Goalie Training Schools

Goalie training schools can help younger players and college hockey players, as well as professionals working their way up through ranks with an eye on the NHL. Some schools operate year-round, while others focus on summer and offseason training. These schools can be pricey, and if money is a concern, scholarship opportunities might be available.

  1. Jon Elkin's Goalie School

    • Located in Toronto, the Jon Elkin's Goalie School operates all year-round, but features a special 10-week summer goalie training program. Camps start for kids at age 7 and are available for players on up into their 20s. The summer camp boards students in the dormitories of Sheridan College and conducts on-ice training at nearby Iceland Arena. Off-ice training, with a focus on the muscles and conditioning particular to goalies, is done in a variety of locations near the arena and the college.

    Dynamic Goaltending

    • Dynamic Goaltending, located in Winnipeg, Manitoba, operates two programs. The Commitment Program includes on-ice and off-ice training, and is open to athletes starting at age 11. The Dedication Program is strictly on-ice and is for goalies 15 and older. Dynamic Goaltending breaks goaltending down into a collection of specific skills. As your mastery of each skill continues, you'll learn how to incorporate all of them.

    Future Pro

    • Future Pro goalie schools operate in locations in New Jersey, Michigan and throughout Ontario. Former NHL goaltender Steve McKichan launched Future Pro in the 1990s, and several future NHL pros went through the school, including Johan Hedberg and Ed Belfour. McKichan also runs private lessons through his schools.

    Rick St. Croix's School of Goatending

    • For kids ages 7 and older, this school run by former NHL goalie Rick St. Croix boasts a student to counselor ratio of 3-to-1. Regardless of your experience or skill level, the school will find an appropriate program for you. Schools are available in three-day, four-day and five-day options. The school is located in Winnipeg and covers on-ice skill development, goalie-focused fitness training and classroom sessions.