Player's Edge Programs

Beginner’s Clinic:
(30 minutes)

@ Birmingham Studio Rink
It is designed as a fun introduction to hockey for players aged 3-7.The Beginner’s Clinic is intended for FIRST or SECOND YEAR skaters with little or no on-ice experience. The stick and puck will be introduced, but simple drills that teach proper skating technique are the main emphasis. Players will work on balance, skating posture, stopping, turning, pushing, and gliding.

Pre-Novice Clinic:
(45 minutes)

@ Birmingham Main Rink
Is designed for players ages 7-14 with some basic skating experience. The Pre-Novice Clinic will teach the fundamentals of skating technique and introduce basic hockey skills. After a brief warm-up, 45 minutes will focus on balance, stride, edge work, crossovers, transitions, and puck control. Attention to detail with high-tempo drills is the foundation for this group, making it a destination for many players looking to supplement their weekly team skates.

Advanced Clinic:
(45 minutes)

@ Birmingham Main Rink
It is designed for players aged 9-14 with high-level travel-level hockey experience. The Advanced Clinic focuses on intensive individual edge work and stride development for high-level players. Players performing drills at top speed, allowing them to compete in games at the same speed.

Mondays from 6:30-7:00pm

Series I - 12 weeks (Sept 14 - Nov 30)

Series II - 12 weeks (Dec 7 - Mar 9)

- No classes Dec 28 & Jan 18

Mondays from 6:15-7:00pm

Series I - 12 weeks (Sept 14 - Nov 30)

Series II - 12 weeks (Dec 7 - Mar 9)

- No classes Dec 28 & Jan 18

Mondays from 7:35-8:20pm

Series I - 12 weeks (Sept 14 - Nov 30)

Series II - 12 weeks (Dec 7 - Mar 9)

- No classes Dec 28 & Jan 18

It is mandatory for all classes that players have a caged helmet, hockey gloves, stick, elbow & knee pads, as well as a neck guard. All individuals entering the arena are expected to follow the building health and safety guidelines.

Registration Form

Player's name

Address

Phone

Player's Age

Player's Team

Registering for:

Series I

Series II

Series I & II

I need a Series prorated

Level:

Beginner - $288

Pre-Novice - $372

Advanced - $372

*Please note that the final placement of players into the appropriate levels is at the discretion of the coaches

A full non-refundable payment is required with all applications. We accept cash, checks, and Venmo @Matthew-Gadlage (last 4 digits 0829)

Please make the checks payable to:

The Player’s Edge

2258 Hunt Club Dr.

Bloomfield Hills, MI 48304

There is a $30 fee charged for returned checks

Parental Consent:

I/We hereby authorize the participation of the above-mentioned player(s) in The Playerʼs Edge Hockey School. I/We further agree that instructors, Matthew and Angelika Gadlage, shall not be held liable for any injury, illness, damage, or loss incurred by the player(s) while attending or participating in this program.

Parent(s) Name

Date

Signature

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