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GET TO KNOW PALISADE HOCKEY

MEET THE COACH

Ben Smieja, the founder and owner of Palisade Hockey, is passionate about turning young athletes into well-rounded hockey players. A 2013 graduate of Warroad High School, Benji played two years of Junior A Hockey and four years of College Hockey before transitioning to coaching. With five years of coaching experience, Benji brings a wealth of knowledge and a unique approach to player development.

Founded in 2022, Palisade Hockey was born out of a desire to help young hockey players achieve their goals and dreams. Benji set out to create a program that not only develops hockey skills but also fosters a deep love for the game. Palisade Hockey is dedicated to providing top-tier training that empowers players to reach their full potential.

CONSISTENCY & DEDICATION

We believe that consistency is key to player development, which is why our camp sessions are held multiple times a week over several weeks. This consistent, repetitive training allows young athletes to continuously build on their skills, reinforce key techniques, and develop a deeper understanding of the game. By maintaining a regular training schedule, we ensure that our participants receive the dedicated time and practice needed to see real improvement and progress in their hockey performance. Join us for a comprehensive and consistent training experience that sets the foundation for long-term success.

OUR SUMMER CAMPS

At Palisade Hockey, we offer a variety of camps tailored to different age groups. Each camp is designed to provide focused, intensive training that covers all essential hockey skills. We deliver high-quality instruction and personalized feedback, ensuring that each player can reach their full potential. With sessions held multiple times a week over several weeks, our camps provide the consistency needed for real improvement. Don't miss the opportunity to elevate your game and join a community of passionate hockey players in Warroad - Hockey Town Minnesota!

 

Book your spot today and experience the difference that dedicated, expert training can make!

SKATING
SESSION

Skill Development

A young player at Palisade Hockey practices puck handling skills on the ice in Warroad, Minnesota.

Unlock Your Potential on the Ice!

Our skill development focuses on puck handling, shooting, hockey awareness, passing, stick skills, angling, and body positioning. Our drills are designed to simulate game-like situations, providing hundreds of puck touches to reinforce essential skills. We emphasize the connection between each drill and real game scenarios.

To build proficiency, we follow a structured approach:

  1. Crawl: Start by understanding the fundamentals of stick, hand, and foot positioning.

  2. Walk: Progress through the drills to build confidence with edge work and puck handling.

  3. Run: Execute the drills at game speed to simulate real game conditions.

This method ensures that players develop the skills needed to excel on the ice.

Skating

Players engage in small area games at Palisade Hockey, enhancing their hockey IQ and puck handling skills in Warroad, Minneso

Dominate the Ice!

Edge work, speed, agility, and power.

The stronger, more confident, and more powerful we are on our skates, the more space we can create for ourselves on the ice. By honing our skating skills, we become versatile and effective hockey players. Developing these essential skating tools transforms athletes into multi-talented players capable of excelling in every aspect of the game.

Small Area Games

A Palisade Hockey coach conducts a private skill session, focusing on shooting technique in Warroad, MN

August 5 - August 30

Boost Your Hockey IQ!

These games are designed with different rules and objectives to enhance hockey IQ. Small area games provide numerous puck touches, fostering problem-solving skills and creating valuable learning opportunities for players.

READY TO ELEVATE YOUR GAME?

Register today and take the first step towards honing your skills and enhancing your game.

Skating

Skill Development

Small Area Games

Strength

Hockey IQ

Agility

Players engage in small area games at Palisade Hockey, enhancing their hockey IQ and puck handling skills in Warroad, Minneso

Date: July 29th - August 30th  

Duration: 5 weeks, 4 days a week 

Days: Mondays. Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays 

Time: 8-8:45 AM 

Price: $400

Date: August 5th - August 30th  

Duration: 4 weeks, 3 days a week 

Days: Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays  

Time: 3-4 PM 

Price: $350 

Date: August 5th – August 30th  

Duration: 4 weeks, 2 days a week 

Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays  

Time: 4:10-5:10 PM 

Price: $300 

Date: August 5th – August 30th  

Duration: 4 weeks, 2 days a week 

Days: Mondays & Wednesdays  

Time: 4:10-5:10 PM 

Price: $300 

Where Your Hockey Goals
Become Reality

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Register Now and Elevate Your Game!

Our mission is to make hockey more affordable, accessible and consistent throughout the summer months.

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