If you're looking for a full day, high energy skill development camp for your child age 7 and up, OP is for you. If you value teaching over simply time on ice. If you value individual teaching, hands on coaching and an environment where bad habits are corrected. If you value a well-rounded approach which includes dryland, multi-sport exposure and time for socialization and good ol' fashion summer fun. If you value academics and behavior in addition to time on ice.
If this sounds good to you, join us. If you are looking for free skate sessions and loose, unstructured supervision, we know there are other great programs for you.
OP is proud to announce the following partnerships and enhancements for Summer Development 2023
Featuring the dynamic Christian Grunnah, GPS Hockey and his power skating approach.
Elite approach to edgework, speed, and agility. High energy, intensity + fast pace.
Pro-instruction + play with age-appropriate equipment at Island Lake Golf Course.
Conquer Ninja Warrior, plus Centennial Swim, Lacrosse + Soccer development.
Off-ice training at Acceleration MN plus strength + conditioning with Michael Diggins, Cougar Strength.
Camp runs the entire summer. Sign up for the full 10 weeks to get the most out of the experience.
Rick Kisskeys, Owner + Lead Instructor at Optimal Performance is a graduate of Centennial High School. After graduating, hockey brought Rick to Great Falls, Montana where he played 3 years of Junior A Hockey. Junior Hockey was a great stepping stone as he transitioned to Minnesota State University-Mankato to play at the Division I level. post-collegiate career, he joined the U.S. Army and has served over the past 17 years. Both the Army and hockey have taught him the importance of discipline and what it means to belong to something. Welcome to OP!