KERN Hockey Camps are built for athletes serious about elevating every layer of their game. Each session delivers focused, high‑rep training with advanced techniques, detailed instruction, and true game‑speed execution. Our coaching model is precise and uncompromising. We break down skills to their core mechanics so players understand exactly how and why elite techniques work. Athletes train with purpose, intensity, and accountability—pushed beyond comfort zones and into real performance growth.

With modern teaching methods, high‑tempo progressions, and clear communication, players learn age‑appropriate skills they can apply immediately on the ice. From foundational mechanics to advanced situational play, our camps raise the baseline skill level and prepare athletes to compete with confidence.Built for players who want real development—not just ice time—KERN Hockey Camps deliver the structure, detail, and intensity needed to unlock full potential.

Elite Powerskating & Hockey Skills Camp

8/17-8/21 @Maple Grove Ice Arena

• Levels: Mite/Squirt & Peewee/Bantam

• Dates: August 18th - August 22nd

• Days: Monday through Friday

• Times: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM (Full-day camp)

• Location: Maple Grove Ice Arena

• Prorate & Drop-in options listed below

Camp Overview:

This camp provides professional on-ice training specifically designed to elevate your player's skating performance. We offer detailed instruction, precise technique breakdown, clear demonstrations, effective habit correction, and identify specific areas for improvement for each participant.

During this intensive camp, our primary focus will be on mastering fundamental skating skills, both with and without a puck. We emphasize studying specific skating mechanics with high repetitions to build muscle memory and efficiency.

Key Skating Mechanics & Techniques:

• Forward and Backward Stride: Focusing on extension, recovery, weight transfer, and changes of speed.

• Edges: Mastering inside edge, outside edge, and flat edge control.

• Heel Stride: Wide stance pushing off your inside edges.

• Toe Starts: Both "walking" and "running" on your toes for explosive acceleration.

• Power-Turns

• Mohawks

• Crossovers

• Transitions and Pivots: Enhancing lateral movement, agility, reflexes, and speed.

• Jumps: Improving balance and control.

Pucks will be consistently incorporated into the skating drills, ensuring players can execute their refined skating techniques with a puck, directly translating skills to game situations.

We also believe in making training engaging and fun! Sessions will include activities focused on strength, power, and endurance, such as bungee cords, tug-of-war, dodgeball, football, and kickball. To cap off each session, we'll include 3 vs. 3 games to apply learned skills in a competitive environment.

Stickhandling, Dekes, & Scoring Hockey Camp

8/24-8/28 @Champlin Ice Forum

• Levels: Mite/Squirt & Peewee/Bantam

• Dates: August 25th - August 29th

• Days: Monday through Friday

• Times: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM (Full-day camp)

• Location: Champlin Ice Forum

• Prorate and drop-in options listed below

This camp provides professional on-ice training designed to elevate your player's offensive game. We offer detailed instruction, precise technique breakdown, clear demonstrations, effective habit correction, and identify specific areas for improvement for each participant.

During this intensive camp, our primary focus will be on mastering stickhandling set-up positions (forehand, backhand, quarter body, cross body, and full expansion of reach). To effectively execute dekes, players must first learn how to prepare and position the puck. Before every deke, you need to place the puck in one of the five essential setup positions to successfully complete and execute your move. We will combine these set-up positions with various dekes, leading directly into a shot, all within in-game drills that seamlessly transfer to real game scenarios.

Key Focus Areas:

SET-UP POSITIONS

All the necessary stickhandling positions listed below will be learned to effectively set up all dekes:

• Between the Feet: For quick changes of direction and tight control.

• Forehand: Standard strong-side control.

• Quarter: Intermediate position for quick moves.

• Cross-body: Essential for deceptive movements and opening lanes.

• Backhand: Crucial for protecting the puck and moving into scoring areas.

REACHES

Using your puck set-up positions, we will work on controlling the puck when extended away from the body, enhancing your ability to maintain possession and evade defenders:

• Lateral Reach Forehand

• Lateral Reach Backhand

• Full Lateral Reach

DEKES

We will work on dekes from all set-up positions and at different angles, preparing players to have a variety of options when looking to defeat a defender or goalie:

• Foot-to-foot: Quick, deceptive puck movement.

• Slips Throughs: Maneuvering the puck through tight spaces.

• Pull Back: Creating space from a defender.

• Toe Pull: Bringing the puck into a shooting or deking position.

• Pull In/Push Out: Controlling defender's stick and body.

• Side Deke: Changing angles to open up lanes.

Additional Info, Fees, Daily Schedule, & Reminders

Program Details:

• Days/Times: Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM (Full-day camp).

• Levels: Mite/Squirt & PeeWee/Bantam.

• On-Ice Sessions: Two (2) 1.5-hour on-ice sessions per day.

• Groups: Athletes will be divided into age- and skill-appropriate groups.

• Staff: We provide comprehensive support to ensure players are properly equipped and comfortable throughout the camp.

