Camps and Clinics
The OhioHealth Chiller Ice Rinks offer a wide variety of hockey and skating camps and clinics throughout the year. Specialty camps and clinics are offered focusing on specific skills including skating, stick handling, passing, shooting and positional play. Camps and clinics are taught by highly qualified instructors focusing on the skills required to play at both the recreational or competitive level. These camps and clinics are not USA Hockey programs. For more information on upcoming hockey camps please contact Rob Schriner at 614-791-9999, ext. 125 or rschriner@thechiller.com.
Specialized Hockey Skills Series - Train, Improve, Have Fun!
April 4-May 9, 2019
Thursdays (6 weeks)
Lead Coach: Darcy Cahill
Ages 6-8: 4:30-5:30pm Register now >
Ages 9-12: 5:30-6:30pm Register now >
OhioHealth Chiller North
8144 Highfield Drive
Lewis Center, OH 43035
Cost: $120
Equipment needed:skates, gloves, elbow pads, stick & helmet.
- A unique, individual-skills focused off-ice program offered only at OhioHealth Chiller North
- 5:1 Player/Coach Ratio
- Top Area Coaches – Directed by Darcy Cahill
- Players having fun will practice more!
Program Includes:
- Skating Treadmill - A Chiller North exclusive! - Develops a proper and efficient skating stride, balance and hockey position. Eliminate bad habits!
- RapidShot - A Chiller North exclusive! Develops shot release, speed and accuracy, and proper weight transfer for a powerful, accurate shot!
- Stick Handling Station - Develops confident puck carrying, heads up skating, creative stick handling!
Chiller Spring Goalie Clinics
Lead Instructor: Dave Caruso
Schedule (4-week sessions):
Tuesdays, March 19-April 9, 2019 and/or April 16-May 7, 2019
6:15-7:00pm Off-Ice; 7:00-8:00pm On-Ice
OhioHealth Chiller NORTH (Lewis Center)
Price: $160 per 4-weeks session
Session 1
Tuesdays, March 19-April 9, 2019
6:15-7:00pm Off-Ice; 7:00-8:00pm On-Ice
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Session 2
Tuesdays, April 16-May 7, 2019
6:15-7:00pm Off-Ice; 7:00-8:00pm On-Ice
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Camp will focus on:
- Goalie Skating Movements (shuffles, t-pushes, c-cuts, edge work, balance, agility)
- Fundamental Saves with Rebound Control (glove/blocker, stick usage, body and butterfly saves)
- On Ice and Full Recovery/Movement (recovering to edges, butterfly slides, lateral adjustments and lateral release)
- Positioning (angles, depth and being square)
- Game Situations (save selections, behind the net plays, screen/traffic, deflections, breakaways and proper use of butterfly, RVH and VH saves)
- Puckhandling (passing, distributing the puck)
- Off Ice Training (proper warmup, eye/hand coordination, visualization and developing more athleticism)
About Coach Caruso
- Goalie Development Coordinator, USA Hockey - Mid Am District (2016 - current)
- Goaltender Mentor Coach, IIHF (International Ice Hockey Federation) (2017 - current)
- Goalie Development Coach, New Jersey Devils (2012-2014)
- 6-season professional career (2006-2012)
- 238 professional games played
- 4 seasons at the Ohio State University (2002-2006)
- 11 shutouts and a 2.07 goals-against average
- Helped lead team to 3 NCAA Tournament berths, 4 straight 20-win seasons and the 2004 CCHA Mason Cup
Session 1
Tuesdays, March 19-April 9, 2019
6:15-7:00pm Off-Ice; 7:00-8:00pm On-Ice
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Session 2
Tuesdays, April 16-May 7, 2019
6:15-7:00pm Off-Ice; 7:00-8:00pm On-Ice
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Contact Hockey Director Rob Schriner for more information:
rschriner@thechiller.com | 614-791-9999 x125
Camp Chiller Spring Break
A fun way for your kids to spend Spring Break!
Camp Chiller will introduce your child to ice skating, as well as engage them in fun activities and projects.
Camp includes at least 1 hour of skating a day!
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- Ages: 4-11 (Campers will be split off ice by age and on ice by skill level)
- Cost per week: $175 (Monday-Friday)
- Cost per day: $45 per day if enrolled in advance or $50 per day if enrolling day of camp (walk-in registration only available if space allows)
- Days: Monday-Friday
- Times: 9:30AM-2:30PM
2019 Spring Break Schedule
OhioHealth Chiller Dublin
- March 25-29, 2019 - register online >
Also offering Summer sessions:
Camp activities include:
- Skating lesson from a professional skating instructor
- Supervised free skate with games
- Art projects and activities
- Behind the scenes look at ice making and maintenance
- Lunch - bring your own, or purchase from us
- Themed weeks with activities focused on ice-related sports (hockey, figure skating, speedskating, etc.)
