More than 20 years: 21 Olympians. 76 NHL Draft Picks. 252 Professional Players. 525 NCAA commitments. MAP Hockey provides the coaching, development, training, and competition every athlete needs, in the way they need it. On-site in Minnesota. Online for players everywhere. One development standard.
MAP Hockey develops a complete athlete. On the ice, off the ice, in film study, and along the path to the next level. For more than 20 years, MAP Hockey has prepared both male and female players at every age from squirts through pro for every level from youth and high school hockey for elite competition, college commitments, and professional careers, through programs that address every dimension of the game. Our standard is the same regardless of which program you choose.
On-site training programs, both on and off the ice, run across four Twin Cities campuses: Blaine, Hudson, Plymouth, and St. Michael-Albertville.
Online services are available to players anywhere in the world.
Teams compete in Minnesota and close to home, where the best competition already is.
Every on-site program at MAP Hockey runs on the same foundation. Full-time certified coaches who have completed MAP Hockey’s structured onboarding in development methodology, communication standards, and video feedback. A structured training environment with defined program standards. A proven model of development built over more than 20 years. Off-ice conditioning through Dark Horse Performance.
That standard does not change based on which program your athlete is in or how they participate.
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Membership is the core of our on-site experience. Members train year-round. During the off-season, our athletes train on the ice with full-time certified professional MAP Hockey coaches; develop hockey IQ through structured film study, individualized video feedback, and game situation training; and condition off-ice through Dark Horse Performance. In-season, members stay connected to the program through ongoing mentorship and guidance, recruiting exposure support, personalized game analysis, and customized strength-and-conditioning plans.
Two membership programs are available: MAP Hockey and FHIT Hockey. MAP Hockey is a selective, intensive program for elite-level athletes. FHIT Hockey is built for serious athletes who are either developing toward that level or competing in multiple sports and require more flexibility.
Membership is not the only way to train with us. On-ice and off-ice training options are available to all athletes regardless of membership status. Positional and shooting clinics, skating development, power skating, Breakfast Club skates, and more are open to hockey players who want to train without a full membership commitment. Strength and conditioning, speed, agility, and quickness training through Dark Horse Performance is open to all athletes.
Our online services are built on the same coaching expertise and development standards as our on-site programs. Two services. Different goals. Both are built on a track record of experience and success; both are available to players anywhere in the world.
MAP Hockey IQ is designed for teams and individual players who are committed to gaining a strategic edge on the ice. Our program goes beyond traditional skills training, focusing on enhancing your on-ice intelligence to help you think quicker, play faster, and make smarter decisions. With MAP Hockey IQ, you’ll work directly with expert coaches who provide detailed, personalized analysis of your own game footage. Through insights and coaching moments drawn from pro film, our coaches will equip you with the tools to elevate your game and maximize your Hockey IQ.
MAP Hockey Advisors is your trusted partner in navigating the complex world of hockey advancement. Our advisors guide players and families through the full path from current development to college commitment, junior hockey placement, and advancement to the pro level. Our advisors bring decades of experience and an extensive network of coaches, scouts, and programs at every level. Services range from building personalized strategic development plans to enhancing your athlete’s visibility with the right people at the right time. MAP Hockey Advisors is your ultimate resource for turning potential into achievement, and it’s available to players everywhere.
Why travel when the best competition is already close to home? We offer two AAA programs, serving players in each of our MAP Hockey and FHIT Hockey programs. Training is where you develop the skills; competition is where you test and showcase them.
Team True AAA teams are an extension of MAP Hockey. The coaches who develop your athlete in training are the same coaches who hold team practices and coach on game day. Team True offers elite AAA competition for boys and girls, close to home without unnecessary travel and the added expense of stay-to-play tournaments. While most Team True players are selected from within the MAP Hockey training environment, non-members may try out.
Falcons AAA gives FHIT players the opportunity to put their training to work against high-level competition, close to home, without the cost and travel burden of a traditional travel program. By participating on the Falcons, FHIT members are able to compete alongside fellow members in a supportive, competitive environment. These teams are open to all FHIT Hockey players. Falcons AAA teams are parent-coached and FHIT Hockey-managed. Parents hold practices and lead the bench on game days, while FHIT Hockey provides the program structure, organization, and competitive framework.