• Camp Lunch: Not provided. Please bring a packed lunch (include protein bars/shakes). Snack money is recommended as vending machines are available at the rink.

• Dryland Training: Daily plyometrics, core training, conditioning, and agility

• Chalk Talk: Player development points of emphasis, stickhandling homework, nutrition, and gear specifications.

• Scrimmages: The last 15 minutes of each second on-ice session will be used for 3 vs. 3 or 5 vs. 5 games.

• Friday Game Day: During the second and last session, there will be a full scrimmage.

• Required: Full hockey gear, athletic wear for dryland, and a water bottle.

Camp Fee Options:

• Full Camp Fee: $495 (Lunches are not included).

• Prorated: $100 per athlete, per day (For 2 or more “pick & choose” dates)

• Drop In: $110 per athlete, per day

• Discounts:

  -20% off when registering for two Summer camps by 2/28

  -10% off sibling discount by 3/31

  -35% off Buddy Pass 1 Camp: Register together and get 35% OFF the second player! More info below.

  -50% off Buddy Pass 2 Camps: Register for two weeks together and get 50% OFF the second player! More info below.

Maple Grove Camp Schedule (Daily):

• 8:30 AM: Drop Off / Sign In

• 9:00 AM: On-Ice Session

• 10:30 AM: Dryland Training

• 11:30 AM: Chalk Talk

• 12:00 PM: Lunch

• 1:00 PM: Chalk Talk

• 1:30 PM: Off-ice Training

• 2:00 PM: Dryland / Games

• 3:00 PM: On-Ice Session

• 4:30 PM: Pick Up

Champlin Camp Schedule (Daily):

• 8:30 AM: Drop Off / Sign In

• 9:00 AM: On-Ice Session

• 10:30 AM: Dryland Training

• 11:30 AM: Chalk Talk

• 12:00 PM: Lunch

• 1:00 PM: Chalk Talk

• 1:30 PM: Off-ice Training

• 2:00 PM: Dryland / Games

• 3:00 PM: On-Ice Session

• 4:30 PM: Pick Up

Camp Reminders:

• Arrival/Drop Off: Player or parent must sign in at the lobby table when arriving.

• Assigned Lockers: Lockers 1-2: Mite/Squirt, Lockers 3-4: PeeWee/Bantam, Girls: Ref Room

• Late Check-In or Early Pick-Up: Please text 612.666.3930.

• Allergies/Medication/Waiver of Liability: A waiver form must be signed in person on Monday morning.

• Dryland Training Exercises: Be sure to bring athletic wear.

• Camp Lunch: Not provided. Bring a lunch, protein bars/shakes, and snack money.

• Jersey & T-shirt: Receive your jersey/T-shirt at check-in Monday morning. Note: If you register for multiple camps, you will receive only 1 jersey & 1 T-shirt.

• Required Items: Full Hockey Gear, Snacks, Athletic Wear, & Water Bottle.

• Scrimmage: Friday Game Day: During the last on-ice session, there will be a full-ice scrimmage.

Buddy Pass Special (35% OFF or 50% OFF)

When two players sign up for the same program at the same time, the first player pays standard tuition and the second player (“the Buddy”) receives a discounted rate.

Perfect for players seeking consistent development throughout Spring & Summer. Register together for the full clinic package and receive the highest long term value.

Option 1: 1 Camp Buddy Pass (35% OFF)

• Buy one camp registration at full price and get the second at 35% off. Ideal for friends or siblings who want to train together during a specific week.

Example Camp Tuition: $495

• Player 1 pays: $495 (full price)

• Player 2 pays: $321.75 (35% off)

• Total Savings: $173.25

Option 2: 2 Camp Buddy Pass (50% OFF)

Buy two camp registrations at full price and get the second two at 50% off. Best for players committed to multiple weeks of summer training.

Example Two players attending two camps each (4 total registrations)

• Standard Cost: $1,980 ($495 × 4)

• Player 1 pays for 2 camps: $990

• Player 2 pays for 2 camps: $495 (50% off)

• Total Investment: $1,485

• Total Savings: $495

Buddy Pass Fine Print for Parents

• Simultaneous Registration: Both players must register at the same time to receive the discount.

• Eligibility: Applies to new registrations only and cannot be combined with other promotions.

• Payment: Families may split the total cost or have one primary registrant pay in full. Please include payment details when submitting registration.

Registration & Payment:

• Payment: All payments are made through Venmo: @JoshKern-MN.

• Roster Spot: To secure your spot, please ensure your payment is submitted promptly through Venmo. In the description, please include the following essential details: Player Name, Program Name, Dates (or) Number of Prorated sessions or Drop-in sessions (if applicable).

REGISTRATION FORM

To finalize your registration and secure your roster spot, please complete the online form and submit payment. Athletes are not added to a roster until payment is received.

• Payment: Submit payment via Venmo: @JoshKern MN Please include: Player Name, Program Name, and Dates (or number of prorated/drop in sessions).

• Important Policies: All payments are non refundable. Due to limited roster spots, no refunds will be issued for any reason (medical or otherwise).