Gazdig Power Plus Skating & Hockey School since 1963

Not for profit. Power Skating and Hockey Skills Development programs since 1963. These programs are run in Earl Nichols Arena and Bostwick Arena, London, ON. Why?

Non-Profit programs for all ages teaching the 'Winning Edge' skills needed for all levels of hockey, ringette or recreational skating. ON ICE PROGRAMS:

FALL, WINTER and SPRING POWER SKATING PROGRAMS

HOCKEY DEVELOPMENT CLINICS

TEAM SKILLS PRACTICES

OFF ICE PROGRAMS: (Comming Soon)

OUR SUCCESS

Our founder, Larry Gazdig and his instructors, have taught skating to thousands of successful hockey

players, some are part of the NHL; Nazem Khadri, Darryl Sittler, Keith & Brent Gretzky, Eric Lindros, Joe Thornton, Brad Marsh, and Brian Smith. As well as these former Junior players, Trevor Allman (former Harvard University Captain) and Matt Weir (London Knights, assistant coach of the Strathroy Stars Junior B team). Clarissa Tipping while on scholarship to Liberty University in the US was the top Defence for 4 years and has 3 National Championship Cups. The speed skating gold medalist Chrisine Nesbitt was also a graduate of the Gazdig Power Plus Skating School. OUR PHILOSOPHY

Skating is a sport, and like all sports it is intended to provide fun and enjoyment. In order to enjoy skating the basic skills must be learned and they can learn best by taking instruction from a qualified instructor. Once the basic skills have been achieved, students then have gained the confidence needed to either skate professionally or to simply skate for their own enjoyment. To understand the importance of learning the basics one only needs to look at the over-zealous parents yelling at their children to realize the problems that can occur when children are rushed. Children should be able to:
Pay attention
Follow instruction
Be disciplined
Have the desire to succeed

Each child develops at his or her own pace, while some children may be able to execute the skills with confidence, others may feel frustrated because they have not developed the discipline needed to master the maneuvers. If this is the case perhaps the child is not physically or mentally old enough to participate in this type of program at this time. Our goal is to encourage all individuals to challenge themselves to excel to their highest potential, to learn what their strengths are and then use these acquired talents as a stepping stone to reach their goals in life with confidence and self-esteem. The choice is yours. Enjoy the journey. At this skating school, we believe that children should be able to skate before playing hockey. The reason is that there are so many different skills that a child must learn to play the game of hockey. If a child has not learned how to skate and is playing hockey, this child will form bad habits such as leaning on the stick, hockey stops only one way, turns from forward to backward only one way, etc. These bad habits prevent the child from becoming a better hockey player. Larry Gazdig created a program that works, from a philosophy that he realized while he himself played hockey. As a self taught skater, he saw the need for proper instruction to be a better hockey player. Unfortunately, shortly before he was to sign with the Chicago Blackhawks farm team, he shattered his wrist in an accident at a free skate and was not allowed to sign, bringing his NHL career to an end. Larry went on to teach children the proper method to learn all the skills needed to be successful hockey players, through trial and error of his own skating school starting in 1963.

06/28/2026

06/28/2026

🥅 Unique goalie development opportunity created specifically for female goaltenders!

Our Goalie Development Program is designed to help female athletes improve movement, strength, stability, and confidence in the crease, by combining on-ice training and goalie-specific off-ice performance work, mindset and nutrition guidance.

Training is led by former NCAA goaltender Sam Brophy. Her experience, leadership, and passion for the game allow her to connect with athletes and provide focused instruction and direct feedback.

Limited to 8 goalies (U13-U18) for maximum attention and development.

📅 Wednesdays July 8 - 29
📍 Nichols Arena, London

👉 More Info & Signup Details - https://forms.gle/pkJF2CcvveG2vmQMA

06/22/2026

The river running through London has a name older than the city itself: Deshkan Ziibi, "Antlered River" in Anishinaabemowin.

June is Indigenous History Month. A time to recognize, celebrate, and learn about the history, heritage, resilience, and diversity of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples.

Along Deshkan Ziibi (Thames River), the Chippewas of the Thames, Munsee Delaware, and Oneida Nations have long been stewards of this land - living in reciprocal relationship with the natural world, where all living things are recognized as interconnected. This stewardship is carried through culture, ceremony, and a deep understanding that people are not separate from the land, but part of it.

This month, we invite you to learn about local treaties, Indigenous history, and the City's commitments to reconciliation over the next decade: 🔗 london.ca/ReconciliAction

06/21/2026

📣 Summer Volunteer Registration is Opening Tomorrow!

High school students can register for summer volunteer hours starting tomorrow, June 22 from 2:45–4:00 PM.

📞 Call 519-659-4045 and follow the prompts to join the registration queue. Please be prepared to wait to speak with our Volunteer Coordinator. Please be prepared by knowing when you will not be available for reasons such as work, summer school, vacations, or sports/club commitments.

After June 22, the registration queue will be open:
• Tuesdays: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
• Thursdays: 1:00 – 4:00 PM
• Registration will remain open until all July and August positions are filled (first come, first served).

❓️ What to know:
• Shifts are available on weekdays, with limited evening options
• No Saturday shifts during the summer
• Grades 9-12 students may register for up to 6 shifts (approx. 15 hours) depending on availability
• Grade 8 students may register for up to 3 shifts

We look forward to having you volunteer with us this summer! ☀️

06/15/2026

SIGN SPONSORS NEEDED!

Grindstone Award Foundation

06/15/2026

Have you registered yet! Spots are limited! Join the London Women’s Hockey Association with our second annual charity golf tournament for the Grindstone Award Foundation! Saturday July 25th! All skill levels, it’s just for fun! Prizes for best dressed team and many more! Follow this link to our events page to register for the tournament. https://londonwomenshockeyassociation.ca/annual-golf-tournament

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05/12/2026

REMINDER: SPRING classes start next week!! Please reference your email for dates @ times!!

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