TOP Hockey Club
Club Overview
Since its inception in 2017, TOP Hockey has offered a unique approach to minor hockey for families who want something different. With a competitive pathway from Learn-to-Play to Competitive Teams, TOP Hockey offers a unique tournament-based schedule at the competitive levels, providing a structured season with practices, games, and tournaments, while offering unparalelled visibility on the schedule throughout the whole season. Our program highlights a broader shift in minor hockey that encourages families, players, and coaches to pick the program that best aligns with their philosophy and core values, while still allowing kids to play other sports, ski, and be more efficient with their time during hockey season.
Throughout our player pathway from LTP to Competitive teams, we pride ourselves on providing high-quality hockey development delivered by passionate professional coaches who truly care about the long-term success of your child. We believe that by doing things differently and offering more balance to families, we can offer a refreshingly positive hockey experience that provides a challenging environment for players to learn, grow, and compete at a high level.
Why Families Choose TOP
A Balanced Competitive Hockey Program
Our programs are built to provide high-quality coaching, real skill development, and a consistent weekly schedule that allows kids to play other sports and have more time in the summers.
All TOP Hockey programs feature qualified professional non-parent coaches supported by full-time Technical Staff and a full-time administrative team. Our programs are hosted at premier arenas in York Region, such as Honey Barry Memorial Arena and NTR Richmond Hill.
Tryout and coaches information will be posted in mid-February each year. Depending on the age and the level, tryouts will take place in late March or early April.
Programs
Player Pathway
Fun, enthusiastic introduction to hockey with two weekly session options, led by professional non-parent coaches. Focus on movement, fundamentals, and confidence.
Bridges Learn-to-Play and competitive teams with structured practices, small-area games, and age-appropriate competition to accelerate development.
Unique competitive hockey program featuring a tournament-based schedule, non-parent professional coaching, and high-quality on-ice skill development.
- Full-Season Set Schedule — our programs feature an efficient schedule that provides ultimate visibility over the whole season.
- Professional Coaching — non-parent coaches who are well-versed in modern development philosophies and held to a high standard of professionalism and integrity
- High-Quality Development — innovative development model featuring high-rep practices, power skating sessions, and goalie development.
- Multi-Sport Friendly — we are the only competitive hockey club (A/AA) in Ontario that actively encourages players and families to play other sports and ski in the winter.
What to Expect
The TOP Hockey Experience
For Players
- Development-focused programs with tons of reps and movement
- Small-sided games to build confidence and decision-making
- Clear pathway from LTP → Development → Rep → Prep Teams
- Coaches who care about growth on and off the ice
For Parents
- Seasonal, set schedule with no rotating times
- Professional, non-parent coaching staff
- Clear communication and organized schedule
- Designed to fit with lacrosse and soccer seasons
Our Coaches
- Innovative game-based curriculum and session plans
- Positive culture with emphasis on teamwork & character
- Development over results — Character Building Through Sport
- Consistent standards across Toronto, Oakville, Whitby, & York Region
Ready to get started?
Join TOP Hockey — fall in love with hockey and start your competitive journey!