Summer Holiday Camps
Up Your Game With Darin This Summer Break!
Perfect for Beginner & Intermediate Players!
Looking to boost your skating and puck skills this holiday season? Our Summer Camps are designed for young hockey players who want to improve balance, skating technique, puck control, shooting, and overall confidence on the ice. Each session combines skill-building drills with exciting puck battles, mini-games, and scrimmages to make learning fun and engaging.
Please note: All Hockey programs require players to provide their own full equipment. This includes, but is not limited to: a CSA-approved helmet with full face mask, skates, hockey stick, neck guard, shoulder pads/chest protector, elbow pads, gloves, hockey pants, shin guards, protective cup, jersey, and hockey socks. Excellent Ice does not have any equipment for loan or rental.
What to Expect with Red Light Hockey Seasonal Camps:
- Expert Instruction from Darin Vetterl, a certified Head Instructor and Coach with Excellent Ice since 2006
- Progressive Skill Development from foundational skills to complete game development
- Small Group Sizes for personalized attention and faster learning
- Fun, Engaging Atmosphere that keeps kids motivated and smiling
- Safe & Structured Environment with certified supervision and clear skill progression
Tots Mini Camp (Ages 3 to 6)
Five day beginner introduction to hockey focusing on skating application, puck control, stick handling, and simple game play in a fun, confidence building environment. Full equipment required, click here to register.
Pre-Requisite: Learn to Skate Level 2
| Dates & Ages | Time of Sessions | Registration Fee |
| 20th – 24th July 2026 | 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM | $220.00 |
| 27th – 31st July 2026 | 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM | $220.00 |
| 4th – 7th August 2026 | 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM | $176.00 (4-day camp) |
| 10th – 14th August 2026 | 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM | $220.00 |
| 17th – 21st August 2026 | 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM | $220.00 |
| 24th – 28th August 2026 | 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM | $220.00 |
Power Skating Camp (Ages 5 to 8)
Builds strong skating skills including stride technique, edge control, acceleration, stopping, crossovers, backward skating, and transitions to improve balance, speed, and confidence. Full equipment required, click here to register.
Pre-Requisite: Learn to Skate Level 2
| Dates & Ages | Time of Sessions | Registration Fee |
| 06th – 10th July 2026 | 04:00 PM – 5:00 PM | $220.00 |
| 13th – 17st July 2026 | 04:00 PM – 5:00 PM | $220.00 |
| 20th – 24th July 2026 | 04:00 PM – 5:00 PM | $220.00 |
| 27th – 31st July 2026 | 04:00 PM – 5:00 PM | $220.00 |
| 04th – 07th August 2026 | 04:00 PM – 5:00 PM | $176.00 (4-day camp) |
| 10th – 14th August 2026 | 04:00 PM – 5:00 PM | $220.00 |
| 17th – 21st August 2026 | 04:00 PM – 5:00 PM | $220.00 |
| 24th – 28th August 2026 | 04:00 PM – 5:00 PM | $220.00 |
Power Skating With Pucks (Ages 8 to 12)
Enhances skating with the puck through stride technique, edge control, acceleration, stopping, crossovers, and transitions in a high-tempo, skill focused environment. Click here to register.
Pre-Requisite: Power Skating or equivalent.
| Dates & Ages | Time of Sessions | Registration Fee |
| 13th – 17th July 2026 | 03:20 PM – 04:20 PM | $220.00 |
| 20th – 24th July 2026 | 03:20 PM – 04:20 PM | $220.00 |
| 27th – 31st July 2026 | 03:20 PM – 04:20 PM | $220.00 |
| 04th – 07th August 2026 | 03:20 PM – 04:20 PM | $176.00 (4-day camp) |
| 10th – 14th August 2026 | 03:20 PM – 04:20 PM | $220.00 |
| 17th – 21st August 2026 | 03:20 PM – 04:20 PM | $220.00 |
| 24th – 28th August 2026 | 03:20 PM – 04:20 PM | $220.00 |
Explosive Skating (Ages 6 to 10)
Enhances explosive skating through acceleration, agility, edge control, and balance in a high-intensity, performance-based environment. Click here to register.
