SUMMER 2026 - August 17-21 - DEFENCE CAMP - Select, CDS, GTHL A, AA, AAA (2017-2013)

Ages: birth year 2017 - 2013 Select, REP, CDS, GTHL A, AA, AAA

Camp Description:

4hrs AFTERNOON on-ice training + 2hrs shooting & stickhandling skills & off-ice training.

This camp is built for players who want to dominate the defensive side of the game with confidence, efficiency, and hockey IQ.

Defensive Skating Mechanics: backward mobility, transitions, pivots, and edge control
Angling & Body Contact: taking away space, sealing lanes, safe & effective contact
Gap Control & Containment: reading speed, closing properly, and eliminating threats
Puck Pressure & Body Positioning: winning inside position and controlling the battle
Breakout Execution: scanning, puck retrievals, wall play, and first-pass accuracy
Point Play & Offensive Activation: blue-line movement, walking the line, shooting through traffic, and creating lanes.

Players will also complete 1.5 hours of off-ice work each day focused on agility, footwork, puck handling, and shooting mechanics. Please note: This camp joins Bubble/Laser Tag on Friday only.

This camp is designed for advanced players born between 2015 and 2013 competing at REP, GTHL A, AA, AAA, Select, or CDS levels. Perfect for athletes looking to sharpen their elite skills, this program emphasizes high-level skill development, game intelligence, and advanced on-ice performance. Players will engage in 4 hours of intensive on-ice training each day, focusing on speed, precision, and decision-making under pressure. Additionally, 2 hours of off-ice training will target stickhandling, shooting, and conditioning to further enhance individual and game-specific skills. This camp is tailored for committed athletes aiming to take their game to the highest level.

Please note: the group will join Bubble/Laser Tag activities on Friday only.

Full-day and half-day options available! Check the detailed camp schedule below:

@RINX Rink 4
Schedule for (4 hour AFTERNOON on-ice) Camp:
9am-11am - OFF-ICE TRAINING 2hrs (shooting, stickhandling in off-ice room)
11am-11:45am - LUNCH (Half Day Drop off 12pm)
12pm-4pm - ON-ICE 4hrs (3 Breaks @ 1pm, 2pm, 3pm)
*Friday - 9:45am - 10am-Group games/Camp rewards/prizes, 10am - 11am Bubble/Laser Tag

**Important - Before registering, make sure you understand the type of camp you’re signing up for:

• 4-Hour On-Ice Camp: Includes a more intensive on-ice training with additional off-ice development training.
  
• 3-Hour On-Ice Camp: Offers a balance of skill development and training with 3hrs on-ice, Bubble/Laser Tag.
  
• Important: If you're registering with friends or teammates, ensure everyone is signing up for the same camp type (either 3-hour on-ice or 4-hour on-ice). This way, you'll all be on the same schedule for the week.