Hockey
Improve your skate skills, puck control, and slapshots when you play and train on the NHL-sized indoor ice hockey rinks at The St. James.
Training & Instruction
Youth Learn to Play: Hockey
An introductory program designed to teach the core skills of hockey in a fun and supportive environment. Participants must have completed at least one Learn to Skate session.
Focus areas include:
- Skating
- Stick Handling
- Passing
- Shooting
Ages
4 - 18
Schedule
- Saturdays | 9:30 AM-10:30 AM
- Sundays | 9:30 AM-10:30 AM
- September 20th - December 14th
Adult Learn to Play: Hockey
Are you looking to improve your hockey fundamentals? Whether you're just starting or you’ve been playing for a while, this class is for you! Designed to help adults of all skill levels, from Learn-To-Play to D and C level, take their game to the next level.
Focus areas include:
- Skating
- Stick Handling
- Passing
- Shooting
Ages
18+
Schedule
- Thursdays | 6:30 PM-7:30 PM
- July 10th - August 14th
Hockey Camps
STJ Hockey Summer Camps
Hockey Camps at The St. James offer youth athletes a unique opportunity to develop their skills in a state-of-the-art facility with two NHL-sized rinks. Campers will receive expert instruction tailored to their level, from improving skating techniques to enhancing stick handling and endurance. We offer a variety of options from Learn to Play, to position specific camps, to travel preseason intensive training.
Ages
4 - 18
Schedule
- Monday to Friday | 9 AM - 3 PM
- Weekly sessions all summer long
DMV3s Hockey Summer Camp
The DMV 3's Hockey Camp at The St. James offers an unparalleled opportunity for youth hockey players to train with elite coaches now competing in top leagues like the NCAA, AHL, and NHL. Players will receive over 13 hours of on-ice training, a custom DMV 3's camp jersey, and benefit from focused skill development in an inspiring, fun environment. This camp is a must for hockey enthusiasts aiming to elevate their game!
Ages
Birth Years 2018-2013 & 2012-2008
Schedule
- Monday to Friday | 9 AM - 3 PM
- June 23 - 27, July 28 - August 1
Clinics
Summer Clinic Series
The St. James Summer Hockey Clinic Series offers a comprehensive program designed to elevate players' skills, confidence, and passion for the game. Held at The St. James's state-of-the-art facility in Springfield, Virginia, the series caters to athletes of all ages and skill levels.
- Skill-Specific Clinics: Focused sessions on shooting, passing, skating, and defense to refine fundamental techniques.
- Position-Specific Training: Specialized clinics for attackers, defenders and goalies to enhance positional play.
Ages
All Ages
Schedule
Sessions available throughout July.
High Performance
Summer Strength & Conditioning
Ages
14 - 18
Schedule
- June 23rd - August 14th
- Boys: Mon & Wed or Tues & Thurs | 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
- Girls: Mon & Wed | 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
The St. James Hockey Travel Club (Fall & Winter)
Find hockey programs for kids, teens, and adults at The STJ Hockey Club. We combine a highly competitive spirit with a supportive learning environment for maximized skill development.
Our youth hockey programs focus on mentoring players to excel on and off the ice. Through intensive on- and off-ice training, athletes learn the fundamentals of hockey, develop their athletic abilities, and build confidence under the professional guidance of dedicated coaches and staff. Our youth hockey clubs teach valuable competition play and mentality.
Strivers Hockey Club (Spring & Summer)
Strivers Hockey is the premier tier II spring & summer tournament team program in the DMV. Our flexible format offers participants one power skating & skills intensive practice per week combined with multiple tournament options per age group and level. Strivers Hockey offers families the ability to design an off-season that meets their individual needs.
Private Hockey Lessons
Go one-on-one with an STJ hockey coach to work on your skating, shooting, or stamina. We offer specialized private and semi-private hockey lessons for players and goalies that hone in on the specific skills needed for each position. Hockey lessons are one hour and scheduled based on ice and coach availability.
Non-Member Rates | Private $120 | Semi-Private $65 | 8-Pack $432
Member Rates | Private $100 | Semi-Private $54 | 8-Pack $360
*8-packs must be used within 10 weeks of purchase and can only be applied to semi-private/group lessons.
Contact Chris.Warren@thestjames.com to schedule player lessons and anton.rosen@thestjames.com for goalie lessons.
Off-Ice Training
Interested in off-ice training including high performance/strength & conditioning training? Contact Mateus Manoel, our Director of High Performance
Reservations
To reserve Public Skate, Freestyle Skate or Stick and Puck time, make a reservation online or reserve through the The St. James app.
Meet Our Hockey Coaches
Tim Graham
Director of Hockey
Kyra Herbert
Assistant Hockey Director
Anton Rosen
Director of Goaltending
Chris Warren
Director of Coaching and Player Development
Ice Hockey at The St. James
Learn to play hockey on two NHL regulation-size rinks at The St. James. You’ll train with the top hockey coaches in the DMV at our world-class sports and wellness complex in Springfield, VA. Level up your skating and scoring when you use our top-of-the-line equipment, including a RapidShot training system and skating treadmill. Then, join our hockey club leagues to bring on the competition. We offer:
- Professional coaching and hockey lessons for every age and skill level
- Position-specific one-on-one training
- Developmental youth hockey programs for boys and girls
- Hockey camps and clinics targeting specific skills and winning tactics
- Intensive, professionally coached academy teams
- Hockey leagues and tournaments for competitive regional play
- Two NHL regulation-size year-round indoor rinks
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