Iron Cross Drill
Purpose This drill builds agility, develops quick crossover starts and improves reaction time on the skates. Setup This drill can be done in each of the five circles in
Pivot Drill
Purpose Defensemen work on transitioning between forward and backward skating. Setup Players line up at the blue line. Five cones are placed on the ice. How it Works
Through The Cones
Purpose Pairs of offensive and defensive players learn to work together to beat the other side. Setup Offensive players form two lines in the corner. Defensive players form two
Hop The Lines Drill
Purpose Builds sturdiness and agility on skates. Setup Players line up along the goal line. How it Works Coach blows the whistle or says “Go.” Kids skate
Quick Hands
Purpose Players improve their puck handling and manual dexterity. Setup Place approximately 8 smaller cones in a line with the cones being about 4 feet apart. Players line up
Blue Line Shooting
Purpose Players practice taking shots on goal. Setup Players line up along the blue line. A goalie is in net. How it Works Coach blows his whistle
Spin and Pass Drill
Purpose Players learn to make a move with the puck (a spin) and then make a good pass to the next player. Setup Players form three lines – one
3 Chances Drill
Purpose Players practice three different types of shots. Goalies get practice defending shots on goal. Setup You need two goalies, and two lines that form at center ice. A
Multi-Skate Drill
Purpose Players practice the basic skating skills of turning, stopping and making the switch between forward and backward skating. Setup Divide players into 3 groups, put one group in