Selects Academy

Selects Academy | NH Selects Hockey
Summer 2026 · Ages 8U–16U+ · Training Is Underway

Selects Academy

A skills-first summer development program built around Power Edge Pro's Reactive Countering Training. Get faster, sharper, and game-ready before the season starts.

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Ages
8U – 16U+
When
Mid April – Mid Aug
Where
The Ice Den
Training
PEP / R.C.T.
Train Like the Season Depends on It

NH Selects Academy is a summer skills development program for players 8U through 16U+. Training runs from mid-April through mid-August at The Ice Den in Hooksett, NH — giving players a full summer of structured, high-intensity development before the new season.

Every session is built around Power Edge Pro's Reactive Countering Training (R.C.T.) methodology, emphasizing skating, puck skills, passing, shooting, hockey IQ, and confidence through progressive drills and small-area games in a competitive environment.

Whether you're preparing for tryouts, sharpening your game for the next level, or getting your first taste of structured off-season training — this is where the work gets done.

Age Groups

Training is organized by age group so players develop alongside peers at the right competitive level.

8U
Ages 8 & Under
10U
Ages 9–10
12U
Ages 11–12
14U
Ages 13–14
16U+
Ages 15–16+
Powered by R.C.T.
Power Edge Pro · Reactive Countering Training™
Performance Proven. The Training System
That Separates Good from Great.

Reactive Countering Training (R.C.T.) focuses on the often-overlooked but crucial ability to fire multiple motor skills simultaneously — a key element for mastering the high-speed, inside-game skills essential in today's hockey.

R.C.T. unlocks each player's full potential through a performance-proven training methodology that mirrors the demands of today's game. It builds the nuanced inside game that separates players at every level.

What You'll Work On

Every session is designed to push players beyond their comfort zone in the areas that matter most.

1
Skating Speed, edges, agility, crossovers, and transitions. Your feet drive everything.
2
Puck Skills Stickhandling under pressure, deception, and confidence with the puck in traffic.
3
Passing & Receiving Tape-to-tape accuracy, timing, and the ability to move the puck at game speed.
4
Shooting Release, accuracy, and shot selection in game-situation scenarios.
5
Hockey IQ Reads, positioning, anticipation, and decision-making through small-area games.
6
Confidence & Compete Playing fast, making mistakes, and building the mental game alongside the physical.
8U Development Program
16-Week Foundation Program

Our 8U Development Program is designed to introduce young players to the fundamentals of hockey in a fun and engaging environment. Each week, participants focus on core skills — skating, stickhandling, passing, and shooting — while learning the importance of teamwork and sportsmanship in one-hour on-ice sessions.

The program is structured with progressive drills and small-area games to ensure skill development and confidence-building. With an emphasis on fostering a love for the game, this program provides a solid foundation for young athletes to grow as players and teammates.

16 Weeks 1 Hour Sessions Ages 8 & Under
Choose How You Train

Three ways to access the Academy. Same coaching, same ice, same R.C.T. development — pick the commitment that fits.

Training is Underway
Full Academy Now Pro-Rated to $845
Jump in now — 13 sessions remaining at $65/session
Custom Schedule
$80
per session · 5 session minimum

Pick the dates that work for you. Email us your preferred sessions and we'll build your schedule.

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Single Drop-In
$100
per session · no minimum

One session at a time. No commitment required. Show up, work hard, leave better.

Drop-In

Custom Schedule: Email Director@nhselects.com with your preferred dates. Minimum 5 sessions at $80/session. We'll send you a custom registration link.

Location & Schedule

All sessions at The Ice Den, 600 Quality Dr., Hooksett, NH 03106. 16 sessions per age group, April through August 2026.

Location The Ice Den
600 Quality Dr.
Hooksett, NH 03106
Season April 12 – August 16, 2026
16 sessions per age group · 1 hour each
2026 Session Dates & Times

8U & 10U skate on Fridays. 12U, 14U, and 16U+ skate on Sundays. Highlighted dates (*) are schedule adjustments due to Memorial Day weekend and facility availability.

