Okanagan Hockey School has been providing hockey instruction to athletes since 1963. The hockey school is owned and operated by several people who have spent the majority of their lives involved in the game. Combined, Okanagan Hockey School staff have played and / or coached over 50 years of NHL hockey.

Through nearly 50 years of operation, the Okanagan Hockey School has become an International leader in hockey instruction. Players from a total of 27 countries have attended Okanagan Hockey School. As well as attracting players from around the world, Okanagan Hockey School has taken its expertise abroad to numerous countries such as the United States, England, Scotland, Germany, Switzerland, Sweden, China, United Arab Emirates, Austria and others.

The Okanagan Hockey School also operates the Okanagan Hockey Academy, which is a year round program based out of Penticton. For further information on the Hockey Academy, please visit www.hockeyacademy.ca.

Locations

Okanagan Hockey School operates summer hockey programs our of numerous locations, including its flagship location in Penticton, BC. Satellite locations include Kelowna (BC), St. Pölten (Austria), as well as three NHL partnerships with the Calgary Flames, Vancouver Canucks, and Edmonton Oilers in Alberta.

Programs

The Okanagan Hockey School has programs designed for all levels of players from ages 5-19 years old. From ages 5-16 there are regular and elite programs offered for players and goaltenders, including specialized programs for skating, power skating, shooters and defensemen. Okanagan Hockey School is one of the largest goaltender schools in the world. In the 15-20 year old age group, Okanagan Hockey School offers a high level Junior/College prep camp that encompasses everything needed for young aspiring junior hockey players to progress to higher levels.

The Okanagan Hockey School’s Pacific Summer Showcase (formally the International Development Tournament) is a unique program that attracts players from around the world. The PSS is designed to challenge dedicated elite players to further develop their hockey skills and knowledge through an extensive week-long process.