Pre-Requisite: Power Skating or equivalent.
| Dates & Ages | Time of Sessions | Registration Fee |
| 20th – 24th July 2026 | 1:40 PM – 2:40 PM | $220.00 |
| 04th – 07th August 2026 | 1:40 PM – 2:40 PM | $176.00 (4-day camp) |
| 17th – 21st August 2026 | 1:40 PM – 2:40 PM | $220.00 |
| 24th – 28th August 2026 | 1:40 PM – 2:40 PM | $220.00 |
Shooting & Puck Control (Ages 5 to 12)
Develops puck control & scoring skills including stick handling, fakes, shooting technique, and puck protection to improve accuracy, creativity, and confidence. Click here to register.
Pre-Requisite: Learn to Skate Level 2
| Dates | Age Range | Time of Sessions | Registration Fee |
| 06th – 10th July 2026 | 8 – 12 Y/O | 04:30 PM – 5:30 PM | $220.00 |
| 06th – 10th July 2026 | 5 – 8 Y/O | 05:10 PM – 06:10 PM | $220.00 |
| 13th – 17th July 2026 | 8 – 12 Y/O | 04:30 PM – 5:30 PM | $220.00 |
| 13th – 17th July 2026 | 5 – 8 Y/O | 05:10 PM – 06:10 PM | $220.00 |
| 20th – 24th July 2026 | 8 – 12 Y/O | 04:30 PM – 5:30 PM | $220.00 |
| 20th – 24th July 2026 | 5 – 8 Y/O | 05:10 PM – 06:10 PM | $220.00 |
| 27th – 31th July 2026 | 8 – 12 Y/O | 04:30 PM – 5:30 PM | $220.00 |
| 27th – 31th July 2026 | 5 – 8 Y/O | 05:10 PM – 06:10 PM | $220.00 |
| 04th – 07th August 2026 | 8 – 12 Y/O | 04:30 PM – 5:30 PM | $176.00 (4-day camp) |
| 04th – 07th August 2026 | 5 – 8 Y/O | 05:10 PM – 06:10 PM | $176.00 (4-day camp) |
| 10th – 14th August 2026 | 8 – 12 Y/O | 04:30 PM – 5:30 PM | $220.00 |
| 10th – 14th August 2026 | 5 – 8 Y/O | 05:10 PM – 06:10 PM | $220.00 |
| 17th – 21st August 2026 | 8 – 12 Y/O | 04:30 PM – 5:30 PM | $220.00 |
| 17th – 21st August 2026 | 5 – 8 Y/O | 05:10 PM – 06:10 PM | $220.00 |
| 24th – 28th August 2026 | 8 – 12 Y/O | 04:30 PM – 5:30 PM | $220.00 |
| 24th – 28th August 2026 | 5 – 8 Y/O | 05:10 PM – 06:10 PM | $220.00 |
Advance Shooting (Ages 8 to 12)
Focuses on advanced shooting and puck skills including stick handling, fakes, shooting technique, and puck protection to improve accuracy, creativity and confidence. Click here to register.
Pre-Requisite: Shooting & Puck Control or equivalent.
| Dates & Ages | Time of Sessions | Registration Fee |
| 20th – 24th July 2026 | 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM | $220.00 |
| 10th – 14th August 2026 | 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM | $220.00 |
Defence Camp (Ages 8 to 12)
Emphasizes defensive play through skating application, positioning, gap control, breakouts, and 1-on-1 situations in a fast paced setting. Click here to register.
