top of page
“Empowering Student-Athletes to Succeed in School and Sport”
ICE - U11 & U13 Programs
Innovative Coaching & Education
What is the ICE Program?
The ICE Program at Southridge Academy is a hybrid, high-performance, full-day model designed to bring together elite hockey training and personalized academic support. This program is built for young student-athletes who want to excel both on the ice and in the classroom.
It works by combining:
-
On-ice training with Southridge Stars coaches
-
Academic instruction powered by Insight Academics, aligned with the Alberta curriculum
-
A schedule and model that supports athletes’ unique demands and learning styles
Why it works?
On-Ice Training
-
2 × 1-hour on-ice sessions each day, focusing on skill development, conditioning, and gameplay.
-
Integrated hockey skill development: power skating, shooting, positional play, dryland training, leadership and team culture.
-
Flexible schedule to support athlete travel, tournament demands, and schooling.
Academic Support
-
2.5 hours + of personalized academic instruction every day.
-
Curriculum aligned with Alberta Education standards to ensure students keep pace with their academic peers.
-
Delivered by certified teachers and specialists with expertise in learning differences (including ADHD, dyslexia, etc.).
-
Focus on building executive functioning, metacognition (how students learn), self-advocacy, and confidence in both academics and athletics.
How it works?
-
Uninterrupted learning, unstoppable growth. Our model ensures that training intensity does not sacrifice academic progress.
-
Strong minds. Strong bodies. We believe that athletic excellence and academic achievement go hand in hand.
-
Built for neurodiverse high-performance athletes. Whether a student needs additional support, learns differently, or competes at a high level, the ICE Program is adaptable.
Sample Daily Schedule
-
8:15 AM – Drop-off
-
9:00-10:00 AM – On-ice session #1 (Southridge Stars)
-
10:00 AM-12:30 PM – Academic block
-
12:30-1:00 PM – Lunch
-
1:15-2:15 PM – On-ice session #2 (Southridge Stars)
-
2:30 PM – Pickup
Who is it for?
This program is ideal for:
-
Student-athletes in U11 and U13 who are committed to high-level hockey development.
-
Students who want a balanced model — elite hockey training plus certified academic instruction.
-
Families seeking a flexible schedule that accommodates athletics, travel, or unique learning needs.
-
Learners who thrive in smaller-group, supportive environments and may benefit from individualized instruction.
Address
Seton YMCA Hockey
Calgary, AB
(4995 Market Street SE)
Phone
403-472-6756
bottom of page