Camp Overview

Each "OV" camp is designed using a progression format. We feel this format is critical in the development of all hockey players. The first half of every ice session is devoted to fundamental skill development (technical skills and individual tactics). By isolating specific movements, we break down these fundamentals creating a solid foundation for any hockey player, mite through pro. During the second half of every ice session the more tactical aspects of the game are covered. Initially, the focus is on more complex individual tactics, but as the week progresses, more in – depth team tactics and concepts are discussed. By incorporating European training, small area games, team competitions, and high intensity scrimmages, we are able to provide our participants the “total hockey” experience. The progression, complexity, and speed of our practice plans are dependent on the age and skill level of our participants. A low student/instructor ratio will ensure that your son or daughter receives the individual attention he/she deserves. All camps conclude with teams competing for the prestigious "OV" Challenge Cup.

Objectives and Goals

"OV" Practice Plans

Each "OV" practice plan is carefully designed and created for the specific age and skill level of our participants. It is our goal to create drills that challenge our students, effectively utilize the ice surface, build off a progression, and are fun.

Our instructors are constantly on top of the changing trends in hockey. Through many years of experience, hard work, attention to the finest details, and a passion for the game, we have put together a curriculum specific to your age and skill level. We are confident that your experience with "OV" Hockey will make you a better player. Please click on our on-ice camps for more details!

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"OV" Philosophy

The "OV" Hockey 6-step Teaching Process

The "OV" Hockey staff follows a 6-step teaching process designed to ensure that all of our participants receive the very best individual and team instruction.  Discussion is the first piece of this 6-step process. We introduce the hockey skill/concept to our students clearly describing all the individual parts. Demonstration is the next step in our teaching process. All of our instructors have had experience playing junior, collegiate, and professional hockey and posses the necessary skills to correctly and effectively demonstrate the proper techniques critical to your success. Execution is the next piece of our 6-step process. In this stage, our staff members watch as our students execute the techniques and skills that we have already Discussed and Demonstrated. After our staff members have carefully evaluated all participants, we will again bring the group together for more Discussion. During this piece, our team will provide students positive, constructive feedback on an individual and team level. Repetition is the fifth piece of our teaching process. The "OV" Hockey School believes that perfect practice makes permanent and repetition is the mother of mastery. Repetition is a critical factor for any student to develop his/her hockey skills. The last and final piece of our 6-step teaching process is Application. In this stage, we clearly show our students how the skills and concepts we just Discussed, Demonstrated, Executed, Discussed, and Repeated are applied to and used in game situations.

"OV" Expectations