Montclair State University Ice Arena summer camps WOW your skater with a summer they won’t soon forget!
Summer Camps – 2025
Camp Registration is OPEN!
(Please note: Summer Camp Registrations are NON-REFUNDABLE)
At Montclair State Ice Arena, we offer summer COSMIC, Hockey & Figure Skating camps for all ages and abilities. From specific skills camps for goalies/skaters or advanced camps for freestyle skaters, we have the program for you. Check out our available COSMIC, Hockey and Skating camps below.
Have any questions about what we offer at our camps or have any special scheduling circumstances that you need to have figured out? Reach out to our staff to get your question answered and register before we fill up!
NEW IN 2025: 2 & 3 Day Camps – Cosmic Glow & Aspire
Of course we always offer daily walk ons!
Hockey Camp $199/day
Cosmic Skate Camp $175/day
Aspire Camp $199/day
Our Camp Directors:
Hockey Camps: Mike Liu
Skating & Cosmic Camps: Deana Sroka
2025 Cosmic Skate Camp
Ages 4-14
For beginner and/or recreational skaters our Cosmic summer skate camp will assist in developing skaters through various levels of ice skating, as well as offering loads of “cosmic” fun!
Designed to pack each day with fun and skating skills, this full day, week long camp will provide a positive and fun learning atmosphere in a clean, safe environment.
Skaters’ days will begin at 8:30 a.m. and conclude at 4:30 p.m. Each day will consist of on ice and off ice instruction/play, as well as creative recreational activities, many set in and around our one of a kind glow rooms! Our creative counselors make the most of each day and theme each week creating a cohesive group and lifelong friends! *Schedule subject to change.
8:30 Check In
9:00-10:00 am – On ice lesson
10:20-11:40 am – Off Ice Class
11:40-12:20 pm – Free Skate
12:30-1:20 pm – Lunch
1:30 – 2:30 pm – Off ice activities
2:30 – 3:30 pm – On Ice Class
3:30 – 4:30 pm – Off Ice activities
4:30pm – Depart
Cost: $599 per camper, per week
Weekly June 23 – August 29
Lunch and 1 snack is included.
Save $50 per week: Register by 6/15/25 |
Please Note: Camps are NON-REFUNDABLE
REGISTER HERE
To register, click this link, in the upper right hand corner choose “Log In”.
You may need to create a new account if the system does not recognize your email address. Once your account is created, you may choose “Register” in the upper left. Choose “activity” from the drop down menu. You may then filter your activity selection by “CAMPS – SKATING”. You would then choose “Learn to Skate Camp”. You will register for camp based on your week’s selection. Once you choose your week, click the Blue Register Button to add it to your cart. You may enroll more than 1 person or 1 week at a time.
Aspire Academy Skating Camp
For new and experienced competitive skaters looking to improve their skills, the Aspire Academy Camp will provide participants with an introduction to different aspects of figure skating, including jumps, spins, power skating, and Moves in the Field. Skaters will also receive off ice instruction in areas such as stretching, ballet, and core strength. This is the perfect camp for skaters in the Basic 4 and higher Freestyle, Gold Star, Future Champions, and No Test levels.
Aspire Academy Camp (Basic 4 and above) Features Include:
- Up to 4 hours of ice time daily, which includes on ice clinics, group instruction, private lessons, and practice time!
- Two off ice classes each day in conditioning, stretching, dance, and core strength*
- Counselors to supervise, assist, and tie skates
- Lunch and 1 snack are included daily.
Early registration discount if registered by 6/15/25
Skater’s Typical Day
Skaters’ days will begin at 8:30 a.m. and conclude at 4:30 p.m. Each day will consist of on ice and off ice instruction, as well as creative recreational activities. *Schedule subject to change.
8:30 Check In
9:00 – On Ice Clinic/Practice/Private Lesson
10:00 – Off Ice Class
11:00- Open Freestyle
12:00 – Lunch
1:30 – Off Ice Clinic
2:30 – On Ice Class
3:00 – Open Freestyle
4:30 – Depart
- Private lessons available for an additional fee
Additional freestyle sessions can be purchased using your punch card or pay as you go. Please note that private lessons are not included in your camp fees. Enhance your camp experience with private lessons–please speak with the skating director for more information.
Some of the elements of classes:
Moves in the Field Class
Will focus on US Figure Skating compulsory elements incorporating turns, power, and edge control. Emphasis will be placed on the Pre-Juvenile through Intermediate levels and aim to prepare skaters for upcoming tests.
Hoops and Ribbons
Ever wonder how rhythmic gymnasts perform with hoops and ribbons? Now is your chance to try rhythmic skating events, as well as improve your artistry and skating skills by incorporating various props into your routine!
Jumps & Spins
Campers will learn about proper in-air and landing jump techniques, as well as receive instruction on different spin variations.
Choreography
This camp will push a skater’s creativity to the limit, fostering musicality and the usage of uncaptured moves throughout a program.
