Book Private Ice-hockey Lessons with Coach John
Hone your skills, elevate your game, and become the player you're meant to be
Hone your skills, elevate your game, and become the player you're meant to be
The Problem: "Are you an athlete who feels like your practice sessions are intense, but those polished moves disappear the second a defender gets close? Many dedicated players are fast and technically sound, but they struggle because their skills don't translate to real-time, chaotic game situations. You put in the work—it's time to see that effort pay off with measurable results on the scoreboard and the depth chart." The Solution: "I'm a hockey skills coach specializing in elite, game-speed skill transfer. Most traditional training teaches technique in a static, slow environment—in a vacuum. I flip that model. My process integrates advanced neuromuscular training and high-tempo pressure scenarios, forcing your hands and feet to move automatically when the intensity is highest. This isn't just repetition; we build the instinctive timing, puck dominance, and high-IQ decision-making that separates good players from truly great ones. We go beyond refining your shot: we optimize your skating efficiency to win races, develop unbreakable puck protection habits in traffic, and create offensive angles that turn defense into immediate scoring opportunities. We focus on making you a complete, automatic, and dominant player who consistently makes an impact." The Call to Action: "If you are genuinely serious about increasing your goal production, dominating those critical puck battles, and securing your spot on a higher roster, you need this specialized, customized program. It is the catalyst for your next level of performance. Let's book a 30-minute Player Assessment and Training Map consultation today so we can outline the exact path for you to succeed this season and beyond."
Jacksonville, FL
Available: Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri, Sat, Sun
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Get to know Coach John
About Me:
Have been coaching and training players for over 20 years. Living in Jacksonville Area but willing to travel.
How I can help you improve your game:
Will utilize game situation drills to help build a better player
What a typical training session looks like with me:
Lots of repetitions creating muscle memory, high intensity and short spurts to simulate game speed
Career summary and accomplishments:
Accomplished Coach at every level from Learn to Play Hockey to College. Have helped many players advance to higher levels.
Best coach I ever had:
Bob Ferguson with Sioux City Musketeers in the USHL.
What athletes and parents should know about me:
Very honest! Disciplined! Have had a hand in helping players reach the pinnacle of Hockey, the NHL. I have also help send players to College, NCAA D1,NCAA D3 hockey and even now ACHA College hockey.
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