Back to Tryouts: On Ice Skills & Mental Preparation Intensive

$430.00 

Eden Prairie Ice Arena
Aug. 25 – Aug. 29

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This clinic is designed for players gearing up for the high-stakes environment of tryouts. It’s ideal for athletes who want to sharpen their on-ice skills and build the mental tools needed to manage tryout nerves, stay composed under pressure, and make a strong impression. If you’re ready to step into the spotlight and show what you’ve got, this is the camp for you.

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What You’ll Learn

On-Ice Training
  • High-Impact Drills: Focused sessions on skating, passing, shooting, and situational gameplay to highlight your strengths and address weaknesses.
  • Game Situations: Simulated tryout scenarios to help you adapt and perform in competitive settings.
  • Explosive Skating and Edgework: Improve speed, balance, and agility to stand out during evaluations.
Mental Training
  • Managing Tryout Nerves: Techniques to stay calm, confident, and focused under pressure.
  • Building Confidence: Develop a strong mindset to showcase your skills and potential.
  • Resilience Strategies: Learn to bounce back from mistakes and keep moving forward.
  • Preparation Routines: Build effective pre-tryout habits that set you up for success.

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Date & Time

Aug. 25 – Aug 29, 2025.

9:15 AM - 10:15 AM: 10U Girls On-Ice Intensive
Focus: Fundamental skating, puck handling, and confidence-building.

10:15 AM - 10:30 AM: Break/Transition
Time to reset, hydrate, and prepare for the next session.

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM: Mental Fitness (10U Girls + 10U Boys)
Focus: Managing tryout nerves, visualization, and building routines.

11:15 AM - 12:15 PM: 10U Boys On-Ice Intensive
Focus: Agility, shooting, and situational gameplay.

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM: 12U/14U Girls On-Ice Intensive
Focus: Explosive skating, game scenarios, and advanced puck skills.

3:30 PM - 3:45 PM: Break/Transition
Time to reset, hydrate, and prepare for the next session.

3:45 PM - 4:15 PM: Mental Fitness (12U/14U Girls + Boys)
Focus: Resilience strategies, staying calm under pressure, and leadership.

4:15 PM - 5:15 PM: 12U/14U Boys On-Ice Intensive
Focus: Competitive edgework, high-pressure puck control, and team play.

Location

Class Size

14 skaters max.
spots remaining.

Age & Skill Level

10U+. All Levels skill level. Our small group sizes and personalization allow additional flexibility, so contact us if you feel your athlete may be a good fit.

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What makes us different.

The math behind our camps vs. traditional options:

Traditional Options
  • $800 – $1,200 for 16 skates
  • That breaks down to $50–$75 per hour.
  • 30-40 players on the ice at once.
Headspace Hockey
  • $430 or 4 hours of ice time plus 2 hour of sports psychology training.
  • This breaks down to $73 per hour, with small groups ensuring personalized coaching.
The Difference
  • Traditional programs: $50 – $75 per hour with little individual focus.
  • Headspace Hockey: $74 per hour with personalized coaching and mental fitness training.
Research-Based Training

The game has gotten smaller and more complex. We incorporate the latest in biomechanics, neuroscience, and tech to help athletes succeed in today's game.

Mental Fitness

At the highest levels of sports, it's the mental game that makes a difference. We teach kids how to bounce back, embrace confidence, and be a good teammate.

Cognitively Challenging Tasks

Hockey is faster than ever. Our trainings are cognitively faithful to the challenges of the game, helping kids develop both mental and physical speed.

Actually Fun

Boredom is the enemy of learning. We create truly fun environments which boosts learning retention and makes students want to come back.

Our Training PhilosophyWhat is Mental Fitness?
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About the Coach
I'm Josh Chambers. I'm a licensed therapist with OHL and NHL experience, and I believe much of today's athletic development is outdated.

To prepare for training camp with the Red Wings, I hired a skate doctor and experienced firsthand the power of precise, individualized training. I had spent countless hours at power skating clinics over the years, but it was those focused, personalized sessions that made a real difference. That experience transformed how I think about training.

Then there was the mental side—something I had no training in but desperately needed. Four games after training camp, a slapshot to the face fractured my skull. The mental toll during recovery was significant and gave me a new perspective on the psychological side of development.

When I began coaching my daughter, I saw a clear lack of both innovative skills training and mental fitness in hockey development. That’s why I started Headspace Hockey: to combine cutting-edge skills training with sports psychology, helping build confident, resilient athletes.

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