Meet Our Staff
Meet The Leadership Team
A team dedicated to skill development, character building, and unforgettable camp experiences—on and off the ice. With a passion for mentoring young athletes, fostering leadership, and creating a positive, high-energy environment, our staff is committed to helping every player grow both as a hockey player and as a person.
Sean Rekeny
Sean has spent over two decades mentoring athletes, developing high-level hockey programs, and ensuring an elite yet fun training experience. His background at Heartland Hockey Camp facilitating camp operations, staff leadership, and facility management makes him the perfect fit to lead the hockey & adventure experience at Tanuga.
"Success isn’t just about winning—it’s about growing together as a team, family, and sharing knowledge through experience." – Sean
Camp Tanuga Director/Owner
Mike King
Camp Tanuga Director/Owner
Mike brings a high-energy personality and passion for helping others. He creates immersive experiences that inspire campers while ensuring the Tanuga spirit is felt far and wide. Mike was captain of the ACHA Ferris State D2 team and has over 12 years experience coaching summer camps at Heartland Hockey Camp.
"Camp is where you push yourself, try new things, and build confidence—all while having the time of your life." – Mike
Colin Bailey
Colin is a USA Hockey Level 4 Certified Coach. Colin has coached at youth, high school, junior, and collegiate levels including time as the Head Coach of the Wausau Cyclones (NA3HL), leading them to their first playoff appearance. Since 2022, he has been an Assistant Coach/Recruiting Coordinator at The College of St. Scholastica in Duluth Minnesota. He helped the team secure a MIAC Regular Season Championship and a #2 national ranking in 2023-24.
Colin has spent 15 summers coaching at hockey camps, including 10 years as a Director and Head Coach at Heartland Hockey Camp. Bailey also currently owns and operates Bailey Hockey Development, which operates off season on-ice training and camps in the Duluth, MN area. He brings passion, leadership, and high-energy coaching to Tanuga Hockey Camp. Off the ice, he enjoys lifting weights, mountain biking, and spending time with family.
Director of Hockey
Sid Friedman
Raised at Camp Tanuga, Sid has dedicated his career to creating transformative camp experiences that foster growth, confidence, and friendships that last a lifetime. With a deep commitment to the Tanuga tradition, he ensures that hockey campers enjoy the same spirit, adventure, and community that makes Camp Tanuga an unforgettable summer destination.
Camp Tanuga Director
Cody Coden
Cody has been an integral part of Camp Tanuga’s success for over three decades, shaping camp programming, mentorship, and staff training. His passion for team-building and outdoor adventure ensures that Tanuga Hockey campers grow both on and off the ice in a supportive and inspiring environment.
Camp Tanuga Director
Alex Johnson
Alex is the ultimate character guy and brings joy, fun, and passion to our camp. He likes to encourage campers in an upbeat way. Alex played ACHA D2 Ferris State Hockey, was a 2-time ACHA all-star, and was line mates with Coach Mike. He is also the designer of our reversible jerseys that each camper will receive at check in. We couldn’t be more excited to have Coach Alex!
Assistant Coach
OUR STAFF
We believe that the people make the experience. Our dedicated team of coaches, counselors, and staff are committed to mentoring, inspiring, and creating an environment where players grow—on and off the ice. Off the ice, at Camp Tanuga, we have over 50 amazing counselors/staff who come from all over the world. They create what we like to call the “Tanuga Magic.”
