Winter Programs
Our Winter Programs will be running as planned, with the following exceptions:
Due to the extension of the current public health order, we have decided to cancel our PRESCHOOL and BEGINNER Learn to Skate classes.
Ryan Carignan’s 3-on-3 will run as Hockey Skills until restrictions on game play are lifted.
**”NHTC will offer a FULL refund or switch to a different class if there are any scheduling conflicts with MINOR hockey.**
BEGINNER LEARN TO SKATE
This Beginner program teaches the fundamentals of skating in a positive and encouraging environment. The skills learned throughout the program will provide skaters with the basic skills and techniques to continue into Hockey, Ringette, or Skating for Recreation. Our Beginner class is for brand new skaters or skaters that still need constant assistance to stand up after falling down.
Our Beginner Learn to Skate class runs at a comparable time of Sportsplex and Excellent Ice. Drop your older children off at school and come straight to the rink for Learn to Skate class! Limited class sizes due to Covid-19. For ages 3+.
CSA approved Helmets, Skates & Warm Knitted Gloves are required. HELMET AND/OR SKATE RENTALS ARE NOT AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME. Skaters will need to bring their own skates, helmets, and warm gloves.
WINTER SESSION CANCELLED DUE TO COVID-19
LEARN TO SKATE
This program teaches the fundamentals of skating in a positive and encouraging environment. The skills learned throughout the program will provide skaters with the basic skills and techniques to continue into Hockey, Ringette, or Skating for Recreation.
Level 1/2 is for skaters that can shuffle forward and stand up without assistance after falling down. Players will be evaluated and placed in groups according to skill level (Beginner, Level 1/2, Level 3/4). During these sessions, players may be moved as they advance. Limited class sizes due to Covid-19. For ages 3 and older.
CSA approved Helmets, Skates & Warm Knitted Gloves are required. HELMET AND/OR SKATE RENTALS ARE NOT AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME. Skaters will need to bring their own skates, helmets, and warm gloves.
10 Weeks – $215.00
ALL BEGINNER LEARN TO SKATE CLASSES ARE CANCELLED FOR WINTER AND WILL START BACK OVER SPRING BREAK.
LEVEL 1/2
| Day | Date | Time |
| Monday | January 4-March 8 | 9:45-10:15 am |
| Tuesday | January 5-March 9 | 9:45-10:15 am |
| Wednesday | January 6-March 10 | 9:45-10:15 am |
| Wednesday | January 6-March 10 | 3:15-3:45 pm |
| Thursday | January 7-March 11 | 9:45-10:15 am |
| Friday | January 8-March 12 | 9:45-10:15 am |
| NEW Level 1 Saturday | January 9-March 13 | 12:00-12:30 pm |
| FULL Saturday | January 9-March 13 | 12:30-1:00 pm |
| NEW Level 1 Sunday | January 10-March 14 | 10:30-11:00 am |
| FULL Sunday | January 10-March 14 | 11:00-11:30 am |
| FULL Sunday | January 10-March 14 | 4:30-5:00 pm |
LEVEL 3/4
| Day | Date | Time |
| Monday | January 4-March 8 | 10:15-10:45 am |
| Tuesday | January 5-March 9 | 10:15-10:45 am |
| Wednesday | January 6-March 10 | 10:15-10:45 am |
| Wednesday | January 6-March 10 | 3:45-4:15 pm |
| Thursday | January 7-March 11 | 10:15-10:45 am |
| Friday | January 8-March 12 | 10:15-10:45 am |
| FULL Saturday | January 9-March 13 | 1:00-1:30 pm |
| Sunday | January 10-March 14 | 11:30 am-12:00 pm |
Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday/Saturday with Marcie Munro, Thursday/Friday with Courtenay Falk, Sunday with Kelsey Firkus
INTRODUCTION TO HOCKEY
with Shawn Boone
This program is for players who can already skate or have graduated from our “Learn to Skate” program. It is designed to teach a combination of skating, puck control, and teamwork as an introduction to hockey.