Each full week camper will receive:
- A Camp Chiller t-shirt
- 1 public skating pass
- Skating evaluation
What parents are saying about Camp Chiller
"Lots of fun! Great counselors and instructors!"
"Michael was sad today on his way to camp, because today was the last day of camp. Everybody did a fantastic job - we will definitely come again!"
"My kids love Camp Chiller. They won't do anything else."
"I was very pleased. My kids have never been on the ice before and their instructors were awesome! They are great with the kids - patient, warm & friendly."
"Great program! Sarah did more cool activities here then she's done at any other camp!"
"My 5 year old son Jacob loves and always looks forward to skating and all the other great activities at Camp Chiller."
Our Staff
All counselors and instructors are regular - not seasonal employees and each have passed a background check. They have been with the Chiller for several years and have extensive training and experience working with children in an educational and supportive environment. Camp Chiller is proud to have such an outstanding staff!
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For more Camp Information, please contact Pam at pmorlan@thechiller.com or 614-791-9999 x156.
Developmental Girls Hockey Camp
Coached By: Darcy Cahill
Head Coach St. Francis DeSales
April 4-May 23, 2019
Thursdays, 6:30-7:20pm
OhioHealth Chiller NORTH
All levels welcome!
Camp is designed to help improve all areas of your game.
Focus on:
- Skating
- Passing
- Stick-handling
- Shooting
- Positional Play
- Team Drills
- Controlled Scrimmage
Ages: 13 years and older
8 on-ice sessions which will be divided between skills and scrimmage each day.
$200/player; $100/goalie
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For more information contact Hockey Director Rob Schriner (614) 791-9999 x125 or rschriner@thechiller.com.
Chiller Tryout Prep Series
Designed to prepare any/all players trying out for travel hockey through skill development and conditioning.
For players looking to improve skills in the off-season. Must have dark and white jersey.
Coached by Darcy Cahill and other high level professional coaches.
March 12-April 19, 2019
OhioHealth Chiller North*
Weekly practice/scrimmage
*Wed. 3/13 and Fri. 4/5 at DUBLIN.
$360/player; $225/goalie
6 week session
2011-13 Birth Years: Group 1
Practice Tuesdays 6:00-6:50pm
Game Fridays 6:00-6:50pm*
18 Players And 2 Goalies Max
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2011-13 Birth Years: Group 2
Practice Wednesdays 6:00-6:50pm*
Game Fridays 6:00-6:50pm*
18 Players And 2 Goalies Max
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2008-10 Birth Years: Group 3
Practice Tuesdays 7:00-7:50pm
Game Fridays 7:00-7:50pm*
18 Players And 2 Goalies Max
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2008-10 Birth Year: Group 4
Practice Wednesdays 7:00-7:50pm*
Game Fridays 7:00-7:50pm*
18 Players And 2 Goalies Max
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2005-07 Birth Years: Group 5
Practice Tuesdays 8:00-8:50pm
Game Fridays 8:00-8:50pm*
18 Players And 2 Goalies Max
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2005-07 Birth Years: Group 6
Practice Wednesdays 8:00-8:50pm*
Game Fridays 8:00-8:50pm*
18 Players And 2 Goalies Max
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Register Goalie >
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For more information contact Rob Schriner (614) 791-9999 x125 or rschriner@thechiller.com.
Lace Up, Have Fun - Ponytail Pond Hockey
April 1 - May 20, 2019
Mondays, 6:00-6:50pm
8 weeks
OhioHealth Chiller Easton
Girls ages 6-12 years old (all skill levels welcome)
Cost: $160 per player; $85 per goalie
The plan is simple: sign up, show up, lace up, HAVE FUN! Teams will be divided for half-ice scrimmage based on age and relative skill for safe and fun games.
Download a printable information sheet >
For more information, please contact Hockey Director Rob Schriner - rschriner@thechiller.com or 614-791-9999 x125.
2019 Blue Jackets Summer Hockey School
The Columbus Blue Jackets Hockey School will concentrate on the fundamentals of skating, stick handling, and passing; with special instruction on positional play and power skating. Young players will develop solid, fundamental skills that will build a strong foundation for their entire hockey career. Older players will focus on advanced passing, shooting, skating, and stick handling skills while also working on team play and proper checking techniques.
