Book Private Ice-hockey Lessons with Coach Brandon
I help players maximize their potential and development to help further them
I help players maximize their potential and development to help further them
Hi, my name is Brandon Orth. I’ve been involved in hockey for over 25 years as a player, coach, scout, and advisor. I played high school, AAA, junior, and college hockey, and later served as the head coach at Saginaw Valley State University ACHA Division I. My passion is helping players develop both on and off the ice while guiding them through the process of advancing their hockey careers. Through my experience and network across AAA, junior, college, and professional levels, I focus on helping players and their families understand the path in front of them and make the best decisions for their future. I believe in honest guidance, strong relationships, and creating opportunities for players to reach their full potential.
Trains in Burton, Flint, Rochester
Available: Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri
Works with all age groups
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Get to know Coach Brandon
About Me:
Hockey has been a central part of my life for over 25 years. I grew up playing the game at multiple levels, including high school, AAA, juniors, and college, which gave me a deep understanding of the development path players face. After my playing career, I transitioned into coaching and served as the head coach at Saginaw Valley State University’s ACHA Division I program for four years. Coaching allowed me to stay connected to the game while helping players grow both on and off the ice.
Today, I remain passionate about supporting hockey players and their families as they navigate the challenges and opportunities within the sport. Through my experience playing, coaching, scouting, and advising, I’ve developed a strong network across AAA, junior, college, and professional hockey. My goal is to provide honest guidance, mentorship, and opportunities for players to reach their full potential.
Off the ice, I value family and balance in life. I am married with two young kids (Roman; 3 years old and Caroline; 10 months old)
How I can help you improve your game:
Helping an individual improve in hockey starts with focusing on overall development both on and off the ice. This includes strengthening core skills such as skating, puck handling, passing, and shooting while also helping the player better understand the game through video, situational learning, and communication. Off the ice, physical training, proper recovery, and nutrition all play an important role in a player’s development. Just as important is the mental side of the game—building confidence, maintaining a strong work ethic, and learning from mistakes. By providing honest feedback, setting clear goals, and creating opportunities for growth, a player can continue progressing and reach their full potential.
What a typical training session looks like with me:
Meeting beforehand and going over what you would like to learn and what you struggle with, after the first session being able to see what the areas of focus are we will attack those until they become a strength.
Career summary and accomplishments:
Played 20 years of competitive hockey at all levels except the professional level, coaching at the college level.
Best coach I ever had:
Doug Towler, head coach Davison High School
What athletes and parents should know about me:
I am hard working and expect that out of the players that I work with. Sometimes talent won't be there but you can always control you work ethic and your work that you put into something.
Weekly Availability
Monday
9:00 pm - 10:00 pm
10:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Tuesday
9:00 pm - 10:00 pm
10:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Wednesday
9:00 pm - 10:00 pm
10:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Thursday
9:00 pm - 10:00 pm
10:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Friday
9:00 pm - 10:00 pm
10:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Saturday
Unavailable
Sunday
Unavailable
This is only general availability - more times may be available when booking!
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