Brainerd MN Goalie Camp
Brainerd MN Goalie Camp
- July 31 - August 2nd 2026
- Essentia Health Sports Center 502 Jackson St, Brainerd, MN 56401
Next Level Goaltending Brainerd, MN Camp
Train with some of the top goalie coaches in the game at the Next Level Goaltending 3-Day Camp in Brainerd, Minnesota. Designed for goalies of all ages and skill levels, this camp combines elite on-ice instruction, off-ice training, classroom sessions, and hockey IQ development to help every goalie take the next step in their game.
Led by Brandon Wildung and a staff that includes professional, NCAA, and USHL coaches and goaltenders, campers will receive personalized instruction in skating, positioning, puck tracking, save selection, rebound control, and game situations. With a maximum 3:1 goalie-to-coach ratio, every athlete receives individual feedback and a development plan they can continue using long after camp ends.
Spots are limited to ensure maximum instruction and attention for every goalie.
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A Goalie Camp in Brainerd, MN
Next Level Goaltending Camp – Brainerd, Minnesota
Elevate Your Game With Some of Hockey’s Top Goalie Coaches
The Next Level Goaltending Camp in Brainerd, Minnesota is designed for goalies who want to develop the technical skills, hockey IQ, and confidence needed to perform at their highest level. Open to goalies of all ages and skill levels, this three day camp delivers a complete training experience that combines elite on-ice instruction, off-ice athletic development, classroom learning, and personalized coaching.
At Next Level Goaltending, every goalie receives individual attention through a maximum 3:1 goalie-to-coach ratio. This allows our staff to tailor instruction to each athlete’s age, experience level, and developmental needs. Whether you’re building fundamentals, preparing for junior hockey, or looking to take the next step toward college hockey, this camp is built to help you improve.
What You’ll Learn
Throughout the weekend, goalies will work on the skills and concepts that directly impact game performance, including:
- Skating and crease movement
- Positioning and angle play
- Puck tracking and visual habits
- Save selection and post integration
- Rebound control
- Recovery techniques
- Reading offensive threats
- Hockey IQ and game management
- Mental preparation and confidence building
The goal is not simply to teach drills, but to help goalies understand why techniques work and how to apply them in game situations.
Camp Features
7+ Hours of On-Ice Training
Goalies will participate in progressive on-ice sessions featuring technical instruction, movement training, situational drills, and game-like scenarios designed to challenge and improve performance.
2+ Hours of Dryland Development
Off-ice training focuses on athletic development through mobility work, hand-eye coordination exercises, reaction training, and movement patterns that translate directly to success in the crease.
2+ Hours of Classroom Sessions
Learn how to read developing plays, identify offensive patterns, understand modern goaltending concepts, and improve decision-making through video analysis and classroom instruction.
Exclusive Training Materials
Every goalie receives a Next Level Goaltending training book packed with drills, development concepts, and coaching notes that can be used throughout the season.
Next Level Goaltending Jersey Included
Every participant will receive an official Next Level Goaltending jersey.
Meet The Coaching Staff
Brandon Wildung
Brandon Wildung is the owner and founder of Next Level Goaltending and currently serves as Associate Head Coach of the USHL’s Sioux Falls Stampede. Prior to joining Sioux Falls, Wildung coached at the NCAA Division I level and has helped develop goaltenders who have advanced to junior, collegiate, and professional hockey. His coaching philosophy focuses on building complete goaltenders through strong fundamentals, game understanding, and individualized development plans.
Zane McIntyre
Zane McIntyre brings elite playing experience to every camp session. A standout collegiate goaltender at the University of North Dakota, McIntyre earned numerous honors during his NCAA career before signing a professional contract and advancing to the NHL with the Boston Bruins organization. He has also enjoyed a successful professional career in the American Hockey League and overseas. Zane provides valuable insight into what it takes to succeed at the highest levels of hockey while helping goalies develop practical skills they can immediately apply to their game.
Hank Johnson
Hank Johnson currently coaches in the USHL with the Fargo Force, one of the premier junior hockey organizations in North America. Working daily with elite junior players preparing for NCAA Division I and professional hockey opportunities, Johnson brings a modern coaching approach focused on skill development, hockey IQ, and performance habits that translate directly to competitive game situations.
Chris Jackson
Chris Jackson brings a strong background of junior and collegiate hockey experience to the Next Level Goaltending staff. Before playing NCAA hockey, Jackson competed for organizations including the Boston Jr. Rangers and Twin City Thunder, where he posted multiple seasons with a save percentage above .920 while facing top junior competition. He later advanced to the NCAA level, playing at Suffolk University and Albertus Magnus College. His recent playing experience allows him to connect directly with developing goaltenders while teaching the technical habits, preparation, and mindset required to succeed at higher levels of hockey.