2025 Professional Coaching Staff
- Deana Sroka – Skating & Camp Director
- Michele Barbieri – Assistant Camp Director
- Kristen Fraser (2-time Olympic Competitor)
- Igor Lukanin (2-time Olympic Competitor)
- Galit Chait (3-time Olympic Competitor)
- Evgeny Krasnapolsky (2-time Olympic Competitor)
and many more!
Each instructor’s availability subject to change. Guest coaches (if any) to be announced.
REGISTER HERE
To register, click this link, in the upper right hand corner choose “Log In”.
You may need to create a new account if the system does not recognize your email address. Once your account is created, you may choose “Register” in the upper left. Choose “activity” from the drop down menu. You may then filter your activity selection by “CAMPS – SKATING”. You would then choose “Aspire Camp”. You will register for camp based on your week’s selection. Once you choose your week, click the Blue Register Button to add it to your cart. You may enroll more than 1 person or 1 week at a time.
JR Red Hawks Competition Team Camp
For experienced & competitive skaters looking to improve their skills, compete and perform! All aspects figure skating, including jumps, spins, power skating, choreography and Moves in the Field will be covered. Skaters will also receive off ice instruction in areas such as stretching, ballet, dance and core strength. This is the camp for skaters in the Basic 5 and higher with aspirations of competing and performing in solo and/or group, theatre or synchronized skating atmospheres.
- At least 4 hours of ice time daily, which includes on ice clinics, group instruction, private lessons, and practice time!
- Two off ice classes each day in conditioning, stretching, dance, and core strength.
- Ice time for private lessons (private lessons are not included in the pricing of the camp and are additional fees.)
- Private lessons (if selected) will be by staff coaches and are subject to availability: SPECIAL: Camper discount of (1) 30 minute private lesson per day for $300 per week!
Each 5 day week is $725 per camper.
Register by 6/15/25 and save $50 per week!
2025 Hockey Camps
Montclair State University Ice Arena Hockey Camps will improve the skills of every player, no matter their ability or experience. We emphasize strong skating skills as the foundation to everything that comes next: shooting, stick handling, and passing. We also focus on the most important part of hockey—having fun!
We know you will develop your skills, have fun, and create a memorable summer.
Geared towards Squirt age players and up, all camps are full day programs and include a minimum of 3 hours of ice time per day and an interesting daily routine that includes off-ice training and multiple fun activities for each camper to enjoy. This balanced, multi-disciplined approach results in over 35 hours of on and off ice training each week and a better, more well-rounded hockey player. (Experienced Mites may also apply!)
Sample Daily Schedule:
7:30am – 8:00am Check-In
8:00am – 9:15am GROUP A ICE (GROUP B OFF-ICE)
9:25am – 10:40 am GROUP B ICE (GROUP A OFF-ICE)
10:50 am – 11:50 am GROUP A ICE (GROUP B OFF-ICE)
12:00pm – 1:00pm LUNCH
1:40pm – 2:40pm GROUP B ICE (GROUP A OFF-ICE)
2:50pm – 3:50pm GROUP A ICE (GROUP B OFF-ICE)
4:00pm – 5:00pm GROUP B ICE (GROUP A OFF-ICE)
5:00pm Check-Out
Off-ice activities include: Plyometric Training, Aerobic Exercise Strength and Conditioning, Team Building Games, Soccer, Kickball, and Much More!
All MSU Arena Hockey Day Camps are $649 per week per player.
Goalie pricing for all camps (except NY Rangers) is 60% of total camp fees.
Early registration discount if registered by 6/15/25 – Save $50 per week!
Lunch is included in all options.
*NY Rangers Camp is priced separately.
*Summer Camps are non-refundable
MSU Arena’s Experienced Summer Camp Staff Includes:
- Mike Liu, MSU Arena’s Hockey Director
- Nick Maffei, Maffei’s Mites Head Instructor
- Adam Carlo, MSU Arena Coach
- Joseph Maldonado, MSU Arena Coach
- Igor Lukanin, Owner, Dynamic Edge, 2 time Olympic Skater
- Other Current & Former Professional, College and Junior League players.
Maffei’s Mites
June 23-27
July 14 – 18
July 28 – Aug 1
Aug 25 – 29
For 8 & Under | 9:30am – 4:30pm
Join Coach Nick Maffei for a full day summer camp geared for players 10 and under, from beginner to travel! Basics of skating, stickhandling, shooting & passing • Fun drills, games, and skill development.
Players will be grouped by age and skill level. Lunch and morning snack are included
REGISTER HERE FOR MAFFEI’S MITES CAMPS
For Squirts & Older:
Speed Week Hockey Camp
Week 2 | July 7-11
Explosive Starts! Quick Agility! Learn how to use your speed on the ice to your advantage. A focus on edgework, power skating, and skill sets for hi-tempo skills, drills and game situations will be the benchmark of this week. Leave your opponents in the dust!
Tournament Camp
Week 3 | July 14-18
Feel like a pro, competing to lift the MSU Arena Summer Cup! Every second counts as teams are drafted and scores are kept as participants compete on and off the ice hockey training with their Coach to hoist the trophy by week’s end! Players get trained as a team with all team concepts, drafted and traded throughout the week as coaches prepare the players for the Friday Showdown!
