
HOW IT WORKS
OTE Hockey Academy integrates elite hockey training into the school day, allowing student-athletes in Grades 8–12 to develop their skills while staying on track academically. The program combines focused on-ice training to improve skating, puck control, and decision-making with off-ice conditioning that builds strength, agility, and endurance. This balanced approach helps players reach their full potential both on and off the ice.
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Enrollment & Eligibility
Enrollment is open to high school-aged student-athletes in Grades 8–12. Students should be enrolled in an SD22 area school (Kalamalka, Fulton, Seaton, or VSS) or have approved alternative arrangements.
Upon acceptance, students seamlessly integrate OTE training into their academic routine, allowing them to pursue elite-level hockey training while staying on track with their education.
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Academic Integration & Block Scheduling
OTE operates within the local school district (SD22) in Vernon (British Columbia) and aligns with the AB and CD block schedules, alternating between morning and afternoon sessions throughout the semester.
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During morning sessions, parents drop students off at 8:30 AM, and a bus returns them to their enrolled school for afternoon classes.
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During afternoon sessions, students are transported from their school to the arena, with parents picking them up at 3:00 PM.
This integration allows student-athletes to train at an elite level without disrupting their academic commitments.
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Program Details & Schedule
OTE Hockey Academy runs from early September to late January, aligning with the SD22 school calendar.
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Sessions alternate between morning and afternoon blocks, ensuring players balance academics with their training.
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Enrollment is limited to 24 skaters and 4 goaltenders, maintaining an effective student-to-instructor ratio and ensuring personalized feedback and attention.
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Admission, Eligibility & Fees
Eligibility Requirements:
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OTE is open to student-athletes in Grades 8–12 who are actively involved with GVMHA, OMAHA AA, or BC AAA programs.
Admission Process:
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Application Required: Admission is by application only. Parents are encouraged to contact OTE to discuss program details and confirm eligibility.
2024/25 Academy Fee:
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The program fee is $2995.00 CAD (+GST), subject to change based on any adjustments to the program or increases in facility costs.