ELEVATE YOUR GAME THIS OFF-SEASON
Exclusively For Elite Hockey Players Born 2011–2013
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Are you ready to take your game to the next level this off-season?
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Do you ever feel like you could be quicker, stronger, or more explosive—but just need the right plan to get there?
Too many young players spend their off-season working hard but making minimal progress—or worse, focusing on the wrong things. That’s where we come in.
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At Pure Strength Academy, we specialize in training youth hockey players to build a stronger, faster, and more resilient foundation for long-term success. With over a decade of experience working with minor and professional players, we’ve developed a proven system that goes beyond basic training. Our comprehensive approach focuses on age-appropriate strength, speed, agility, and injury prevention, ensuring young athletes develop the tools they need to excel at the next level.
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This is not just a workout plan—it’s a developmental blueprint to help young hockey players build confidence, move better, and compete harder.
Are you ready to put in the work and level up this off-season?
"I checked it out, came for a couple of sessions​​​ and never looked back... I wake up every morning and look forward to going to the gym"
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Liam Greentree, (Captain) Windsor Spitfires OHL
Drafted 26 Overall, Los Angeles Kings (2024)
Developing the Next Generation of Elite Hockey Players
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RELATIONSHIPS & TRUST
At Pure Strength Academy, we prioritize building trust through a personalized approach tailored to young athletes’ needs. Our coaches invest in meaningful relationships, ensuring that every player receives consistent support, expert guidance, and the confidence to develop their skills in a structured and motivating environment.
ACCOUNTABILITY
We create structured training habits by setting clear expectations, tracking progress, and providing regular performance assessments. Our coaches give direct feedback to help young players stay motivated, push their limits, and build strong, disciplined training habits that carry over to their game.
RESULTS-DRIVEN DEVELOPMENT
Our training is age-appropriate, progressive, and backed by proven methods. Every session is strategically designed to enhance speed, strength, agility, and overall athleticism, ensuring that players develop the skills needed to excel on the ice and build a strong foundation for long-term success.
CULTURE OF EXCELLENCE
We instill work ethic, discipline, and confidence in every young athlete. Our program fosters a supportive, competitive, and high-energy environment where players are encouraged to challenge themselves, develop resilience, and embrace the mindset needed to succeed both on and off the ice.
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Build Strength. Develop Speed. Train with Purpose.​
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Because Average is Never an Option.
"The mental toughness you build over the summer follows you into the season."
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Dylan Edwards, Erie Otters, OHL
"The culture at PSA is amazing. Every time I step in the gym it feels like home. Pure Strength has continuously helped me make the most of my off-season and prepares me to be the best I can be."
Elijah Gonsalvez
RIT, NCAA Div1
"When I started training with Pure Strength at 14 years old, my goal was to play professional hockey. I feel like this program has helped me excel on and off the ice and contributed to the opportunities I have had since."
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Sean Josling
San Diego Gulls, AHL
"The first year training with Pure Strength I really noticed a difference in my speed, strength and confidence heading into the season. Each year since, I improve my performance significantly and have full trust in the Pure Strength Team to help me get ready for the season. I am really thankful for everything they have done for me."
Luke Moncada
Asiago, ICEHL
THE PURE STRENGTH OFF-SEASON TRAINING PROCESS
Our Youth Performance Hockey Program is designed to develop young athletes (born 2011–2013) through a structured and systematic approach. Each player follows a progressive training model to ensure they gain strength, speed, mobility, and confidence while reducing injury risk.
STEP 1: ATHLETE ASSESSMENT & INTAKE
Before training begins, each athlete undergoes a comprehensive evaluation to establish a performance baseline and ensure their program aligns with their developmental stage. This includes:
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Anthropometric measurements (height, weight, body composition)
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Strength and power testing to gauge physical capabilities
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Mobility and movement screening to assess functional movement patterns
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Injury history review to address past or current limitations
This initial assessment allows us to tailor the program to meet each player’s needs and set a strong foundation for progress.
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STEP 2: INTEGRATED PROGRAMMING & NUTRITIONAL GUIDANCE
Based on the assessment, each player is integrated into our proven training blueprint, customized for their age, skill level, and developmental goals. This structured plan ensures they receive the right exercises, progressions, and adaptations for optimal performance.
Key components include:
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Strength and power development to build a strong, athletic foundation
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Speed, agility, and conditioning drills designed for quickness and endurance
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Mobility and flexibility work to improve movement efficiency and injury prevention
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Injury prevention strategies to develop durability and reduce the risk of common hockey injuries
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Nutritional advice and guidance to support performance, energy levels, and recovery
This well-rounded, high-performance system ensures that young athletes develop safely, effectively, and consistently throughout the off-season.
STEP 3: PROGRESSIVE PERIODIZATION & ON-ICE DEVELOPMENT
As the off-season progresses, training intensity and volume are strategically adjusted to align with the athlete’s growth and performance adaptations.
