Training Stations

Evo-Training Ice Rink

Evo-Training Ice Rink

All on-ice training is done in small group settings in our natural ice training rink. We limit the number of sign ups for each class between 4 to 8 players depending on the class. This is to maintain a low student to instructor ratio to achieve a high quality learning experience by all players. At Evolution Hockey, we embrace a strong relationship between instructor and student so that players can learn hockey skills more effectively and efficiently. We believe individualized attention to each player in the class is the best way to achieve such results.

Please refer to the weekly schedule on the large variety of classes offered. Our on-ice program offers classes from Learn-to-skate up through Juniors, as well as adult hockey classes. Evolution Platinum members can also schedule private and semi-private lessons on the rink with our instructors.

Classes in the rink are 50 min and do not include a warm up. Please come to the facility early enough to change into gear and incorporate a warm up on our dry land area so that when class starts, you are ready to go.

 

Blade Skating Treadmill by Woodway

Blade Skating Treadmill by Woodway

Perfect your skating stride and increase your power, acceleration, and endurance on the only Blade skating treadmill by Woodway in Northern NJ! We use the Dartfish video analysis technology to evaluate the player’s skating abilities while on the Blade treadmill. With the Blade treadmill coupled with Dartfish video analysis software, players have access to the ultimate tools for developing the best skating technique. In addition to the video analysis, we’ve customized the surrounding platform around the treadmill by adding another 400 square feet of artificial ice in front of the treadmill so players can practice stick handling, passing, and shooting all while skating on the treadmill! We even have a net installed at the front end to simulate goal shooting. Check out a video and more info here on the Blade!

 

Dry Land Training Area

Matrix Functional Trainer

Players will be able to train their muscular balance and agility, develop their speed and power, and increase their overall athleticism on Evo’s dry land training area. Key exercises will also help with injury prevention which is a vital component in an athlete’s overall development. The equipment available include medicine balls, slide boards, kettle bells, dumb bells, spin bikes, plyometric boxes, russian boxes, training bands, wobble boards, resistance bands, foam rollers, swiss balls, heavy bags, double end bag, and speed bag. Also featured in this area is the Matrix Functional Trainer. All Platinum Evolution Hockey members can use our dry land training area at any time during our normal open hours (except when special dry land training classes are being held).

 

Stick Handling Area

Stick Handling Area

Learn proper hand and body positioning with the stick through exercises focused on developing specific motor patterns for optimum puck control. Players will learn how to dribble, fake, and deke, plus other agility techniques. Slide boards and balance boards will be incorporated into exercises to help perfect stick handling. Strength training exercises focused on conditioning your arms and wrists for improved stick handling are also part of our program