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AS Hockey School Values
At AS Hockey School, we conduct training based on the American Development Model (ADM), a world-class ice hockey program, and are based on five main guidelines.
1. Age-specific programs
We provide training based on the American Development Model (ADM) and conduct staged training according to age. We develop skills by building a yearly program. For players up to 12 years old (U12), the session unit is 60 minutes, and we provide intensive training in a short period of time within the physical strength appropriate to their age.
2. Station-based training
Smaller spaces allow players more opportunities to touch the puck, ultimately improving their skills. Training in stations allows you to focus on your skills. Splitting into stations encourages you to play in smaller spaces. This allows you to make decisions and make better decisions in a faster game, improving your play.
3. Level-based grouping
Groups are divided by skill level to promote competition by maintaining equality of levels. This makes the players' levels comparable, and through competition, they become more proactive in training. As a result, "fun" and "development" are further promoted.
4. Arrange the coaching staff
Each group will have one coach for every 6-7 players, ensuring maximum coaching availability and providing the highest quality coaching possible.
5. Goalie-only stations and coaching
A dedicated goalie station will be set up throughout the year. Through a comprehensive program and ongoing coaching by specialized coaches, we will provide training tailored to the individual personalities and levels of the goalies.
Therefore, we do not accept visitors.
- School Policy -
School Policy
Our efforts to create an environment where players can have more fun and grow.
To everyone involved with AS Hockey School
AS Hockey School is based on the concept of Fun & Growth, and through the operation of the school, this is what we want to achieve for all stakeholders involved in the school, including not only players but also parents and coaches. In order to provide an environment of Fun & Growth, we have decided to adopt the following school policy. Please read the contents carefully and agree to them before participating in our school.
① Safety Management Policy
② Psychological safety policy
③ Coaching Policy
④ Player Policy
⑤ Parent Policy
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Program Development / Purpose
For our development age group, we focus on long-term development and implement "programs" throughout the season.
Ice hockey is considered a late specialization sport, and early specialization is not thought to necessarily lead to improved performance later in one's competitive career.
At AS Hockey School, we take a long-term development perspective and set the following objectives and goals for our age-specific programs:
Note: The "Group" notation in the PDF will be changed to "Category" from 2022.
Categorization
A category
Age: U9-13 / 4th, 5th, 6th grade, 1st year of junior high school
Experience: 3 years or more
Capacity: 35 players, 4 goalies
Age: U6-9/1st, 2nd, 3rd grade
Experience: Less than 3 years
Capacity: 35 players, 4 goalies
B category
Notes)
・A Category players cannot participate in the B Category.
・However, 4th grade players can participate in the B Category.
・Depending on their skill, 3rd grade players may also participate in the A Category.
・Beginner players/preschoolers are also allowed to enter the B Category.
Goalie-specific program
We will focus on long-term development for our development generation and implement seasonal programs.
Example Program
Week 1 : Basic Saves
Week 2 : Rebounds and Lateral Movement
Week 3 : Short Play, Behind the Net & Screen Shots and Puck Handling
Week 4 : Cross-IceSkating and Positioning
- Life Skill Development -
Three life skills developed through AS Hockey
Life skills are defined as "the abilities needed to deal more constructively and effectively with the challenges and demands of everyday life" (WHO: World Health Organisation).
We believe these skills are acquired abilities that can be developed through coaching.
Self-skills
The ability to having your own opinion, to understand yourself, and to manage yourself (time, etc.)
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- Others -
Dialogue with others.
Communication skills.
Listening skills.
The ability to discover problems, to take action to solve problems, and to think and act.
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AS Hockey coaches aim to improve three life skills in addition to hockey skills.
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Service
Skill-Dev
This is a year-round school that is held once a week at Ice Park Minami-Funabashi.
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Sunday School
The practice will be focused on matches and games, or conducted as private lessons. We also plan to hold practice matches for middle school students.
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Membership / Application
AS Hockey School is a program designed to allow players to repeatedly acquire skills and hockey IQ according to their development stage in a small area efficiently.
Basically, one cycle consists of four practice sessions over two months to encourage continuous development. In order to maximize the effect of the program, it is not a one-off practice, but a year-round program.Please understand the purpose before applying.
You can also apply here for drop-ins, visitor entries and summer camp events at AS Hockey School.