NYBRO HOCKEY ACADEMY NHA | SEASON 2012/2013
INVEST IN YOUR FUTURE Welcome to Nybro, Sweden
Thank you for your interest in NHA with the idea to provide a truly international We realize that finding a good hockey and education with outstanding athletic instruc- academic program that can work together to tion. Mike Beharrell had for several years develop your child’s athletic and academic worked with small groups of international skills can be a difficult task. NHA in conjunc- players from around the world in Stockholm. tion with CIS (Calmare International School) Many of those players went on to have great are committed to honouring that trust that success academically and athletically. Several you have in us for your childs future develop- moved on to represent their home countries ment . Our program will ensure that these at IIHF World Championships. After relocating kids will leave as confident and skilled young to Nybro the concept was expanded with the adults, prepared to handle the intellectual involvement of Calmare International School and social challenges they will encounter in and Nybro Vikings to become the Nybro the future. Hockey Academy!
Nybro Hockey Academy began in 2011 Nybro Vikings are a historic team located in the south of Sweden. With a long standing tradition of producing hockey players. YOUR SUCCESS IS OUR SUCCESS! The goal of this program is to produce not For those of you are about to become At NHA players can expect around only great students and great athletes but NHA alumni, this is a great step 40 games per year. Players will get 7 Important information for non-Europe- outstanding global citizens. Nybro Hockey forward in your athletic and academic hours per week of on ice individual an applicants: Academy along with CIS is committed to development. NHA’s commitment to and team practice sessions. 4 hours NHA is restricted on the number of providing an environment where our athletes you will help build personnel resil- per week of supervised off ice train- non EU/EEA players it can have in its can experience success in life! We want to ience and the vital qualities to team ing. Following the conclusion of the teams. As such non EU players will be provide as many of our athletes with the tools work which are essential to individual regular hockey season players then admitted on a first come first serve to be successful when their future opportuni- and team success. It is not an easy step into an intensive post season bases. ties arrive! NHA will also strive as much as road ahead. training program. possible to assist in the creation of those Prospective students from outside opportunities. In order for you to truly become an NHA the difference! NHA is committed the EU/EEA area are strongly advised elite athlete it will take perseverance to ensuring that our players continue to start the application for a Swedish and Spartan training. A high level of to receive assistance from us after residence permit immediately upon Tor Persson commitment will be reciprocated by they graduate in whatever manner receiving Confirmation of Admission. Director of Nybro Hockey Academy those around you wearing the NHA possible. We want to help provide and [email protected] colors! We look forward to this journey create future opportunities whenever Applications for residence permit are with you and look forward to hearing possible! In short NHA alumni are made at your local Swedish embassy of your successes in the future. team mates for life! or consulate. For further information please visit the website of Swedish NHA players will have a busy schedule We welcome players from all around Migration Board. between their academic and athletic the globe to come and pursue their studies. athletic and academic goals.
2 3 EDUCATION
CIS – an active choice, the right choice!
Calmare International School is a modern upper secondary school with light premises, located in central Kalmar. At CIS, we show each other consideration through responsibility, respect and com- mitment – both for each other and our mutual environment. If you choose CIS, you will know that we will support you in what you are doing, but also that we will expect your dedication. During your three years at upper secondary school, you will gain knowledge that you will have good use for, both for higher educa- tion and working life. Make an active choice and choose CIS. You Choose the school that cares!
