We focus on the individual skating and puck skills all good defencemen possess and then teach players to use these skills effectively in game situations. 8 hours of defence-specific, on-ice instruction.
Bronko Defenceman Camp JULY 2024
Vic Johnston Arena, Streetsville
July 15th-18th 2024
Schedule
SESSION 1: 9-11am, 2014-2016
SESSION 2: 11am-1pm, 2010-2013
Program includes:
8 hours on-ice instruction (2hr/day)
Bronko practice jersey
Approx 24 skaters on ice (4.5 : 1 player/instructor ratio)
During the first hour each day we'll work on the individual skating and puck skills required to play the position effectively, including efficient skating (forwards, backwards and in transition), heads up puck control and accurate passing. Players will learn skills needed to be successful at both ends of the ice so they're as effective with the puck as without.
In the second hour players will work on skills and tactics they can use in different situations they'll face routinely during games--shooting from the point under pressure, evading the forecheck, clearing the front of the net, battling along the boards etc-- and have an opportunity to use the skills they've learned against competition and under pressure.
The goal of the camp is to help players become more mobile and confident with the puck so they can make smart plays in their own end and contribute offensively as well.
Supplemental information:
We encourage players to bring snacks like granola bars, bananas, apples etc. Players are responsible for bringing their own water bottles.
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"Dion, I must say your practices are great. [My son] has learned more in two practices than he has in two years. Looking forward to many more."
"We have attended the winter 2023 and March break 2024 camps along with the winter 2024 before school program and without a doubt they have been the best programs that our son has attended! My son is a 2018 player and the biggest difference between Bronko hockey development camps compared to the other places we have gone to is the Philosophy and overall hockey training! ... There is elite level Direction and attention to detail for every single player. Coach Dion and his staff teach the Philosophy and tactics of the game so their skills can translate to real gameplay! ...they build incredible confidence and they’re skating and puck handling! ...Even during the break's coach, Dion and his staff comes into the locker room and breaks down everything they did on the ice in quizzes them....no one else is doing this at hockey camp. Our son has improved dramatically over this short time at Bronko hockey and is Super confident in his skills, allowing him to play a year up without any problems at all!"
"Every summer, we would drive two hours daily from the east end to attend one or more of Dion's camps. Dion is an exceptional instructor who not only has a wealth of knowledge about hockey, but he is capable of communicating and educating the finer details of the game. My son who has played AAA hockey for a number of years would always be able to pick up different tidbits from Dion's teaching without even knowing he acquired the knowledge and apply them in game situations. Thank you Dion and your team for offering such fantastic programs to the hockey community."
"Hi Dion, Thanks for guiding the boys through the exciting weekend tournament. It's such a great experience for them. They are so fortunate to have the leadership and inspiration of your skills and coaching style. --Brian