Competitive teams close to home for players ready to compete
MAP Hockey develops complete athletes. On the ice, off the ice, in film study, and along the path to the next level. For more than 20 years, MAP Hockey has prepared male and female players at every age and every stage of development through on-site training programs (both on and off the ice) across four Twin Cities campuses as well as through online coaching and advising services available worldwide and AAA competitive teams that compete close to home against high-level competition.
On-site, MAP Hockey offers two membership programs along with non-membership training opportunities, including clinics, skill development, power skating, Breakfast Club skates, and strength and conditioning through Dark Horse Performance. Our AAA Teams provide high-level competition close to home, eliminating unnecessary travel and expense without sacrificing competition level. Online, MAP Hockey offers MAP Hockey IQ for hockey intelligence development and MAP Hockey Advisors for recruiting and advancement support.
It depends on where your child is in their development and what they need from a program. MAP Hockey membership is selective and intensive, designed for players committed to elite-level training, focused on advancing their game and advancing to higher levels of play. FHIT Hockey is built for serious athletes who are either developing toward that level or competing in multiple sports and want a structured program with more flexibility without compromising coaching expertise or program standards. If you are still unsure, the membership overview page walks you through both programs or contact us [ link ] to discuss options.
Yes. MAP Hockey offers membership to both boys and girls across all on-site programs and age levels. Team True AAA has both boys and girls teams. While FHIT Hockey provides membership to boys only, FHIT offers clinics and other non-member programs for girls. Falcons AAA teams are made up of FHIT members and are therefore boys-only teams.
All on-site training activities, regardless of program or type, operate across four campuses:
No. While our flagship development program and proven methodology is provided via membership, non-membership training options are available to hockey players of all ages and skill levels at all campuses. Non-member opportunities include weekly clinics, skill development, power skating, and Breakfast Club skates. Strength and conditioning through the Certified Strength Coaches at Dark Horse Performance is open to all athletes seeking personalized strength, conditioning, speed, and agility training, not just hockey players.
Yes. MAP Hockey offers two online services available to players anywhere in the world: MAP Hockey IQ and MAP Hockey Advisors. MAP Hockey IQ focuses on enhancing on-ice intelligence to help your athlete think quicker, play faster, and make smarter decisions. MAP Hockey advisors guide players and families through the full path from current development to college commitment, junior hockey placement, and advancement to the pro level. In addition, Dark Horse performance offers remote personalized strength and conditioning programs. All of these services are offered online, with no travel required.
MAP Hockey IQ is an online coaching service focused on hockey intelligence and decision-making. Players receive personalized analysis of their own game footage and coaching insights drawn from pro film. This service is available to individual players, teams, and coaches worldwide.
MAP Hockey Advisors guides players and families through the full path from current development to college commitment, junior hockey placement, or advancement to the pro level. Advisors bring decades of experience and an extensive network of coaches, scouts, and programs at every level. Services range from building personalized strategic development plans to enhancing your athlete’s visibility with the right people at the right time. This service is available to players everywhere regardless of where they train.
Yes. Two AAA team programs are available: Team True AAA for boys and girls in multiple age groups, coached by MAP Hockey’s full-time professional staff, and Falcons AAA, which provides competitive teams for FHIT Hockey members. Both programs compete close to home in Minnesota without the travel burden and expense of traditional AAA travel teams.
Team True and Falcons both compete close to home. Neither program requires the extensive travel or stay-to-play mandates common to traditional AAA travel teams.
Most Team True players are selected from within the MAP Hockey training environment. Non-members, however, may try out to be selected. Visit the Team True page for information on tryout dates and registration.
Team True is MAP Hockey’s elite AAA program coached by MAP Hockey’s full-time professional staff. Falcons, FHIT Hockey’s AAA program, is parent-coached and FHIT Hockey-managed. Team True serves boys and girls. Falcons is only open to FHIT members and therefore roster spots are only available for boys.
