Pre-Season Goalie Camp
North Toronto Arena · Forest Hill Arena · Ages 7-12
Program Overview
Our Pre-Season Goalie Camp returns for Summer 2027, led by professional goaltender and instructor Daniel Mannella. This week-long program is built to get goalies ready for the season ahead in a demanding, high-energy environment.
Each camp includes 10 hours of on-ice development — two hours every day — delivered by professional and college-level instructors. Days are structured around technical development, crease movement and positioning, Game IQ, video analysis, and dryland work. Goalies are expected to listen, work hard, and push outside their comfort zone; our coaches will challenge them to get measurably better across the week.
While off the ice, campers join the wider camp for outdoor sports programming including soccer, lacrosse, and flag football, so the day stays active from start to finish.
NEW For 2027 – Two Locations
We are expanding to two arenas this summer. The first camp runs in early August at North Toronto Memorial Arena, and the second runs later in the month at Forest Hill Arena. Both weeks follow the same curriculum and are led by the our professional coaching staff, so families can pick whichever timing and location suits them best.
North Toronto Arena
Early August - TBD
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North Toronto Memorial Arena
Our early-August week at North Toronto Memorial Arena. Goalies get two hours of ice every day working through technical development, crease movement, and Game IQ, with video analysis and dryland built into the schedule. Off the ice, campers join the wider camp for outdoor sports programming and the North Toronto Community Centre outdoor pool.
| Week Offered | Ages | Eligible Levels | Camp Times | Cost | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Early August - TBD | Ages 7–12 | Single / Rep / A / AA | 9:00am–3:00pm | TBD | COMING SOON |
All sessions at North Toronto Memorial Arena (Yonge & Eglinton).
* All registrations are subject to an online credit card processing fee.
Forest Hill Arena
Late August - TBD
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Forest Hill Arena
Our late-August week at Forest Hill Arena, timed to send goalies into tryouts and the start of the season sharp. Same curriculum and same coaching staff as the North Toronto week: two hours of daily ice covering technical development, crease work, and Game IQ, plus video analysis and dryland.
| Week Offered | Ages | Eligible Levels | Camp Times | Cost | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Late August - TBD | Ages 7–12 | Single / Rep / A / AA | 9:00am–3:00pm | TBD | COMING SOON |
All sessions at Forest Hill Arena (Chaplin Cres. & Eglinton Ave.).
* All registrations are subject to an online credit card processing fee.
- 10 Hours of Ice — two hours of goalie-specific on-ice development every day of the week.
- Intensive Curriculum — technical development, crease movement and positioning, Game IQ, video analysis, and dryland.
- Two Locations New 2027 — early August at North Toronto Arena and late August at Forest Hill Arena.
- High-Quality Coaches — led by instructors with professional, NCAA, and Junior playing experience.
- Small Groups — ensuring every goalie gets individualized coaching and feedback on and off the ice.
- Simple Registration — featuring consolidated family accounts, loyalty incentives, flexible camp transfers, and more.
Leadership
Meet the Lead Instructor
Daniel Mannella
Coach Daniel, originally from Woodbridge, Ontario, played minor hockey in the GTHL and trained under prominent coaches like Piero Greco and Kain Tisi. He played four seasons in the Ontario Junior Hockey League, earning a spot on the OJHL All-Prospects Team and representing Team Canada at the World Junior A Challenge in 2012. Daniel then committed to St. Lawrence University NCAA Div. 1, where he earned a double-major in Business and Economics, and was named Team MVP and Male Student-Athlete of the Year in his senior year. He played two seasons in the ECHL and AHL, leading the ECHL in games played and wins, and attended Anaheim Ducks' NHL main camp in 2022. Daniel is now the Goalie Coach for both the men's and women's teams at SUNY Canton, a DIII school in the NCAA's SUNYAC conference.
- Team Canada member, 2012 World Junior A Challenge
- Former NCAA Division I player, St. Lawrence University
- 2 year professional playing career across AHL & ECHL levels
- NHL main camp participant, 2022 Anaheim Ducks
- NCAA Div. III men's & women's hockey goalie coach, SUNY Canton Kangaroos
Contact: camps@topsports.ca
FAQs
Common Questions
Who are the coaches?
Our Pre-Season Goalie Camp is led by experienced coaches with extensive Junior, NCAA, and Professional playing experience. All coaches are currently coaching in the GTHL / OMHA and fully certified through Hockey Canada.
Does my child need goalie experience?
Yes. All campers must be at least 7 years old and have prior goaltending experience. This camp is designed for goalies playing at the Single, Rep, A, and AA levels.
What should my child bring?
Full goalie equipment, plus a water bottle, athletic clothing, running shoes for off-ice programming, and a backpack. Please label all items. We are a SCREEN-FREE camp — please leave cell phones at home.
Is lunch included?
Lunch is not included at Goalie Camp. Campers should bring a NUT-FREE lunch, snacks, and drinks each day. If your child has a dietary need or allergy, please indicate on your registration form and confirm with our office.
How are campers grouped?
Goalies are grouped by age, current team, and skill level, ensuring everyone is appropriately challenged and receiving targeted feedback.
What is the cancellation policy?
Our cancellation deadline is May 31st for a full refund less a $50.00 admin fee. No refunds or credits are available after May 31st.
Registration opens soon
2027 dates are set — pricing and registration are on the way.