👉 Schedule
Shield Goaltending U11 Goalie Sessions build strong fundamentals through repetition, quality coaching and direct feedback. The habits a goalie builds at this age are the habits they carry into every level they play. Every session reinforces the core movements young goaltenders will rely on as they develop.
Who It Is For
Goaltenders born in 2016 and 2017. Returning Shield goalies registered for the full year receive priority, so public spots are limited.
Program Focus
Our main focus for U11 is crease management and positioning. Many young goalies play too deep in their net. We teach proper depth and angles so they take away more of the net and give shooters less to see.
Every week we also work on:
- Active hands to cover high shots
- Patience and staying on their feet longer
- Save selection on low and high shots
- Skating and crease movement
- Tracking the puck all the way into the save
- Rebound control and recovery
- Breakaway technique
The goal is not simply to complete drills. We want every goaltender to understand why they are making each movement, so they can trust those habits in games.
Schedule
Location: St. Bon's Forum
Thursday group: Thursdays at 4:00 PM, October 8 to December 10, 2026
Sunday group: Sundays at 8:00 AM, October 11 to December 13, 2026
Length: 10 sessions (see all dates)
Group Size and Coaching
Each group has a maximum of 12 goaltenders and 7 or more goalie coaches on the ice, so there is about one coach for every two goalies. Each station has its own instructor, so goalies get feedback and corrections all session long. Extra shooters join when a drill needs game situation repetitions.
Why Shield
- Direct feedback from experienced goalie coaches every session
- Small groups with a low goalie to coach ratio
- A positive, supportive goalie environment
- Growing confidence and a real understanding of the position
Make Up Sessions (click for details)
We know it is not always possible to attend every session. Goaltenders can receive up to two make up sessions, based on available space. Let us know at least 24 hours before a session you will miss and we will do our best to place you in another Shield session. Make up sessions cannot be guaranteed.
Questions? Email info@shieldgoaltending.com