Academy Days
HOCKEY ACADEMY
Private School Education
Customized education curriculum provided by St. Ignatius School.
Full Academic Year
Academy runs throughout calendar school year for Grade 6, 7, and 8 student-athletes.
Flexible Hockey Development
Athletes play on their local team while receiving professional on & off-ice development.
Convenient Schedule
Education and development all completed within the standard school day.
St. Ignatius School
The teachers and administration at St. Ignatius School take our responsibility for academic excellence and faith formation very seriously. As middle years educators, we respect that all students come to us with differing levels of ability and believe in the importance of:
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Motivating them to fully develop their unique talents and skills;
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Encouraging ownership for their learning by promoting self-assessment;
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Providing opportunities for them to contribute as members of their learning community;
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Meeting their learning needs through differentiation;
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Facilitating their independence through strategic teaching and learning opportunities;
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Setting high standards in order to foster within them a life-long love of learning and active citizenship.
The English Language Arts curriculum is designed as a complex process of inquiry, collaboration and discovery that is facilitated by language through involvement in reading, writing, responding, representing and viewing. Students will be given opportunities to become proficient in all of the language arts. Their learning opportunities will promote reflective thinking so progress can be planned, monitored, and assessed.
The St. Ignatius Math Program fosters and nurtures students' passion, aptitude and enjoyment of mathematics through discussion, investigation and practical means. The objectives of the math program are:
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Enrichment through advanced mathematical content and activities beyond typical activities;
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Curriculum challenging students to think critically and creatively;
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Problem solving skills that will develop students’ logical reasoning, and mathematical;
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Communication through engaging and complex mathematical problems;
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Confidence in their critical thinking and mathematical thinking skills.
In addition to the core subject areas, students expand their knowledge and experience through shops and language programs. They’re also encouraged to participate in extra-curricular activities to broaden their skills and learning community outside the classroom.
Player Development
Skills sessions / position-specific / individual development plans.
Goalie Development
Individual sessions weekly and individual development plans.
Game
Application
Focused on skill transfer into individual and team game situations.
EDGE Power Skating
Integrated skating specific sessions delivered by specialized skating coaches.
Athlete Development
Fundamental movement and education, hockey-specific mobility, strength and conditioning, speed training, multi-sport skill development, athlete habit curriculum.
Workload Management
Yearly training plans, on-ice integration, performance tracking and autoregulation, recovery sessions.
Mental Performance
Mental performance and athlete wellbeing program - learning core mental skills that can be applied to sport and life.
Clinic
Services
Clinic services available to athletes and their families upon
request: physiotherapy, athletic therapy, massage therapy,
naturopathic doctor. Direct billing to most insurance providers.
Character Development
Volunteering opportunities / field trips / mentorship lectures
Hockey
IQ
Learn to read the game, anticipate plays, and make smarter decisions through structured off-ice sessions.
Video Mentorship
Get detailed game breakdowns and one-on-one coaching insights, helping you refine your decision-making, positioning, and overall hockey intelligence.
Game
Analysis
Utilizes video analysis to assess practices and games, providing feedback on overal team play and concepts.
Reg Beardy
"R1 Hockey Academy and St. Ignatius School have provided an incredible experience for our son, Cooper, fostering both his athletic and academic growth. The coaching staff at RINK has been outstanding, offering top-tier development, mentorship, and support that have pushed him to new levels at his position of goalie while nurturing his love for the game. St. Ignatius School’s commitment to student-athletes has made balancing education and hockey seamless, and we are beyond grateful for the opportunities Cooper has gained through this well-rounded program. We highly recommend R1 Hockey Academy and St. Ignatius School to any family seeking elite hockey development and strong academics."
Melissa Smook
"The R1 Hockey Academy has provided an incredible environment for my son's growth, both academically and athletically. With the support of dedicated teachers, he has successfully transitioned from a French Immersion curriculum to an English curriculum, embraced a challenging workload, and gained confidence in his abilities. Off the ice, the top-tier training at Testify Performance has motivated him to push himself physically, while the on-ice program has significantly improved his skating, puck handling, and shooting. This well-rounded program fosters development in all aspects, shaping not just skilled hockey players but well-rounded individuals."
Travis Laing
"As a parent I wanted to maximize my son's hockey potential while maintaining a high standard of education. The R1 Hockey Academy has given that to us and then some. From the smaller class sizes, to the facilities and staff on and off the ice, our son has found a comfortable place to land in a highly competitive environment. The Testify Performance gym and staff make it fun and challenging as the boys work on building healthy, athletic bodies for the long hockey life that we envision. We are thankful to have made the decision to try the R1 Hockey Academy, which has been a successful building block for our son's future path to the next level of hockey."