Advanced ELITE Hockey Small Area Body Checking Clinic at Paramount Ice, focusing on technique, confidence, and physical play

ELITE – Hockey Body Checking Clinic

Programs are open to all ages, with players grouped by age and skill level on the first day.

Any Programs in ELITE Level must be AA/AAA for Level

This specialized training session, Hockey Body Checking Clinic, is designed to teach players how to properly give and receive body checks in small-area situations. With a maximum of 14 players, this class ensures focused, hands-on coaching to help athletes build confidence and safety in physical play.

Focus Areas:

  • Proper Body-Checking Mechanics: Learning how to deliver legal, effective body checks with balance and power.
  • Absorbing Contact & Staying on Feet: Techniques to take a hit safely, maintain control, and minimize injury risk.
  • Angling & Positioning: Using smart defensive tactics to guide opponents into checking opportunities.
  • Wall & Corner Battles: Training in tight spaces to improve puck protection and physical engagement.
  • Respect & Safety:  Reinforcing clean, legal checks and the importance of avoiding dangerous hits.

Program Details

Ages: 2011 – 2012 | Co-ed – Girls are provided with their own changing rooms.

Skill Level: AA/AAA

Seasons: Spring

Required Gear: Full Hockey Gear – Skates | CSA Approved Hockey Helmet with Face Shield | Gloves & Sticks 

If you’re interested in joining after the program has started, please call us at 416 551 5306 or email us at programs@paramountice.com

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Spring 2026 – Coming Soon

Wednesday, April- June, 2026

5:45 pm – 6:45 pm | 12 Weeks | Thornhill Location

For weekly classes already in progress, please contact us to inquire about availability and prorated pricing.

All players must register in advance for Drop-In classes, as spots are limited and may fill up quickly. Walk-ins are not permitted. Each program at Paramount Ice has a set player capacity, so we recommend checking availability at https://paramounticeprograms.ezfacility.com/Sessions before signing up to secure your spot.

All exclusion dates will be listed on the registration page.

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