As we celebrate our 40th anniversary, we do so with a profound sense of gratitude for all who have been part of our journey—campers, parents, staff, and the broader Heartland family. Sandy Jensen and her amazing staff are looking forward to continuing the Heartland journey by making more memories, forging new friendships, and continuing to inspire hockey players worldwide. Here's to many more years of success, friendship, and hockey magic at Heartland Hockey Camp.
Heartland Hockey pulls off an incredible hockey feat! This year, Heartland had to modify its programs and camp experience, cutting its capac- ity by 50 percent. Heartland Hockey Camp operated this summer under strict guidelines and precau- tions in order to keep campers, their family members and Heartland staff safe and COVID-free.
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I remember the first day our boy’s feet hit the ice. I still see it in my head like it was yesterday, his helmet looking like it was so big it was going to tip him over. He ran across the ice at full speed, not knowing yet how to skate. He was so determined to shoot a puck, that he refused to let go of his hockey stick to figure out how to skate. It took him an hour to figure it out. And then it was done…and he was hooked. It’s an affliction for many, and while I loved his love for this incredible game, I had no idea just how much this game would give him in return.
What’s New at Heartland Hockey Camp?
Every year, Heartland Hockey Camp is dedicated to improving our camp. In just the last few years, we've made some major improvements including, a new paved main entrance driveway, multiple new upgraded lodging units, improved lighting in our arena, new dorm roof, new weight room, new beach toys, and much more! 2019 is a big year for us as we're in the process of adding even more upgrades! Check out our new additions below.
Heartland Hockey Camp By the Numbers!
With 20+ hours of ice time, 5:1 coaching ratio, 7,600 ft of private lakeshore property and more, it’s no surprise Heartland Hockey Camp is one of the best hockey camps in the world! Take a look at some of our features to understand why Heartland Hockey Camp is one week of unbelievable fun!
The Heartland Hockey Camp recently competed in the 2018 European Hockey Classic, in Zell am See, Austria, the week of October 2-7, 2018. The tournament featured teams from the following countries; Canada, USA, Sweden, Finland, Germany, Austria, Switzerland & Hungary.
What are you doing to evaluate your game, and to prepare for next season?
This process beings with an honest assessment of your game. Do you need to improve your shot? How about your stickhandling? Powerskating, speed and quickness are skills that every player should focus on. Sitting down and taking the time to think back to your season, and identifying areas of your game that need improvement are important first step to taking your game to the next level this summer!
The most thrilling experience of all was the performance of the USA Hockey Women's Olympic team in the Gold Medal game. I have watched and coached thousands of of hockey games during my lifetime from youth to college hockey, junior hockey and even the NHL, and this game was, by far, the most entertaining, inspiring and exciting game I have ever seen in 63 years. I was literally on the edge of my seat the entire Olympic Gold Medal game, sitting just eight rows off the ice!
We all want to become a better hockey player. The question is, what is the best path for development? USA Hockey's ADM Program is an excellent age-appropriate model providing a framework for developing skills throughout a youth hockey career. One example is the importance of small area games. A great video making a case for small area games at the younger ages shows adult hockey players playing on a giant ice rink equal to that of what an eight year old might feel like on a full sized rink.
We all want to become a better hockey player. The question is, what is the best path for development? USA Hockey's ADM Program is an excellent age-appropriate model providing a framework for developing skills throughout a youth hockey career. One example is the importance of small area games. A great video making a case for small area games at the younger ages shows adult hockey players playing on a giant ice rink equal to that of what an eight year old might feel like on a full sized rink.
