IceWorks Hockey Coaching Staff

Jim Watson

HOCKEY DIRECTOR

2x Stanley Cup Champion! (1973-74 & 1974-75)
Drafted 39th overall 1972 NHL draft
5x NHL All-star
32nd All-time in NHL Plus/Minus with +295
Inducted into the Philadelphia Flyers Hall of Fame 2016
10 Year NHL career in Philadelphia

Governor of Philadelphia Little Flyers Junior Program
Owner of Jim Watson Elite Hockey Camp – 25+ years
Head coach various levels – 10U through Junior A
Former Scout for Philadelphia Flyers

Stephan Charbonneau

HOCKEY DIRECTOR

Played in the NHL for Quebec Nordiques
4 Seasons in QMJHL
143 Career ECHL Games
1994-1995 ECHL 2nd All-Star Team
160 Career AHL Games

President of the Philadelphia Little Flyers Youth & Girls Program
Head Coach Garnet Valley Jaguars Varsity Ice Hockey
Has coached all levels Mite through Midget 18 AAA
20+Years of coaching experience

Pat Conway

HOCKEY INSTRUCTOR

Discover NHL Learn to Play Exceptional Community Coaches Award Winner
Head Coach Garnet Valley Jaguars JV Team
Assistant Coach Garnet Valley Jaguars Varsity Team
Assistant Coach Philadelphia Little Flyers Girls 19U

USA Hockey National Tournament 2021-22 & 2022-23 with Little Flyers
Certified Level 3 USA Hockey Referee
Certified Level 4 USA Hockey Coach
Instructor for IceWorks Camps & Clinics

Ryan Vogt

HOCKEY INSTRUCTOR

Lifelong Little Flyers Player
Junior Hockey – EHL for Philadelphia
4 Seasons ACHA at William Patterson University & West Chester University
Captain West Chester University

Business Management Degree – West Chester University
All-academic team 4 seasons in college
2014-2015 MJHL Defensive Forward Of The Year
2017-2018 EHL First Round Playoff MVP

Why Choose an IceWorks Clinic?

Our highly professional staff brings a wealth of knowledge to each session. Join former NHL players Jim Watson, Stephane Charbonneau, along with former OHL Player Marcus Dickerson, former EHL/College Player Ryan Vogt, High School Coach Pat Conway, Little Flyers Coach Rob Hoyt and Powerskating Coach Donna Helgenberg as they share their secrets that will unlock optimum performance in any hockey player.

Clinics are designed to improve/advance a player’s skill in a specific area.

Our in-depth clinics: Fully educate the player in the specific skill area. This understanding leads to mastery.

Allow the player to walk away with immediate working knowledge of what needs to be done in order to improve and advance. Are taught with the understanding that all players have different interest, abilities, personalities; therefore, they don’t all learn the same way.

For general inquiries about these programs please contact:
Stephane Charbonneau at scharbonneau@IceWorks.net or 610-497-2200 x127

  • Philadelphia Hockey Academy

    2024 – 2025 Season

    Start Date:  Wednesday, September 4, 2024
    End Date:  Friday, June 4, 2025

    Weekly Schedule
    Monday thru Friday
    Start Time: 7:45 AM
    End Time: 3:00 – 4:00 PM

    At the Philadelphia Hockey Academy (PHA), our core values are the foundation of everything we do. We prioritize holistic development, ensuring our student-athletes excel academically, athletically, and personally. By fostering a family atmosphere, we create a supportive, community-oriented environment where everyone feels valued and connected.

    We are delighted to announce a strategic partnership with the Philadelphia Hockey Academy (PHA). Coming this fall for the 2024-25 school year, this partnership is set to deliver an unrivaled platform for young student-athletes to thrive, fostering holistic growth and creating well-rounded individuals who excel academically, on the ice, and positively impact their communities.

    The innovative approach and shared values of IceWorks and PHA make this partnership a perfect match. By joining forces, we aim to enhance the overall development of aspiring student-athletes and create an environment that nurtures their potential. IceWorks is thrilled to bring PHA into the IceWorks family, further solidifying our commitment to delivering excellence in hockey instruction.

    Program Website:  philadelphiahockeyacademy.com

  • 2024-25 Learn to Play Hockey & Cross Ice

    This clinic is designed for the basic beginner who is new to ice hockey. The student will be given drills to learn how to skate and develop basic hockey skills.

    Coaches: Former NHL Player Stephane Charbonneau, Former OHL Player Marcus Dickerson and Varsity Coach Pat Conway.

    Space in each session is limited to only 35 skaters!!

    FULL EQUIPMENT IS REQUIRED.

    Mondays: 6:15pm – 7:15pm – Rink 1
    Summer Session:     7/15, 7/22, 8/5, 8/12, 8/19

    Saturdays: 10:00am – 11:00am – Rink 4
    Session 1: 10/12, 10/19, 10/26, 11/2, 11/9
    Session 2: 11/16, 11/23, 12/7, 12/14, 12/21
    Session 3: 1/4, 1/11, 1/18, 1/25, 2/1
    Session 4: 3/15, 3/22, 3/29, 4/5, 4/12

    Mondays: 6:15pm – 7:15pm – Rink 4
    Girls Only:     4/19, 4/26, 5/3, 5/10, 5/17

    Cost: $175.00 per session

    CANCELLATION POLICY: If registration for clinic is withdrawn for any reason, you will receive a refund less $50.00 for administrative fees. No refunds will be issued for any reason within the two weeks prior to start date.

    Prerequisite: Basic Hockey 1, 2, 3, 4 will now offered as part of our Learn to Skate program. Learn the fundamentals of Basic Hockey skating. Starts, stops, forward and backward skating, turns and transitions. (No pucks) Completing the elements of these levels will prepare every beginning hockey skater for his/her next step in learning to play hockey.
    Visit Learn To Skate page

  • 2024-25 Flyers NHL Rookie Learn to Play Hockey

    Registration is now open for the 2024-25 Flyers Learn to Play Rookie Program, presented by Holman. This program introduces boys and girls to hockey through weekly on-ice instruction, and all participants receive a full set of head-to-toe equipment. Register your 5 to 9 year old below!
    Session #1 – Flyers NHL Rookies at IceWorks
    Sat 11/16/24 10:00am-11:00am
    Sat 11/23/24 10:00am-11:00am
    Sat 12/7/24 10:00am-11:00am
    Sat 12/14/24 10:00am-11:00am
    Sat 12/21/24 10:00am-11:00am

    Session #2 Flyers NHL Rookies at IceWorks
    Sat 1/4/25 10:00am-11:00am
    Sat 1/11/25 10:00am-11:00am
    Sat 1/18/25 10:00am-11:00am
    Sat 1/27/25 10:00am-11:00am
    Sat 2/1/25 10:00am-11:00am

    Session #3 Flyers NHL Rookies at IceWorks (GIRLS ONLY)
    Sat 4/19/25 10:00am-11:00am
    Sat 4/26/25 10:00am-11:00am
    Sat 5/3/25 10:00am-11:00am
    Sat 5/10/25 10:00am-11:00am
    Sat 5/17/25 10:00am-11:00am

    Developed with the help of experts from USA Hockey and Hockey Canada, the Learn to Play initiative aims to be the gold standard for youth hockey programs with the goal of inspiring more families to join the hockey community. Learn to Play changes the way youth hockey is offered by providing first time participants, between 5–9 years of age, free head-to-toe equipment, age appropriate instruction and certified coaching, led by NHL Alumni, in a fun and safe atmosphere. Program presented in conjunction with The National Hockey League (NHL); NHL Players Association; USA Hockey & Canada Hockey. More about the program