One of Oakville Hockey Academy’s main programs.  Introduction to hockey is designed for players who have never played the game before and who are are just starting out and eager to learn.  We cover everything from balance, proper skating techniques, skating with and without a puck, stick handling, passing, shooting and a daily hockey game.  We also incorporate lots of games and fun interactive drills that everyone enjoys.

Ages 5-8 (10 sessions) $399.99

• Tuesdays (April 20 – June 22) 6:00-7:00pm

Ages 5-8 (6 sessions) $239.99

• Saturdays (May 8 – June 19) 9:00-10:00am

Ages 9-12 (6 sessions) $239.99

• Sundays (May 9 – June 20) 9:00-10:00am

Designed and delivered by Jay Bergeron, the Next Level Skills Development Program focuses on the core hockey skills needed in order to develop a solid foundation free of bad habits. Each week, players will be challenged outside their comfort zone with a progressional focus that will gradually enhance each players hockey skills over the course of the program.

Players Accepted:  2013’s-2014’s

Please note: Although the Next Level Skills Development Programs are geared to a specific year of birth(s), OHA reserves the right to move a player up or down to ensure proper skill to program level alignment.

• Fridays (April 9 – June 25) 5:30-6:30pm

OHA will also be accepting a maximum of 2 drop ins per week ($45+HST).  You must pre-register to secure a drop in spot and can do so by sending an email to jay@oakvillehockeyacademy.com up to 7 days prior to the session you’d like to attend.

Led and designed by Jay Bergeron, this fast paced dynamic program will ultimately progress and develop your skills to the next level.  Each session is comprised of Elite Individual Skill Development where players will be challenged to pass, stickhandle, make moves and shoot in dynamic agility situations.  This program will also incorporate simulated games at the end of each session, to test a players ability to utilize their arsenal of skills in a competitive and fun environment.

2008’s (REP PLAYERS ONLY PLEASE!)

• Wednesdays (April 7 – June 30) 7:00-8:00pm

2010’s (REP PLAYERS ONLY PLEASE!)

• Wednesdays (April 7 – June 30) 6:00-7:00pm

2012’s (REP PLAYERS ONLY PLEASE!)

• Mondays/12 sessions (April 5 – June 28 *excl May 24) 6:00-7:00pm

Led by Mark Penelton, this class is for advanced 7 year olds looking to take their game to the next level.  The primary focus of this class is skating, therefore, it is strongly encouraged your child has a solid foundation in skating, stopping and edgework prior to enrollment.  In addition to lots of skating, your child will practice puck control and shooting to continue to build their foundational skills.

Ages 6-7

• Fridays  (April 23 – June 25) 6:30-7:30pm

Defense Clinics overseen and led by Lead Instructor Jake DeJulio.

Bring up your game and stop theirs!

This is a very specialized clinic designed for defensemen playing A/AA/AAA level hockey.  Focus is emphasized and tailored towards the game of hockey seen by a defenseman.  Our defense clinics will focus on developing skating agility, passing and shooting, quick starts, pivoting and escape and lateral movement (explosive).  Also the following game situational drills:  gap control, breakouts, “leading” using stick to control player’s skaters, net front position, battles and partner work.  Players will also learn different types of shots from the point, head manning the puck, pinching (when to and when not to), gap control, 1 on 1’s and 2 on 1’s (down low and coming down the wing).  Learn how to become an offensive defensemen as well as a defensive defensemen all in the same hour.

We are not accepting House League Players (Red, White, Blue) in this program.  No exceptions!  Players may be moved to a more suitable class at the discretion of the Instructor.

Ages 8-10 (Boys: A/AA/AAA players only, Girls: A/AA players only)

• Mondays (April 19 – June 28, *excl. May 24) 6:30-7:30pm

Ages 11-13 (Boys: A/AA/AAA players only, Girls: A, AA players only)

• Mondays (April 19 – June 28, *excl. May 24) 7:30-8:30pm

Overseen and led by Jake DeJulio, this clinic is designed for defensemen playing at the house league level (Blue-Red). Similar to the Rep clinics, the focus is emphasized and tailored towards the game of hockey seen by a defenseman. Our defense clinics will focus on developing skating agility, passing and shooting, quick starts, pivoting and escape and lateral movement (explosive). Also the following game situational drills: gap control, breakouts, “leading” using stick to control player’s skaters, net front position, battles and partner work. Players will also learn different types of shots from the point, head manning the puck, pinching (when to and when not to), gap control, 1 on 1’s and 2 on 1’s (down low and coming down the wing). Learn how to become an offensive defensemen as well as a defensive defensemen all in the same hour.

Ages 10-13

• Mondays (April 19 – June 28, *excl. May 24) 8:30-9:30pm

Do you want to learn how to shoot like Steven Stamkos or Sydney Crosby? This clinic provides the instruction on the right way with how to shoot a puck. Lead by Pat Kerr,  each class will teach players a number of different techniques and shots. Wrist shots, snap shots, slap shots and backhanders are all some of what is taught over the course of the session. Developing the skills to read a particular situation or when to release the puck are all crucial in developing a young hockey players mind. Learn how to shoot and most importantly how to score.

Ages 8-10

• Fridays (April 23 – June 25) 7:30-8:30pm

Ages 11-13

• Fridays (April 23 – June 25) 8:30-9:30pm

Whether you are a beginner, learning to play or a recreational player looking to get ahead of everyone else, this clinic covers all the basics for both men and women.  We teach everything from skating, stride control, edgework, puck control and stick handling, passing, shooting and most importantly confidence.

• Tuesdays (April 20 – June 22) 9:00-10:00pm