Nashville Predators Coach Mitch Korn presents the

2013 NASHVILLE

SPECIALIZED

HOCKEY

PROGRAMS

Each camp is Sun. thru Wed…now 4 days

*GOALTENDER

PROGRAM

June 9-12

* ages 9 to adult

* full day program

* none better!

* sold out in 2012

*DEFENSEMAN

PROGRAM*

June 9-12

*ages 9-14

*sold out in 2012

*3 hours of ice daily

**defensemen need training, too

Centennial Park Ice Complex th 222 25 Ave. North, Nashville, TN.

for more info contact Mitch Korn

@ (513) 226-4332 or visit

www.mitchkorn.com KORN CAMP the SPECIALIZED CONCEPT ABOUT THE GOALTENDER PROGRAM

Back in 1977 Mitch Korn organized his first weekend Specialized THE SCHOOL'S OBJECTIVE Goal Program in Buffalo, NY. In between then and now, Mitch Goaltending is more than just stopping pucks. This unique and the staff have developed this unique concept. These camps have program will teach and drill the physical now grown into the best in the country with various locations skills needed such as full and half offered. Why not attend a program specially designed by position? butterflies, shuffles, stick skills, power It was Mitch's work in goalie camp that helped him land the job as pushes, recoveries, transitions, etc., along the Sabres Goalie Coach in 1991. with the mental skills such as save MITCH KORN selections, "reading the play," tracking, 22 yrs. in the NHL angles, focus, situational analysis, etc. We provide a "full-day" experience. Now in his 15th season with the , Mitch MITCH’S PHILOSOPHY previously spent 7 seasons as the There is no substitute for hard work. Goaltender Coach for the Buffalo Mitch works the goalies hard, but, he also believes in having fun. Sabres. His hard work, superb Humor is a big part of the teaching process. The goalies work communication skills, ability to together as a "team" all week long. Mitch runs all the ice sessions. “dissect" a goalie’s game, and

great sense of humor have gained him the respect and friendship of OUR FORMAT those he has coached and worked In order to accomplish our task, the goalies receive a maximum of with at all levels. Fondly referred to as “Children of the Korn” (a 4 hrs. of ice time daily, plus 3.5 hrs. of structured off ice activities. phrase coined by Nashville head coach Barry Trotz) these current Video is taken to teach and reinforce the skills. and former goalies (many of whom are now coaching) have benefited from and helped spread the “goalie gospel according to THE ON ICE PROGRAM Mitch.” Besides having coached present and former pro goalies The ice time will be , Anders Lindback, Chris Mason, , Marty divided into 2 sessions. Biron, , Mark Dekanich, Dominik Hasek, Tomas The first session is Vokoun, Drew MacIntyre, Jeremy Smith, Magnus Hellberg, Chet designed to teach and Pickard and Mike McKenna, Mitch has coached and influenced drill the skills needed. many others who have (in the past) or who are currently coaching The second session professionally. They include: Mike Valley (Dallas), Corey Hirsch consists of "stations" (St. Louis), Clint Malarchuk (Calgary), Olaf Kolzig (Washington), with shooters and lots of Mike Dunham (Islanders), Wade pucks to help the Flaherty (Winnipeg), Grant Fuhr goaltender "execute" the (formerly Phoenix), Steve skills taught. Great training tools such as low & high shot McKichan (formerly Toronto), screen boards, an on ice mirror, reaction cones, high shot Ben Vanderklok (Milwaukee- deflection boards, on ice video, mini and white pucks, focus AHL for Nashville), Mike Bales enhancers and glove weights will be used. (Wilkes Barre – AHL for Pittsburgh) and Bob Janosz OFF ICE PROGRAM (Rochester-AHL for Buffalo). The goalies will have 2 daily off ice sessions which include: video Mitch is on ice for the entire replay, goalie dryland training, uniquely developed NHL highlight goalie program! Can anyone dvds to help teach "goalie sense," mental skill development, match his 22 years of coaching reading and reacting, how to handle the many game situations, success in the NHL? equipment innovations…and more! ABOUT THE STAFF A highly qualified and experienced staff will be put together to AGES, STRUCTURE, AND ENROLLMENT provide the best instruction and supervision. We guarantee that our We accept ages 9 to adult, with the goalies grouped in "teams" by staff will be more than just coaches or players . . . they will be age and ability. All ice work is done as an individual, with a teachers! For example: partner, or in a "station" of 3-4. What you do is important, not For the Defense Program: what the goalie does next to you. Enrollment is limited and acceptance is first come, first served. This is a commuter program . Patrick Higgins: -helped design our Defenseman Program . . no housing is provided. Ages are as of Dec. 31, 2013. -collegiate hockey player th -6 year with our program TYPICAL SCHEDULE - "A full day experience" Dennis Vickers: -now prep coach in New Hampshire 7:50am Register on Sunday June 9 -member Miami Hockey Camp staff 8:30am Daily Arrival *plus a number of collegiate players 8:45am Classroom 10:30am-noon On ice training For the Goalie Program: 12:05pm Lunch Besides Mitch, we have developed a staff of loyal, highly energetic 12:45pm-2pm Off-ice block coaches with most still playing at the junior, college or pro level. 2:30pm-5pm On ice station training ABOUT THE DEFENSE PROGRAM FOR BOTH PROGRAMS

