Brock's biography
Brock Ballard is a former skills consultant for the New York Rangers and skills coach for the Hartford Wolfpack. Brock has been a hockey instructor for more than 25 years teaching fundamentals in all aspects of hockey. Specializing in the science of skating and skill development, Brock has taught over 900 camps worldwide including US, Canada and Germany. Brock has trained over 40,000 players, including NHL players, draft picks and top prospects from almost every team in the NHL. He has also worked on occasion with members of the U.S. women's olympic gold medal team, NCAA college and Major Junior players. Brock is an expert in skating mechanics and has studied skating techniques with Olympic athletes and trainers with PhDs in biomechanics. You cannot find an Instructor with more teaching experience, training and overall love and knowledge for the game of hockey anywhere in the world. Brock Ballard provides top-notch professional instruction in a friendly atmosphere and a genuine desire to improve every student. Through his expertise, experience, and commitment to see improvement Brock has established a friendship with his customers that will last a lifetime!
Alex Petrovic/Edmonton Oilers
"Brock Ballard is the man! He is very knowledgeable when it comes to skating technique and development, but also keeps the sessions fun to be in. My skating has definitely improved while skating with Brock and to this day I use different cues he's taught me to keep me at the best of my game"
Brendan Guhle/Anaheim Ducks
"Brock is the best technical skating coach around. He breaks down your stride and knows how to make it better."