New York Rangers Hockey Development Camp
Week 4 | July 21-25
The Junior Rangers Youth Hockey Camp is a week-long program for players aged 7-12 seeking top-tier instruction from NYR alumni, current players, and hockey operations staff. The camp challenges players with on-ice drills, off-ice conditioning, classroom sessions, and recreational activities.
Stay tuned for more info!
Danglefest Camp
Week 5 | July 28 – August 1
You can’t snipe and celly before you dangle! Add new moves to your repertoire and add new techniques to your stickhandling so you can crank up the creativity in your game!
Speed Week Hockey Camp
Week 6 | August 4 – 8
Explosive Starts! Quick Agility! Learn how to use your speed on the ice to your advantage. A focus on edgework, power skating, and skill sets for hi-tempo skills, drills and game situations will be the benchmark of this week. Leave your opponents in the dust!
Shoot-it Camp
Week 7 | August 11 – 15
Give the fans what they want! Slap shots, wrist shots, snap shots, backhands! Learn and practice these different shots for speed and accuracy! Become the Sniper you know you are!
Battle Camp
Week 8 | August 18 – 22
High intensity on and off battle camp for Squirts & Up! This mini camp will feature drills and game situations to improve body contact and help win your puck battles!
Tournament Camp
Week 9 | August 25 – 29
Feel like a pro, competing to lift the MSU Arena Summer Cup! Every second counts as teams are drafted and scores are kept as participants compete on and off the ice hockey training with their Coach to hoist the trophy by week’s end! Players get trained as a team with all team concepts, drafted and traded throughout the week as coaches prepare the players for the Friday Showdown!
REGISTER HERE
To register, click this link, in the upper right hand corner choose “Log In”.
You may need to create a new account if the system does not recognized your email address. Once your account is created, you may choose “Register” in the upper left. Choose “activity” from the drop down menu. You may then filter your activity selection by “CAMPS – HOCKEY”. You will register for camp based on your week’s selection. Once you choose your week, click the Blue Register Button to add it to your cart. You may enroll more than 1 person or 1 week at a time.
2 Day Cosmic Skate Camp
Choose your 2 days.
For beginner and/or recreational skaters our summer camp will assist in developing skaters through various levels of ice skating, as well as offering loads of “cosmic” fun! Designed to pack each day with fun and skating skills, this full day, week long camp will provide a positive and fun learning atmosphere in a clean, safe environment.
Skaters’ days will begin at 8:30 a.m. and conclude at 4:30 p.m. Each day will consist of on ice and off ice instruction/play, as well as creative recreational activities, many set in and around our one of a kind glow rooms! Our creative counselors make the most of each day and theme each week creating a cohesive group and lifelong friends!
Each 2 day week is $349 per camper. Choose your 2 days!
Register by 6/15/25 and save $50 per week!
2 Day Aspire Camp
Choose your 2 days
For new and experienced competitive skaters looking to improve their skills, the Aspire Academy Camp will provide participants with an introduction to different aspects of figure skating, including jumps, spins, power skating, and Moves in the Field. Skaters will also receive off ice instruction in areas such as stretching, ballet, and core strength. This is the perfect camp for skaters in the Basic 4 and higher Freestyle, Gold Star, Future Champions, and No Test levels.
– Up to 4 hours of ice time daily, which includes on ice clinics, group instruction, private lessons, and practice time!
– Two off ice classes each day in conditioning, stretching, dance, and core strength
– Counselors to supervise, assist, and tie skates
Each 2 day week is $499 per camper. Choose your 2 days!
Register by 6/15/25 and save $50 per week!
3 Day Cosmic Skate Camp
Choose your 3 days
For beginner and/or recreational skaters our summer camp will assist in developing skaters through various levels of ice skating, as well as offering loads of “cosmic” fun! Designed to pack each day with fun and skating skills, this full day, week long camp will provide a positive and fun learning atmosphere in a clean, safe environment.
Skaters’ days will begin at 8:30 a.m. and conclude at 4:30 p.m. Each day will consist of on ice and off ice instruction/play, as well as creative recreational activities, many set in and around our one of a kind glow rooms! Our creative counselors make the most of each day and theme each week creating a cohesive group and lifelong friends!
Each 3 day week is $499 per camper. Choose your 2 days!
Register by 6/15/25 and save $50 per week!
3 Day Aspire Camp
Choose your 3 days
For new and experienced competitive skaters looking to improve their skills, the Aspire Academy Camp will provide participants with an introduction to different aspects of figure skating, including jumps, spins, power skating, and Moves in the Field. Skaters will also receive off ice instruction in areas such as stretching, ballet, and core strength. This is the perfect camp for skaters in the Basic 4 and higher Freestyle, Gold Star, Future Champions, and No Test levels.
– Up to 4 hours of ice time daily, which includes on ice clinics, group instruction, private lessons, and practice time!
– Two off ice classes each day in conditioning, stretching, dance, and core strength
– Counselors to supervise, assist, and tie skates
Each 3 day week is $549 per camper. Choose your 3 days!
Register by 6/15/25 and save $50 per week!