Free online courseHow to Hockey

Course Description

Dive into the exciting world of hockey with this comprehensive online course that breaks down essential skating techniques. Whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your skills, this course offers invaluable insights and practical tips to enhance your performance on the ice.

The journey begins with understanding the importance of maintaining a proper stance in the first episode of the Skating Fundamentals series. As you progress, you'll discover why staying low is crucial to mastering skating, and how refining your edges can elevate your game.

Balance is key on the ice, and with five specialized drills covered in Episode 4, you'll improve your stability dramatically. Once your balance is sharpened, dive into enhancing your forward stride with targeted exercises that offer clear step-by-step guidance.

Stopping efficiently can turn the tide in fast-paced hockey scenarios, and in Episode 6, you'll grasp essential tricks to halt swiftly and securely. If skating backward has always been your challenge, Episode 7 provides an easy-to-follow technique to master backward movements, while Episode 8 improves your turns for smoother transitions on the rink.

Taking your skills to an advanced level, Episode 9 ensures you navigate forwards and backwards transitions with finesse. Episode 10 expands on crossover techniques, guiding you through beginner to advanced methods both forwards and backwards. Finally, Episode 11 offers strategies to perfect the technique of stopping while skating backwards, solidifying your foundational skills in this sport.

This course is designed for enthusiasts eager to develop core skating abilities and gain confidence on the ice, paving the way for higher-level play or purely for the love of the sport.