Body Checking & Battles Camp 2026
Turn Physical Situations Into Your Advantage
About Body Checking Camp
RHA Body Checking Camp gives players the tools to play physical with purpose. Through a progressive structure, athletes learn how to safely deliver and absorb contact, read the play under pressure, and win space in tight areas. By combining contact mechanics with game-rep scenarios, players develop the physical play skill set, confidence, and hockey IQ needed to raise their compete level and win more battles across all zones.
June 30 – July 5, 2025 | August 11 – 15
Canlan York
Camp Focus
Players Develop:
How Players Level Up:
Unlock critical game advantages
Mastering body checking and physical play isn’t just about delivering hits — it’s about becoming a more complete, confident, and effective player in all zones.
Gain the tools to dominate 1-on-1 situations — along the boards, in the corners, and net-front — where games are won
Learn to read pressure, time contact, and use body positioning to make smarter decisions under stress.
Use controlled physical play to separate opponents from the puck, close gaps, and shut down plays
Confidence under contact allows players to stop avoiding high-traffic areas and play assertively every shift.
From puck protection and forechecking to net-front battles and zone exits — physical play connects to every part of the game.
Camp Structure & Progression
Transfer Improved Mechanics To The Game
Technical Development:
Players learn, refine, and enhance specific contact skills — including checking mechanics, puck protection, angling, and body positioning.
Game Application Through Battles:
Skills are applied in live 1-on-1 and small-area battle drills designed to replicate real game pressure, timing, and decision-making
Daily Focus and Progression
Build IQ and Confidence in All Contact Scenarios
Day 1:
Mechanics & Core Techniques
Defensive Focus: Delivering clean, controlled body checks Establishing inside position for separation.
Offensive Focus: Puck protection while driving the net Using body and edges to shield during zone entries.
Day 2:
Wall Play & Contact Confidence
Defensive Focus: Puck separation along the boards Stick pressure and finish to disrupt puck carrier.
Offensive Focus: Protecting the puck on the wall . Escaping contact to extend plays or delay.
Day 3:
Corners & Open Ice Engagement
Defensive Focus: Corner battles, defensive angling. Open ice hits and zone entry denial.
Offensive Focus: Protecting the puck under pressure while scanning for options.
Day 4:
Retrievals & Reactive Contact
Defensive Focus: 50/50 puck battles (shoulder-to-shoulder). Reverse hits to maintain space after contact.
Offensive Focus: Receiving the puck on the wall under pressure.
Day 5:
Full Integration & Game Transfer
Fast transitions from contact → puck control → play execution.
Live 1v1s, 2v2s, and puck retrieval scenarios.
Decision-making under contact.
Scoring IQ & Game Performance Info
Details
- June 30–July 5th (July 1st – day off)
- August 11-15th
Duration: 5 days, 2 hr/daily on ice training ( 10 hours total )
Location: Canlan York
Cost: $750
Small Groups
Number of players: 7 players per instructor in the group
Level: AAA/AA only
Drop-Ins
Drop-in Option – Available 1 week before the camp.
Click Registration to choose your dates. If a day shows a waiting list status, you can register for the waiting list at no charge. We will do our best to adjust mini-groups to open up a spot for specific age/level players or accommodate replacements if openings become available.
Cost: $165 ( 2hr )*Note: Processing fees may apply depending on the payment method.