Hockey Canada Skills Camps were developed by Hockey Canada in 1997 with the aim of helping both female and male players as well as coaches primarily at the Atom and Pee Wee level (9-12 years old) improve their fundamental hockey skills. However, some camps may be open to other age groups.
The camps can be run in one day or over two days. While the majority of camp activities are on-ice, there is also off-ice instructions centered around respect and teamwork.
Camps have a maximum enrollment of 72 players per camp, and there is a registration fee to attend. Qualified BC Hockey and Hockey Canada Instructors will be on hand at the camps.
Each camp is hosted by a minor hockey association. Minor Hockey Associations receive application packages in the fall.
2011 BC Hockey Skills Development Camp
BC Hockey announced April 21, 2011 the schedule for the 2011 BC Hockey Skills Development Camp offered in conjunction with Hockey Canada and Westside Minor Hockey Association. The camp will be held at the Royal LePage Arena in Kelowna, BC from July 25-29, 2011.
The camp will host 25 novice-aged players, 25 atom-aged players and 25 pee wee-aged players. Selection is based on a first come, first serve basis. The cost to attend the five (5) day camp is $400.
The curriculum for the Development Camp has been created by Hockey Canada and emphasizes skill development and fun. Each group will experience daily on-ice, dry-land training and team building sessions.
Players will receive:
- Professional on/off ice instructions by BC Hockey & Hockey Canada members
- Custom Development Camp Jersey
- Hockey Canada water bottle
- Hockey Canada Drills
- A memorable experience
BC Hockey is also looking for interested coaches and assistant coaches to attend the event. Interested coaches should contact the BC Hockey office for more information. Coaches will receive an honorarium from BC Hockey.