won’t regret it! According to us, the school and upper secondary education should Nice premises. be a good platform for your further studies. Our programs, SA Light and well-adapted premises are a condition for enjoying your (Social Science), EK (Business Studies) and NA (Natural Science) time at CIS and being successful in your studies. Hence, CIS is prepare you for these studies and our way of teaching is inspired inspired by a “real-life”-working place, customized for 21st century by universities and working life. One example of this is that most education. To achieve this, there are plenty of computers, a Wi- lessons (with the exception of some science and physical educa- Fi-network if you prefer to bring your own computer and self study tion and health lessons) cover three hours. During these lessons, rooms, where you can work both on your own and in groups. For you will experience both lectures and work in smaller groups on your well-being, you will also have access to a light and all day your own. We aim towards a cross-disciplinary way of teaching, open cafeteria and a pool table. Welcome where we include different subjects in cross-disciplinary projects. In addition, our international profile prepares you for a global work- CIS is different from many other Swedish upper secondary schools. ing life. The school is a bit smaller. At CIS, there is a better understand- ing between the staff and the students. You can be yourself and being a small school means that there is always a place for you. At CIS, your opinions, experiences and personality are of the utmost importance, both to the staff and your friends. We like you for who you are.
Feels like home
Good spirit in school is something natural to us. We help each other, study and have fun together. Some say that CIS is like a second home, filled with friends. At CIS you will get the neces- Experiences. Meetings. Insights. sary knowledge to pursue higher education or working life. In
other words, a good start on a life-long journey! At CIS, both the school and the rest of the world is your classroom. Both our teachers and mentors from different companies and types of businesses, functioning as a link between school and working-life, work hard to give you the best possible education for your future. We have high ambitions, both educationally and socially. As a student at CIS, you will have the opportunity to affect the form and content of your courses. We listen to you and your opinion! www.cis.se www.cis.se 4 5 EDUCATION PROGRAMS NHA HOUSING
The Natural Science program (NA) With a scientific foundation, the world is by your feet. The Natural Science Programme is aimed at everyone wishing to study any of the natural sciences at university. This course lays the foundation for continued studies in natural sciences, mathematics, engineering and social sciences at university level.
The Social Science program (SA) Study social science from an international perspective. This programme is aimed at everyone who is interested in how human beings and society develop and function in various ways. This course lays the foundation for continued studies within a broad field of social sciences at university level.
The Business Studies program (EK) With focus on entrepreneurship and business enterprising The residence is convenient located close to the cen- The Business Studies Programme is aimed at everyone who wishes to study ter of Nybro with only a couple of minutes walk to the social sciences, primarily within the business and law areas. This programme is rink, training facilities, its also only a few minutes by also aimed at students wishing to learn how to start up, operate and develop a train or bus to CIS in Kalmar. company. This course lays the foundation for continued studies within business, law and All our rooms are 20m2 and fully furnished. The rooms other social science areas at university level. also include your own bathroom. All utilities are included. On each floor there is a shared kitchen, two bathrooms and a living room with a projector that is prefect for movies, sports etc. On the ground floor we also have some gym equipment and a pingpong table. High-speed internet is accessible in each room.
SCHOOL CONTACTS Mattias Mild Tomas Eriksson Head master CIS CEO Tel. +46 (0) 480 - 44 99 36 Tel. +46 (0) 480 - 262 40 E-mail [email protected] E-mail [email protected] www.cis.se
6 7 HOCKEY TRAINING
Be prepared for a challenge
NHA will provide players with excel- explosive speed and power as well as lent instruction in all areas of their good anaerobic endurance in order athletic development in order to to have success on ice. become a better player! Players will receive a series of mental Hockey skills, strength and condition- training exercises throughout their ing as well as mental toughness and time with NHA in areas such as goal goal setting will be challenged and setting and personal development. developed at NHA. Life and hockey have many chal- Our on ice sessions will put an lenges ahead for players and we emphasis on individual skill develop- want them to be able to adapt and ment. Individual skill sessions are overcome any adversity they will face the basic foundation for a players in the future. future growth and success so NHA strives push our players to their limits. Hockey is also a game that requires a solid understanding of tactical play. Team practices are where these situations are taught and rehearsed in preparation for game success. Our off ice training plan will be suited for the individual that will be relevant to the athletes age and development requirements. We un- derstand the need to really develop
