There isn’t really a ‘best’ off-ice hockey training program.  If there were, then everyone would do it and every hockey player would be awesome and hardly ever get injured.  Wouldn’t that be great.

The best program is the one that you can actually get done.  Is it better to train for 90-minutes per day than 20-minutes per day?  In general, assuming you are working on the right things, the answer is ‘Yes’.  BUT if you do not have 90-minutes per day to train, are you better to do 20-quality minutes?  Absolutely!  In fact, I would estimate that you would get 70% of the results from a good 20-minutes that you get from a good 90-minutes.

Finding the best program for YOU!

Okay, I am posting this because you are asking and I am writing the same email reply over and over again, so I figured I would just post it here and then it will be much easier to cut and paste a link.

The question is – What’s the difference between ____________ off-ice program and ________________ program?  (insert the name of any off-ice program).

So let me break it down for you here…

I do not recommend any of my hockey training programs for players under 14.  I will start a player the summer they are 13 if they are heading into high school in the fall.

Hockey Goalie Training Programs:

Turning Pro Private Coaching

• I only open this program 1-2 times per year.
• Enrollment is limited
• You must apply for admission
• 12-month minimum commitment
• Custom programs created just for you.
• Direct access to me via Skype or Telephone.
• This is private online coaching and it is currently sold out, please do not ask to join this program I will let you know when I am accepting applications.

Ultimate Goalie Training VIP

• This is the entire Ultimate Goalie Training 3.0 program which is the most intense off-ice goalie training program I offer to all goalies.
• It is designed to be completed using basic gym equipment, but you can still do it at home if you have a decent home gym complete with dumbbells, chin up bar, med balls and a cable column or resistance bands
• You should be prepared to train 5-6 days per week for 45-90 minutes per session
• There are running based conditioning drills in the program – if you cannot run, you will not be able to do much of the agility work.
• This program is for serious goalies who are ready to follow more of a pro-style program and take their game to the next level.
• Includes and In-Season and Off-Season Training Calendar
• Click the image below if you want to learn more

Rapid Response Goalie Training

• I created this program for adult goalies who are still very competitive and want to be the go-to goalie in their league, but have ‘real life’ responsibilities as well such as work, family, etc.
• I created this program to be completed at home with basic equipment – dumbbells, resistance bands, stability ball – but you can also do it at the gym.
• The workouts are only 20-40 minutes in duration and include mobility, stability, strength, speed and stamina training.
• It is more circuit-style training
• I know quite a few college goalies who use this program as their in-season program as well.
• Includes and In-Season and Off-Season Training Calendar
• Click the image below if you want to learn more

Goalie Workout Club

• This is a workout of the month club for goalies
• It is the cheapest training program I offer
• The workouts can be done at home with basic equipment – dumbbells, resistance bands – or in the gym
• The workout duration varies from 30-60 minutes
• Every workout has modules for flexibility, strength, speed and stamina
• The program is progressive in nature with some months being a little more intense than others.
• There is a variety of training styles – such as metabolic circuits, pure strength training, etc.
• This is a moderate training program with three different levels for Basic Training, Fitness Training and Fitness Freaks, so you decide how hard to make it.
• This is good for adult league player or minor/junior players who want to start a structured off-ice training program.
• Includes and In-Season and Off-Season Training Calendar
• Click the image below if you want to learn more

Summary…

Off-Ice Training for Skaters:

Elite Hockey Strength & Conditioning Group

• I only open this program 1-2 times per year.
• Enrollment is limited
• You must apply for admission
• 12-month minimum commitment
• Custom programs created just for you.
• Direct access to me via Skype or Telephone.
• This is private online coaching it is currently sold out, please do not ask to join this program I will let you know when I am accepting applications

Hockey Training Blueprint

• This is the most comprehensive off-ice training bundle I have for skaters
• It includes flexibility, stability, strength, speed and stamina training to help you battle for pucks in the corner and have that explosive breakaway speed that makes you stand out on the ice
• You can follow a 9-week or 16-week training schedule
• You should be prepared to train 5-6 days per week for 60-90 minutes per session
• There are running based conditioning drills in the program – if you cannot run, you will not be able to do much of the agility work.
• It is designed to be completed using basic gym equipment, but you can still do it at home if you have a decent home gym complete with dumbbells, chin up bar, med balls and a cable column or resistance bands
• This program is for serious players who are ready to follow more of a pro-style program and take their game to the next level.
• Includes and In-Season and Off-Season Training Calendar
• Click the image below if you want to learn more

Hockey Workout Club

• This is a workout of the month club for skaters
• It is the cheapest training program I offer
• The workouts can be done at home with basic equipment – dumbbells, resistance bands – or in the gym
• The workout duration varies from 30-60 minutes
• Every workout has modules for flexibility, strength, speed and stamina
• The program is progressive in nature with some months being a little more intense than others.
• There is a variety of training styles – such as metabolic circuits, pure strength training, etc.
• This is a moderate training program – not as intense at the Hockey Training Blueprint
• This is good for adult league player or minor/junior players who want to start a structured off-ice training program.
• Includes and In-Season and Off-Season Training Calendar
• Click the image below if you want to learn more

Summary for Skaters…

I hope that helps.
Cheers,
Maria