Adult Grinders Skates – Johnny’s Ice House (Chicago)
Structured adult skates for players, coaches, and pros. Game-speed pace, real reps, no fluff.
Sunday Night Skills – McFetridge Sports Center (Chicago)
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Weekly age-group sessions focused on puck control, hockey IQ, and smart habits—built through high-tempo reps.
Early AM Power Skating @ Johnny's East W/ Michael Turner
New to FHS!
Powerskating with Michael Turner
Friday mornings at Johnny’s East. Squirt through Bantam players focusing on stride power, edges, balance, and skating confidence. Limited to 10 spots.
You can also purchase a discounted five pack that can be used for Sunday Night Skills or this Powerskating class
Peewee/ Bantam Small Group Skills
Peewee & Bantam Skill Clinic | Johnny’s East
Small group skill development focused on puck control, edge work, and decision making. High tempo. Purposeful reps. Real game application.
Train with Ford Hockey School and Play With An Edge at Johnny’s East. Limited spots.
Hockey School With Dad @ Hot Shots
Hockey School with Dad is back on New Years Eve morning. A fun and competitive session where parents and kids learn together, work together, and share an experience that lasts.
New Years Eve Compete
Compete Day
New Year’s Eve • Hot Shots Ice Arena
11:15–12:15
Mites, Squirts, Pee Wees
Fast paced compete skate with small area games, battles, and lots of puck touches.
DECEMBER HOLIDAY CAMPS
December 22 and 23 Holiday Break Camps
School is out and it is the perfect time to get extra reps. Ford Hockey School is running holiday camps at Johnny’s East for Mites and Johnny’s West for Squirts and Peewees. Players can register for one day or both, with dedicated goalie options. Each day includes three hours of ice, off ice movement, small area games, and hockey IQ work.
Johnny’s West — Squirts and Peewees
Johnny’s East — Mites
Wednesday Nov. 26th Squirt/Peewee camp @ Johnny’s West
Squirt & Peewee Camp — Wednesday, November 26th
Thanksgiving Week at Johnny’s West
Thanksgiving week is the perfect time for players to train with purpose. This full-day camp gives Squirts and Peewees three hours on the ice, competitive off-ice training, and Hockey IQ classroom sessions that connect decision-making to real game situations. Players will build confidence, awareness, and compete in an environment that feels like the game — guided by coaches and pros who know what it takes.
Sign up as a Goalie – Squirt/Peewee Goalie Camp (Ford Hockey School)
Nov. 26th Mite Camp Johnnys East
Mite Camp — Wednesday, November 26th
Thanksgiving Week at Johnny’s East
Thanksgiving week is the perfect time for Mite players to train with purpose. This full-day camp includes three hours on the ice, fun and competitive off-ice activities, and a Hockey IQ video session designed to build awareness and confidence in game situations. Players will learn, compete, and have fun in an environment that feels like real hockey — guided by coaches and pros who know what it takes.
Nov. 11th MITE CAMP Hot Shots
November 11 Mite Camp — Hot Shots Ice Arena
Train with purpose this Veterans Day at our Mite Camp focused on skating, puck skills, and competition in a fun, high-energy setting.
Veteran's Day 11/11 Squirt & Peewee Day Camp @ Johnnys East
November 11 Johnny’s East Camp — Squirts & Peewees
Spend the day training with purpose at our Veterans Day Camp at Johnny’s IceHouse East.
Players will get 3 hours on ice, off-ice training, and classroom sessions focused on hockey IQ, puck decisions, and small-area play.
This camp is built for athletes who want to compete, think, and play faster — the Ford Hockey School way.
Squirt & Peewee Day Camp Oct 27
CPS Day Off Camp — Monday, October 27
School’s out, hockey’s in. Join us at Johnny’s West for a high-energy day of development built around 3 hours of on-ice training, Hockey IQ classroom video work, and off-ice skill sessions.
It’s the perfect mix of learning, competing, and getting better alongside players who want to push their game forward.
📍 Johnny’s Ice House West
🕘 Monday, October 27
🎯 For: Squirt & Peewee players
⏱ 3 hours on ice + classroom + off-ice
October 13th 8U Mites Camp – Hot Shots
Looking for a great hockey experience this fall? Ford Hockey School is running special full-day camps on October 13thwhile school is out. Players will get three hours of ice, off-ice training that feels like the game, and Hockey IQ sessions that focus on the why behind decision-making and awareness.
October 13th U10 & U12 Camp – Johnny’s West
School’s out on October 13th, and Ford Hockey School is hosting a special U10 & U12 (Squirt & Peewee) camp at Johnny’s West. Players will get three hours of ice, game-like off-ice training, and Hockey IQ sessions that focus on the why behind decision-making and awareness.
