Fall 2025 Hockey Programming

 

LEARN TO SKATE (3 yrs – 5 yrs)
This class will focus on hockey player’s foundations, set up, stance, edge control and balance. Learn to Skate is perfect for children who wish to gain confidence and the necessary skills before entering Cookie Monsters or U7. Equipment needed: Helmet with cage, hockey gloves & skates.

Learn to Skate 1 (3 yrs – 5 yrs)

Sep 27 – Dec 13 (No session Oct 11^th & Nov 8^th)
Sat: 10:30-11:15am

10 sessions
Member: $170

Non-Member: $340

 

Learn to Skate 2 (3 yrs – 5 yrs)

Sep 27 – Dec 13 (No session Oct 11^th & Nov 8^th)
Sat: 11:15-12:00pm

10 sessions
Member: $170

Non-Member: $340

COOKIE MONSTERS (5 yrs – 7 yrs)
The NSWC Cookie Monster Program will help introduce young players to the game of hockey. We will host multiple skill levels over the Fall sessions to best suit your child’s development. We will teach the fundamentals utilizing drills as well as games in a fun learning environment. Players will be separated on skill level and maturity to place them in a successful atmosphere. Full hockey equipment is required.

Beginner (5 yrs – 7 yrs)
Sep 20 – Dec 13 (No session Oct 11^th & Nov 8^th, Nov 11^th)
Tue & Sat: 4:15pm – 5:00pm, Sat: 9:45am – 10:30am

22 sessions
Member: $352

Non Member: $660

 

Intermediate (5 yrs – 7 yrs)
Sep 20 – Dec 13 (No session Oct 11^th & Nov 8^th, Nov 11^th)

Tue & Sat: 5:00pm – 5:45pm, Sat: 8:45-9:30am

22 sessions
Member: $352

Non Member: $660

 

Advanced (5 yrs – 7 yrs)
Sep 20 – Dec 13 (No session Oct 11^th & Nov 8^th, Nov 11^th)
Tue & Sat: Tue 5:45pm – 6:30pm, Sat: 8:00am – 8:45am

22 sessions
Member: $352

Non Member: $660

 

POWER EDGE PRO

Power Edge Pro is an on-ice player development system utilizing proprietary equipment and training patterns, widely popular amongst the pros such as Connor McDavid and Connor Bedard. The system focuses on Reactive Countering Training™, engaging multiple motor skills simultaneously to develop a player’s small area game performance and deceptive movements. All patterns are completed while maintaining puck control and are designed to provide 5x as many repetitions as standard drill-based practices, leading to faster development of elite skills. As one of the only PEP certified places in the lower mainland, our coaches are all certified to get the maximum amount of development out of this level of training.  Full hockey equipment is required.

Sep 21 – Dec 7 (No session Oct 12^th & Nov 9^th)
Sun:

3:45-4:45pm       U13 (11 – 12 yrs)

7:30-8:30pm       U11 (9 – 10 yrs)

5:00-6:00pm       U8/U9 (6 – 8 yrs)

6:15-7:15pm       U15/U18 (13 – 17 yrs)

10 sessions

Member: $550

Non Member: $825

Coach: Cole Todd

POWER SKATING
High performance explosive speed and power training, power skating with NSWC’s Karen Kos. Quick feet, dynamic agility and stride perfection in and up-tempo, educational environment. Full hockey equipment required.

Sep 21 – Dec 7 (No session Oct 12^th & Nov 9^th)
Sun:

3:15-4:00pm U7/U8 (5 – 7 yrs)

4:00-4:45pm U9 (7 – 8 yrs)

4:45-5:30pm U15/U18 (13 – 17 yrs)

5:45-6:30pm U11 (9 – 10 yrs)

6:30-7:15pm U11 (9 – 10 yrs)

7:15-8:00pm U13 (11 – 12 yrs)

10 sessions

Member: $400

Non Members: $600

Coach: Karen Kos

 

 

Puck Skills
With today’s game being focused on speed, not only do players need to have a quick shot, but being deceptive will take their game to the next level. In this program we will be focusing on being deceptive when it comes to (A) stick handling; how to hide our shot and (B) shooting; making other players think you are doing something different. We will focus on body language techniques, evasive movements pertaining to shooting, and stick handling techniques to get goalies to drop. And much, much more.
Full hockey equipment required.

 

Sep 19 – Dec 12 (No session Oct 10^th & Nov 7^th)
Fri:

5:15pm – 6:15pm             U11 (9 – 10 yrs)

6:30pm – 7:30pm             U8/U9 (6 – 8 yrs)

7:45pm – 8:45pm             U13/U15 (11 – 14 yrs)

11 sessions

Member: $450

Non Member: $675

Coach: Tyson Mulock

 

D-SKILLS (Forwards & Defense)

The defense camp provides students a thorough review of the fundamental skills required to play defense, while also expanding their toolbox with a better understanding of the position. Skills and tactics covered include defense specific skating and movement patterns, deception, defense at and away from the puck, transitional play, offensive zone play and 1/1’s. Full hockey equipment is required.

