👉 Schedule
Goalies cannot move around the crease without strong mobility and skating skills. Skating is the most critical aspect of goaltending. The Shield Power Skating (PS) program will cover proper movements, skating techniques and edgework to help goalies become stronger skaters.
The main focus area will be on Pre-Save and Post-Save skating habits for goalies to feel comfortable on their feet, to improve their ability to set up to the puck with good positioning and move with proper technique.
Time: Saturdays, @10am at the Capital Hyundai Arena
Date: September 6th to December 20th, 2025 (16 Sessions)
Size of group: max 6 goaltenders with a minimum of 2 goalie coaches on the ice
Benefits of Power Skating
- Be in a positive environment
- Become a strong skater
- Improve puck handling
- Master movement techniques
- Develop good muscle memory and body control
- Creative and fun skating
- Get shots from players
Layout of Power Skating Sessions
Each session is primarily focused on goalie-specific skating and edgework, with added work on puck handling skills. In some sessions, goalies will also face a limited number of shots, but this will be a small portion of the practice. The emphasis remains on building strong movement habits, balance, and control.
Why Power Skating is important:
Power Skating is a fundamental skill for goaltenders. Learning to be an excellent skater will help young goaltenders succeed and excel at early ages and give them the tools needed to build up to more advanced movements in the net.
Please contact us with questions or for more details at info@shieldgoaltending.com