The #1 System for Elite Hockey IQ & Decision Making

Boost your Hockey IQ, create more scoring chances, and control the game. Used by Elite Pro, Junior, College High School and Youth Athletes.

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Who I am?

I train serious players to think the game at an elite level.

While most coaches focus on speed, strength, or mechanics, I focus on what actually creates scoring chances real time decision making, deceptive habits, and elite Hockey IQ. With Conscious Hockey you’ll learn when and where to use your skill.

Over 5+ years of experience working with players from NHL, AHL, SM-liiga, ECHL, SPHL, D1 NCAA, D3 NCAA, Junior, AAA, High School, Middle School, and Youth.

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  • This is a quick call to learn more about your game, your goals, and see if you're a good fit for my program. I’ll ask a few key questions to understand your current level and challenges. If it makes sense, we’ll set up a more in depth call to go deeper and break a specific step by step plan.

  • This call is for serious players typically AAA, junior, or college who have strong fundamentals but aren’t producing consistently. I also work with younger, highly motivated players (as early as middle school) who want to compete at a high level and want to build advanced Hockey IQ early. If you're serious about development and playing at the next level, this is for you.

  • Nope, the call is completely free. It’s a chance for us to connect, learn more about your game, and see if you're a good fit for the next step. If I believe I can help, I’ll invite you to a more in depth strategy session. Either way, you’ll leave the call with more clarity on where your game needs to go.

  • Nope. This isn’t a high-pressure pitch this is more of an application process. I only work with players I believe I can truly help, and I’m selective about who I invite into the program. This call is about understanding your goals, mindset, and current level. If I think it’s a strong fit, I’ll offer you a spot on a full strategy call where we go deeper. If not, I’ll still point you in the right direction.

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Client Results

Testimonials

“ I learned some simpler ways to communicate attacking space and opening up lanes. The concepts were simple to understand and the video breakdowns were helpful. The online portal and information was very valuable. It was great being able to go back through it and have access to it. The guided sessions with clips were great for a further deep dive on the information. Having the ability to ask questions and test comprehension was huge. I'd highly recommend this program. Any time someone can deep dive on concepts and how to utilize skills and make structures more effective it will greatly improve their ability in game. ”

Chris Ardito (Union College Assistant Coach)

“ How to attack what’s covered to open up space to where you actually want to go. [Coach Xander] gave a lot of examples ”

Maya Jones D1 Player

“ I learned about finding open and closed windows and how to think about multiple outcomes from one situation. (Coach Xander) was optimistic about all the different answers people gave. It’s a good platform and could really help kids see the ice better ”

Emily King - D1 Player

“ [I learned] windows, learning when to switch speeds, threatening who’s covered. Would recommend to another player. “

Paige Greco - D1 Player

“ [I learned] when to shoot or pass on a 2 vs 1. I like how in detail he was about the point he wanted to make clear and that he always had examples for us. I would say yes to do it because it allows you to see the game through a whole new perspective.”

Stephanie Bourque - D1 Player

Isaac

“Through the Conscious Hockey platform, Xander has helped my 10 year old son better understand how to think through his actions on the ice. It has taught him that there is a cause and effect relationship to everything he does on the ice. I was skeptical whether this would be worth the purchase for a 10 year old but Xander was able to find a way to connect with my son in a way that certainly has helped him on the ice.”

-Adam (Father of Isaac)

Luke

“Conscious hockey is truly a unique, exceptional program. Unlike other programs and coaches who explain topics in a very limited manner, conscious hockey presents the how and why behind the various hockey decisions. This program looks beyond the surface level, instead fully diving into all the complex intricacies and nuances of hockey. I could not recommend this program even more. If you want to expand your understanding of the game, this is the best program available.”

-Luke

“Xander has helped me with in-depth video analysis which has correlated directly to my on-ice performance. The program has assisted me in recognizing different patterns and situations that occur throughout a game. Xander did a great job making sure I was engaged in the meetings and always assured I understood the material we were covering.”

-Joshua

Joshua

Radek

"During the meetings, I learned that there are many different situations in hockey, but you can’t memorize the next move. You have to read the situation, the positioning, gap and momentum in the play to be successful. On of the phrases I noted was to “Attack what is covered to keep open space available.” I also learned tactical elements of the game and the technical elements involved."

"While watching the videos, I noticed that I was learned more about topics I wasn’t sure about, such as attacking 2 on 1 or working in the corners. The videos give you an explanation of the tactics involved the play and show a lot of examples (which helped to see similar situations)."

"Conscious Hockey has helped me by giving me new ideas and tools to make my gameplay smarter. By utilizing what I have learned I can improve myself and my confidence as well as help my team. Everything I learned can be implemented somewhere on the ice and with practice, I can learn and adapt new techniques my style of play."

Noah - Principles Membership

“I learned how to split defenders effectively, which will allow me to gain the zone and make plays easier. I enjoy the video explanation of the clips as i feel they have helped my progress the most. ”

Matias - Principles Membership

“It’s challenging but in a good way. The videos really make you think about the best possible actions to take. More people should sign up for this!”

Lincoln - Principles Membership

“I enjoy this, [The Principles Membership] it helps me see hockey from a new perspective. ”

Maks - Principles Membership

“Amazing. Only halfway through and the way I am thinking is already different than before. ”

Nils - Principles Membership

Client Reviews

  • Hockey Mom Susan

    Coach Xander is superb! He has worked with my 12 year old son only 3-4X so far and after every session I can see his confidence and technique improve. He is Knowledgeable, patient and detailed in his instructions but provides constant corrections in a relaxed reassuring positive environment for my son. He encourages questions from my son during his sessions as well as anytime via text or email and promptly responds. I would definitely recommend Xander to anyone who wants to improve there hockey IQ and stick skills!

  • Kerry

    Coach Xander has exceeded my expectations. He's prompt, professional, and runs a very, very strong training session. I had shared with him two specific things I was hoping for my son to work on, and the lessons have been tailored around those concepts with incredibly specific feedback and drills for my son. The sessions are engaging, fun, challenging, and have really led my son to put a lot more thought into specifics including his shot, his stance, and the thought behind the decisions he needs to make on the ice.

  • Steve

    Coach Xander worked with my 14 y/o on stick handling, weight shifts and snap shots. He breaks movements and skills down in a way that are easy to follow and can take home with you to work on further. His attention to detail and adjustment suggestions are great. My son used what he had learned after one session over 2 games this past weekend to great success. These sessions are a great learning tool and confidence builder that will do not typically get in a team practice or skills setting. We are really looking forward to future sessions with Xander.

  • Salvatore

    Coach Xander was great really took the time to make sure my son understood what he was teaching him we look forward to seeing Xander again.

  • William

    Coach Xander has been really helpful in helping me improve my stick handling skills. He’s very patient and his lessons are always a lot of fun. I highly recommend him.

  • Yan

    Xander is an excellent coach! My son's stick handling has improved a lot after just one lesson. He really honed in on the areas that my son needed help with. Coach Xander is good with kids. It was amazing to see what he could do in an hour. I definitely saw a difference. Highly recommend.

  • Liling

    Coach Xander is very nice and excellent coach! My son is like his class very much and enjoy has the class with him!

  • Gary

    My son is super happy with what he is learning. Looking forward to the next meeting! Thanks Xander

  • Maureen

    Great first session! My son enjoyed and learned a lot!