AHI stresses Passion + Knowledge + Skills + Execution = Success and our program will focus on all of them. Player commitment to the Institute is a must, this will allow for maximum player development.

Instructors

AHI instructors offer a vast diversity in their hockey backgrounds and experience and have one goal - "to develop the complete hockey player". AHI instructors bring over 30 yrs of knowledge to the program. Offering a well balanced teaching program, along with coaching and playing experience that allows all instructors to relate to the players needs and desires. AHI instructors provide 'real time' coaching to all players on the ice, correcting mistakes and encouraging good habits. And with the limited size of group, we will be able to focus on each individual and their specific needs.

Dallas Ashford

Dallas Ashford brings over 15 yrs of hockey experience to AHI. Program founder, Dallas believes in teaching each player 'why' they do something vs. 'how'. This belief has led us to keep our program size low, so each player gets the individual attention required.

  • Member of the 1999 Ottawa 67's Memorial Cup Champions
  • Drafted by the Kitchener Rangers Major Junior 'A' Hockey team in 1997
  • Played 4 years Junior/Semi-Pro hockey

Marc St-Jean

AHI is pleased to have Marc St-Jean on board as one of its on and off ice instructors. Marc is currently playing in Germany and brings new and exciting drills and teaching techniques to AHI. With over 15 yrs of hockey experience, Marc offers a vast background of hockey information. While playing with the Wayne State Warriors of the NCAA Division I Hockey program, Marc acquired a solid hockey base, which he will be able to share with the students.

  • College Hockey America Playoff MVP
  • Wayne State University Hockey defensive player of the year
  • Member of the Central Junior 'A' Hockey League Champions Hawkesbury Hawks

Dominic Menard

AHI is pleased to welcome Dominic Menard as its Head On-Ice instructor for the Midget/Junior group. Dominic brings a diverse background of hockey and teaching experience to the Applied Hockey Institute.

  • Assistant Coach with the Alexandria Jr. B Glens
  • Regular season and Playoff Division Coaching Championships
  • Former Head Coach/Manager of the Winchester Jr. B Hawks
  • 15 years of Minor Hockey/Hockey School participation

Bill Walsh