skip navigation

Defense Camp

July 15 -18, 2024

Defense Wins Championships

Offense may win games, but defense wins championships. Learn what is being taught at the college and professional level. From skills and strategy, to strength and conditioning, to mental toughness, nutrition, and recruiting insights. People who play hockey may have skills, but hockey players play all sides of the puck. Become the defensemen that is noticed at combines and tryouts.

Group Information

Groups Offered: 10U-12U and 14U-18U

Details and Fees

Fee: $520

  • Includes 10 hours of ice
  • 5 hours of dryland training
  • Position specific drills on and off ice
  • Drop-off at 8:00am pick-up at 4:00pm
  • Lunch can be purchased for a special rate at the Training Table Café at the UPMC Lemieux Sports Complex

Sample Schedule

Start Time End Time Description
8:30am 9:00am Drop-off & check-in
8:45am 9:00am Locker Room
9:00am 10:00am On-Ice
10:10am 11:20am Off-Ice Activity
11:30am 12:10pm Lunch
12:20pm 12:50pm Video Session
1:05pm 2:05pm On-Ice
2:20pm 3:20pm Off-Ice Workout
3:30pm Pick-up

**Detailed schedule will be sent 1 week prior to camp.

Hotel Information

Questions

Please contact PenguinsRinks@pittsburghpenguins.com with questions.

Refund Policy

Cancellation Policy for Individuals Registered for Camps

  • If canceled within 45 days of the event, no refund will be issued
  • If canceled 46 to 90 days before the event, a 50% refund will be issued
  • If canceled more than 90 days before the event, a full refund will be issued minus $150

Cancellation Policy for Private Sessions

  • If canceled more than 24 hours in advance, an account credit will be issued. 
  • If canceled less than 24 hours in advance, no refund will be issued and the full fee will be due. 

Cancellation Policy for Individuals Registered for Classes (multi-week training)

  • If canceled within 14 days of the class start, a 50% refund will be issued
  • If canceled more than 14 days before the class start, a full refund will be issued minus a $50 registration fee.