Register for Goalie Training with Scott Darling — U10 & U12 Camp at Johnny’s West (Oct 13)
👉 Click here to register for the U10 & U12 Camp at Johnny’s West
Sept 26th- Squirt & Peewee Skills Johnnys East
CPS Day Off Skill Skate – Squirts & Peewees. September 26, 11:15 AM at Johnny’s East. High-rep, high-intensity drills focused on edges, puck skills, and game situations. School’s out, time to level up. Register Here
Discounted Sunday Night 5-Pack – McFetridge ( All Ages)
🔥 Fall Skills 5-Pack – Save $50!
Get 5 skills skates for $275 ($55 each). Open to all ages (Mite, Squirt, Peewee, Bantam, High School/Midget). After purchase, you’ll select your player’s age group and list 5 dates to reserve your spots.
Labor Day- Johnnys East ( Mite/ Squirt)
Labor Day Small Group Development Skate
Location: Johnny’s IceHouse East
Date & Time: Monday, September 1st – 8:30–9:30 AM
Format: Small group development session focused on individual skill work, decision making, and pace.
Who It’s For: Players looking for high-quality reps and focused coaching in a small-group setting.
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Hot Shot Skills Mites/ Squirts/ Peewees
Hot Shot Small Group Skills
Small groups. High detail. Lots of puck touches.
📍 Hot Shots Ice Arena
⏰ Monday & Tuesday, 4:50 PM
Reserve your spot here 👉 Book a Skate
Small Area Compete U8 & U10- Hot Shots
Small Area Compete – Squirts and Mites
High-tempo compete drills and small area battles to get your player ready for tryouts. Game-like reps, decision-making under pressure, and lots of puck touches.
August 4th & 5th
4:50–5:50 PM at Hot Shots
North Shore Summer Camp – Centennial Ice Arena (Highland Park)
Week-long hockey development camp for Mites & Squirts. On-ice skills, mini games, off-ice training, and hockey IQ.
Centennial Ice Arena | Mites & Squirts
Our full-week summer camp is almost at capacity!
CHICAGO SUMMER CAMP- SQUIRTS & MITES- Fifth Third Arena. July 7th-11th
Week-long camp focused on skill development, IQ, and compete — tailored for players who want smart reps and fun structure.
⚠️ Skater spots are SOLD OUT
Pro, College & Junior Skates – Thursday & Friday
Pro, College & Junior Skates – Johnny’s (Thurs/Fri)
Compete on Thursdays. Develop on Fridays. Two high-level skates built for current pros, college, and junior players home for the summer.
👉 Thursday: Book Compete Day
👉 Friday: Book Skills Day
Tuesday 3v3 Mites – Hot Shots Ice Arena (Lake Bluff)
Small-area compete skate for first-year mites. Fast-paced reps that teach spacing, instincts, and decision-making.
Monday U8 & U10 Skills – Hot Shots Ice Arena (Lake Bluff)
90-minute skill clinic with real reps, small groups, and focused instruction.
Mite/ Squirt President's Day Camp
Location: Hot Shots Ice Arena, Lake Bluff
Time: 9 AM - 3 PM
Camp Highlights:
drop off: 9am
On-Ice Schedule:
9:30 AM - 11:15 AM: Small Group Skills & Application
Power Skating, Puck control, & game application
1:30 pm - 2:45 PM: Small Area games
Every skater receives a Ford Hockey School jersey!
Off-Ice Activities: Enhance hockey IQ with game video analysis. off ice games- Please bring closed-toe shoes.
Lunch Provided: Enjoy pizza and Gatorade!
Spots are limited! Secure your player’s spot today by clicking the link below.
We look forward to a day filled with skill-building, teamwork, and fun!
Holiday Camp Jan 3rd Mite/ Squirt SINGLE DAY of Camp- Hot Shots Ice Rink
Location: Hot Shots Ice Arena, Lake Bluff
Time: 9 AM - 3 PM
Camp Highlights:
drop off: 9am
On-Ice Schedule:
9:30 AM - 11:15 AM: Small Group Skills & Application
1:30 PM - 2:45 PM: Small Area Games
Every skater receives a Ford Hockey School jersey!
Off-Ice Activities: Enhance hockey IQ with game video analysis. Please bring closed-toe shoes.
Lunch Provided: Enjoy pizza and Gatorade!
Spots are limited! Secure your player’s spot today by clicking the link below.
We look forward to a day filled with skill-building, teamwork, and fun!
1 OR 2 DAY- CITY CHRISTMAS CAMP! ADM/ Mites/ Squirts. @ Johhny's Ice House West
FHS Camp is back in Chi-Town. Join us for a fun-filled TWO-day camp on DECEMBER 26th & 27TH, from 9 AM to 3 PM at Johnny's Ice House West. This camp is open to ADM, Mites, and Squirts, and we can’t wait to see your young athletes on the ice.