Sep 27 – Dec 13 (No session Oct 11^th & Nov 8^th)
Sat:

12:45pm – 1:45pm          U11 (9 – 10 yrs)

2:00pm – 3:00pm             U9 (7 – 8 yrs)

3:15pm – 4:15pm             U13/U18 (11 – 17 yrs)

10 sessions

Member: $400

Non Members: $600

Coach: Andy Willigar & Jacob Wong

 

SKATING THAT TRANSLATES

SKATING THAT TRANSLATES®

Ben Payne’s SKTT program focuses on game specific power skating and edge work At Skating That Translates® players will not only learn “HOW” to effectively Skate but the importance of the “WHY” and “WHERE” The game of hockey is predicated on recurring movement patterns. The more times players are put in game-like environments in practice and development sessions, the higher probability to execute when they encounter these situations come game time. For example, from attacking the defense and defending oncoming players , to Agility and mobility to create space and separation in small areas on both the defensive and offensive side of the puck all require technical and tactical ability.  The Skating That Translates® System is complete with 3 phases. “Skill to GAME”

The phases are subjective to the player’s age and level.

Skating That Translates develops the entire skill set of a player and builds layers on top of the foundation of skating. If you cannot skate you cannot handle the puck, pass or shoot efficiently. Therefore you will not be effective in an individual tactical and team setting. Skating That Translates® takes power skating and “Edgework” a step further in a full comprehensive program   Ben Payne and SKTT teach the “HOW” & “WHY” in skating and skill development to build and develop your son or daughter as a complete player.

Age and skill level is subjective to the above. Full hockey equipment is required.

Learning Outcomes:

SKATING FUNDAMENTALS – Themed Edge Work and Power Skating

PUCK SKILL FUNDAMENTALS – Puck control, stick hand and puck placement, & passing

OFFENSIVE & DEFENSIVE TACTICS – Game scenario exercises / Game Play

NOTE: THIS PROGRAM IS SUBJECTIVE TO THE RESPONSE OF THE PLAYER. All themes may not be covered based on player comprehension.

Sep 27 – Dec 13 (No session Oct 11^th & Nov 8^th)
Sat:

8:00am – 9:00am              U9 (7 – 8 yrs)

9:00am – 10:00am           U11 (9 – 10 yrs)

10:15am – 11:15am         U13 (11 – 12 yrs)

11:30am – 12:30pm        U15/U18 (13 – 17 yrs)

10 sessions

Member: $400

Non Members: $600

Coach: Ben Payne

 

FEMALE ADULT SKILLS & 3on3

Looking to improve your hockey skills in a fun, friendly environment? Well come join our Female Adult Skills & 3on3 program! Half the class will be focused on skating, shooting and puck skills, while the last approx. 30 minutes will be a fun 3on3 game where you can put your new skills to the test! Full hockey equipment is required.

TBD

12 sessions        

Member: $180

Non Member: $270

 

FEMALE DEVELOPMENT

Elevate your game with our Female Hockey Skill Development Program. Focus on detailed skating and puck skills to quickly enhance your performance on the ice. Our expert coaches provide personalized instruction to improve technique, shooting and puck control. Join us for a supportive and empowering training environment. Perfect for athletes that want to take control of their own development. Full hockey equipment is required.

Sep 27 – Dec 13 (No session Oct 11^th, Nov 8^th)
Sat:

4:30pm – 5:30pm         U7/U9 (6 – 8 yrs)

5:45pm – 6:45pm         U11/U13 (9 – 12 yrs)

7:00pm – 8:00pm         U15/U18 (13 – 17 yrs)

10 sessions

Member: $400

Non Members: $600

Coach: Jacob Wong

 

Goalie Skate

We are offering a Summer Goalie Development Drop in for all goalies. These sessions focus on improving individual skills, techniques, confidence, and consistency. Goaltenders will work on fundamental skills such as save techniques, rebound control, body positioning, angles, and depth, among other key areas.

Being a goalie demands balance, adaptability, and a relentless drive to stop the puck.

Members and Non Members, Sign up today!

 

Sept 24 – Dec 10 (No session Oct 12^th & Nov 9^th)

20 Sessions

Wednesday: 6:15-7:15am, 7:15-8:15am

Sunday: 8:00-9:00am, 9:00-10:00am

Coach: Sam Huston

Member: $50 Per Session

Non-Member: $70 Per session

 

U13 Skills (11 – 12 yrs)

U13’s have the ability to sign up for extra development in the mornings run by Development Coach Cole Todd. This skate will work on individual skills to enhance a player’s game to the next level. This skate is open to all level groups (A1 through A4).

 

Sept 23 – Dec 9 (No session Nov 11^th)

11 Sessions

Member: $440

Tuesday 7:15-8:15am

 

U11 Skills (9 – 10 yrs)

U11’s have the ability to sign up for extra development in the mornings run by Development Coach Cole Todd. This skate will work on individual skills to enhance a player’s game to the next level. This skate is open to all level groups (A1 through A4).

 

Sept 25 – Dec 11 (No session Oct 9^th)

11 Sessions

Member: $440

Thursday 7:15-8:15am

Open Hockey

Open Hockey is one of the greatest features of being a member at NSWC.  In Vancouver, we aren’t given the opportunity to play pickup pond hockey very often or have empty arenas where kids can just step on the ice in the old barn when the rink guy gives us a spare key but at NSWC we have the next best thing, Open Hockey. 

Open Hockey is our member’s opportunity to play, practice and enjoy hockey in a non-structured capacity.  We have the skills ice, fondly referred to as ‘The Tube’, which is almost always open, or a random sheet of ice that happens to be free, Open Hockey allows members the chance to skate, shoot and play without coaches or teams organizing the session.  Whether a player just wants a few more reps for 5 minutes after practice, or wants to shoot pucks for an hour instead of watching their siblings ice times, Open Hockey gives them an opportunity that doesn’t exist in a traditional Minor Hockey organization.

Every participant, regardless of age, must wear a helmet and any player under 18 must be in full hockey gear.

 

Live Barn Stream

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