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Elite Hockey Training

Registration Now Open!

Skates start June 8th! 9 week program!

*Fox valley and Glenview off June 29th week.

Willow,Canlan, and Arctic off July 6th week

* Deposits are non refundable

Available at the following locations: Leafs Center, Fox Valley, Willowbrook, Glenview & Artic

Find your location

  • Leaf's Center

    Tuesday & Thursdays

    8am & 3pm: Mites & Squirts

    10am & 7:30pm: College, AAA & Juniors

    1pm: Midgets & Juniors

    4:10pm: Peewee & Bantams

    5:20pm: U15

    6:30pm Midgets & Juniors

    SOLD OUT

  • Willowbrook

    Monday’s & Wednesday’s


    ADDED NOON SMALL GROUP! Squirts and Peewees.

    Email us now!


    1:20pm: Mites & Squirts

    1:10pm: AAA/College Girls

    2:10p: 2015-2013 Birth Years

    3:30: 2012’s and up (AAA girls as well)

    SOLD OUT

  • Fox valley

    Monday’s & Wednesday’s

    9:10 am 2011 birth year and older AAA, Juniors, and College players

    10:20 am 2011 birth year and older AAA, Juniors, and College players

    Due to limitations that are in place by Fox Valley/Cyclones this session will be open to AAA (Boys/Girls), Junior, and college level players

    Register for Fox Valley

  • Glenview

    Friday’s
    8:00am AAA Girls

    9:00am AAA Boys

    SOLD OUT

  • Arctic

    Monday’s & Wednesday’s

    9:00-10:00am : Mites

    10:10-11:10am: Squirts

    11:20-12:20pm: Pewees

    12:30-1:30pm : Bantams

    1:40-2:40pm : Midgets

    3:50-4:50pm: College

    Register For Artic

Join Our Sold out waitlist

What to expect from the summer 2026 camps

  • High-Level On-Ice Development

    Skating mechanics, edge work, shooting, stickhandling, passing, puck protection

    Game simulation and position-specific training

  • Hockey IQ + Mental Edge

    Breakouts, situational awareness, small-area games

    Focus on decision-making and anticipation.

  • Confidence + Leadership Development

    Coaches mentor on discipline, teamwork, and accountability

    Builds mental toughness and respect for the game

  • High Intensity Training

    Minimal standing around. Every skate is about tempo and pushing the pace.

  • Fun but Competitive Environment

    Balanced: kids are pushed without burning out

    Kids love it, parents trust it

  • Trusted Coach

    Deep experience developing players in local and travel programs

    Strong testimonials and local credibility

SOLD OUT 5 STRAIGHT SUMMERS!

Camp Options

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Mites

Foundational skills, fun, confidence

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Squirts / PeeWees

Advanced skating, edge work, shooting

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Bantam/
Midget & Up

Elite-level refinement, prep for junior and college seasons

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PeeWee / Bantam

Elite-level refinement, recruitment prep, high-performance mindset

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A young male hockey player in a white jersey with purple and black accents, wearing a helmet with a face cage, gloves, and skates, practicing stickhandling a puck on an indoor ice rink.

College & Junior

NCAA D1/D3, USHL, NAHL ETC

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Camps are designed for players ages 6–21, with skill-appropriate groupings to ensure every player gets the right level of challenge and coaching.

  • Full hockey gear is required. We’ll send a checklist after you register, and we’re happy to help if you're unsure about equipment.

  • Players are grouped by age and skill level to maximize development and keep things fun and competitive.

  • We keep it small and intentional — low athlete-to-coach ratios mean more reps, faster feedback, and real results. Summer groups are bigger than normal skates

  • Join the waitlist! We often have last-minute openings, and we’ll reach out first to those on the list.

  • Highlight videos are available for players ages 15–21. They're perfect for reels, self-review, and recruitment prep.

  • Yes! We offer flexible options depending on how far out the camp is. Full policy details are provided upon registration.

  • Locations and dates vary by age group — check the section that fits your player to see all the details.

  • Just click “Reserve Your Spot” on the page. Our quick form takes less than 2 minutes to complete.

Claim your spot today

Student & PArent TESTIMONIALS

“Jeremy helped me improve my game so much, I made my AAA team thanks to his summer camp.”
— Former camper, age 14
“This camp legit helped me tighten up my edges and work on the small details that make a difference. The 1-on-1 feedback was next level — I even used clips from the highlight reel for my varsity tryout video.”
— Tyler R., 17-year-old player
“I’ve been to a lot of summer camps, but this was easily the most dialed-in. Intense reps, pro-level drills, and no wasted time. It helped me stay sharp for club tryouts — and the video footage was ”
— Emma D., 19-year-old player
“My son came home from camp every day excited to tell me what he learned. His skating improved so much in just one week — and he hasn’t stopped talking about Coach Jake! We’ll be back next summer for sure.”
— Sarah M., Parent of 10-year-old
“Both our kids had an amazing time. We loved the balance of structure and fun. The coaches really care, and it shows. The confidence our younger son came home with was priceless.”
— Jason & Alice P., Parents of two campers (ages 8 & 13)
“We were looking for a camp that focused on more than just drills, and First Shift delivered. Leadership, mindset, and real development — it’s everything we wanted. Highly recommend!”
— Rachel K., Parent of 12-year-old