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Stride Athletics High Performance Hockey Programs
Stride Athletics strength & conditioning, and on-ice programs are designed to give elite athletes a significant physical and mental edge, enabling them to unlock their full potential and elevate their game. At Stride we specialize in building complete athletes, by improving strength, speed, power, agility, mobility, and sport – specific conditioning.
Since 2002, our strength and conditioning specialists have developed a proven system and track record that has successfully enhanced the performance of many players across all age levels, from U15, to Pro. Stride athletes consistently dominate fitness testing and evaluations at the highest levels; NHL combine, NHL camps, College and Junior levels.
On Ice Sessions focus on:
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Skill Development (Skating, Passing, Puck Control, Shooting & Scoring)
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High tempo full ice flow drills
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Learning to play on both sides of the puck (Offense & Defense)
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Defensive and Offensive zone play
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Game Situations
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Variety of different competitive drills and scrimmages
Training Sessions focus on:
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Strength & Power Development
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Energy System Development (aerobic, anaerobic)
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Flexibility & Core Stability
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Multi – Directional Movement (speed, agility, quickness)
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Explosiveness (power plyometrics)
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Player Fitness Evaluation (allows to track player progress and identify players strengths & weakness)
Spring Program
The Spring Program is constructed into phase 1 of a three phase periodized program. Players will focus their efforts on developing a foundation of strength, power, and speed
Summer Program
The Summer Program is designed to prepare elite players for the upcoming hockey season. In the summer program players will begin more advanced hockey specific training methods, as well as take to the ice to begin working on skating mechanics, speed, quickness, agility, puck skills, high intensity flow drills and scrimmages. Our summer program combines high intensity off ice hockey specific training and on-ice development.
To secure your spot in any of the following programs please click on the register button below.
Spots are limited to only 15 per program
College / Pro Spring Program (8 weeks)
April 7 – May 29, 2025
Dryland Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs
Cost: $825 + GST
**To register in this program player must of played at the College or Pro Level**
College / Pro Summer Program (12 weeks)
June 2 – Aug 28, 2025
Dryland Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs
June Ice 2 days per week Tuesday's & Thursday's
July - Aug Ice 3 days per week Tues, Wed, Thurs
Cost: $1975 + GST
**To register in this program player must of played at the College or Pro Level**
Junior Spring Program
(12 weeks)
April 7 - May 29 2025 (8 weeks)
Dryland - Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs
Cost: $825 + GST
**To register in this program player must of played at the Junior level**
Junior Summer Program
(12 weeks)
June 2 – August 28, 2025
Dryland Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs
July - Aug Ice 3 days per week Tues, Wed, Thurs
Cost: $1975 + GST
**To register in this program player must of played at the Junior level**
U18 Spring Program
(8 weeks)
April 7 – May 29, 2025
Dryland Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs
Cost: $825 + GST
**To register in this program player must of played at the AA or AAA level**
U18 Summer Program
(12 weeks)
June 2 – August 28, 2025
Dryland Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs
July - Aug Ice 3 days per week Tues, Wed, Thurs
Cost: $1975 + GST
**To register in this program player must of played at the AA or AAA level**
U15 Spring Program
(8 weeks)
April 7 – May 29, 2025
Dryland Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs
Cost: $825 + GST
**To register in this program player must of played at the AA or AAA level**
U15 Summer Program
(12 weeks)
June 2 – August 28, 2025
Dryland Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs
July - Aug Ice 3 days per week Tues, Wed, Thurs
Cost: $1975 + GST
**To register in this program player must of played at the AA or AAA level**
U13 Summer Program
(8 weeks)
July 7 – August 28, 2025
Dryland Tues & Thurs
Ice 2 days per week Tues & Thurs
Cost: $1050 + GST
**To register in this program player must of played at the AA level**
High Performance Nutritional Guidance
Unlock your potential with our Nutritional Coaching Services, tailored specifically for athletes seeking to enhance their performance. We believe that optimal performance starts with proper nutrition, and our personalized guidance ensures you have the support needed to excel.
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Personalized Nutrition Plan (tailored support for athletes to enhance performance)
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One-on-One Consultation (receive personalized guidance and tools to succeed)
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Game Day Fueling (increased energy)
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Hydration Tips
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Optimize Recovery
Elevate your game and achieve your goals with our expert coaching!
Can be selected while registering for one of our High Performance Hockey Programs
Chad Shiel
Owner of Stride Athletics
Chad has been a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist and an On-ice Skill Development Coach since 2002. Chad has trained elite athletes from a variety of sports including many Canadian Olympic and Professional Athletes.
Chad has also worked with many teams as a Strength & Conditioning Coach. Over the past 20 plus years, Chad has been involved in hockey at the Junior A, Major Junior, College and Professional levels as a Player, Conditioning Coach, Scout, Coach and General Manager.
As a former hockey player, Chad played at the Junior A, Major Junior, and Professional levels.
Chad has owned and operated his own Athletic Training Facility since 2007.
Cole Reinhardt
Ottawa Senators NHL
I have been in Chad's program for the past 14 years. Over that time I have made great gains. He has help me be able to play at the highest level. Without him I would not be where I am at today.
Michael Young
Winnipeg Jets NHL
Chad has given me the off-ice training and on-ice development that has helped me reach my full potential.
Kirby Proctor
Omaha NCAA Div 1
Chad has been a huge part of my development over the years, he has always been willing to go above and beyond in order to help me reach my goals both on and off the ice. Personally, he has helped me build strength to compete at the highest level as well as create custom workouts to train and develop some weaknesses I had due to injury. He is always rooting for the guys he works with to succeed, and you can tell by the passion he runs his program with.
Zach Okabe
St. Cloud State
NCAA Div 1
I've been with Chad for years now. I can't thank him enough for the help he gives me every summer to make sure I'm ready for the upcoming season. Everyday, training comes with detail and a healthy environment for development.
