Ice-Hockey Training Process Design Methods

Abstract

The purpose of the thesis was to investigate features of ice hockey, the required qualities of its players, main stages of long-term training and then implement the gained knowledge in creating an actual methodology of training for young players. A thoroughly planned and constructed training process allows athletes to achieve maximal results. The primary objective was to study essential steps in constructing a training program. The theoretical framework comprises the characteristics of ice hockey, physical qualities of players as well as describing the structure of micro-, meso- and macrocycles in detail. The theoretical research was based on careful study of sport and fitness literature. The empirical part focuses on an actual training program for young ice hockey players of 13-14 years and contains the results of its implementation. The method was designed by the author based on his theoretical knowledge and coaching experience. The result of the thesis was the implementation of an actual training program aimed at improving the speed qualities of young ice hockey players and an analysis of the gained results.