Date 8U 10U 12U 14U 16U+
April
Sun, Apr 123:40 PM4:50 PM6:00 PM
Fri, Apr 175:40 PM6:50 PM
Sun, Apr 193:40 PM4:50 PM6:00 PM
Fri, Apr 245:40 PM6:50 PM
Sun, Apr 263:40 PM4:50 PM6:00 PM
May
Fri, May 15:40 PM6:50 PM
Sun, May 33:40 PM4:50 PM6:00 PM
Fri, May 85:40 PM6:50 PM
Fri, May 155:40 PM6:50 PM
Sun, May 173:40 PM4:50 PM6:00 PM
Tue, May 19 *4:40 PM5:50 PM
Wed, May 20 *4:40 PM8:30 PM
Thu, May 21 *4:40 PM
Fri, May 295:40 PM6:50 PM
Sun, May 313:40 PM4:50 PM6:00 PM
June
Fri, Jun 125:40 PM6:50 PM
Sat, Jun 13 *3:40 PM4:50 PM6:00 PM
Sun, Jun 143:40 PM4:50 PM6:00 PM
Fri, Jun 195:40 PM6:50 PM
Fri, Jun 265:40 PM6:50 PM
Sun, Jun 283:40 PM4:50 PM6:00 PM
July
Fri, Jul 104:30 PM5:40 PM
Sun, Jul 123:40 PM4:50 PM6:00 PM
Fri, Jul 174:30 PM5:40 PM
Sun, Jul 193:40 PM4:50 PM6:00 PM
Fri, Jul 244:30 PM5:40 PM
Sun, Jul 263:40 PM4:50 PM6:00 PM
Fri, Jul 314:30 PM5:40 PM
August
Sun, Aug 23:40 PM4:50 PM6:00 PM
Fri, Aug 74:30 PM5:40 PM
Sun, Aug 93:40 PM4:50 PM6:00 PM
Fri, Aug 144:30 PM5:40 PM
Sun, Aug 163:40 PM4:50 PM6:00 PM

* Highlighted dates are schedule adjustments. May 19–21 sessions are moved due to Memorial Day weekend. June 13 is a Saturday session for 12U/14U/16U+. 8U & 10U times shift earlier starting July 10. All times are start times — each session is 1 hour.

Academy FAQ
Do I need to be an NH Selects player?
No. The Selects Academy is open to all players looking for high-quality summer development training.
What ages are eligible?
8U, 10U, 12U, 14U, and 16U+. Training is organized by age group.
When do sessions start?
Training began in mid-April and runs through mid-August 2026. Registration is pro-rated for the remaining sessions — jump in anytime.
What is R.C.T.?
Reactive Countering Training is Power Edge Pro's training methodology that focuses on firing multiple motor skills simultaneously — building the inside-game skills essential in today's hockey.
What equipment is required?
Full hockey equipment — helmet, pads, gloves, pants, shin guards, skates, and stick.
Where is The Ice Den?
600 Quality Dr., Hooksett, NH 03106.
Who do I contact with questions?
Email info@nhselects.com — we're happy to help.
Summer 2026 · Pro-Rated

The Off-Season Is
Where You Earn It

Training is underway. Registration is pro-rated to $845 for all remaining sessions. Jump in now and show up to next season a different player.

Register Now — $845 Questions? Email info@nhselects.com

2026 Skills Academy

NH Selects Academy is a skills-first development program for players 8U through 18U Juniors/College.

training opportunities as offered are built around Power Edge Pro’s Reactive Countering Training™ (R.C.T.) to help athletes build today’s “inside-game” skills at game speed.

Sessions emphasize skating, puck skills, passing, shooting, hockey IQ, and confidence through progressive drills and small-area games in a fun, competitive environment.

The Academy is based at The Ice Den (Hooksett, NH) Training is underway and pro-rated registration is available. Contact: Director@nhselects.com for more information.

Dates: Listed

Cost (Pro-Rated): $845 

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