Position-Specific Training
Forwards and defencemen face different challenges on the ice. Our sessions are split by position so players develop the exact skills, habits, and tactical awareness their role demands — not a one-size-fits-all approach.
Why Falcons
Built for Players Who Want More
Most programs run the same generic drills for every player on the ice. We take a different approach — training forwards and defencemen separately with position-specific skills, targeting the micro skills that are almost always overlooked but become extremely important at higher levels of hockey.
Micro Skills That Matter
The details that separate good players from elite ones are small but critical — deception, body positioning, timing, edge work under pressure. We identify and train the specific micro skills each player needs to reach the next level.
Game-Speed Decision Making
Hockey IQ is rapid subconscious pattern recognition. Our on-ice sessions are designed so players solve problems at full speed with coaching feedback — building creativity, reads, and decision-making under pressure.
Spring Program
Everything Your Player Needs
Maximum development value without unnecessary costs. Every element of the program is designed to make players better — nothing is filler.
On-Ice Development
- 2 practices per week: 1 skills focused, 1 team focused
- Extra skills session or game development session weekly (non-tournament weekends)
- Position-specific D/F split training sessions
- 3 local AAA tournaments
- Paid head coach
Extras
- Individual shooting & stickhandling assessment
- Individual video game review session
- Skills testing with professional feedback
- Weekly dryland: speed, strength, and agility (age appropriate)
- Game jerseys + socks, practice jersey, hoodie, and t-shirt
Coaching Staff
Learn From the Best
Luke Kasteel
HC 2013 & 2014 Teams · Forward Skills Coach
Known as an offensive skills coach, Luke excels at breaking down complex skills into small sequential pieces for quicker acquisition. He specializes in forward and defenceman-specific skills, tactics, and techniques. With countless hours reviewing video, he understands the small details that make players successful and how to teach them effectively. Luke is a full-time development coach and head coach of the U13 A1 team with Langley Minor Hockey. He works with many of the top young players in the Lower Mainland and brings extensive knowledge in player development, team coaching, and speed and strength training.
James Bettauer
HC 2015 & 2016 Teams · Defence Skills Coach
Recently retired from professional hockey after 12 seasons — including time in Germany's top league, the DEL — James is a full-time development coach and head coach of the U11 A1 team with Langley Minor. His experience playing both defence and forward gives him a comprehensive understanding of offensive and defensive tactics. His sessions focus on skills that transfer to the highest levels of hockey, conditioning players with habits that lead to future success. He holds an MBA in management and knows what it takes to reach the next level.
Spring Teams
Falcons Team Pathway
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Open evaluations and placement by coach review.
- Falcons 2016
- Falcons 2015
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- Falcons 2013
Next Season Waitlists
Join the waitlist now for next season teams. Early submissions are prioritized as we expand.
- 2026/27 Priority Interest
- Invite-Only Development Camps
- Tryout Notifications
Spring Development
Comprehensive skill and performance blocks running through the spring season.
- D/F Split-Specific Training
- Game Development Sessions
- Speed & Agility Dryland
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We help motivated players develop the tools that lead to future success so they can dominate on the ice and achieve their dreams. Spots are limited — submit your interest today.
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