
                  4 Skaters: $65 Each Player
                  5 Skaters: $55 Each Player
                  6 Skaters: $50 Each Player

                  Rink 2
                  2 Skaters: $90 Each Player
                  3 Skaters: $65 Each Player
                  4 Skaters: $55 Each Player
                  5 Skaters: $45 Each Player
                  6 Skaters: $40 Each Player





                 GOALIE PROGRAMS

                 AA/AAA Skill Development Program

                •  AA/AAA Skill Development Program

                  Stay sharp throughout the season with our AA and AAA skill development programs. An hour on the ice filled with fast paced drills working on skating, passing, puck handling and game like scenarios paired with an hour off-ice working on maintaining strength and conditioning throughout the season.

                  Head On and Off-Ice Instructor, Chad MacMillan will run a fast paced program for players born in 2008, 2009 and 2010 looking to keep their skills sharp throughout the season.

                  Dates and Times:

                  Jan 13th, Paramount Fine Foods, 8:15 PM to 9:15 PM
                  Jan 14th – Iceland, 5:15 PM to 6:15 PM
                  Jan 20th – Paramount Fine Foods, 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
                  Jan 21st – Erin Mills Twin Arena, 6:15 PM to 7:15 PM
                  Feb 3rd – Burnhamthorpe CC, 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
                  Feb 4th – Burnhamthorpe CC, 7:45 PM to 8:45 PM
                  March 3rd – Varsity Training Centre, 9 PM to 10 PM
                  March 9th – Erin Mills Twin Arena, 7:45 to 8:45 PM
                  March 10th – Erin Mills Twin Arena, 6:30 to 7:30 PM
                  April 2nd, 4th, 9th, 11th, 16th, 18th, 23rd, 25th,  – Varsity Training Centre
                  Two Groups, 7 PM to 9 PM
                  On-ice 1 hour, Dryland 1 hour
                  Pay as you go pricing: $40 per skate
                  595 + HST

                  AA/AAA Skill Development Program - From Jan 13, 2024 to Apr 25, 2024
                  CALL 905-874-8418