Hockey

Superstars Camp

Our Superstars Camp is back for Summer of 2024!

The Superstars Learn to Skate and Learn to Play Hockey summer camp is a full day adventure for kids interested in becoming hockey players, figure skaters or just want to skate and have fun on the ice.

This year, participants can sign up for the Learn to Skate or the Learn to Play Hockey option. The Learn to Skate Camp will have an emphasis on figure skating and the Learn to Play Hockey camp will focus on teaching players fundamental hockey skills.

Each day includes fun activities both on and off the ice. The camp includes daily coach led classes, supervised public skate session(s), off ice training and stretching, games, crafts and each camp will have an end of the week on ice exhibition.

We will offer two consecutive weeks of this year's Superstars Camp. Join us for one week, or both weeks at a discounted rate* and double your fun!

Camp Dates: Week 1: July 8 - July 12, 2024 Week 2: July 15 - July 19, 2024

Camp Times: 8:00am - 4:00pm

Cost: $325 - Cost includes snacks, lunch & camp t shirt

*save 10% off the total price if you register for both weeks

For more information, contact Karen Perrin at karen.perrin@daytonaicearena.com

Superstars Learn to Skate Camp 2024

The Superstars Learn to Skate Camp is for all skaters ages 6 - 13. Each week will have a different theme and skaters will participate in a short exhibition performance on the last day of camp.

Daily Program Includes
- Coach led Learn to Skate class
- On ice/off ice performance choreography
- Supervised Public Skate session(s)
- Games and crafts
- Snacks & Lunch will be provided

Registration Link:

https://app.mysportsort.com/view/index.php?an=366&myss_source=register&entitytype=0&entityid=40006

The Superstars Learn to Play Hockey summer camp is a full day adventure for kids interested in becoming hockey players.

We will offer two consecutive weeks of this year's Superstars Camp. Join us for one week, or both weeks at a discounted rate* and double your fun!

Camp Dates: Week 1: July 8 - July 12, 2024 Week 2: July 15 - July 19, 2024

Camp Times: 8:00am - 4:00pm

Cost: $325 Cost includes snacks, lunch & camp t shirt

*save 10% off the total price if you register for both weeks

The Superstars Learn to Play Hockey Camp is led by former Tampa Bay Lightning player Eric Perrin and is for all skaters ages 6 - 13. Each week will provide a unique hockey experience and players will participate in a hockey scrimmage on the last day of camp. All hockey equipment needed and skates will be available for use during the camp.

Daily Program Includes

- Coach led Learn to Play Hockey session
- On ice/off ice hockey skills development stations and activities
- Supervised Public Skate session(s)
- Games and crafts
- Equipment & skates will be provided if needed
- Snacks & Lunch will be provided

Registration Link:

https://app.mysportsort.com/view/index.php?an=366&myss_source=register&entitytype=0&entityid=40118

For more information, contact Karen Perrin at karen.perrin@daytonaicearena.com

DME Hockey Academy

Tier I: Full Time Hockey Academy Students:

Academy student athletes that choose the Tier I plan will attend on and off ice training 5 days per week. Among the many skill areas that will be explored in Hockey Academy:

Hockey Fundamental Skills Development Training

Puck skills
- Introduction to higher level stick handling
Proper Skating Techniques
- Improving Skating Speed and Acceleration
Passing and Shooting Techniques
- Using these skills in game situations at a high leve
Game IQ
- Improve the all-around understanding of the game of hockey by utilizing video analysis sessions, off ice instruction (Chalk Talk), and various other teaching methods
Preparation
- Teaching the importance of preparation for physical activity (proper warm up techniques) for injury prevention and quality of performance
- Teaching the importance of preparation for competitive sports, including mental preparation for better focus, nutrition, etc

Recovery
- Teaching proper recovery techniques for daily practices (stretching)
- Teaching the importance of proper recovery techniques for the mind and body of the athlete
- With the amount of training Hockey Academy offers, it is vital that players understand the importance of the recovery process which includes eating well (nutrition), getting proper rest (sleep) and stretching for injury prevention

Tier II: Part-time Hockey Academy Students:

Those Hockey Academy Students who choose the option of attending only 2 days per week (2 on ice sessions and one will join the same sessions as the Tier I (full time students.) The itinerary will be the same as Tier I.

