Learn to Play Fundamental Skills

Learn-to-Play Fundamental Skills by Coach Rox

Every player starts somewhere and it can pay off dividends to start with a solid foundation.

The most used skill in ice hockey is skating. Therefore, arguably, it is the most important skill that a hockey player has. But everyone must start somewhere. And getting a foundational skills correct from the start will allow players to advance to more advanced techniques. So this section starts from the beginning: Learn To Skate.

First Steps

Everyone has to start somewhere and that's the first step. These steps don't even have to be on the ice. It's important to walk on top of your blades.

Many new skaters have a tendency to lean on the inside of their skates with their feet wider. ** We call this the tripod because it looks like a camera tripod.**

It's a very logical and natural place for a new skater to start. That is because the skater's bone structure is supporting their weight. But it will not help them learn to balance on their skates.

Learn-to-Play Fundamental Skills by Coach Rox

First Steps

Hockey Position

Skating with a Puck

Stickhandling

Passing

Shooting