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Summer Camps – 2024
Camp Registration is OPEN!
(Please note: Summer Camp Registrations are NON-REFUNDABLE)
At Montclair State Ice Arena, we offer summer 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 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!
2024 Skating Camp
Ages 4-14
For beginner skaters through advanced skills, our summer camp will assist in developing skaters through various levels of ice skating. Designed to improve your skill set and/or increase your competitive edge, 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. *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
Lunch and 1 snack is included. 
Cost: $599 per camper, per week
- Please Note: Camps are NON-REFUNDABLE
Offered weekly,
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.
2024 MSA ASPIRE Skating Academy Camp
For new and experienced competitive skaters looking to improve their skills, the MSA 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 Freestyle, Gold Star, Future Champions, and No Test levels.
MSA Academy Camp (Basic 6 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.
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.
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.
2024 Coaching Staff
Camp Director
Deana Sroka – Skating Director
Professional Coaching Staff
Kristen Fraser (2-time Olympic Competitor)
Igor Lukanin (2-time Olympic Competitor)
Galit Chait (3-time Olympic Competitor)
Alexey Bychenko (2-time Olympic Competitor)
Each instructor’s availability subject to change. Guest coaches (if any) to be announced.
2024 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 $599 per week per player.
Early registration discount if registered by 6/1/24
** NY Rangers Camps is priced separately.
SUMMER CAMP ENROLLMENTS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE.
Lunch is included in all options.
Maffei’s Mites
Weeks:
#1 June 24-28 : Register Here
#3 July 15 – 19: Register Here
#5 July 29 – Aug 2: Register Here
#9 Aug 26 – 30: Register Here
– For 8 & Under!
Join Coach Nick Maffei for a full day summer camp geared for players 10 and under, from beginner to travel!
Players will be grouped by age and skill level.
Lunch and morning snack are included
Full day 9;30am – 4:30pm each day
Basics of skating, stickhandling, shooting & passing • Fun drills, games, and skill development.
For Squirts & Older:
Week 2 July 8-12: SPEED WEEK HOCKEY CAMP
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!
Week 3 July 15-19: TOURNAMENT CAMP
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!
Week 4 July 22-26: New York Rangers Hockey Development
This camp accepts new beginner players, however, full equipment is required. The camp is held at the Montclair State Arena, and features both on and off ice elements and training.
Week 5 July 29-AUG 2 DANGLEFEST CAMP
Week 6 August 5-9: SPEED WEEK HOCKEY CAMP
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!
Week 7 August 12-16: SHOOT IT!
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!
Week 8 Aug 19-23: BATTLE CAMP
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!
Week 9 Aug 26-30: Tournament Camp
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 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.
GOALIES:
Goalie pricing for all camps (except NY Rangers) is 60% of total camp fees.
MSU Arena’s Experienced Summer Camp Staff Includes:
Mike Liu, MSU Arena’s Hockey Director
Christian Valvano, Owner, Hockey Gainz
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.