NCHY Checking Clinics
NCYH will offer three checking clinics for the 2025 off season
Spaces will be limited to 30 skaters per Camp, and it is allowed/encouraged for kids new to body checking to register for multiple camps if they'd like. Players will be asked to find a partner of similar skill level and size so as to keep safe learning the priority. Please have the kids bring a light AND dark jersey to the final session, which will be a full ice, controlled scrimmage so they can put their body checking skills into immediate practice. Hockey Directors will help to create two equal teams, so having both light AND dark jerseys will expedite the process. Checking Clinics at NCYH have sold out quickly in the past so please register early.
Registration Now Open: NCYH Summer Checking Clinics – Limited Spots Available!
Camp Dates:
- Camp 1: June 16, 18, 19, 20
- Camp 2: July 7, 9, 10, 11
- Camp 3: July 21, 23, 24, 25
Clinic Details:
- Eligibility: Birth Years 2011, 2012, 2013, and 2014
- Strongly recommended for Bantams (BY 2011, 2012)—especially those new to body checking
- Highly encouraged for Peewees (BY 2013, 2014)
- Focus Areas:
- Fundamentals of giving and receiving a body check
- Proper angling techniques
- The do’s and don’ts of body contact
- Application of skills through small area games and full-ice scrimmage
- Four ice sessions per clinic
Final Session Reminder:
The last ice session will be a controlled full-ice scrimmage. Players will be asked to bring both a light and dark jerseyto help us form two balanced teams quickly. Hockey Directors will pair players by similar skill and size to prioritize safe, effective learning.
These clinics have sold out quickly in the past, so we recommend registering as soon as possible to secure your spot.