Camp Highlights:
Drop-off: 9 AM
On-Ice Schedule:
9:15 AM - 11 AM: Small Group Skills & Application
1:15 PM - 2:30 PM: Small Area Games
Pick-up: 3 PM
Every skater will receive a Ford Hockey School jersey.
Off-Ice Activities: Enhance hockey IQ with NHL group video analysis. Please ensure your player brings closed-toe shoes for off-ice activities.
Lunch Provided: Pizza will be delivered for all campers along with Gatorade.
At Ford Hockey School, our mission is to foster player development through personalized attention and effective coaching. We believe in creating a supportive environment with small groups, ensuring a low player-to-coach ratio of 5:1. This approach allows each child to receive the individual guidance they need to grow and excel in the sport.
Spots are limited, so be sure to secure your player’s spot today by clicking the link below for the DECEMBER 26TH & 27th camp:
Holiday Camp Dec. 23rd Mite/ Squirt SINGLE DAY of Camp- Hot Shots Ice Rink
Location: Hot Shots Ice Arena, Lake Bluff
Time: 9 AM - 3 PM
Camp Highlights:
drop off: 9am
On-Ice Schedule:
9:30 AM - 11:15 AM: Small Group Skills & Application
1:30 PM - 2:45 PM: Small Area Games
Every skater receives a Ford Hockey School jersey!
Off-Ice Activities: Enhance hockey IQ with game video analysis. Please bring closed-toe shoes.
Lunch Provided: Enjoy pizza and Gatorade!
Spots are limited! Secure your player’s spot today by clicking the link below.
We look forward to a day filled with skill-building, teamwork, and fun!
SUNDAY NIGHT SMALL GROUP DEVELOPMENT MCFETRIDGE
Play Fast… to often coaches, parents, and players think playing hockey fast means skating fast. in reality, playing fast means thinking the game fast, having the puck control and understanding to do with the puck before you get it. come out with fhs this Black Friday and learn with fhs in this small group style learning class .
“slow is smooth. smooth is fast.”- bruce lee
BLACK FRIDAY 75 MIN CLINIC JOHNNYS WEST- MITE, SQUIRT, PEEWEE, BANTAM
Play Fast… to often coaches, parents, and players think playing hockey fast means skating fast. in reality, playing fast means thinking the game fast, having the puck control and understanding to do with the puck before you get it. come out with fhs this Black Friday and learn with fhs in this small group style learning class .
“slow is smooth. smooth is fast.”- bruce lee
Hot Shots Ice Arena Thanksgiving Break Camp
Date: November 26th
Location: Hot Shots Ice Arena, Lake Bluff
Time: 9 AM - 3 PM
Camp Highlights:
drop off: 9am
On-Ice Schedule:
9:30 AM - 11:15 AM: Small Group Skills & Application
1:30 PM - 2:45 PM: Small Area Games
Every skater receives a Ford Hockey School jersey!
Off-Ice Activities: Enhance hockey IQ with game video analysis. Please bring closed-toe shoes.
Lunch Provided: Enjoy pizza and Gatorade!
Spots are limited! Secure your player’s spot today by clicking the link below.
We look forward to a day filled with skill-building, teamwork, and fun!
Johnny's West Chi-Town Camp
SORRY CAMP IS AT CAPACITY…. PLEASE CHECK OUT SOME OF OTHER UPCOMING CLINICS OR CAMPS TO LEARN WITH FHS.
FHS Camp is back in Chi-Town. Join us for a fun-filled one-day camp on November 25th, from 9 AM to 3 PM at Johnny's Ice House West. This camp is open to ADM, Mites, and Squirts, and we can’t wait to see your young athletes on the ice.
Camp Highlights:
Drop-off: 9 AM
On-Ice Schedule:
9:15 AM - 11 AM: Small Group Skills & Application
1:15 PM - 2:30 PM: Small Area Games
Pick-up: 3 PM
Every skater will receive a Ford Hockey School jersey.
Off-Ice Activities: Enhance hockey IQ with NHL group video analysis. Please ensure your player brings closed-toe shoes for off-ice activities.
Lunch Provided: Pizza will be delivered for all campers along with Gatorade.
At Ford Hockey School, our mission is to foster player development through personalized attention and effective coaching. We believe in creating a supportive environment with small groups, ensuring a low player-to-coach ratio of 5:1. This approach allows each child to receive the individual guidance they need to grow and excel in the sport.
Spots are limited, so be sure to secure your player’s spot today by clicking the link below for the November 25th camp:
Election Day Camp
Join Us for a Single Day Hockey Camp!
Date: November 5th
Location: Hot Shots Ice Arena, Lake Bluff
Time: 9 AM - 3 PM
Camp Highlights:
drop off: 9am
On-Ice Schedule:
9:30 AM - 11:15 AM: Small Group Skills & Application
1:30 PM - 2:45 PM: Small Area Games
Every skater receives a Ford Hockey School jersey!
