Beginner training tools/aids

[Eastcoaster 0]

I have a womens grass roots hockey school here in Halifax and was wondering if anyone had any ideas as to aids or tools I could use.

I have read a bit about skate weights ( not good )

I tried the parachute

What else could I try ? Any input would help

This is an adult school

[flyers10 57]

Check out hockeyshot.com They sell a bunch of training aids. I got a shooting tarp for my garage from them. I think the code "teamcares" will save 10%.

[Surf_bum_nz 0]

Agility ladders are great. you can do a lot with them

[Jordan 13]

I know this is going to sound cheeky, but I don't mean it to be...

But, what more do you really need than pylons and pucks? IMHO, I think that the specific drills are more important than equipment.

[Eastcoaster 0]

Thanks for the tips everyone.

And Jordan, you are right but my challenge right now is the various levels of players and what there strenghts and weaknesses are. I think that If I can challenge one of my advanced women with an aid different than just skating the circles I think this might keep her interest.

But you are right, Pylons are really all you need and I have used them well.

[junior 1]

I know this is going to sound cheeky, but I don't mean it to be...

But, what more do you really need than pylons and pucks? IMHO, I think that the specific drills are more important than equipment.

I agree that drills are more important then the aids, but like eastcoaster said, keeping interest is key. The reason why many professionals are professionals is because they were able to keep motivated to train and practice. Some people are able to push themselves and some people need special equipment or uncommon drills to keep themselves going. Do whatever it takes to get your "students" on the ice and keep them pushing hard.