Academy / Zone Camps
Why train at Vancouver Hockey School?
Vancouver Hockey School’s outstanding reputation stems from its quality of instruction. Our Academy Camps provide players with a new voice outside of their academy and zone team environment. Our professional coaching staff have over 15 years of experience leading CSSHL and BCEHL Zone on-ice skill programs.
Academy / Zone Camps
Open to 2011/2010 born players currently in the CSSHL and BCEHL development stream. Sessions include: skating, passing, shooting, situational drills, and inter-squad game play. Students must be committed to CSSHL or BCEHL programs in 2024-2025 to qualify. Current A1 Flight 1 players may apply. No exceptions.
Skating topics include:
- First step explosiveness
- Effective turns with the puck
- Body positioning
- Advanced pivots
- Puck control with speed
- Battle and Compete
Skills topics include:
- Short, long, and wide dribble
- Correct hand position
- Waves and cutbacks
- Passing techniques
- Shooting technique
- Special fakes and dekes
Popular camps
JUNIOR PROGRAM
Open to 2008-2004 born players currently playing U18 Academy and Junior level hockey. This high tempo program focuses on individual skills, situational play, and compete.
DEFENCE CAMP
Instructed by professional coach Stan Sibert. Topics of this camp include: defenseman specific skating, gap control, playing in front of the net, gap control, and body position.
SKATING and SCORING
Improve your skating power and efficiency! Camp focuses on skating techniques including advanced edge work, body positioning, first step quickness, and puck skills.