2019 Hockey School Dates, Times, and Location
July 22-26 at OhioHealth Chiller North
Squirt Camp
Ages: 9-10 years old
Time: 8:00am-12:15pm
Cost: $400
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Pee Wee Camp
Ages: 11-12 years old
Time: 8:00am-12:15pm
Cost: $400
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Goalie Camp - Mite/Squirt
Ages: 7-10 years old
Time: 1:00-3:00pm
Cost: $250
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July 29-August 2 at OhioHealth Chiller North
Mini-Mite Camp
Ages: 5-6 years old
Time: 8:30am-12:00pm
Cost: $325
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Mite Camp
Ages: 7-8 years old
Time: 1:00-5:15pm
Cost: $400
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Elite A/AA/AAA Conditioning
Ages: 9-14 years old
Time: 9:00-11:00am
Cost: $275
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August 5-9 at OhioHealth Chiller North
Bantam/Midget Camp
Ages: 13-16 years old
Time: 8:00am-12:15pm
Cost: $400
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Girls Camp 6-17
Ages: 6-17 years old
Time: 8:15am-12:15pm
Cost: $400
Register for camp >
Contact Hockey Director Rob Schriner for more information - rschriner@thechiller.comor 614-791-9999 x125.
Chiller-Caruso SaveMaker Fundamentals Goalie Camp
Lead Instructor: Dave Caruso
Location:
OhioHealth Chiller North
8144 Highfield Drive,
Lewis Center, OH
Dates: June 24-28, 2018 (Monday-Friday)
Time: 8:15am-12:45pm
Ages: 6-16 years old
SaveMaker Fundamentals Camp is perfect for the players who want to focus more on the fundamentals of playing goaltender position. This camp is designed to give goalies the opportunity to enhance their technical save techniques, save selections and goalie specific movements through a variety of drills and game-like situations. We will breakdown the goaltender position and the specialized skills needed to help goaltenders improve and feel confident in their game.
We will have a mix of current college, junior and varsity high school level goaltenders to help give insight to the campers about what it takes to succeed and push their game to the next level. Due to NCAA restrictions, we cannot use their names or likenesses.
- 7.5 hrs on ice goalie specific exercises - goalie power skating, technical and game situational drills
- 7+ hrs off ice development to be lead by top trainers in Columbus. Activities will include yoga, hand-eye coordination, flexibility, balance, and quick/active hands
- 3.75 hrs of video and goalie seminars on topics such as goal setting, routines, positive attitude, team work, preparedness, and choosing the right equipment
- Video review (NHL clips)
- Max of 3:1 camper to instructor ratio
Cost: $390
Chiller-Caruso SaveMaker Fundamentals typical camp schedule:
- 8:15-8:40am: Warm up
- 9:00-10:30am: On-Ice - Fundamental and Save Techniques
- 10:45-11:45am: Off-Ice Conditioning - Yoga/Athletic Development
- 12:00-12:45pm: Classroom Development - Video and Goalie Seminars
- 12:45pm: Check out
Each camper will receive a jersey, water bottle and “swag bag.”
Raffles and prizes from the following sponsors: OhioHealth Chiller Ice Rinks, Vaughn Hockey, Vice Design, Caruso Hockey, Personal Best Consulting, Harbor Yoga and more.
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For more information, please contact Coach Dave Caruso - carusohockey@gmail.com.
Chiller-Caruso SaveMaker Elite Goalie Camp
Lead Instructor: Dave Caruso
Location:
OhioHealth Chiller North
8144 Highfield Drive,
Lewis Center, OH
Date: June 24-28, 2019 (Monday-Friday)
Time: 10:00am-4:15pm
Ages/Level: 13 years old and older, must have played travel or high school hockey. Others need to be approved by Coach Caruso.
The Elite Camp is designed for goaltenders who want to push themselves to the next level. Goalies will work on conditioning, goalie specific agility and movement in the morning session. In the afternoon, goalies will be split into groups to work on save techniques, selection and game situations. We will focus on competitive and game-like situations. We will design new and innovative learning opportunities that professional and collegiate goalies are currently using.
We will have a mix of current college and junior level goaltenders to help give insight to the campers about what it takes to succeed and push their game to the next level. Due to NCAA restrictions, we cannot use their names or likenesses.
- 12.5 hrs on ice goalie specific exercises - goalie power skating, technical and game situational drills
- 7+ hrs off ice development to be lead by top trainers in Columbus. Training will include yoga, hand-eye coordination, flexibility, balance, and quick/active hands
- 3.75 hrs of video and goalie seminars on topics such as goal setting, motivation, routines, emotional regulation, self-control, positive attitude, coping with pressure, team work, managing energy levels, preparedness, perseverance, situational awareness and choosing the right equipment
- Video review (NHL clips and current camp's goalie work)
- Varsity, AAA, Junior, Collegiate, or Professional level shooters
- Max 3:1 camper to instructor ratio
- Lunch is provided everyday
Cost: $675
Each camper will receive a jersey, water bottle and “swag bag.”
Raffles and prizes from the following sponsors: OhioHealth Chiller Ice Rinks, Vaughn Hockey, Vice Design, Caruso Hockey, Personal Best Consulting, Harbor Yoga and more.
Register for camp >
For more information, please contact Coach Dave Caruso - carusohockey@gmail.com.
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