Hockey player at Oakville Hockey Development program Oakville’s Hockey Development program is dedicated to the development of young hockey players of all ages and abilities.

Our group of knowledgeable, enthusiastic and dedicated instructors focus on individual skill development, and offer young players a competitive edge. Our programs were developed to be fun yet challenging in order to help our students achieve personal goals and success.

For more information contact ohd@oakville.ca.

OHD Hockey Skills programs

A great way to try out the sport or learn more about the game! Three age groups are offered: Level 1 (ages 6-7), Level 2 (ages 8-9) and Level 3 (ages 10-12). Full equipment, including neck guard and mouth guard, is mandatory. All players must wear a CSA approved hockey helmet and cage. Some prior skating ability is also required. Click on a link above to check availability for a specific age group or visit iris, the online registration system, for more information.

OHD Shooter Pad registered group programs

With a focus on skill development, the Shooter Pad program allows participants to focus on the fundamental aspects of the game using real nets, shooting targets or live goaltenders.

On-ice instruction covers wrist shots, slap shots, dekes, backhands, one-timers and rebounds. Participants who play centre will receive instruction on taking face-offs and learn techniques to win more draws.

OHD Shooter Pad Group Lessons Ages 5–7
OHD Shooter Pad Group Lessons Ages 8–10
OHD Shooter Pad Group Lessons Ages 11-13

OHD Goalie Pad registered programs

OHD Goalie Pad Group Lessons Ages 5-7
OHD Goalie Pad Group Lessons Ages 8-10
OHD Goalie Pad Group Lessons Ages 11-13

The Goalie Pad program offers a unique, personalized approach to goaltender training. Participants work one-on-one with a qualified instructor in a controlled, structured setting. They will get a great workout combined and an intense learning experience. On-ice instruction covers technique, angle adjustments, balance, butterfly and stand-up styles and rebound control

NEW! Girls Hockey Shooter Pad Lessons at Joshua's Creek Arenas

The main goal of this five-week OHD shooter pad program is skill development for the female house league player. All players, regardless of skill, age or experience, have the ability to improve. Our programs begin by instilling good habits in isolated training, which creates a solid foundation for skilled puck handling and shooting. All weekly sessions are 60 minutes.

Spaces are limited! Register now to avoid disappointment. Two age groups are offered: ages 5-7 and 8-10. Click on the link for one of the ages groups or visit iris, the online registration system, for more information.

Private and semi-private programs

Email ohd@oakville.ca to book semi-private ($45/hour) and private ($85/hour) shooter and goalie lessons.