Beginner training plan
Your first lessonThe first lesson is all about getting comfortable on skates. We focus on safety, balance, and feeling confident in skates. I’ll help players learn proper stance, how to fall and get back up, and how to move without fear. We’ll work on basic gliding, simple stops, and how to hold the stick the right way. The goal is to make sure players feel supported, have fun, and leave the ice wanting to come back.
Lesson 2-3Lessons two and three start building real skating habits. We work on forward stride, balance, turning, and stopping with more control. I introduce puck handling at an easy pace so players can get comfortable moving with the puck. These sessions are about building confidence and learning how skating and puck control work together.
Lesson 4-10Lessons four through ten are where things really start to click. Skating becomes stronger and more efficient, and players learn backward skating, tighter turns, and better edge control. We focus more on stickhandling while skating, passing, and shooting fundamentals. I also start introducing basic game situations so players understand how their skills translate to actual play.
Lesson 11+From lesson eleven on, the focus shifts to game readiness and continued improvement. We work on speed, transitions, puck protection, shooting in motion, and making plays while moving. I tailor lessons to the player’s age and ability and help them understand positioning and decision making on the rink. At this stage, the goal is to build consistency, confidence, and hockey sense while continuing to push skills to the next level.
