SHIELD Athletics & Sports Medicine

Hockey Skills and Agility Development

Pure Hockey Development

Pure Skills Program​

Elevate Your Game: The Pure Skills Program for Building Well-Rounded Hockey Excellence

The Complete Hockey Player Journey

Our Pure Skills Program is designed to create a well-rounded hockey player by combining every critical aspect of the game into a progressive, data-driven development plan. By working with NHL and PWHL athletes, we’ve analyzed key patterns that lead to success and built a program tailored to elevate your game to the next level.

Program Highlights​

Skating Excellence: Power, Precision, and Agility

Elite Puck Skills: Confidence in Every Situation

Game Situations and Hockey IQ

Goal Scoring and Shot Development

Trusted By Shield Athletes​

Owen Power – Buffalo Sabres, NHL; 2021 NHL First Overall Draft Pick, NHL All-Rookie.

Arber Xhekaj – Montreal Canadiens, NHL.

Carter Verhaeghe – Florida Panthers, NHL; Stanley Cup Champion (2020 with Tampa Bay Lightning).

Shane Wright – Seattle Kraken, NHL; 2022 Fourth Overall Draft Pick.

Nico Daws – New Jersey Devils, NHL; Goalie, former OHL standout.

Logan Morrison – Coachella Valley, AHL; OHL Champion (2023 with Hamilton Bulldogs).

Ethan Del Mastro – Rockford IceHogs, AHL; Silver Medalist at 2023 IIHF World Juniors.

Michael Hage – Michigan Wolverines; 1st round Draft to Montreal Canadiens.

Florian Xhekaj – Laval Rocket; Montreal Canadiens Draft Pick.

Francesco Pinelli – Los Angeles Kings, NHL (Prospect); Captain of the Kitchener Rangers, OHL; 2023 OHL First Team All-Star.

Luca Pinelli – Columbus Blue Jackets (Prospect); Ottawa 67’s Captain, OHL; 2023 OHL Second Team All-Rookie selection.

Ryan McGregor – Tucson Roadrunners, AHL; Former OHL Captain with the Sarnia Sting.

Josh Jooris – Former NHL forward; now playing in Swiss National League.

Emma Maltais – Team Canada, PWHL; Olympic Gold Medalist (2022).

Sarah Nurse – Team Canada, PWHL; Olympic Gold Medalist (2022), record holder for points in a single Olympic women’s hockey tournament.

Renata Fast – Team Canada, PWHL; Olympic Gold Medalist (2022), Clarkson Cup Champion.

Blayre Turnbull – Team Canada, PWHL; Olympic Gold Medalist (2022).

Victoria Bach – Team Canada, PWHL; Scoring leader at the 2017 IIHF U22 Women’s Nations Cup.

Maggie Connors – PWHL, NCAA; Ivy League Rookie of the Year (2019).

Jessie Compher – Team USA, PWHL; Olympic Silver Medalist (2022), World Championship Gold Medalist (2019, 2023).

The SHIELD Advantage: From Data to Development​

Unlock the Blueprint to Success

With insights gained from NHL and PWHL athletes, we’ve identified patterns of success, including the technical, tactical, and physical benchmarks necessary to advance your career.

Next in Your Career?

This isn’t just about today’s game—it’s about what’s next for you as a hockey player. Whether you’re aiming for a college scholarship, a spot in junior leagues, or making your mark in professional hockey, our program equips you with the tools to succeed.

Take the first step toward achieving your hockey goals with the Pure Skills and Skating Program—where the future of your game begins.

Creativity focused Skills program

Elite Stickhandling Mastery

Refine your puck control and stickhandling abilities to an elite level with our specialized training program. Our coaches employ cutting-edge techniques and drills to help you develop lightning-fast hands and unparalleled dexterity on the ice.

Dynamic Puck Maneuvering

Elevate your game with dynamic puck maneuvering skills that leave opponents in awe. Our training regimen focuses on agility, creativity, and quick decision-making to help you navigate through traffic and create scoring opportunities.

Precision Passing Techniques

Master the art of precision passing and enhance your playmaking abilities with our advanced training curriculum. Our coaches emphasize proper technique, timing, and vision to ensure you can deliver pinpoint passes under pressure.

Current Sessions​

February 3rd- March 31st

AGES 12-15

  • Level: AA/AAA
  • Start Date: February 4th 2025
  • End Date: March 25th 2025
  • Days: Tuesdays
  • Start Time: 4:00pm
  • End Time: 5:00pm
  • Duration: 60 minutes

Cost: $360.00 + HST

AGES 11-14

  • Level: A/AA/AAA
  • Start Date: February 3rd 2025
  • End Date: March 24th 2025
  • Days: Mondays
  • Start Time: 4:15pm
  • End Time: 5:15pm
  • Duration: 60 minutes

Cost: $360.00 + HST

AGES 9-12

  • LevelBB/MD/A/AA
  • Start Date: February 4th 2025
  • End Date: March 25th 2025
  • Days: Tuesdays
  • Start Time: 5:00pm
  • End Time: 6:00 pm
  • Duration: 60 minutes

Cost: $360.00 + HST

AGES 8-10

  • Level: REP/A/AA/AAA
  • Start Date: February 5th 2025
  • Start Date: March 26th 2025
  • Days: Wednesdays
  • Start Time: 4:15pm
  • End Time: 5:15pm
  • Duration: 60 minutes

Cost: $360.00 + HST

Upcoming Sessions

December 2nd- January 30th

AGES 12-15

  • Level: AA/AAA
  • Start Date: December 2nd 2024
  • End Date: January 28th 2025
  • Days: Tuesdays
  • Start Time: 4:00pm
  • End Time: 5:00pm
  • Duration: 60 minutes

Cost: $405.00 + HST

AGES 11-14

  • Level: A/AA/AAA
  • Start Date: December 2nd 2024
  • End Date: January 27th 2025
  • Days: Mondays
  • Start Time: 4:15pm
  • End Time: 5:15pm
  • Duration: 60 minutes

Cost: $405.00 + HST

AGES 9-12

  • Level: BB/MD/A/AA
  • Start Date: December 2nd 2024
  • End Date: January 28th 2025
  • Days: Tuesdays
  • Start Time: 5:00pm
  • End Time: 6:00 pm
  • Duration: 60 minutes

Cost: $405.00 + HST

AGES 8-11

  • Level: A/AA/AAA
  • Start Date: December 4th 2024
  • Start Date: January 29th 2025
  • Days: Wednesdays
  • Start Time: 4:15pm
  • End Time: 5:15pm
  • Duration: 60 minutes

Cost: $405.00 + HST