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Phased periodization to enhance strength, speed, endurance, and power in a structured manner
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Ongoing assessments to track progress and refine programming
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Hockey-specific adaptations to ensure off-ice strength translates effectively to on-ice performance
In addition to strength and conditioning, athletes participate in two on-ice sessions per week with professional coaches, focusing on:
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Skating mechanics and edge work
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Puck control, passing, and shooting
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Game-like scenarios and decision-making drills
A shuttle service to the rink is available upon request, making it easier for families to manage their schedules while ensuring players get the most out of their training.
This proven off-season system allows young hockey players to develop strength, speed, confidence, and skills while ensuring they enter the next season stronger, faster, and fully prepared for competition.
WHO IS THIS PROGRAM FOR?
The Pure Strength Academy Youth Off-Season Hockey Program is designed for elite hockey players born in 2011–2013 who are serious about developing their strength, speed, and on-ice skills. This program provides a structured, high-performance training experience where every athlete receives professional-level coaching and individualized attention to maximize their development.
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Athletes are grouped based on age, training experience, and skill level to ensure a challenging yet supportive environment where they can progress at the right pace.
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Training & Ice Schedule: Full Details at Registration
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Off-ice & on-ice training: 3 days per week (Tuesday – Thursday)
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Participants can register weekly or for the entire program
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Limited spaces available—enrollment is capped to maintain exclusivity
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Each player is assigned a dedicated training time, ensuring a structured and progressive approach throughout the off-season. The program also includes weekly on-ice skill development sessions, allowing athletes to seamlessly transition between strength training and hockey-specific skill work.
This program is designed for young athletes looking to build strength, improve speed, and develop on-ice confidence while laying the groundwork for long-term success in the game.
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WHAT’S INCLUDED?
📅 May 20th – August 29th | 3 Days Per Week
The Pure Strength Academy Youth Off-Season Hockey Program provides a comprehensive training system that develops strength, speed, agility, and on-ice skills while focusing on injury prevention, recovery, and proper nutrition. Each athlete trains in a structured, professional environment with access to expert coaching, customized programming, and specialized recovery services.
Strength & Conditioning
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Three training sessions per week, focusing on strength, speed, agility, and coordination
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Professionally designed programming emphasizing explosiveness, durability, and movement efficiency
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Specialized training sessions incorporating outdoor hill sprints, track work, and competitive group training environments
Nutrition & Recovery Support
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Age-appropriate nutrition guidance to support performance, energy levels, and recovery
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Pre/post-workout snacks to optimize muscle repair and growth
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On-site meal service available to help athletes fuel properly before and after training
Mobility & Wellness
Developing strong, mobile, and resilient athletes starts with proper movement, recovery, and lifestyle habits. Our program teaches young hockey players how to take care of their bodies both in and out of the gym to ensure they move better, recover faster, and stay injury-free.
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Daily mobility and stretching routines to improve flexibility, posture, and movement efficiency
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Education on sleep, hydration, and nutrition habits to support energy, recovery, and performance
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Guidance on maintaining healthy routines outside of training to promote long-term athletic development
On-Ice Development & Skill Work
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Three weekly on-ice skill sessions led by professional hockey coaches
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Focus on skating technique, puck control, shooting, and game-situation drills
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Shuttle service to the rink is available upon request for added convenience
Professional Coaching & High-Performance Environment
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Expert coaching staff with experience developing young athletes for elite hockey performance
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Athlete-first approach ensuring every player receives individual attention and coaching
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Premium fitness apparel included as part of the program
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This exclusive youth off-season program ensures players train with purpose, develop properly, and enter the season stronger, faster, and more confident than ever before.
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Spots are limited—secure yours today!
"YOU MUST EXPECT GREAT THINGS OF YOURSELF BEFORE YOU CAN DO THEM."
"Pure Strength Academy has been game changing for me. They designed a program that helped me improve my overall athletic ability and educated me on lifestyle habits to increase my performance.
My biggest takeaway is how crucial nutrition, sleep and work ethic are if you expect to make it to the next level. These are tips I have brought into my season and I believe they have helped me stay consistent, keep routines and work my hardest."
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Tnias Mathurin
North Bay Battalion, OHL
Detroit Red Wings Prospect
Josh and his staff at PSA were a huge part of preparing me for my current hockey season. My speed, agility, and conditioning vastly improved over the course of the summer because of his unique training methods. Josh always had a positive attitude and I really felt I got the most out of each phase of the program because of his one-on-one attention. He was hands on and always challenged me to push myself to achieve more. The max lifts I achieved by the end of the summer were some of my personal bests. I did not only become stronger, but my overall lifting techniques became better as Josh identified and encouraged me to work on areas where I needed improvement.
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Nick Trecapelli
Cortina, AlpsHL Serie A
10+ Years Pro Hockey
"Pure Strength Academy is professional. I have only been with Josh for a year, but noticed my development skyrocket the first summer spent with him. I got stronger, quicker, more mobile, more explosive and faster with him. These elements are what gave me an edge in the OHL and helped me take my game to new heights.
Not only was the summer hard work, but I had fun too with a great group of guys. Josh will push you to be the best player and person you can be everyday. I can't wait to spend more years training with him and his program."
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Paul Ludwinski
Kingston Frontenacs, OHL
Chicago Blackhawks Prospect
