Summer Camps / Kamloops

Kamloops High-Performance Hockey Camp Faster. Stronger. Unshakeable.

Five days for U11, U13, U15 & U18 players who want more than drills: elite skating and skills, hockey-specific dryland, and the mindset to perform when it counts.

★★★★★
“Hands down, my son's favourite hockey camp.”Michelle W. · Parent

5 Days of Focused Development

Two ice sessions daily, competitive puck work, hockey-specific skills and dryland fitness training, plus mental and emotional tools to handle pressure.

Camp will be located at Brocklehurst Arena in Kamloops, BC.

Choose your Kamloops camp below.

Choose your week

$725CAD + GST · 5 full daysLimited space available

Both weeks sold out last summer.

5 DaysMonday to Friday
2×On-Ice sessions daily
1×Dryland Fitness daily
1×Off-Ice Skills daily
1×Classroom Session daily
Quick facts

A five-day camp by Player Acceleration in Kamloops. Choose from two five-day camps in August. Groups are U11, U13, U15 and U18. Each day includes two on-ice sessions plus dryland fitness, off-ice skills and a player-growth (mindset) session, with a low player-to-coach ratio. The cost is $725 CAD plus GST.

Player Acceleration Camp Experience

The program

What changes in five days

Two players battling for the puck in an on-ice drill
ON-ICE

Skating & skills

Skating, competitive game situations and position-specific puck skills.

Player working on shot release during off-ice skills
OFF-ICE SKILLS

Hands & release

Shooting, stickhandling, focus and hand-eye coordination.

Players sprinting with resistance bands in dryland training
DRYLAND

Speed & strength

Hockey-specific agility, core stability and resilience.

Players in a classroom player-growth session with Josh
CLASSROOM SESSION

Mindset

Building confidence, resilience and leadership.

After five days, your player leaves with:

Confidence heading into tryouts

They show up to tryouts having already done the hard reps, ready to earn a spot on the team they want.

Energy that lasts

Sustained energy all the way through games and practices, from the first shift to the last.

Skills that hold up at speed

Cleaner edges, quicker hands and a release that works under pressure.

Stepping into who they're becoming

A complete picture of the player, and person, they're becoming, with skill, body and mindset working together.

Parent reviews

Don't take our word for it

“He said it was the hardest dryland he’s ever done. Fantastic camp. Run well. Good communication.”
Parent · Lake Country Summer Camp
“He had the best time and learned so much! The coaches were incredible and adaptive to everyone’s needs.”
Hockey parent · Summerland Young Guns
“The camp is very well run, the staff is friendly, yet challenges the kids with new techniques and constructive feedback. The mindset session is a great addition, many camps do not offer that.”
Hockey parent · Kelowna High-Performance Camp
“He loved a lot of the mindset things! He values coaching and guidance and I find that it gave him confidence. This is exactly what we want for him.”
Hockey parent · Kelowna High-Performance Camp
“The on ice portion and skills development. Excited to come back next year. Great value.”
Hockey parent · Kamloops High-Performance Camp
Your coaching staff

Coaching

Josh McEwan, head coach
HEAD COACH

Josh McEwan

Helps players grow on and off the ice, building relationships and a clear sense of purpose.

Experience across CSSHL, JPHL, private hockey and minor hockey.

Jens Kieling, Head Fitness Trainer
Performance & Fitness

Jens Kieling

Supports performance, fitness, mindset and off-ice development, and the relationships that help players keep progressing.

Professional kinesiologist (Bachelor of Kinesiology, University of Regina). Has trained NHL, NBA and Olympic athletes.

Matteus Reis
ON-ICE · OFF-ICE

Matteus Reis

Works on the ice and off the ice, focused on player growth and keeping the game fun.

Assistant Coach, Grand Forks Border Bruins (junior).

Tessa Kosec
ON-ICE · OFF-ICE

Tessa Kosec

Works on the ice and off the ice, building relationships and supporting returning players.

Assistant Coach, Female AAA Lakers. Physical & Health Education degree and B.Ed., Nipissing University.

FAQ

Questions parents ask

Who is the Kamloops camp for?
For AAA, AA, academy, prep, Tier 1, Tier 2, Tier 3 and rep players, plus motivated house players who want to move up.

We work with players from the CSSHL, BCEHL, HPL, HSL and BC Hockey programs, as well as other leagues across Canada and internationally.

We have groups for U11, U13, U15 and U18 players.

What does a day look like?
Two on-ice sessions plus dryland fitness, off-ice skills and a classroom session, roughly 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Each week page has the full schedule.

On-ice: the first half is skating, game-like situations and competitive drills. The second half is puck skills (shooting, stickhandling, puck control and protection) plus position-specific training.

Off-ice skills: shooting, stickhandling, focus and hand-eye coordination.

Dryland fitness: agility, core stability and hockey-specific training that builds mental and physical resilience, raising intensity and work ethic.

Classroom session: intention-setting, progressive muscle relaxation, and connecting mindset, body and emotions.

What should my player bring?
Full hockey gear with sharpened skates, dryland clothes and indoor runners, lunch, snacks and a water bottle. The full list is in your confirmation email.

Players have time to eat their packed lunch during the classroom session, with breaks between sessions to hydrate and refuel. Lunch is not provided—please send a packed lunch.

Is lunch provided?
No, lunch is not provided. Please pack a lunch and snacks for each day. Players have time to eat during the classroom session, plus breaks between sessions to hydrate and refuel.
What is your refund policy?
Refunds are available with a medical note from a qualified physician stating the player is unable to take part. A $25 processing fee applies.
What if the week I want is full?
Dates and open weeks are listed on this page. For a week that is open now, use that week’s registration on this page.
What happens after camp?
Every registered family can book a free Roadmap Session with Josh to build a development plan for their player. Book your Roadmap Session.
When and where is the Kamloops camp?
Week 1 runs Aug 9–13, 2027 and Week 2 runs Aug 16–20, 2027, at Brocklehurst Arena, 2470 Fleetwood Ave, Kamloops, BC.
What ages can attend?
Each week has two age groups: U11–U13 and U15–U18.
How much is camp and how do I register?
Camp is $725 CAD + GST for 5 full days. Choose Week 1 or Week 2 on this page and registration opens in a new tab.

Ready for Kamloops?

Choose Week 1 or Week 2 to register.

Limited space available

Both weeks sold out last summer.

Choose your week