Gazdig Power Plus Skating
London, Ontario non-profit offering the Power Plus Skating System for hockey and ringette players of all ages since 1963.
Quick facts
About Gazdig Power Plus Skating
Gazdig Power Plus Skating & Hockey Development has operated as a non-profit in London, Ontario since 1963, delivering on-ice power skating and puck control training through its proprietary Power Plus Skating System. Programmes cover all ages and skill levels, with dedicated sessions for adults, teens, all-girls groups, and full team training. Core technical focus areas include balance, edge work, crossovers, stickhandling, and shooting.
The organisation also serves ringette players alongside hockey athletes. Instruction emphasises active correction rather than passive drill repetition — a quality reviewers have highlighted — with coaches and helpers monitoring technique throughout each session. The structured level-based progression system is a central feature of the programme.
What parents say
“Have had a great time with Gazdig, we are third generation through the program. I really enjoy that the instructors and helpers don't just send the kids through the drills without watching them. They are always watching and making corrections on the skating techniques. Many people get upset when their child does not pass the level their child is skating in and make snap posts. I have failed several levels and they were deserved, as has my son and daughter. I have questioned the decision before and asked about the decision. I was given a thoughrough explanation why they didn't meet the skill of that level. At the time I was mad but looking back, I have to agree with the decision. Not passing something can light a fire under a kid as well to improve next time and actually pay attention. Be advised that the kids are taught technique over speed. Not necessarily a bad thing but I have heard many other parents upset about this. However good skating technique builds a foundation that allows for a stronger faster skater in the future. Make sure your child (or you if you take the adult classes) take the time to work on technique and slow down to understand, once you understand then build speed.”