8 9 NYBRO, SWE FINANCIAL Nybro is a small town located MIKE BEHARRELL TOR PERSSON The Annual fees cover one school year/season start- in the south east region of Swe- ing in the middle of August to middle of June: den. The community is home to Head Instructor. Mike Beharrell is the current Head Director. Tor Persson is currently the assis- 20,000 residents. The name Ny- Head Coach of the Nybro Vikings Senior team. tant coach for Nybro Vikings senior team and the •CIS Education (includes all pertinent textbooks and bro literally means “New Bridge”. tests). He has worked as a coach for almost 18 years. head coach for the junior section. Tor has both a •Housing in furnished accomidation. Nybro is a small industrial town He has worked with Hockey Canada’s Program of college degree in Sport Management and a mi- •Hockey Program (on- and off-ice training, games). surrounded by forests and small Excellence in all positions with the U17 program. nor I Business Management from New England •Membership for Nybro Vikings (all players of NHA agricultural enclaves. Nybro calls are members by default). He has worked numerous camps throughout the College and a Master’s degree in Management itself “The city within the Kingdom of Crystal”, the latter being a years and around the world. He combines those from the University of Gothenburg School of Busi- The annual cost for NHA is 19.800 Euro. region with 15world famous and active glassworks experiences to assist young athletes in realizing ness, Economics and Law. Tor has coached the including Kosta Boda and Orrefors. their dreams thru hard work and commitment. state team “Team Halland”, numerous hockey Scheduling for Payment of Fees is as follows Nybro is also the home of Nybro Vikings IF, a profes- •The Registration Fee of 100 Euro is due upon ap- sional ice hockey team with a strong history within He strongly believes in assisting young players camps throughout the years and been instructor plication. Sweden for producing great players. that are willing to put in the time and effort in at the Aranäs High School in Kungsbacka. Hard •The first part (20%) of the annual fee is due by July getting the opportunities the dream of! work and the right attitude is my motto. 31st. Nybro Municipality is strategically •The second part (40%) of the annual fee is due on located between the southeastern September 15th. Sweden’s three regional capitals: •The third part (20%) of the annual fee is due before Kalmar, Växjö and Karlskrona.. December 1st. The distance to the Kalmar is •The fourth part (20%) of the annual fee is due on 30 kilometers, and it is roughly February 1st. 20 minutes to the Kalmar MATIC OVSENAR (SLOVENIA) PAUL POPA (ROMANIA) airport. Any other arrangements for payment must be ap- Nybro is also easily accessible proved in writing by the NHA. by direct train from Copen- hagen airport, and coast to A more detailed breakdown of NHA financial obliga- coast trains on the route Stockholm tions can be sent upon request. Kalmar, Gothenburg and Stockholm. Gothenburg
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Copenhagen Malmö Former student. “In 2009 I got the chance to go Former student. “Coming to play in Sweden from a play in Sweden. There I met Mike Beharrell and country that doesn’t have very good hockey (Roma- from there my skill set, my skating my strength nia) seemed to be like an impossible mission at first and the way I thought about hockey changed. The sight. Even though it took me some time to adapt, amount and the way practices were made me a bet- hard work at every practice and discipline helped CONTACT me to become the player and the person I am today. ter player and a better person. Nybro Vikings IF office From the first practice in the morning to the third With the help of Mike and the school practices, Tel. +46 (0) 481 - 140 71 and the last one of the day I was challenged to work I’ve learned a lot of individual skills that probably E-mail [email protected] hard on and off the ice. wouldn’t have been able to learn back in my home- Tor Persson On ice program was really good and it helped me in town. It was the best experience of my lifetime and Head Director would do anything to go back and start it again.” the areas that I needed help with. Tel. +46 (0) 735 - 11 82 95 There was a lot of time spent in the gym also so my E-mail [email protected] strength improved for 100 percent. The chance to be a part of the program was the Mike Beharrell Head Instructor turning point in my hockey career”. Tel. +46 (0) 725 - 45 70 80 E-mail [email protected] 10 11 Nybro Vikings IF Vasagatan 37 C, 382 32 Nybro Tel. +46 (0) 481-140 71 | [email protected] 12 www.nybrovikings.com