The Ultimate Hockey & Adventure Camp
A Parent’s Guide to Tanuga Hockey Camp
Tanuga Hockey Camp is where hockey players get to be kids again. Away from the pressure of tryouts and long seasons, campers find a place to grow as players and as people. They build confidence, make new friends, and strengthen their love for the game while surrounded by nature, great coaches, and teammates who share the same passion.
Tanuga Hockey is more than a hockey camp. It is a true overnight experience that blends focused hockey development with the freedom and fun of summer camp. Campers live in cabins, skate hard, swim, climb, laugh, and spend their evenings enjoying team challenges, skit and theme nights, or a s’more by the fire. It is the best of both worlds — growth, adventure, and memories that last a lifetime. Our goal is simple: every camper leaves as a better player and a more confident person.
What Your Player Gets
Two hours of daily on-ice skill work (no on-ice on check-in day)
Power Shooting on our outdoor roller rink (wristshot, snapshot, slapshot, backhand)
Small-area games and hockey IQ work
Classic Camp Tanuga activities on 150 acres of woods and lakefront
A screen-free setting, real friends, and time outdoors
Daily Rhythm (Times Vary)
Each day blends on-ice, Power Shooting, and camp activities. Players skate, train, and spend time outside. Evenings bring team challenges, themed nights, talent shows, and campfires—a chance to relax, laugh, and be part of something bigger. See sample schedule here.
Coaching and Groups
Our experienced coaches lead clear, high-energy sessions. We use microphones and music to keep our on-ice sessions engaging, upbeat, and fun. Players are grouped by age and skill so everyone can play at a competitive pace and have fun while improving.
Safety and Supervision
Campers live in age and gender appropriate cabins with trained, background-checked staff.
A full-time nurse is on-site in our infirmary to deliver daily medications, treat injuries, or simply be a friendly face.
Waterfront and activity areas run with certified staff, provided life jackets, and clear safety rules.
Which Hockey CAMP Is Right for My Player?
Tanuga Hockey offers 10U Squirt, 12U Peewee, 14U Bantam, and dedicated Girls Hockey & Adventure programs.
Because camp takes place between hockey seasons and many players may be moving into a new level or playing above their typical birth-year level, we intentionally allow some overlap between groups.
Families should select the group that best matches their player’s current or upcoming team, experience, size, skill level, and confidence.
View our current 2027 placement guide on the Hockey Camps page for eligible birth years and group options.
If you’re unsure which group is the best fit, email hockey@tanuga.com or call/text (231) 258-9150 and we’ll be happy to help.
Location
Tanuga Hockey Camp is based at Camp Tanuga in Kalkaska, Michigan, on 150 wooded acres along beautiful Manistee Lake, approximately 45 minutes east of Traverse City.
Campers live, eat, and participate in off-ice programming at Camp Tanuga. On-ice training takes place at the Otsego County Sportsplex in Gaylord, Michigan.
Transportation to and from the rink is provided by Tanuga using chartered school buses rented from a local school district.
2027 Dates, Rates & Registration
Tanuga Hockey Camp offers three one-week Hockey & Adventure sessions in August 2027.
August 1–6: 10U Squirt • 12U Peewee • 10U/12U Girls
August 8–13: 10U Squirt • 12U Peewee • 10U/12U Girls
August 15–20: 12U Peewee • 14U Bantam • 12U/14U Girls
Skater Tuition: $1,800 per week
Goalie Tuition: $1,300 per week
Sibling Discount: $100 off each additional camper from the same household
A $250 deposit is due at enrollment to reserve your camper’s space.
Visit our Hockey Camps page for current availability, payment options, placement guidance, and cancellation policies.
What to Pack
Skates, on-ice stick(s), Power Shooting stick(s), protective gear, water bottle, athletic shoes, swimsuit, towels, sunscreen, bug spray, twin sheets or sleeping bag, pillow, and casual camp clothes.
A full list is sent before camp.
Hockey Jersey: Each camper will receive a reversible Tanuga Hockey jersey at check-in to wear during the week and keep after camp. Campers will be fitted for their jersey upon arrival.
FAQ
Is the schedule the same every day?
Ice times can rotate, but the mix of hockey, Power Shooting, and camp stays the same.
View a sample schedule.
Can my player room with a friend?
Yes. We do our best to honor cabin requests. There’s a spot during enrollment to note cabin-mate preferences.
Is this right for multi-sport players?
Yes. We focus on core skills, confidence, and love for the game. Our goal is for kids to have fun, build character, and leave with a deeper passion for hockey.
Ready to Enroll?
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