Take Your Game Off-Ice with These Driveway Hockey Drills

February 15, 2024
A hockey player stick handling a hockey puck between cones with his rollerblades on
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Here’s to all of the puck enthusiasts out there! It’s that time of the year to take the game home and add some fun to your training. Whether you're gearing up for the hockey season or just itching to hone your skills, we've got you covered with some off-ice training drills that will have you dominating the rink in no time. Strap on your roller skates, grab your street hockey stick, and let's hit the pavement for some serious fun and improvement.


Dryland hockey training has never been more exciting, and with the help of these driveway hockey drills, you'll be able to sharpen your skills without ever stepping foot on the ice. So, what are you waiting for? Let's dive into the action!


Master Your Shot


First up, we've got some killer drills to boost your shooting skills. From mastering the "drag and shoot", to perfecting those one-timers with a hockey passer, these exercises are sure to get your shot game on point. All you need is your trusty hockey stick, a hockey shooting pad and some pucks to get started. Get yourself a set of hockey shooting targets to really pinpoint your accuracy.

 


Sharpen Your Skating Skills


Strap on your rollerblades and get ready to glide through these skating drills. From perfecting crossovers to mastering the quick start, these exercises will have you zooming across the pavement with ease. Don't forget to practice those double c cuts for some serious power in your stride! These skills will undoubtedly transfer over when you lace up your real hockey skates, so give them a try and feel the improvement over time.

 


Level Up Your Stickhandling


Dangling like a pro is essential for dominating the game, and these drills will help you do just that. From weaving through cones to navigating tight spaces with precision, you'll be handling that puck like a boss in no time. All you need is some obstacles like cones, and a stick handling trainer would take your training session to an entirely new level.

 


Driveway Drills Made for Two


Grab a buddy and get ready for some serious fun with these partner drills. Perfect your one-touch passes, or your sauce technique with a Green Biscuit hockey puck and set each other up tape-to-tape. You could also practice your deflection technique with a soft orange hockey ball and take turns tipping easy shots. Whichever drill you choose, it’s always better with a friend!

 


Gear Up and Get Going

 

With the help of these driveway hockey drills, you'll be ready to get back on the ice in no time. Check our guide to a perfect street hockey experience for some great fun all around and don't forget to get your friends and family involved! Lastly, make sure to stock up on street hockey gear, whether that be hockey training tools, or game-ready gear to get a game on like inline skates, a hockey net, or some street hockey goalie equipment. Happy training, and see you on the ice!

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