As a Periodization Specialist for Ice Hockey (PSIH) you will learn:

1.  the role of energy systems training in hockey.  It's importance in designing training programs in general; and speed, strength, and power in particular.

2.  the concept of planning-periodization, how to plan a training session, and how to ensure that peak performance will be achieved prior to the beginning of league games using micro cycles.

3.  how to periodize and plan the hockey-specific motor abilities of speed, strength, power and endurance.

Prerequisites for CSIH Certification:

You must provide documented proof of personal trainer certification (e.g. CPTN, NSCA, ACE, etc) and professional liabilities. Professional experience may be sufficient. Provide a summary of your experiences.

Required texts:

1. Total Hockey Conditioning: from Pee-Wee to Pro. By Tudor O. Bompa and David Chambers (2003). Key Porter Books, Toronto ON Canada / Firefly Books (US) Inc., Buffalo, NY

Recommended Texts:

1. Total Training for Coaching Team Sports by Tudor O. Bompa (2005),Toronto Sports Books.

2. Periodization Training for Sports: strength training programs for 20 sports (Second Edition, 2005) by Tudor O. Bompa and Mike Carrera