Okanagan Hockey School
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Okanagan Hockey School has been providing hockey instruction to athletes since 1963. The hockey school is operated by several people who have spent the majority of their lives involved in the game. Combined, the staff has over 50 years of NHL hockey experience.

Through nearly 50 years of operation, the Okanagan Hockey School has become an International leader in hockey instruction. In Canada, the Okanagan Hockey School currently operates six locations, including Penticton and Kelowna
Kelowna
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 British Columbia
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, St. Pölten, Austria
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, as well as two NHL partnerships with the Calgary Flames
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 and Edmonton Oilers
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 in Alberta
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.

The Okanagan Hockey School has programs designed for males and female players of all levels from 5-20 years old. There are regular and elite programs offered for players and goaltenders, including specialized programs for skating, power skating, shooting and defense. Okanagan Hockey School is also one of the largest goaltender schools in the world. For the 15+ year old age group, Okanagan Hockey School offers a high level Junior / College Prep camp that encompasses everything needed for young aspiring Junior hockey players to progress to higher levels.

The Okanagan Hockey Pacific Summer Showcase (formally the International Development Tournament) is a unique program that attracts players from around the world. The PSS is designed to challenge dedicated elite players to further develop their hockey skills and knowledge through an extensive week-long elite showcase and instructional camp.

The Okanagan Hockey School also operates the Okanagan Hockey Academy, which is a year-round program based out of Penticton.
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