SUCCESS IS A CHOICE
2023 Weekly Programming
- Saturdays 9am - 10am at NTR Richmond Hill - May 6 - June 24th, 2023
- Thursdays 4:30pm - 5:30 at Canlan York
- Wednesdays 4:30pm - 5:30 at Canlan York
Goalies who attend our programs will be exposed to the most modern and proven goaltender training techniques available.
McGuire Goaltending is constantly updating their drills and remains dedicated to educating themselves and discovering the newest and most effective ways to teach goaltenders.
The methods used for each goalie is not based on a specific style, but on the needs of the individual.
On top of the technical improvements on their overall skills, each goaltender will also experience an improved sense of confidence that will help them both on and off the ice.
Goaltender Training Areas of Focus
- Increasing overall confidence and self-esteem both on and off the ice.
- Encouraging students to be individuals and build on their own style
- Improving Hand-Eye coordination
- Learn to “gap out” – close gap between yourself and the shooter
- Pivot quicker and properly
- C-cuts | T-push | Shuffle
- Developing better foot speed
- Rebound control - Steering & Smothering
- Proper butterfly techniques (slide, recovery push, hard drop, post integration)
- Handling the puck – Passing + Shooting
- Improving muscle memory / Improving overall reaction time
- Teaching verbal communication skills on the ice
- Understanding the goaltending position
- Proper stance, glove + blocker positioning
- The mental aspect of goaltending - Learning to deal with adversity
- Tracking the puck more efficiently
- Playing angles
- Teaching proper Recovery Techniques
- Improving Crease Awareness
- Improving Technical Form
- Game Situation Training
- Glove and Blocker Side Reverse VH / Leans
- Teaching more effective methods to move
- Teaching more effective Post Integration methods
- Teaching proper practice habits
- Explaining and teaching “Box-Control”
The Bottom Line:
McGuire Goaltending Camps + Clinics allow goalies to improve their skills through the repetition of modern up to date proper fundamentals in a fun, up-tempo environment with encouragement from experienced hockey professionals.
"Do not try to be better than somebody else, but never stop trying to be the best you can be"
- John Wooden, Former UCLA Basketball Coach
Semi-Private Lessons - Wednesday & Thursday
Wednesday & Thursday - 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Location - Canlan York
All Ages & Levels Welcome
Goalies are split up by age and skill level
Limited Space - 12 Goalies Only
2:1 Ratio
Goalies can start at anytime as long as there is still space available
Saturday Goalie Clinic
Saturdays
Location - NTR Richmond Hill
Current Session - Spring 2023 - May 6 - June 24th - 9:00am - 10:00
All Ages & Levels Welcome
Goalies are split up by age and skill level
Limited Space - 18 Goalies Only
3:1 Ratio Max
Goalies can start at anytime as long as there is still space available
Semi-Private goalie training - Wednesday & Thursday
Semi-Private Lessons
Location - Canlan at York, Toronto
CUSTOMIZED Program for each individual goalie
(2 goalies with 1 coach)
Year Round
- Wednesday's - 4:30pm - 5:30pm*
- Thursday's - 4:30pm - 5:30pm*
*Times do change sporadically based on ice availability.
These lessons are the best way for a goalie of any age or ability to make rapid improvements to their game. Each lesson / package of lessons is always 100% customized to meet the individual needs of the goalies in attendance regardless of age or ability.
We focus on building and establishing a strong foundation for every goalie.
We understand that no two goalies are the same and create a program that best suits your or your child's skill set.
These lessons are suitable for Beginners, Intermediate, Advanced, Pro & Adult goaltenders.
Goalies can start at anytime during the year as long as there is still space available.
12 Goalies Only
2:1 Ratio
All Ages & Levels Welcome
Goalies are divided into pairs by age and skill level
Semi-Private Lesson Format
- 15 Minutes - Goalie Specific Skating, Crease Movement & Edge-work
- 35 Minutes - Customized Skill Development Station Training
Semi-Private Rates & Packages
- 35 Sessions - $90 + HST Each - Includes McGuire Goaltending Jersey
- 20-34 Sessions prepaid - $95 + HST Each - Includes a McGuire Goaltending Jersey
- 10-19 Sessions prepaid - $100 + HST Each - Includes a McGuire Goaltending Jersey
- 5-9 Sessions prepaid - $105 + HST Each - Includes a McGuire Goaltending Jersey
- 1 - 4 Sessions prepaid - $115 + HST
- All Packages Must be used within 6 Months from date of purchase
- Packages can cross over from one Season to the next.
- Team Deal - 2 Goalies from the same team can split a 20 package of lessons.
Please do not drop in unannounced - 1 week option is only available if there is space and if it is confirmed through email in advance.
Booking Procedure
1. Pre-book your classes
2. If you are planning on attending any Goalie Training Session please email info@mcguiregoaltending.com each week before noon the day before letting us know.
This includes STUDENTS WHO ARE ON PACKAGES who have not pre-booked their sessions.
If we do not hear from you we will assume that you are not attending.
This helps us make sure we have the right amount of staff.
Email should include – "Student's Name, Year of Birth would like to attend the session on DATE, Time + Location”
Saturday Morning goalie clinic (September - June)
Saturday Morning Goalie Clinic
This goalie clinic is designed to meet the individual needs of the goalies in attendance.
This Goalie Clinic is suitable for Goaltenders of all ages and levels from Beginner to AAA.
It is a great way to maintain your progress throughout the year.
Goalies can start at anytime as long as there is still space available
LOCATION - NTR RICHMOND HILL
2023 - 2024 Saturday Clinic Dates
2023 Spring x 8 weeks
May 6 - June 24 / 9am - 10am
2023 Summer - NO CLINIC
2023 Fall x 15 Weeks
September 9 - December 16 / 11am - 12pm
2024 Winter x 17 Weeks
January 6 - April 27 / 11am - 12pm
2024 Spring x 9 Weeks
May 4 - June 29 / 9am - 10am
18 Goalies Only
3:1 Ratio Max
All Ages & Levels Welcome - Goalies are split up by age and skill level
Clinic Format
- 20 Minutes - Goalie Specific Skating, Crease Movement & Edge-work
- 30 Minutes - Customized Skill Development Station Training
Saturday Morning Goalie Clinic Rates
- 15 + Weeks- $70 Each
- 6 - 14 Weeks - $73 Each
- 5 Weeks - $76 Each
- Drop In - $80
- All Packages Must be used within 6 Months from date of purchase
- Packages can cross over from one Season to the next.
Please do not drop in unannounced - 1 week option is only available if there is space and if it is confirmed through email in advance.
Booking Procedure
1. Pre-book your classes
2. If you are planning on attending any Goalie Training Session please email info@mcguiregoaltending.com each week before noon the day before letting us know.
This includes STUDENTS WHO ARE ON PACKAGES who have not pre-booked their sessions.
If we do not hear from you we will assume that you are not attending.
This helps us make sure we have the right amount of staff.
Email should include – "Student's Name, Year of Birth would like to attend the session on DATE, Time + Location”