HIGH PERFORMANCE HOCKEY TRAINING @ CRUSHCAMP
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mon may 13 - thurs aug 22, 2024
Grit Performance Hockey has partnered with CrushCamp to provide hockey specific training in a world class training facility, with biometric testing to measure progress, and nutritional guidance. Expect your athlete to develop the speed, strength, mobility, and power to CRUSH their training goals and tryouts. They will develop the discipline and mindset to succeed on and off the ice.
Open to hockey players age 15 - 18.
“I’m excited to put all of the training I’ve learned throughout my professional hockey career and post career athletic endeavours to help the next generation of hockey players CRUSH their goals with the tools I wish I had access to level up my game when I was their age.”
WHY hockey camp at crushcamp?
CrushCamp offers two studio spaces with world class training equipment including the SKILLMILL which was designed for Olympians to train on prior to the Rio Olympics. These unique treadmills are designed to lessen the impact on the body and offer a variety of positions to challenge the body, push cardiovascular endurance, build power, and expand lactic thresholds for the all important hockey legs.
With the use of the SKILLMILL, barbells, free weights, and other equipment, Coach Chris will help your athlete build a well rounded foundation to put their best foot forward during tryouts and build the strength, power, endurance, discipline, and mindset they need to CRUSH their hockey season.
A well rounded training regime IS KEY
A comprehensive hockey-specific training program for players aged 15-18 requires a balanced approach that integrates speed, strength, mobility, power, and on-ice skills development while also prioritizing injury prevention.
Growth: May will focus on building professional habits and quality repetition/technique. Introduction of weight training with high repetition to build muscle stamina, speed, twitch muscle memory. SKILLMILL overspeed sprint training introduced. Plyometrics, sprints, box jumps and cardiovascular primer. Ice session focuses on skating technique, edgework and skill development. Roll and restore session with Yoga sequence instructional stretches designed for hockey players.
Repetition: June and July will be continuous repetition to build muscle memory as the program hits flow. Increase in weight related exercises to continue muscle stamina readiness and confidence. Circuit training introduced to increase overall pace and challenge. SKILLMILL overspeed sprint training progresses with an increase in Cardiovascular push. Continued Plyometrics, sprints, box jumps and cardiovascular output. Ice session focuses on skating technique, edgework and skill development. Breathwork (calming the mind) and 45-minute Flow and Restore Yoga session instructed.
Intensity: August will introduce one ice time per week to increase the intensity of game like readiness and cardiovascular output. Increased focus on Power for weight exercises coupled with speed overtraining to maximize performance.
Teamwork: There will be a team wind up party, coaches wishing each of you the best and ongoing support offered throughout the season. We are here to support you every step of the way and honored to be a teammate of yours off the ice as you pursue your hockey excellence and goals for the upcoming season.
YOUR coach HAS YOUR BACK
Chris will help your athlete to set tangible, achievable Fitness, Nutrition, and Mindset goals to level up their hockey game and set a solid foundation of healthy habits that will serve them for life. Expect to build strength, speed, endurance, power, on and off ice skills, discipline, and a winning mindset so they can CRUSH their tryouts.
It will not be easy
Your athlete will be pushed beyond their comfort zone - physically and mentally. They will be required to show up and put in the work for the duration of the camp, be open with their Coach and training mates about their goals, triumphs and setbacks. Because that is where the magic happens. And if there is one thing we can guarantee…
IT WILL BE WORTH IT
“Chris has been making a positive impact on my kids lives since they first went into his hockey school many years ago. His attention, focus and frankly, his give a sh*t for the kids has always been his priority. His ability to relate with them, and share his obvious passion has helped to motivate them to not only be better hockey players but in fact be a role model and inspire them to be better humans. My son followed up with Chris years later and now works now works with Chris as an instructor He looks up to Chris as a mentor, colleague and friend and we couldn’t be happier as parents for him to have a role model like Chris to look up to.”
MEET YOUR COACH
CHRIS bruton
5 Years as a Professional Hockey Player, Captain of the 2008 Western Hockey League and Memorial Cup Champions, Certified Personal Trainer (Canfit Pro), 200 HR Yoga Teacher Training (Passage Studios), CPR Level C & AED Certified (Canadian Red Cross), Masters of Business Administration (University of West Scotland), Co-Founder + Head Instructor of the Columbia Valley Hockey School, and Owner - GRIT Performance.
Hello!
My name is Christopher Bruton and my purpose and passion is to train, coach and bring vitality and health to your life.
GRIT Performance is a culmination of my life devoted to sport, fitness, nutrition, and health. I grew up training extensively and specifically in the sport of hockey. I was able to make a living playing the game I loved and competed for five years professionally. Throughout my development from an early age until I retired from the game, I learned a diversity of training methods and programs. I was fortunate enough to have gone through the highest caliber training programs from National Hockey League teams such as the St. Louis Blues, New York Islanders and Detroit Red Wings.
The sport of hockey opened a plethora of opportunities that included obtaining a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) from Acadia University. I also received a Masters of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of the West of Scotland in my final year of professional hockey playing for the Braehead Clan in Glasgow, Scotland.
I have gone through hours and hours of training, weightlifting and developmental tools and practices to reaching my ultimate potential as an athlete. This includes sports psychologists and personal developmental coaches to enhance mental fortitude and performance. Having stepped away from the game, I have been able to take certain aspects from my hockey training experiences and integrate them into multi-dimensional programs that are inspired to support athletes and individuals on reaching their fitness goals. I have worked out in functional sport specific gyms directed towards climbing and mountaineering. I have expanded my knowledge and curiosity by actively participating in mobility classes, nutritional seminars, yoga classes, body recovery workshops, breathwork classes and just about anything else related to fitness. I am a Certified Personal Trainer, Expert Group Fitness Instructor and a Registered Yoga Teacher (200 Hour).
