From The Edge
November 2025Sharpen your edge every month – insights, tips and tools to help elite hockey players skate faster, smarter and stronger!
In this issue we dive into what happens after the final whistle — and why cooling down might be the most overlooked part of elite performance.
Falcons Edge is excited to announce our newest partnership with OHA.
Meet Nate, our featured athlete, whose drive and determination set the tone for what it means to push your game further.
At Falcon’s Edge, every stride is a step toward mastery. Let’s get after it.
After an intense practice or game, a proper cool-down helps young athletes recover faster and stay injury-free.
A great cool-down can be done right at the rink — no fancy equipment needed.
Start with 3–5 minutes of gentle walking to bring the heart rate down, flush out lactic acid and let the body relax.
Follow this with light stretching for the quads, hamstrings, hips, glutes, and calves to release tension from skating. Shoulder and arm stretches are also important to loosen up after shooting and passing. Deep, slow breathing helps reset focus and calm the body after high-intensity effort.
A short team cool-down can also be a great moment to reflect, share positive feedback, and build team spirit.
Regularly cooling down keeps muscles flexible, reduces soreness, and ensures players feel strong and ready for their next skate.
If you are interested in training with Falcon’s Edge, please reach out to info@falconsedge.ca to obtain details.
Why Cooling Down Matters
Falcon’s Edge Power Skating is thrilled to announce an exciting new partnership with Oakville Hockey Academy (OHA) — officially making OHA the home of Falcon’s Edge.
This partnership brings together two trusted leaders in hockey development who share the same vision: providing elite, high-performance training that helps players elevate their game.
Through this collaboration, Falcons Edge will operate out of Oakville Hockey Academy, offering year-round power skating programs focused on technical power skating, edge control, speed, balance, and overall stride efficiency.
By joining forces, Falcon’s Edge and OHA will create a centralized hub for hockey training excellence — combining world-class hockey instruction, top-tier facilities, and a supportive environment for players of all ages.
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Oakville Hockey Academy partners with falcons edge
Falcons Edge is excited to announce HER Edge — an exclusive girls’ power skating program designed specifically for female hockey players. Join us at OHA on December 29th and 30th for two high-performance training sessions focused on speed, edge control, and confidence on the ice.
If you are interested in training with Falcon’s Edge, please reach out to info@falconsedge.ca to obtain details.
Calling all girls!
A quick, delicious, and high-protein snack perfect before or after your skate to help muscles recover!
Ingredients:
¾ cup Greek yogurt
1 scoop protein powder (chocolate works great!)
1 tbsp chia seeds
¼ cup mixed berries
Directions: Add all ingredients into a bowl. Mix well until the protein powder is fully absorbed. Top with a few extra berries if you like, and ENJOY!
Recipe of the Month: Greek Protein Bowl
Meet Nate, a 15-year-old power forward in the GTHL who plays with strength, speed, and purpose. Known for his relentless forecheck and powerful stride, Nate combines size and agility to dominate every shift. In training, he’s focused on refining his skating posture, stride efficiency, and edge control — always pushing to take his game to the next level.