A Day at DME Hockey Academy: Although this list gives an outline of the regular itinerary, the advantage of working with a skilled professional coach, Eric Perrin, is that he will be able to adjust the daily schedule to adapt to the needs of the Hockey Academy players.

Morning: Players will arrive at the Daytona Ice Arena to begin their day with DME Hockey Academy

Daily: Off ice and on ice warm up to prepare for training session
Daily: On ice hockey training and hockey skills development session (1 – 1.5 hrs) that is designed using the American Development Model (ADM) and other successful youth hockey program components concentrating on fundamental hockey skills presented in specific teaching segments throughout the year
3 days per week: following the on-ice training, players will participate in off-ice skills development training sessions that will reinforce the theories and techniques that are taught on ice.
Weekly: players will also attend off ice “Chalk Talk” teaching sessions focusing on game/individual situations, team structure and positional play
After the daily training sessions are complete, the players will cool down and stretch

After the morning session is completed, those players that attend DME’s Xceed school will be transported back to campus. Other students will be released to their parents or designated adult after the training session.

DME Hockey Academy was born from an idea to offer players a unique opportunity to develop their fundamental hockey skills so they may reach the pinnacle of their hockey potential. Our hockey academy instructional and mentorship programs are led by former NHL Stanley Cup Champion Eric Perrin.

Eric Perrin serves as the Development Coordinator and Head Instructor of DME’s Hockey Academy. Eric brings 22 years of professional playing experience to this role. Eric received a Division I scholarship from the University of Vermont where he received his Physical Education degree. Following Eric’s collegiate career, he went on to play in the most prestigious leagues in hockey including the NHL, AHL, KHL, NLA (Swiss Elite League) and Liiga (Finnish Elite League). Eric’s numerous achievements include being a Stanley Cup Champion (Tampa Bay Lightning), Liiga Champion and European Cup Champion.

To increase the longevity of his playing career, Eric developed a synergistic approach incorporating continued skills development, innovative training methods, proper nutrition as well as utilizing the latest in recovery techniques. He truly believes utilizing this approach fostered his ability to continually compete at the highest levels of the sport and stay relevant during his 22-year professional hockey career. Eric is now using this same synergistic approach to form the foundation of DME Hockey Academy.

Through DME’s Hockey Academy, Eric has taken his numerous years of playing experience, as well as his involvement with youth hockey in Finland, Canada, and USA Hockey to create an elite hockey training and development program. As a player, Eric approached the game of hockey with a quest for learning and desire to continually improve. As a leader both on the ice and in the locker room, Eric was known for his positive attitude and professionalism. He couples these qualities with his advanced knowledge of the game of hockey and his love for teaching to provide an unequalled opportunity for players to be trained and mentored by him in our Academy.

Director of Hockey

Daytona Beach, FL – Daytona Ice Arena is proud to announce former NHL player Eric Perrin as the new Director of Hockey for DIA. He will oversee our growing Swamp Rabbits youth programs as well as our adult leagues and programs.

As a native of Montreal, Canada, Eric fell for hockey at a young age and started to learn to skate at age 5. Eric’s love for the “Fastest Game on Earth” has taken him across Canada and the US, as well as Europe and the World. He was won many individual awards and more importantly, been a part of very successful teams that have won the NHL Stanley Cup (Tampa Bay Lightning) and the European Cup (JYP/Finland).

In preparation for his post-playing career, Eric became greatly involved in community events as Team Ambassador, with roles that included:

Public Appearances
Fundraising
Volunteering
Motivational & Inspirational Speaking

After retirement last year, Eric, his wife Karen, and their hockey loving children, discovered a love of the beach and have now settled in Daytona Beach. “I am eager to start this journey with DME Sports and Daytona Ice Arena and very excited about the potential growth of youth hockey in this area,” said Eric Perrin.

Outgoing Director of Hockey, Mackie Grimes said, “I would like to take this time to welcome Eric Perrin as the new Director of Hockey at Daytona Ice Arena. Eric comes with a lifetime of incredible experience and knowledge, a passion for hockey and player development, and I couldn't think of anyone else I would want to pass the torch to. We are fortunate to have him here as a member of this hockey family.”

Eric is driven by a quest for learning and desire to continually improve. As a leader, both on the ice and in the locker room, Eric is known for his positive attitude and professionalism and will be a great addition to the Daytona Ice Arena Ice Hockey leadership team.

Eric Perrin Career

College: University of Vermont