Development Programs

Expert-led station-based training focused on power skating and edge work for youth hockey players in Carleton Place and the Ottawa Valley. Our programs follow HEO age divisions with specialized instruction designed to build elite skating fundamentals through progressive development. Sessions run year-round at various arenas across the Ottawa Valley, serving players from Almonte, Arnprior, Perth, Smiths Falls, and surrounding communities.

Spring Programs

Get back on the ice after the regular season with focused skating and edge work development.

Program Features

  • Expert coaching staff
  • Station-based training model
  • Progressive skill development
  • Small group instruction
  • Video analysis available
  • Individualized feedback

Upcoming Events

EDGE Spring Surge

U7

Ages 5-7 (born 2020 & 2021)

Sunday, April 266:00 – 7:00 PM

📍 Carleton Place Arena

  • Forward and backward skating fundamentals
  • Balance and body control stations
  • Introduction to edges and stops
  • Fun, engaging skill circuits
  • Building skating confidence
Cost: $20

Payable by e-transfer to edge_performance@outlook.com

EDGE Spring Surge

U9

Ages 7-9 (born 2018 & 2019)

Sunday, April 267:00 – 8:00 PM

📍 Carleton Place Arena

  • Crossover technique development
  • Inside and outside edge work
  • Acceleration and deceleration drills
  • Pivots and transitions stations
  • Agility and quickness training
Cost: $20

Payable by e-transfer to edge_performance@outlook.com

Past Events

EDGE Spring Breakthrough

U7

Ages 5-7 (born 2020 & 2021)

Sunday, April 1210:00 – 11:00 AM

📍 Carleton Place Arena

  • Forward and backward skating fundamentals
  • Balance and body control stations
  • Introduction to edges and stops
  • Fun, engaging skill circuits
  • Building skating confidence
Cost: $20

Payable by e-transfer to edge_performance@outlook.com

EDGE Spring Breakthrough

U9

Ages 7-9 (born 2018 & 2019)

Sunday, April 129:00 – 10:00 AM

📍 Carleton Place Arena

  • Crossover technique development
  • Inside and outside edge work
  • Acceleration and deceleration drills
  • Pivots and transitions stations
  • Agility and quickness training
Cost: $20

Payable by e-transfer to edge_performance@outlook.com

Carleton Place Cyclones Pre-tryout Skate

U9-U15

Ages 7-15

Sunday, April 1211:00 AM – 12:00 PM

📍 Carleton Place Arena

  • Skating speed and edge work development
  • Crossover power and transition drills
  • Acceleration and agility stations
  • Competitive-pace puck handling
  • Game-situation skating patterns
Cost: $25

Payable by e-transfer to edge_performance@outlook.com

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What Parents Are Saying

Awesome program, kids loved it and couldn't wait until the next session. What a difference from first session to the last session, WOW! Can't wait til next year!

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Lynda Finnigan

Finn really enjoyed the program. We were overall very impressed with the coaching!

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Kellie Graves

Was such a great & fun Program! Thank you all so much!

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Kait Moyes

Excellent job by all! It was great to see the young people out there honing their coaching skills. Fun for everyone and the boys skills improved too!

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Connie Smith

Really impressive clinic! The kids are having a blast and the results are fun to watch! Very happy my boy enrolled this year!

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Chris Charby

Shout out to the coaching staff for job well done. It makes 4 years my son has been struggling to stop on his left side and now he's able too. Each session he's skating stronger and with more confidence.

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Matthew Westphalen

Elia had the best time and left with some new skills! Awesome program!

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Taryn Card

Thank you! It was amazing!

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Kenzie Coburn

It was a great program, was super impressed, see you next year!

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Caitlyn Beute

Thank you! Amazing program!

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Serena Dawn

Great job coaches. The boys had a blast and developed their skills even more!

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Alexandria Rose

Frequently Asked Questions

Our programs serve youth hockey players ages 5 through 15, organized by HEO age divisions (U7, U9, U11, U13, U15). Each group receives age-appropriate instruction tailored to their development stage.

Sessions are held at various arenas throughout the Ottawa Valley, including Carleton Place, Almonte, Arnprior, Perth, Smiths Falls, and surrounding communities. Locations vary by program and season.

No prior hockey experience is required. Our youngest programs (U7) focus on building skating confidence and fundamentals from the ground up. More advanced groups build on existing skills with progressive training.

Station-based training divides the ice into focused skill stations where small groups rotate through drills. This maximizes ice time, ensures individualized coaching feedback, and keeps players engaged throughout the session.

We offer programs year-round including spring sessions, summer hockey camps, March Break clinics, and winter break training. Check our season tabs above for current dates and availability.

Visit our Register page to sign up your player for any of our development programs or spring hockey teams. You can also contact us directly with any questions before registering.

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