Program Highlights
- Newly Renovated 2-sheet home ice facility in Clifton Park, NY
- Superior ice quality by professional ice maintenance technicians
- Newly renovated gym staffed by professional trainer
- Video analysis through Spiideo
- Professional caliber skate sharpening/profiling by SkateScribe
- AAA teams for ages 9U through 18U
- Proud member of the THF League (Elite Teams), AHF League (Platinum Teams), TGHF League (Girl's Teams), and NGHL (Girl's Teams)
- USPHL Premier Team and NCDC Teams
Mission Statement
To develop a championship-caliber Tier I program that prioritizes team success, individual growth, and elite athletic performance—while building character, discipline, and accountability both on and off the ice.
Philosophy
The NY Dynamo Organization is dedicated to offering the right balance of competition and commitment for every player by providing superior and targeted training both on and off the ice. Our goal is support every player on their hockey journey by providing diverse opportunities for growth and success.
Program Description
NY Dynamo provides a long-term development program built to help players reach their full potential. Our focus is on creating a strong foundation, developing competitive mindsets, and instilling the integrity and discipline needed for success on and off the ice.
At the younger age levels, the priority is for players to enjoy the game while learning proper skating, puck confidence, and how to compete. Teams participate in highly competitive leagues such as the THF, AHF, and NGHL, giving players consistent exposure to strong opponents that push their limits and accelerate development. Our younger teams follow a "play to learn" approach, gradually transitioning toward a "play to win" mindset as the season progresses and players advance in age. At the older levels, expectations rise and greater emphasis is placed on results, with success driven by the consistent execution of a game plan built through carefully structured weekly practices.
Across all age groups, players can expect high-tempo, well-organized practices and meaningful game and tournament schedules. Sessions are run collaboratively by team coaches and dedicated skills coaches, ensuring focused, high-quality instruction every time players step on the ice.
If you have any questions about coaching philosophy or the development program for a specific age group, we're always happy to help. Our professional coaching staff is available to answer any questions that may arise.
Elite (AAA) Coaching Staff
Pierre LeBlond
9U Elite (2017) Head Coach
Dave Ambuhl
10U Elite (2016) Head Coach
Pete MacArthur
11U Elite (2015) Head Coach
Pierre LeBlond
12U Elite (2014) Head Coach
Platinum (AA) Coaching Staff
TBA
9U Platinum Head Coach
TBA
10U Platinum Head Coach
Styles Bridges
11U Platinum Head Coach
Brett Clouthier
12U Platinum Head Coach
Girls Coaching Staff
Girl's coaches will be announced at the conclusion of the current season.
TBA
10U Girls Developmental Team Head Coach
TBA
12U Girls / Tier I Team Head Coach
Our coaching staff is already in place for the upcoming season; however, final coach assignments will be made after tryouts so we can align each team with the appropriate staff based on final team placements.
Girls Program
NY Dynamo's Girls Hockey Program is expanding their Tier 1 Teams! Building on the success of the NY Dynamo Tier 1 14U Girls Team in the 2025-26 Season, we will be expanding to include 12U, 14U, and 16U for the 2026-27 Season! Girls Hockey Director, Jordan Juron, will continue to take girls hockey in Upstate New York to the next level, allowing players from our area to compete on a national level with the best teams in Girls Hockey.
What to Expect This Season
All of our NY Dynamo girls players will be in a fun environment that will be tailored to meet each player's individual goals while fostering team success. Our younger teams will have a strong focus on developing skills and game sense, while expectations to win grow at the 14U level.
The NY Dynamo Organization will work alongside, support, instruct, and lead its coaches, volunteers, and players in its core vision, mission, and brand of creating the total athlete. We strive to build each player into the total athlete that is empowered to practice with purpose, compete in every situation, embody the true meaning of being a teammate, be prepared for any challenge, and become successful on and off the ice.
NY Dynamo will offer girls ages 9 to 16 years old an opportunity to elevate their game and development both on and off the ice. We take a long-term approach to development, beginning at 10U and preparing girls for a full Tier 1 team at 12U. In the 2026-27 season, we will begin offering Tier 1 Level Girls Team that will play at the highest level of competition starting at 12U. This will be our flagship team, the goal for our most competitive and skilled girls in the program to strive to be a part of and an avenue through which we will attract top talent in the area.
