Welcome to the

FLORIDA QUEST

The Florida Quest Youth Hockey Team is an exclusive travel hockey team. Our coaches and staff provide professional instruction and leadership, with the support of health advisors and physical therapist. Our coaches and staff provide valuable development to all players/coaches through their hybrid teaching methods and utilizing exclusive staff within the team. All players and goalies have access to their own team doctor, coaching staff, skills & skating coaches, physical therapists, nutrionists and tutors. Players find accelerated development and compete in domestic and international matches.

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SPRING AND SUMMER INFORMATION

SPRING/SUMMER DETAILS

Location: Ellenton Ice Sports Complex, Ellenton, Florida

Dates: May 13th-16th, May 27th-30th, June 10th-13th, June 24th-27th, July 22nd-25th 2024.

Ages/Gender: Boys and Girls, 7 years old to 15 years old.

Levels: A, AA, AAA

Attendee’s: All programming is limited to 20 players on the ice. Others will be added to our waitlist.

Fee: $85 per player/goalie (includes 1.5hr of on ice training and 1hr of off ice training). Training packages are available.

PROGRAM DETAILS

Costs: Packages available for 1 day, 2 day, and 1 week.

Ice Time: 6 hours of ice time per week in the evening (Mondays: 6:00-7:30PM, Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursdays: 5:45-7:15PM)

Dry Land: Mondays: 5:00-5:45/50PM, Tues/Wed/Thursdays: 7:30-8:30PM

Off Weeks: Players are to following training sessions at home, follow HockeyFIT organized training provided by your coaching staff, and attend video sessions.

Coaches: Professional CDT and former professional Coaches, former NHL players and gold medal winers.

UPON CHECKOUT YOU WILL LIST THE DATES YOU WOULD LIKE TO ATTEND THE SKATES.

Florida Program

DEVELOPMENT VALUE

Through the previous years, our unique hybrid model of training, incorporating European style training has been proven as many of our players move on to the next level of hockey year after year. Spring season is a pivotal part of this, and assists players/goalies in accelerating their personal development. Our Spring/Summer skates provide our players/goalies with the following;

  • Former European National team coaches
  • Former NHL veteran coaches
  • Off ice training; coordination, speed, agility, strength, mobility and more
  • Skill specific coaches (shooting, goalie, skating, skills)
  • Our weekly athletes are assessed on day one with our on ice coaches and off ice coaches and team, laying out goals for the season
  • Bi-monthly assessment (long term athletes)
  • Use of our personalized technology, HockeyFIT
  • Access to our entire support team; dryland coaches, nutritionists, sports psychologist, scouts, advisors, doctors, trainers and more.

Off Ice

TRAINING & RECOVERY

Our company takes immense pride in our off-ice training program tailored specifically for youth hockey players. We prioritize a comprehensive approach that integrates physical conditioning, skill development, and mental resilience. Through a combination of strength and agility exercises, tailored nutrition plans, and specialized drills designed to improve skating, shooting, and puck-handling skills, we aim to equip young athletes with the tools they need to excel on the ice. Moreover, we emphasize the importance of mental toughness and sportsmanship, offering workshops on goal-setting, visualization, and teamwork. Our experienced coaches provide personalized attention, guidance, and support, fostering an environment where young players can thrive, grow, and ultimately reach their full potential both on and off the ice.

Off site and virtual training is provided by Caitlin Hogan, Team USA Olympian, and former women’s hockey player.

Our Approach

TO PLAYER DEVELOPMENT

The on and off-ice development program offered by Florida Quest stands out for several key reasons. First and foremost, the program boasts a team of highly experienced and skilled coaches dedicated to fostering player growth. Their expertise ensures a comprehensive training approach that covers both the physical and mental aspects of the game.

In terms of on-ice development, Florida Quest provides innovative and personalized training techniques, tailoring sessions to individual player needs. This approach maximizes skill acquisition and overall performance improvement. The program’s commitment to staying abreast of the latest advancements in hockey training contributes to its effectiveness.

Off the ice, Florida Quest distinguishes itself by offering a holistic development experience. The inclusion of strength and conditioning programs, mental resilience training, and nutritional guidance sets this program apart. By addressing the player’s overall well-being, the program enhances performance and promotes long-term success.

Additionally, the track record of player development success stories further underscores the program’s efficacy. Players who have participated in Florida Quest have consistently demonstrated notable progress in their skills, contributing to the program’s reputation as a top choice for aspiring hockey players.

In summary, Florida Quest’s on and off-ice development surpasses others due to its experienced coaching staff, innovative training methods, holistic approach to player well-being, and a proven track record of success in player development.

OUR COACHING STAFF AND TEAM