ABOUT BEING A DEFENSEMAN CENTENNIAL PARK ICE COMPLEX Good defensemen are in great 222 25th Avenue North, Nashville, Tn. 37203. Located near demand. All coaches search for these downtown Nashville, Centennial is the official practice facility for strong backliners to solidify the the NHL Nashville Predators. The team's play in their own zone and to complex features include two ice start the offense. Since the advent of surfaces, dressing rooms, a snack Goalie Schools, defensemen have bar, pro shop and a pool. truly been the most neglected players. By far, defense is the most HOST HOTEL difficult position on the ice. The Hampton Inn and Suites is our host. More details exist on our ABOUT OUR CONCEPT website. It’s where we stay. The concept of "position specific" is not unique to summer goaltender camps . . . so why not bring the same concept to playing CONFIRMATION defense! We will break the defense’s job down by zone and by MAILING/REGISTRATION skill to provide the most rewarding on-ice experience possible. Our Shortly after our receipt of your application and deposit, you will feedback has been FANTASTIC. receive an acceptance statement with an explanation on how to access our website to print final detailed information on the THIS PROGRAM’S CURRICULUM program selected and a medical form. Our program will cover the following, and more: *defenseman skating skills such as backward pivots, mohawk Registration for the Goaltender Program will be SUNDAY morning, June 9 at 7:50am, followed by the full day's program. turns, lateral motions *situational coverages - (1 on 1, 2 on 1, etc.) Registration for the Defense Program will be SUNDAY *point play, shot blocking, pinching, shooting morning, June 9 at 7:30am, followed by the full program. *tying up opponents, initiating breakouts All specifics will be in the info you print off our web site. *checking and angling; reading & reacting . . . and much more

AGES, STRUCTURE, AND ENROLLMENT MEDICAL INSURANCE We will accept ages 9-14, with the defensemen divided into 6 EACH PLAYER MUST POSSESS MEDICAL INSURANCE. Neither Mitch Korn nor anyone "teams" by age. All ice work is done as an individual, with a associated with Mitch Korn’s partner, or in a "station." What you do is important, not what the Specialized Hockey Camps, Inc. will player does next to you. Enrollment is limited to 6 defensemen per be responsible for any medical or team and is first come, first served. It is a commuter program with dental insurance. Any accidents or no housing provided. Ages are as of Dec. 31, 2013. illness will be treated at a hospital THIS ON ICE PROGRAM near the ice facility. Our medical insurance form is available on our The participants will have two ice website for each participant to print. sessions daily totaling 3 hours, all A medical and liability release statement is included on this form. It geared toward defensemen and the must be signed by a parent or guardian and brought to registration. skills they need to have success. COST/DEPOSIT/REFUND POLICY OFF ICE PROGRAM The cost for each program is as follows: Each day the defensemen will have a Goaltender Program: $570 classroom session. In addition, we will use specifically designed NHL highlight Defenseman Program: $370 video tapes to help teach hockey sense, A non-refundable deposit of $100 for and $75 for reading and reacting, and defense Defensemen is charged and should be sent with the application. The skills such as breakouts, pinching, hinging, angling etc. balance of payment for all programs is due by MAY 1. The complete refund / payment procedure will be part of the information PROGRAM SCHEDULE (Sun.-Wed.) you will print from the website. Full payment must accompany any applications received after May 1, should space be available. **The full program begins on Sunday 7:30a Register on June 9 EQUIPMENT NEEDED 8:15a Daily Arrival (Mon-Wed.) All players must supply and properly wear their own, full, legal 8:45-10:15a On Ice equipment. A camp jersey sponsored by CCM will be provided. 10:30a-11a Snack/Break* All players should be able to dress themselves for the ice. Parental 11a-noon Classroom assistance is permissible outside the locker rooms. Individual water 12:15p-1:45 On Ice bottles are optional. 1:45p Day Ends *snack bar open FOR MORE INFORMATION...if you have questions, feel free to call: Mitch Korn:…(513) 226-4332 (cell)

Other Defense or Goalie Programs are offered around the country Check out www.mitchkorn.com 2013 MITCH KORN'S SPECIALIZED HOCKEY CAMPS in NASHVILLE @ CENTENNIAL PARK APPLICATION

Player's Name Phone # (cell) (home)

Address Height Weight Level Played (A, AA, etc.).

City State Zip Birthdate Age as of Dec. 31, 2013

SELECT YOUR PROGRAM CHOICE (please circle program)

DEFENSE PROGRAM – June 9-12 OR GOALTENDER PROGRAM - June 9-12

Jersey size (circle): Adult Sizes: S M L XL XXL (a choice for goalies only) Player’s position:______

Make check payable to: Mitch Korn's Specialized Hockey Camps, Inc. Parent's e-mail address and mail to: Korn Camp NASHVILLE Specialized Hockey Camps Date: Amount Enclosed PO Box 190 Oxford, Ohio 45056

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