Where Hockey
Players are Built.
Citadel Hockey Academy delivers on and off ice development for every level — from first stride to top prospect. Power skating, skill and game IQ, sharpened daily in Bedford, NS.
Citadel Hockey Academy
A Bedford-based hockey academy founded in 2024, focused on serious skill development for players U7 through Pro.
On-ice & off-ice training
On-ice skill, skating and goalie programs, plus off-ice work on balance, coordination, speed and strength — all coach-led, all measurable.
Bedford, Nova Scotia
70 Rosno Lane, Bedford, NS B4B 1J7. Convenient for HRM families across Bedford, Sackville, and Halifax.
A purpose-built indoor development facility.
Our Bedford facility was designed from the ground up for year-round hockey development. Train indoors, on your schedule, regardless of weather or ice availability — with the tools NHL programs use, all under one roof.
Synthetic Ice Surface
Full shooting and skills surface — real pucks, real sticks, real reps. Open year-round.
Skating Treadmill
Pro-level skating treadmill for stride mechanics, edge work, and measurable speed gains.
Dryland & Gym Space
Dedicated off-ice training area for strength, agility, balance and team workouts.
Coach-Led Environment
Every session is staffed by Citadel coaches — no self-serve, no wasted reps.
Four pillars. One complete player.
Skating
Edges, crossovers, and explosive starts that translate to game speed.
Skill
Stickhandling and shooting reps under pressure, every session.
Game IQ
Small-area games that teach reads, spacing, and decision-making.
Compete
A culture of battle, accountability, and quiet confidence.
What families say.
"My son's skating completely changed in one block. The coaching staff are detail-obsessed in the best way."
"Best development environment in HRM. Real progress, no fluff."
"Citadel raised the bar for off-season training in Bedford."
Ready to take the next shift?
Spots in our 4-week development block fill fast. Reserve yours and start building the player you want to become.
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