Players will be evaluated and placed in groups according to skill level. Players may be moved as they advance. For ages 3 and older.
Full Hockey Gear is Required. HELMET AND/OR SKATE RENTALS ARE NOT AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME.
10 Weeks – $325.00
| Day | Date | Time |
| Sunday | January 10-March 14 | 9:00-9:45 am |
| Wednesday | January 6-March 10 | 4:15-5:00 pm |
EDGE, POWER, & STRIDE FOUNDATIONS
This program is designed to improve and enhance a strong skating foundation. Important dynamics are taught as well as balance, strides, crossovers, stops, starts, and acceleration techniques.
10 Weeks – $325.00
| Day | Date | Time |
| Tuesday | January 5-March 9 | 10:45-11:30 am |
| Wednesday | January 6-March 10 | 10:45-11:30 am |
| Thursday | January 7-March 11 | 10:45-11:30 am |
| Saturday | January 9-March 13 | 1:30-2:15 pm |
| Sunday | January 10-March 14 | 9:45-10:30 am |
Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday/Saturday with Marcie Munro, Thursday/Friday with Courtenay Falk, Sunday with Kelsey Firkus
Shoot to Score
with Robin Trainor
This program is designed for players 8-11 yrs to hone the skills required to become an accurate and proficient shooter while building a player’s confidence to maintain and control the puck in every situation.
10 Weeks – $395.00
| Day | Date | Time |
| Saturday | January 9-March 13 | 6:45-7:45 pm |
HIGH PERFORMANCE POWER SKATING
with Ryan Carignan
Ryan is the lead instructor and founder of Ryan Carignan Hockey Development. This power skating class is a high energy class with a focus on proper technique and repetitions. Skaters will get lots of reps and correction during the power skating class. Each class will have a ratio of 1 coach to every 7 skaters. During the skates Coach Ryan will be focusing on all aspects of skating including stride, balance, edges, crossovers, tight turns, backwards, explosive power, agility, pivots, and stick placement. Max of 12 skaters.
10 Weeks – $495.00
| FULL H2-H3 (Ages 6-7) | Thursday | January 7-March 11 | 4:00-5:00 pm |
| H3-H4 (Ages 7-8) | Sunday | January 10-March 14 | 8:00-9:00 am |
| FULL H4-Atom (Ages 9+) | Friday | January 8-March 12 | 4:00-5:00 pm |
| FULL H4-Atom (Ages 9+) | Saturday | January 9-March 13 | 3:45-4:45 pm |
HIGH PERFORMANCE HOCKEY SKILLS
with Ryan Carignan
Ryan is the lead instructor and founder of Ryan Carignan Hockey Development. This skills class is a high energy class with a focus on skating, puck control, and shooting. The class will include a variety of different skills with a focus on proper skating technique. This class is designed for hockey players that are confident in their skating ability. This class will use on ice manipulatives (attack triangles) and shooting blockers. Each class will have a ratio of 1 coach to every 7 skaters. During the skates Coach Ryan will be focusing on skating, puck control, shooting, puck protection, passing, receiving a pass, deking, and compete drills. Max of 12 skaters.
10 Weeks – $495.00
| FULL H2-H3 | Saturday | January 9-March 13 | 2:45-3:45 pm |
| FULL H4-Atom | Monday | January 4-March 8 | 4:00-5:00 pm |
| FULL Atom | Saturday | January 9-March 13 | 4:45-5:45 pm |
HIGH PERFORMANCE 3-ON-3 HOCKEY
*CHANGED TO HOCKEY SKILLS*
with Ryan Carignan
These sessions are for players who are or have been attending our HP Development Programs. Player’s are being given the opportunity to play competitive and fun 3-on-3 hockey with other players of similar skill level.
10 Weeks – $395.00
| H2 | Sunday | January 10-March 14 | 12:00-1:00 pm |
| FULL H3 | Sunday | January 10-March 14 | 1:00-2:00 pm |
| FULL Atom | Sunday | January 10-March 14 | 2:00-3:00 pm |