Off-Ice Activities: Enhance hockey IQ with game video analysis. Please bring closed-toe shoes.
Lunch Provided: Enjoy pizza and Gatorade!
Spots are limited! Secure your player’s spot today by clicking the link below:
Ford Hockey School Election Day Camp Registration
We look forward to a day filled with skill-building, teamwork, and fun!
Columbus Day Camp
we are excited to announce our Ford Hockey School Columbus Day Camp at Highland Park Centennial Ice Rink on Monday, October 14th! This one-day camp is an excellent opportunity for your young athlete to enhance their hockey skills, elevate their hockey IQ, and most importantly, have a lot of fun.
Camp Details:
Date: Monday, October 14th
Time: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location: Highland Park Centennial Ice Rink
Daily Schedule:
9:00 am: Drop-off (Please ensure your child is in gear minus skates, helmet, and gloves)
9:15 am: Classroom/video session to review techniques and strategies
9:45 am: Get ready for skating (Staff will assist with tying skates)
10:00 am: On-ice session featuring small group stations for skill development and mini-games (1 HOUR 30 MINS, 2 hours 45 minutes on ice TOTAL)
11:30 pm: Skates off, CLASSROOM, followed by lunch AND LECTURE
1:30 pm: Second on-ice session—small area games and competition (75 MINS)
3:00 pm: Pickup
What Your Child Will Experience:
On-Ice Training: 2 hours 45 minutes focused on skill development and friendly competition.
Off-Ice Training: Activities designed to enhance hockey IQ and overall understanding of the game.
Classroom Learning and Video Breakdown: In-depth insights and strategies supported by video analysis to help players refine their techniques and improve their game sense.
This small group setting clinic offers a unique opportunity for players to receive personalized instruction with a low coach-to-player ratio. Unlike other clinics that focus on simply playing harder, our program emphasizes understanding and applying essential hockey techniques, providing a more comprehensive learning experience.
What to Bring:
Snacks and Water Bottles: To keep your child energized and hydrated throughout the day.
Hockey Water Bottle: For use during on-ice sessions.
Pizza and Gatorade: Provided for all campers.
Sign Up Now!
Don’t miss this chance for your child to enjoy a full day of hockey excitement. Click here to register and secure your spot.
Tuesday Summer- Mite/ Squirt Skills
Book now… Ford Hockey School's Tuesday Summer Skates at Centennial Highland Park Ice Rink! Designed specifically for Mites and Squirts, these 90-minute clinics offer the perfect opportunity to hone your skills, build confidence, and have a blast on the ice.
At Ford Hockey School, we believe in the power of personalized instruction. That's why our Tuesday skates are conducted in small group settings, ensuring that every participant receives individualized attention from our expert coaches. Whether you're working on mastering the basics or fine-tuning advanced techniques, our coaches are dedicated to helping you reach your full potential.
Each week, we'll explore a different theme, while still mastering the basics. Our coaches will guide you through each theme, breaking down key concepts and techniques before putting them into practice in fun and engaging small group stations.
in addition, We'll finish each session with small area games, where you can put your newfound skills to the test and compete against your fellow skaters in a supportive and encouraging environment.
Spaces are limited, so be sure to book your spot now for Tuesday Summer Skates at Ford Hockey School!
FHS Spring Break Mite/ Squirt Camp
Dear Ford Hockey School Parents,
We hope this email finds you well. Ford Hockey School is thrilled to announce our upcoming Mite/Squirt Spring Break Day Camp at Hot Shots in Lake Bluff on March 25th and March 26th. This camp promises to be a fantastic experience for your young athletes.
Schedule:
9:00 am: Campers check-in and get dressed
9:30 am: Campers take the ice
9:30 to 11:15 am: On-ice skills/skating/drills
11:20 am to 1:00 pm: Lunch/Lecture & Video/Off-ice
1:00 pm to 2:30 pm: Half-ice games/Small Area Games
2:30-3:00 pm: Undress, Clean Up Time & Pickup
Lunch will be provided for all campers, and we welcome parents to send along snacks (please keep them to fruit and vegetables, no nuts). Ensure campers wear closed-toed shoes for off-ice activities.
1st time campers will receive a Ford Hockey School Jersey on their first day of camp.
Pricing:
Both days: $350
Single day: $180
Spots are limited and filled up quickly in our previous North Shore camp, so act fast! To secure your child's spot, please reply to this email with a confirmation. In memo line of payment please include “spring Break camp”, player’s name , age, and team they played on for the 2023-24 season. Remember, a 50% payment is required immediately to reserve your spot, with the remaining balance due on the day of the camp.
We look forward to providing a fun and engaging hockey experience for your young players!
Best regards,
Matthew Ford
Ford Hockey School Team
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