Summer Programming 2023

Week #1, August 14 - 18 2023, Hillcrest Rink. All camps are one hour in duration with the exception of Rep Prep

U8/9
Skills and Scrimmage

12:15 PM

Cost:  Player $230
Cost:  Goalie $115

To register, click LINK

This camp is for all of our Thunderbird novice players to have the opportunity to prepare for the upcoming season. The focus will be on skating and puck control in a high intensity environment through a combination of drills, small area games and scrimmages. It will also serve as a way for new players to get to know a few people and get a head start on the season. This camp is for players of all skill levels. Players will be grouped based on skill for small group stations and drills.

U11/U13
Power Skating - Rec

1:30 PM

Cost: Skater $230

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Skating is one of the most important skills in hockey. By improving your skating, you will be better able to stay in the play, allowing players to get to the puck more and increasing your impact on the game. Maximizing your stride and having control over your edges will truly set you apart from everyone else on the ice. If you want to ensure you are entering the season at full flight, this session is a must! This camp is for players of all skill levels. Players will be grouped based on skill for small group stations and drills.

U11/U13
Skills and Scrimmage - Rec

2:45 PM

Cost:  Skater - $230
Cost:  Goalie - $115

To register, click LINK

An opportunity for players to prepare for the upcoming season. The focus will be on skating and puck control in a high intensity environment through a combination of drills, small area games and scrimmages. It will also serve as a way for new players to get to know a few people and get a head start on the season. This camp is for players of all skill levels. Players will be grouped based on skill for small group stations and drills.

U13
Rep - Power Skating

4:00 PM

Cost:  Skater - $230

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Skating is one of the most important skills in hockey. By improving your skating, you will be better able to stay in the play, allowing players to get to the puck more and increasing your impact on the game. Maximizing your stride and having control over your edges will truly set you apart from everyone else on the ice. If you want to ensure you are entering the season at full flight, this session is a must! This camp is for rep level players. This is NOT a camp for beginners or players who do not have a strong base in skating.

U15

Rep Prep - Power Skating
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Rep Prep - Skills and Scoring

Two ice times:

5:15 PM and 6:30 PM

Cost: Skater - $430
Cost: Goalie - $215

To register, click LINK

This camp is designed to prepare players for the rep tryouts and will focus on puck skills, skating, and positioning through the use of drills and small area games. A high tempo pace will help players get their game up to speed while providing opportunity to improve their individual skills so they can perform their best at the tryouts starting on August 28.

This camp consists of two back-to-back ice sessions with one session focussing on skills and scrimmage and the other working with a skating coach Karen Kos

Note: Players must be registered for rep tryouts to participate in this camp.

U15/U18
Power Skating and Skills - Rec

7:45 PM

Cost: Skater - $230
Cost: Goalie - $115

To register, click LINK

This camp will provide players an opportunity to work on their skating while continuing to develop their passing, stick handling, and puck control skills. This camp is for players of all skill levels. Players will be grouped based on skill for small group stations and drills.

U15/U18
Shooting and Scoring - Rec

9:00 PM

Cost:  Skater - $230
Cost:  Goalie - $115

To register, click on this LINK

This camp is the perfect choice for the player who wants to improve their game with the puck. It will cover a variety of shooting and stickhandling techniques, helping players to learn new skills and elevate others through a series of high-tempo drills and stations with a high number of repetitions. This camp is for players of all skill levels. Players will be grouped based on skill for small group stations and drills.

Refund Process

We understand there are some circumstances that require a change of plans after you register for one of our clinics. Please see below for the refund process for the TBirds clinics:

  • If the association cancels a clinic, you will receive a 100% refund on your registration.
  • If you cancel anytime up to 4 weeks prior to the start of clinic, a full refund less a $25 processing fee will be provided.
  • If you cancel between 15 days to 4 weeks prior to the start of the clinic, a 50% refund will be provided.
  • If you cancel between 8-14 days prior to the start of the clinic, a 25% refund will be provided.
  • If you cancel 7 days or less days prior to the start of the clinic, no refund will be provided.

To cancel a registration, please email thunderbirds@vancouvertbirds.ca