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Questions about SUMMER CAMPS

  1. Why should I choose Northern Edge?
  2. We want to send our child out of state. Is there any reason we should attend Northern Edge instead?
  3. What is a typical camp day?
  4. What is the difference between the Advanced Skills & Game Concepts and the Skills Development Camp?
  5. Is there a discount if a player attends more than one week?
  6. Is there a discount for additional family members?
  7. What is the "Northern Edge Advantage"?
  8. Is there skill training for girls?
  9. Is there any training for goalies?
  10. Is there a discount for goalies?
  11. What is the Total Offense Clinic all about?
  12. When is the due date for registration?
  13. Do the weeks typically sell out?
  14. When will I receive a confirmation?
  15. Who can I contact for further information?
  16. As a defensemen, what can I look to improve on, at the Total Defense Camp? 
  17. What is the "Complete Player" Program? 

Answers

  1. Why should I choose Northern Edge?

    Northern Edge Elite Hockey is the premier hockey school in the industry. We have the lowest instructor to student ratio, and our attention to the smallest detail ensures that the player not only learns the most, but also has a great time. We offer specialized instruction and with a professional staff, the player is guaranteed to become the best he or she can be.
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  2. We want to send our child out of state. Is there any reason we should attend Northern Edge instead?

    Why send your child out of town when you can have the best experience for your child at home. Out of town camps cost exorbitant amounts of money, and there is no way of monitoring your child's progress. NEEHS brings the most intense training in a fun environment to your home rink: you can watch the training and see the personal interaction between our instructors and your child first hand.
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  3. What is a typical camp day?

    Each Northern Edge Day is special, and has a theme that is consistent on and off the ice. The day is full, and packed with learning as well as fun. The player will be tired when s/he gets home! Here is a sample of a typical day. (Due to the difference in ice times and program offering at various locations, these times are for example only.) Exact times for each camp will be posted online approximately two weeks prior to the first day of camp.

      FOR A FULL DAY CAMP: (Example only)

    • 8:00AM Drop off
    • 8:30-10:30AM On-Ice
    • 10:45-11:15AM Plyometrics & off-ice skills (stick handling, quick feet etc)
    • 11:30-12:00PM Lunch (lunch program offered by some rinks)
    • 12:30-2:30PM On-Ice
    • 2:45-3:15PM Instructional video
    • 3:15-4:30PM Off-Ice games

     

      FOR A 1/2 DAY CAMP: (Example only)

    • 8:00AM Drop off
    • 8:30-10:00AM On-Ice
    • 10:30-12:00PM Plyometrics/Off-Ice Skills (stick handling, quick feet etc)/Instructional Video/Off-Ice Games

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  4. What is the difference between the Advanced Skills & Game Concepts and the Skills Development Camp?

    The fundamentals of these two programs are essentially the same. While the Advanced Skills week offers more ice time, we recommend any player not playing at the elite level to attend our skills development camp. The drills are similar and the competition may be harder at the Advanced Skills week, but many players (up to and including house select players) would benefit more from the Skills Development Camp. The Advanced Skills week was designed to encourage high level players to continue to train at the elite level; more is demanded from these players and the competition is high!
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  5. Is there a discount if a player attends more than one week?

    25% of our players attend more than one week per summer: for this, Northern Edge offers a $40 discount on any additional week (discounts excluded on ½ day camps and those registered as a goalie). To receive the discount(s), all camps must be registered at the same time, during the same registration process. This discount will not apply after the registration deadline of March 31,2010. This discount does not apply to ½ day camps.
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  6. Is there a discount for additional family members?

    We offer $40 for any additional family members (discounts excluded on ½ day camps and those registered as a goalie). To receive the discount(s), all camps must be registered at the same time, during the same registration process. This discount will not apply after the registration deadline of March 31, 2010.
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  7. What is the "Northern Edge Advantage"?

    1. High intensity training at all skill levels 
    2. Innovative concepts on and off the ice
    3. Specific skills training: individual instruction for forwards, defensemen and goalies
    4. Unique European drills that will maximize all skill levels
    5. The personal attention to the player ensures that s/he will be challenged to be his/her best in a positive environment
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  8. Is there skill training for girls?

    Yes, many of Northern Edge students are girls. Currently, we offer a Girls Only program in Kirkwood, MO. However, We have a large attendance of girls in many of the other programs we run across the country.
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  9. Is there any training for goalies?

    NEEHS offers individual goalie instruction. As well, we only take four goalies per class. This is a tremendous opportunity for any goalie to work on his/her game in a highly organized structured shooting environment. For half price, this is significant value for your money.
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  10. Is there a discount for goalies?

    There is a 50% discount on the registration fee for the first four goaltenders to register
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  11. What is the Total Offense Clinic all about?

    The Total Offense program incorporates the learning of all skills necessary to be an effective offensive player. Players are taught that being an effective offensive player requires diligence, work ethic and practicing seemingly small details. This is not just a shooting program (but seemingly a million pucks get shot): instead, players learn how to create their own scoring chances. While there are a few natural goal scorers, players are shown through on-ice drills and extensive video that most goals are scored by getting the puck to the net and driving the cage with a purpose. The instructors will put the players in uncomfortable situations and challenge them to get scoring chances. It is no wonder that this is the most popular Northern Edge Program!
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  12. When is the due date for registration?

    Registration is required before March 31, 2010. An early registration discount is offered to all camp registrations (excluding ½ day camps & anyone registered as a goalie) on and before March 31, 2010. After this date, registrations we be at our regular camp fee, up until 2 weeks (or 14 days) prior to the camps start date. Any registration received within 14 days of the first day of camp will incur a $25 last registration fee.
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  13. Do the weeks typically sell out?

    NEEHS proudly boasts a 95% return rate, and frequently, camps sell out by the end of March.
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  14. When will I receive a confirmation?

    Upon registering your child, you should receive a confirmation email within minutes. If a confirmation email is not received, please contact our office to ensure a successful registration process.
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  15. Who can I contact for further information?

    Email us at info@neehs.com
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  16. As a defensemen, what can I look to improve on, at the Total Defense Camp?

    Improvements will be made in the following areas:  Skating, Puck Movement, Body Positioning, and effective use of the Stick.  Additional focus will be on Body Checking Techniques, Reading the Rush, Joining the Play, Odd-Man Situational Play, and Protecting the Net.
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  17. What is the "Complete Player" Program?

    The Complete Player Program combines the essential elements from both the Total Offense & Total Defense Curriculums. Players will focus on "Offensive Skills Development" in the AM Ice Session, and "Defensive Skills Development" in the PM Ice Session.

    *In select cities, your player may have the option to participate in a Half Day or Full Day version of this program.
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