Business Details
29 Years
experience
Expert Hockey Clinics & Summer Camps in Victor, NY
Strong Hockey has been dedicated to hockey skill development for 26 years, training over 7,000 skaters through year-round clinics and summer camps. Our programs emphasize expert one-on-one instruction in a fun environment, focusing on skating, passing, shooting, and game strategy. With a minimum of four on-ice instructors per session, we ensure personalized attention for every skater. Our team of experienced coaches includes former professional players and educators who prioritize both technical skill development and confidence-building. We offer specialized clinics for backward skating, breakaways, checking, and stickhandling, along with week-long summer camps featuring 16 hours of on-ice training.Testimonials highlight measurable improvements in participants' skills and self-esteem, with many families returning annually. Our facilities operate in Victor, NY, and surrounding areas, serving ages 6-14 with age-grouped instruction. We provide goalkeeping support at select clinics and maintain a 32-skater maximum per session for quality instruction. Our founder, Jim Armstrong, brings over 20 years of coaching experience, including high school and collegiate roles, to every program. We guarantee a fun learning environment where skaters develop both hockey skills and social abilities while working with passionate instructors.
Services
Hockey Clinics
Summer Camps
Skating Improvement
Stickhandling Training
Breakaway Coaching
Checking Techniques
Goalie Support
Skill Assessment
Youth Development
Private Lessons
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- 26 years of proven hockey skill development expertise
- Minimum 4 on-ice instructors per session for personalized attention
- Testimonials confirm measurable skill and confidence improvements
- Specialized clinics for breakaways, checking, and backward skating
- Summer camps with 16+ hours of comprehensive on-ice training
What people say
Improved skating skills dramatically
Confidence through the roof
First-class camp experience
Notable skill retention
Positive impact on self-esteem
Services
Hockey Clinics
Year-round hockey clinics focusing on skating, passing, and shooting techniques for ages 6-14. Four certified instructors provide personalized instruction per session with age-grouped training. Programs emphasize game-like scenarios and measurable skill improvement through structured drills.
Summer Camps
Week-long intensive training programs offering 16+ hours of on-ice instruction with expert coaching staff. Includes daily power skating and puck handling sessions, culminating in scrimmage games. Combines skill development with confidence-building activities for young athletes.
Breakaway Coaching
Specialized training focusing on breakaway techniques, deking strategies, and scoring accuracy. Teaches players to maintain composure, execute fakes, and score from multiple angles with goalie-specific instruction available.
Checking Techniques
Safety-focused instruction covering proper body positioning, safe checking methods, and puck control strategies. Designed for bantams and older players with size-matched training groups to develop physical play skills.
Backward Skating Clinics
Technical training to enhance backward skating speed, balance, and directional changes. Covers proper stride techniques, crossover mechanics, and puck control while moving backward for both forwards and defensemen.
People
Jim Armstrong
Director
23-year hockey director with 2006-2007 Section V Coach of the Year honors. Former head coach at Canandaigua, Webster, and Skaneateles High Schools with collegiate assistant coaching experience at RIT National Champions.
Questions
What age groups do your hockey clinics serve?
Our programs cater to skaters aged 6-14, with age-grouped instruction for optimal skill development.
Do you offer summer hockey camps?
Yes, we provide three week-long summer camps featuring 16+ hours of on-ice training and skill development.
What hockey skills do you specialize in teaching?
We focus on skating techniques, stickhandling, breakaway strategies, checking fundamentals, and shooting accuracy.
Are goalies included in your training programs?
Yes, goalies receive specialized instruction at select clinics with discounted rates for participation.
How do I register for hockey clinics or camps?
Registration details and schedules are available through our website or by contacting our Victor, NY office directly.
