Built to Compete.
NTC’s dryland program is built specifically for hockey players — not generic athletes, not weekend warriors, hockey players. Every exercise, every session, every program exists for one reason: to make your athlete a faster, stronger, harder-to-play-against version of themselves.
Who is this for?
Athletes of all ages and levels — beginner to elite. Just like our skating program, we build around exactly where your athlete is right now, and exactly where they’re trying to go.
What your athlete will work on
- —First-step quickness, explosive acceleration, and raw power
- —Strength and stability that carry directly into faster skating, harder shots, and fewer injuries
- —Reaction time and decision-making under pressure — because the best players aren’t just strong, they’re fast thinkers
- —The conditioning to compete hard for a full shift, a full game, and a full season — not just the first ten minutes
How it works
Every session is tracked — sets, reps, volume, intensity, recovery, all of it. No two athletes train the same program at NTC. Every six weeks, your athlete is reassessed, their program is rebuilt around what we find, and they keep moving forward at exactly the right pace. This is the same Progress Scorecard process you saw with our skating program — because real development only happens when it’s measured, not guessed at.
What you can expect
Athletes on the Elite Track training at least two sessions a week can expect a minimum 6 to 8 percent improvement, assessment over assessment. That’s not a hope. That’s the standard we hold ourselves to. Speed gets them there. Strength keeps them there.
Your athlete’s first step starts with one session.
Fill out the form to request your Assessment Session
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Frequently Asked Questions
We specialize in off-ice training — Skating Treadmill, Dryland, and Shooting & Puck Control. Athletes can use their session packages for any or all of these programs.
No — the assessment is optional to see how your player fits and get personalized feedback. If you already know you want to train, you can purchase a full package instead.
A full-length training session in your chosen program. Coaches will evaluate performance, take notes/video as needed, and provide personalized feedback.
It depends on the program:
- Skating Treadmill: Wear full lower-body hockey gear (everything from the waist down that you’d wear in a game).
- Shooting & Puck Control: Wear gym clothes and bring your hockey gloves and stick.
- Dryland Training: Wear gym clothes, running shoes, and comfortable athletic wear. Bring water.
We offer 10, 20, 30, and 40-session packages, valid for 12 months, with full flexibility to use sessions however you choose across our three programs.
You’ll receive an online booking account where you can schedule sessions, manage your bookings, and purchase future packages — all in one place.
Westwood Arena, Etobicoke, Ontario
Already Ready to Train?
Purchase a full training package now. Assessments are included in onboarding for package buyers.
Assessment and Program Design Session
This is not a drop-in session or a casual tryout.
This is for players who are ready to start an NTCHOCKEY training program now.
An NTC HOCKEY Assessment & Program Design Session is the first step in beginning structured training with our coaching team.
What Happens During this Session:
- Your player participates in a full dryland training session while being evaluated by our coaches to understand their movement, strength, and overall athletic development
- Immediate coaching feedback and establishment of clear player development goals
- At the conclusion of the session, coaches review key observations and make clear program recommendations
- Parent registers for the recommended training program and begins booking sessions
Next Steps-
Submit the form below to request an NTC HOCKEY Assessment & Program Design Session.
A member of our coaching team will contact you within 48 hours.
Who is this for?
Athletes of all ages and levels — beginner to elite. Just like our skating program, we build around exactly where your athlete is right now, and exactly where they’re trying to go.
What your athlete will work on
- —First-step quickness, explosive acceleration, and raw power
- —Strength and stability that carry directly into faster skating, harder shots, and fewer injuries
- —Reaction time and decision-making under pressure — because the best players aren’t just strong, they’re fast thinkers
- —The conditioning to compete hard for a full shift, a full game, and a full season — not just the first ten minutes
How it works
Every session is tracked — sets, reps, volume, intensity, recovery, all of it. No two athletes train the same program at NTC. Every six weeks, your athlete is reassessed, their program is rebuilt around what we find, and they keep moving forward at exactly the right pace. This is the same Progress Scorecard process you saw with our skating program — because real development only happens when it’s measured, not guessed at.
What you can expect
Athletes on the Elite Track training at least two sessions a week can expect a minimum 6 to 8 percent improvement, assessment over assessment. That’s not a hope. That’s the standard we hold ourselves to. Speed gets them there. Strength keeps them there.
Your athlete’s first step starts with one session.
Scroll up to fill out the form and request your Assessment Session
Frequently Asked Questions
We specialize in off-ice training — Skating Treadmill, Dryland, and Shooting & Puck Control. Athletes can use their session packages for any or all of these programs.
No — the assessment is optional to see how your player fits and get personalized feedback. If you already know you want to train, you can purchase a full package instead.
A full-length training session in your chosen program. Coaches will evaluate performance, take notes/video as needed, and provide personalized feedback.
It depends on the program:
- Skating Treadmill: Wear full lower-body hockey gear (everything from the waist down that you’d wear in a game).
- Shooting & Puck Control: Wear gym clothes and bring your hockey gloves and stick.
- Dryland Training: Wear gym clothes, running shoes, and comfortable athletic wear. Bring water.
We offer 10, 20, 30, and 40-session packages, valid for 12 months, with full flexibility to use sessions however you choose across our three programs.
You’ll receive an online booking account where you can schedule sessions, manage your bookings, and purchase future packages — all in one place.
Westwood Arena, Etobicoke, Ontario
Already Ready to Train?
Purchase a full training package now. Assessments are included in onboarding for package buyers.
Individualized Programming
Young athletes receive individualized programming and are assessed each session to ensure program specificity and accuracy.
Proven Winning Process
Our training and coaching process supports young athletes, helping them achieve success at every level.
Holistic Environment
We train young hockey players with cognitive tools, boosting focus, concentration, and decision-making abilities for optimized performances.
My son loves coming to the training sessions for a couple of years already and still goes with enthusiasm.
Dan and the NTC team are inspiring and tough at the same time. The bar goes only higher every time and he loves the challenge.
I would highly recommend the treadmill sessions! After only 10 to 20 sessions you can see tremendous improvement in your kid's skating, stability on the ice, speed and confidence.
Do not be discouraged if s/he does not get it at first. Set the expectations before the first session. Give it 3-5 sessions and let your kid know in advance not to expect that s/he will fly on the treadmill as they do on the ice. Even pro players have them correct thy skating strides!
I could only wish we started coming here years earlier than we did.