We are the area's only full time dedicated girls program that offers on ice development with professional coaches, off ice training in our home rink's gym with a strength and conditioning coach, dedicated power skating sessions, and access to a detailed and specific development path.
9U-12U Teams: Development Plan
Yearly Fee Includes
- In season practice ice
- Weekly off-ice training in the Gym at NY Dynamo run by a personal trainer
- Power Skating and Skills sessions regularly scheduled
- Goaltending training - run by professional goalie coaches
- NY Dynamo Combine Event
- League fees and player registration fees - excluding USA Hockey Registration
- Tournament/Showcase/Playoff entry fees
- Practice jersey
- Quality Game Jersey Package (home/away jersey and socks)
2025-2026 Teams
Elite Level Teams
- 2017 / 9U AAA — $3,500
- 2016 / 10U AAA — $3,500
- 2015 / 11U AAA — $3,800
- 2014 / 12U AAA — $3,800
Platinum Level Teams
- 2017 / 9U AA — $3,200
- 2016 / 10U AA — $3,200
- 2015 / 11U AA — $3,500
- 2014 / 12U AA — $3,500
Girls Teams
- 10U Girls Dev. — $2,500
- 12U Girls TI-FS — $3,600
Season Structure
- Elite Teams and Tier 1 Girls Training Camp beginning mid-August
- Platinum Teams and Tier 2 Girls Training Camp beginning mid-September
- Season ends early March
Girls Programs
- 10U Girls Developmental Team (Tier 2)
- 12U Girls Full Season Tier I Team, NYS Tournament Bound Team
Elite Programs
- Single birth year 9U-12U Teams playing in the THF League
- 2014/12U AAA is NYS Tournament bound
Platinum Programs
- We aim for team at each birth year 9U-12U, but birth years may be combined based on tryout numbers
NY Dynamo intends to form teams at multiple level per birth year for the 10U-16U age groups, though the organization reserves the right to change this should the competition level or roster size met criteria.
NY Dynamo reserves the right to adjust the 10U girls program as needed, depending on interest and talent within the group. All decisions will be made with the primary focus on maximizing each player's long-term development.
Youth Tryout Dates — 2026-27 Season
- 9U (2017): 3/3, 3/7, 3/10
- 10U (2016): 3/5, 3/10, 3/12
- 11U (2015): 3/4, 3/9, 3/11
- 12U (2014): 3/6, 3/11, 3/12
- 10U Girls: 3/4, 3/9
- 12U Girls: 3/3, 3/5, 3/7
Terms and Conditions
After team formation, players will not be allowed on the ice for any NY Dynamo sessions until the registration process is complete, which will include:
1. Registration and Player Contracts
- Completed online registration including deposit
- NYSAHA Commitment Form - via DocuSign
- Tuition Agreement - via DocuSign
- Player Code of Conduct - via DocuSign
- NYSAHA Parent Code of Conduct - via DocuSign
- USA Hockey Number - provided to organization
- League Registration - player fee paid by the organization
2. Payment Method and Schedule
- All tuition payments will be processed by credit or debit card
- There are no processing fees on payments starting this year
- Tuition payments will be run in 4 monthly installments on the following dates: 8/10, 9/10, 10/10, 11/10
3. Apparel Requirements
Players are required to wear NY Dynamo pant or shell, black helmet, white laces, NY Dynamo theme gloves (white, black and/or orange) and NY Dynamo warm-up suit. These items are NOT included in tuition pricing and are the same designs as the 2025/26 season. NY Dynamo apparel and gear is available for purchase at the team store in the SkateScribe room at Capital Arena or via online apparel portal that will be sent out periodically during the season.
There will be NO REFUNDS OR CREDITS for any fees paid including registration or tuition fees if a player drops from the program after they register. Please read the NY Dynamo contract prior to signing. After registering with NY Dynamo following tryouts, a player will not be released from NY Dynamo for any reason whatsoever until the season concludes and tuition payments have been made in full.