Hockey Overview/Programs

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National Sports Development has very quickly become Calgary's most popular and talked about youth to professional hockey development organization offering year round training both on and off the ice. NSD’s focused and committed approach to specific skill and conditioning programs allow each of NSD's athletes to enhance their own competitive advantages, regardless of level played. Programs are specially designed and suitable for all ages and skill levels.

NSD's head instructor is Rick Alexander, a native Calgarian who is highly regarded by his peers. Rick has spent the last 20 years playing and coaching in Europe's top divisions, enjoying much success. All of NSD's professionally trained Hockey Directors and Coaches are hand picked because of their specific skill set they each bring to NSD's programs.

On-ice drills will include multi-directional skating skills such as the forward stride, tight turns, pivots, crossovers, first step Quickness, footwork, mobility, head positioning, gap control, angling and contact (Pee Wee and older). As well, position specific drills will be implemented.

All aspects of NSD programs place a large emphasis on learning explosive stride power, efficiency of movement, speed, agility, quickness, (SAQ) power and proper mechanics. NSD's development programs have been called, "awesome", "strict", "fun", "energetic", "fast paced" and "unparallel".

NSD Hockey’s mission is to build the confidence and effectiveness of each athlete while providing an opportunity for each player to reach their maximum playing potential.

For more information on these programs or to have NSD customize a program for you and your team, please contact Donna Kozun - Hocky Business Development, at 403.201.8788 ext. 300 or .