Program Description


Pro Stride Elite Skating are power skating experts. We believe that the foundation of ice hockey is skating and it is a skill that must be worked on by every player at every age level, including professionals. At Pro Stride, instructors will not just "drill" players and make them go full speed through cones. Our purpose is to TEACH players how to go fast, be quick, be explosive and be efficient. Pro Stride will explain why correct technique is vital to creating more speed and efficiency on the ice.

In order to teach players correct technique and break "bad habits" we will slow them down to learn how to perform each maneuver correctly. Once the technique is mastered, then players will learn to do it with more power, and finally at full speed. "Slow is smooth, smooth is FAST."

The Latin phrase "Gradatim Ferociter" is an excellent motto for what it takes to become a great skater. It means "step-by-step ferociously". This means there is no shortcut to success. It is a marathon, not a sprint to becoming a great skater. Players must always be working, and working HARD, to reinforce good technique.

All clinics will include the ability to go through our Achievement Testing Program. Upon completion of your first program you will receive your foundations patch. At subsequent programs you can begin taking a series of 7 tests (1 per clinic only) to try and become the Elite Skater.




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On Ice Programs


CLINICS

  • Ages 7 - Adult
    Some programs are split Group A (Ages 7 - 11) & Group B (Ages 11 - Adult)
  • Progressive Skating Development
    Building block approach improves players overall speed, quickness, power and efficiency
  • Optional Video Analysis
    See Lead Instructor at the program to sign up, additional fee does apply
  • Achievement Testing Program for eligible players
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  • Max 36 players on ice
  • Ice time 4.5 - 8 hours

JR PROSPECTS

  • Ages 11 & Up
    Completed 1 year of AAA Pee-Wee Hockey
  • Rapid Progression Development
    Recommended completing at least 1 clinic prior
  • Optional Video Analysis
    See Lead Instructor at the program to sign up, additional fee does apply
  • AAA Level Players
  • Max 20 players on ice
  • Ice time 7 hours
  • All participants screened
    Video clips may be required as part of screening

PROSPECTS

  • Ages 15 & Up
    Playing HS, Jr, Prep School Hockey
  • Rapid Progression Development
    Recommended completing at least 1 clinic prior
  • Individual Video Analysis
  • Skating maneuvers used in "Game Like" situations
  • Max 16 players on ice
  • Ice time 8 hours
  • All participants screened
    Video clips may be required as part of screening