Player Development Program
The Player Development Program is an on-ice training only option, built for players who attend traditional schools—public, private, or charter and want to supplement their education with elite-level hockey training. Includes:
- 1.25 hours of daily on-ice instruction (Monday–Thursday)
- Weekly gym training sessions
- Weekly stretch & mobility class
- Weekly video breakdown and performance analysis
- Mentorship and individual player feedback
ON ICE TRAINING
September thru May
Monday thru Thursday
1:25 pm - 2:40 pm
2:50 pm - 4:05 pm
Great Park Ice - Rink 4
OFF ICE TRAINING
Players will receive weekly training off ice:
- Monday - Strength & Conditioning
- Tuesday - Stretch & Movement
- Wednesday - Video Analysis
PRACTICES
We utilize the FULL ice and practices are designed for skating, individual skill acquisition, positional play and game transferable skills.
OPTIONS & PRICING
Pick and Choose from:
- 2 Day Per Week
- 3 Day Per Week
- 4 Day Per Week
Please email ak@optimumhockeyacademy.com
Frequently Asked Questions
Can we pick 3 days of training per week instead of 4?
Yes, players can choose from 2, 3 or 4 days per week for training
If we miss a session, can we make up the session?
Yes, players can make up sessions during a another After School session
How is the Player Development program different from Full Day Academy or After School Program?
Player Development program is on-ice training only and does not include any academics.
2025-2026
Who: Players who want elite hockey development but stay in their current school system.
Structure:
On-ice training 2–4 days/week during the day (mornings or afternoons).
Off-ice sessions 2–3 days/week.
Balances school attendance with high-level skill development.
Shorter daily commitment compared to Full Day Academy (typically half-day).
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