Learn the skills needed to enjoy hockey more than ever with our IP Fundamental Skills program.

The IP Fundamental Skills program is dedicated to teaching the foundational skills needed by all hockey players, in a once-per-week format designed to supplement their minor hockey program as an IP or Junior Fundamentals player.

The core focus of the program is an emphasis on proper skating technique, as players will work on developing the basic mechanisms of a strong and efficient skating stride and improving balance and agility. Over the course of the program, lessons will include forward and backwards stride, starts & stops, crossovers, and tight turns. Instructors will also introduce the key concepts of passing, shooting, and maintaining puck control, in order to ensure well-rounded development.

Our qualified instructors will correct and properly demonstrate each skill in a fun and comfortable learning environment, designed to increase each player’s confidence and enjoyment. Skaters will work in small groups at stations with extended times to increase the number of repetitions, with constant error detection and correction from instructors. Our lesson plans are designed to be fun for all participants and feature great instructor-to-participant ratios in order to ensure personalized feedback and proper support for all players.

Looking to attend a Sens Home Game this year?

The Ottawa Senators Hockey Programs are excited to announce a special OSHP Senators ticket rate for all our 2024-2025 Fall/Winter program participants! By registering in all sessions of any Fall/Winter Weekly Skills Program, you’ll have the ability to add either 2 or 4 tickets to an Ottawa Senators home game this upcoming season at our special OSHP rate.

NOTE: Tickets are optional and at an additional cost and will be for tier 6 games throughout the season. Single session drop-in participants are not eligible .For more information on the ticket options, please click HERE!

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KEY DETAILS

Ages:2018 to 2019
Cost:$273 for 7 week program, $390 for 10 week program, $429 for 11 week program, $468 for 12 week program
Skill Requirements:Players must be able to stand up and move on their own. It is recommended that players who wish to enroll have at least 1 year of experience playing organized hockey.
NOTE– Participants are subject to removal at the discretion of a lead instructor if they do not meet the minimum skill requirements

PROGRAMS DATES & TIMES


Winter 2025

LocationDates TimeBirth YearsCostRegistration Link
Bell SensplexTuesday (10 Week)– Jan 21, 28, Feb 4, 11, 18, 25, Mar 4, 18, 25, Apr 15:15pm2018-2019$390CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Bell SensplexWednesday (10 Week)– Jan 22, 29, Feb 5, 12, 19, 26, Mar 5, 19, 26, Apr 25:15pm2018-2019$390CLICK HERE TO REGSITER
Bell SensplexSundays (12 Week)– Jan 5, 12, 19, 26, Feb 9, 16, 23, Mar 2, 16, 30, Apr 6, 134pm 2018-2019$468CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING 12-WEEK SUNDAY SESSIONS ARE STARTING AT IRREGULAR TIMES:
January 5th on-ice session will start at 3:45pm.
January 19th on-ice session will start at 4:15pm.
March 2nd on-ice session will start at 5:15pm.
March 30th on-ice session will start at 4:15pm.
April 6th on-ice session will start at 4:15pm.
LocationDates TimeBirth YearsCostRegistration Link
Richcraft SensplexMondays (11-Week)– Jan 6, 13, 20, 27, Feb 3, 10, 17, 24, March 3, 17, 245pm 2018-2019$429CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Richcraft SensplexTuesdays (7-Week)– Feb 4, 11, 18, 25, March 4, 18, 255pm2018-2019$273CLICK HERE TO REGSITER
Richcraft SensplexSaturdays (12-Week)– Jan 4, 11, 18, 25, Feb 1, 15, 22, March 1, 8, 22, 29, April 51:15pm 2018-2019$468 CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING 12-WEEK SATURDAY SESSIONS ARE STARTING AT IRREGULAR TIMES:

January 18th on-ice session will be starting at 1:45 p.m.
April 5th on-ice session will be starting at 2:00 p.m.


MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION

IP Fundamental Skills Curriculum

WeeksSkating SkillsPuck Skills
1Hockey stance, balance, hand positioning & knee flexionBasic puck handling & control in motion
2Backwards stride, turns, balance & stoppingShooting (Stationary and in motion)
3Balance, turns & introduction to pivotsStationary passing & puck handling
4Tight turns, crossovers & balanceOpen ice puck handling & passing in motion
5Edges (Inside, outside, gliding edges), tight turns & transitionsPassing & puck control in a crowd
6Tight turns, backwards skating & turnsPuck control, puck handling in motion
7Tight turns, backwards stride, stopping & transitionsPuck handling & passing in motion
8Review of all skillsReview of all skills

EQUIPMENT

All of our hockey programs require full equipment to be provided by the parent/guardian. No child shall participate without: Hockey skates, CSA-approved helmet (with cage), neck guard, shoulder pads, elbow pads, hockey pants, jock or jill, shin pads, hockey gloves and a hockey stick. Mouth guards are optional.

INFORMATION:

Please call 613 599 0222 or email [email protected] for more information regarding schedule. E-mails with scheduling and general information go out one week prior to the start date.

Refund Policy: Read our Refund & Cancellation Policy.

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