I want to support you by pushing not only your body but connecting with your motivation, improving your mindfulness, and creating personal growth and expansion.
I hope to provide value, motivation, energy, experience, coaching, knowledge, and a friendship to supporting your health and sport specific goals.
Schedule your 20 minute Complimentary Consultation with Chris
“Grit Performance and Christopher’s coaching was a huge motivator for me when I needed it. He was instrumental on working with me to source the right nutrition and diet to give me more energy and feel healthier overall. I was intimidated with Yoga, meditation and breathwork but Christopher’s coaching made it fun and showed me the incredible benefits of these practices.”
HOW IT WORKS
Your first step is a complimentary 20-minute consultation with a Coach (phone, or online) to determine fit and answer any questions you may have, and get you booked for your taster session.
Once you have completed your camp registration, you will receive instructions to book your inBody Scans, your training schedule, links to your monthly self reflection form, and more.
Each week, there will be 4 training sessions.
Mondays @ 7:30pm - Strength + Power Session @ CrushCamp
Wednesdays - Alternating Speed or On Ice Sessions
Speed Work @ Mornings - @ 7 am May 22, June 5, June 19, July 3, July 17 - Meet @CrushCamp (Training location will vary week to week based on training needs and weather in-studio, Scotsman Hill, Memorial Stairs etc…)
On Ice @ Mornings - @ 7 am May 15, 29, June 12, 28, July 10, 24, [Southland Leisure Centre]
- @ 7 am July 31, Aug 7, 14, 21 [Norma Bush]The frequency of on ice sessions will ramp up to 1x per week as of July 24th.
Thursdays @ 6:30pm - Strength + Power Session @ CrushCamp
Sundays @ 4:00pm - Mobility + Recovery @ CrushCamp
Celebrate your success with your training teammates with our wind up celebration.
Key Dates:
Registration Opens: Friday April 25th.
60 Minute Taster Session + Meet Your Coach: Saturday May 4th 12:30 pm
Registration Ends: Saturday May 11th
Training Camp Runs: Mon May 13 - Thurs Aug 22.
InBody Scan #1: May 13 - May 19 - 30 min appt
InBody Scan #2: Aug 15 - Aug 22 - 15 min appt
Wind Up Celebration: Week of August 19th
“Chris has worked with our sons over the past 10 years. Chris has always demonstrated an extremely high level of professionalism. His teaching and development [of] our boys has been outstanding and is what brought us back to the Hockey School year after year.”
“The facilities were awesome! Staff were so friendly and super helpful. Great positive experience for our team with tons of energy and high fives. The skill mills are amazing for conditioning and the circuit style training is so exciting.”
WHAT’S INCLUDED
59 Total Sessions running from May 13 - Aug 22, 2024
30 Total Strength + Power Conditioning Sessions - 2x weekly weightlifting, circuit training, and power development sessions per week @ CrushCamp
5 Total Speed Development Sessions - Bi-weekly speed sessions for plyometrics, overspeed, mobility, coordination. Meet @ CrushCamp (Training location will vary depending on focus and weather)
10 Total Ice Times - Bi-weekly on ice sessions for: skill development, skating improvement, edgework. Ice times switch to once per week as of July 24th
14 Total Yoga or Mobility Sessions - 1x weekly recovery sessions (yoga, breathwork, mobility, or roll and restore) @ CrushCamp
2 private inBody Scans with personalized recommendations
30-minute 1:1 Goal Consultation with Coach Chris
Monthly accountability check in to ensure you are making progress towards your hockey development goals
CrushCamp Guide to Nutrition
CrushCamp Protein Cheat Sheet
INVESTMENT: $2999 - FIRST 5 SIGNS UPS: save $250
hockey camp FAQS
What age ranges can participate?
Our hockey camp is open to players aged 15-18.
What is biometric scanning, and how does it work?
Biometric scanning is the most effective way to understand your body composition (percentage of muscle mass, fat mass, mineral, and water content). By completing two scans, you will be able to measure your success and muscle development far more accurately than with a scale or measuring tape. The scan is completed by standing on two metal pads barefoot and fully clothed while a small electrical current passes through your body. Your first scan appointment will be 30 minutes long and include a personal explanation with recommendations from a licensed and trained technician. Learn more about inBody scans here
Other questions? Send Chris an Email
WHY Hockey camp @ Crushcamp
Because your athlete will have access to best in class equipment to train like an Olympian on our Skillmills
Because we know building up leg strength and dynamic power is key to success in hockey.
Because your coach knows what it takes to succeed in life and on the ice.
Because a holistic approach to hockey training ensures a healthy body and mind without burnout.
Because we believe in developing high performance habits to CRUSH your hockey goals and your life off the ice.
“CrushCamp offers an exceptional variety of fitness classes including LIFT, HIIT, and Yoga. The instructors bring passion and expertise to every session. The atmosphere is motivating, making it easy to push through challenging workouts. A top-notch choice for those seeking a well-rounded fitness experience.”
BOOK YOUR CONSULTATION
Only 20 Spots Available! Complete the form below to book your complimentary consultation with a Coach Chris.
Please note your challenge registration is not completed until you have completed the consultation and received a confirmation email from your Coach.