Pre-Requisite: Power Skating or equivalent
| Dates & Ages | Time of Sessions | Registration Fee |
| 20th – 24th July 2026 | 2:50 PM – 3:50 PM | $220.00 |
| 04th – 07th August 2026 | 2:50 PM – 3:50 PM | $176.00 (4-day camp) |
| 24th – 28th August 2026 | 2:50 PM – 3:50 PM | $220.00 |
High Performance Hockey (Ages 8 to 12)
Refines advance skills including edge control, explosive acceleration, puck placement, and puck control while promoting speed, precision, and decision-making in a high-intensity environment. Click here to register.
Pre-Requisite: Previous Minor Hockey experience.
| Dates | Time of Sessions | Registration Fee |
| 06th – 10th July 2026 | 6:20 PM – 7:20 PM | $220.00 |
| 13th – 17th July 2026 | 6:20 PM – 7:20 PM | $220.00 |
| 20th – 24th July 2026 | 6:20 PM – 7:20 PM | $220.00 |
| 27th – 31st July 2026 | 6:20 PM – 7:20 PM | $220.00 |
| 04th – 07th August 2026 | 6:20 PM – 7:20 PM | $176.00 (4-day camp) |
| 10th – 14th August 2026 | 6:20 PM – 7:20 PM | $220.00 |
| 17th – 21th August 2026 | 6:20 PM – 7:20 PM | $220.00 |
| 24th – 28th August 2026 | 6:20 PM – 7:20 PM | $220.00 |
Total Hockey (Ages 6 to 10)
Focuses on well-rounded skill development including power skating, stick handling, shooting, small-area games, and performance drills in a high energy, fast-paced environment. 3 hours of ice time daily. Please bring a small snack each day. Click here to register.
Pre-Requisite: Learn to Skate Level 2
| Dates & Ages | Time of Sessions | Registration Fee |
| 20th – 24th July 2026 | 08:30 – 12:00 PM | $500.00 |
| 27th – 31st July 2026 | 08:30 – 12:00 PM | $500.00 |
| 10th – 14th August 2026 | 08:30 – 12:00 PM | $500.00 |
| 17th – 21st August 2026 | 08:30 – 12:00 PM | $500.00 |
| 24th – 28th August 2026 | 08:30 – 12:00 PM | $500.00 |
U11 ATOM/U13 Peewee Prep (Ages 8 to 13)
Focuses on tryout preparation including explosive skating, advanced stick handling, shooting, and small-area games to enhance speed, confidence, and competitive edge. Click here to register.
Pre-Requisite: Previous Minor Hockey experience.
| Dates & Ages | Time of Sessions | Registration Fee |
| 10th – 14th August 2026 | 05:40 PM – 06:40 PM | $220.00 |
| 17th – 21st August 2026 | 05:40 PM – 06:40 PM | $220.00 |
| 24th – 28th August 2026 | 05:40 PM – 06:40 PM | $220.00 |
U15 BANTAM/U18 Midget Prep (Ages 13 to 18)
Focuses on tryout preparation including explosive skating, advanced stick handling, shooting, and small-area games to enhance speed, confidence, and competitive edge. Click here to register.
Pre-Requisite: Previous Minor Hockey experience.
| Dates & Ages | Time of Sessions | Registration Fee |
| 06th – 10th July 2026 | 05:40 PM – 06:40 PM | $220.00 |
| 13th – 17th July 2026 | 05:40 PM – 06:40 PM | $220.00 |
| 20th – 24th July 2026 | 05:40 PM – 06:40 PM | $220.00 |
| 27th – 31st July 2026 | 05:40 PM – 06:40 PM | $220.00 |
| 04th – 07th August 2026 | 05:40 PM – 06:40 PM | $176.00 (4-day camp) |
Darin Vetterl
Head Hockey Instructor
Darin Vetterl is a Level 4 USA Certified Coach and has been the Head Instructor at Excellent Ice since 2006. He has coached players of all ages and skill levels from Minor Hockey, Junior, to University players. Throughout his over 30 years of coaching and training experience, he has coached hockey players throughout Vancouver, USA, and Australia. Darin continues to put programs together that fit the needs of all players in our community.
