Learn to Skate from a Real Pro
with
John Dillon’s Explosive Power Skating Instructors
at Wallace Civic Center (Gaetz Arena)
TCYHA and P.A.T.Y.H. have joined together to offer an exceptionalopportunity to youth interested in ice skating and the game of hockey. John Dillon was New England Regional Champion and placed 4th nationally in his respective category as a Competitive Figure Skater in 1997. John’s Figure Skating and Hockey background set him apart as the founder and director of his Explosive Power Skating & Hockey School. He has worked at the youth, Division 1 College, Professional and NHL levels. John employs instructors who have trained with him to teach his proven techniques. John has his Bachelor's degree in Psychology and believes in positive reinforcement. His philosophy of “practice doesn't make perfect, it makes permanent,” is a cornerstone of the curriculum, whereby instructors correct students so they can form proper muscle memory and improve their skating skills by doing drills and exercises correctly.
Learn to Skate: First session - January 2, 2010 at 10:40 am
Cost: $160
Learn to Skate is recommended for skaters ages 4 and up. It emphasizes skating techniques in a fun environment designed for those who have never skated or those who want to improve their hockey or figure skating. Participants will be evaluated and advanced only after meeting specific skating skill standards. Limited to 72 participants.
Equipment
All skaters are required to provide the following:
Skates Shin guards (please wear under clothing)
HECC-approved Helmet Mittens, gloves, or hockey gloves
Elbow pads
Hockey Development:
First session - January 2, 2010 at 11:50 am
Cost: $175
Hockey Development incorporates both advanced hockey skating and hockey playing skills and is intended for those interested in participating in team play. Players must have satisfied the requirements of LTS prior to being considered for Hockey Development. All new participants will be enrolled in Learn to Skate until proof of skating mastery is
demonstrated. Limited to 36 participants
Equipment
All participants are required to provide the following:
Hockey Skates Shoulder pads
Ice hockey gloves Shin guards & straps
Stick cut to length and taped Athletic cup
Elbow pads Hockey pants with either belt or suspenders
Hockey socks and sock garter
HECC-approved hockey helmet and face cage
Pricing:
The fee for the Winter 10 week Learn to Skate Program - $160
The fee for the Winter 10 Hockey Development Program - $175
A 10% discount will be offered to those who register and pay for both the Fall and Winter sessions by October 25, 2009. Children born before 2003 are required to register with USA Hockey and will incur the $35 fee. All participants will be provided with a practice jersey to keep. Complete session schedules and registration forms are available at www.pat-hockey.org
Do you have questions about the program?
Please contact:
P.A.T. President: Kevin Joy - 978-597-6680
P.A.T. Registrar: Kim Haluska - 978-597-2897
