PHILADELPHIA HOCKEY ACADEMY AT A GLANCE

PHA provides a structured daily routine that balances academics, athletic development, and personal growth while helping student athletes build the habits and independence required for success in high school, college, and beyond.

Start Date:  Wednesday, September 9, 2026

End Date:  Friday, June 4, 2027

Monday thru Friday

Start Time:         7:30 AM

End Time:          3:00 - 4:00 PM 

• Daily academic support with learning coaches who help students stay organized, manage workload, and build independence.
• Fully accredited academic curriculum through Commonwealth Charter Academy with certified subject teachers.
• A structured nine month athletic development program focused on long term growth and consistency.
• Consistent on ice training designed to develop skill, hockey IQ, and confidence throughout the season.
• Strength and conditioning sessions that build athleticism, durability, and injury resilience.
• Optional morning skill sessions available for athletes seeking additional development opportunities.
• Power skating development through SkateWithHeat enrichment sessions.
• Ongoing nutrition education led by a licensed dietitian to support performance, recovery, and healthy habits.
• Leadership development opportunities through Student Council and daily team responsibilities.
• Field trips and community service experiences that build leadership, perspective, and character.
• Academic performance standards that reinforce responsibility and preparation for high school, college, and beyond.
• A dedicated learning environment providing daily structure, accountability, and guidance.
• Access to locker rooms, showers, and a professional training environment.
• Billet housing support available when needed for out of area families.

A typical day at PHA is built around structure, accountability, and balance. Student athletes follow a consistent daily routine that allows them to progress academically while developing as athletes and individuals. The goal is to create independence while providing the daily support needed to succeed.

Students spend up to five hours each day focused on academics through Commonwealth Charter Academy, working alongside learning coaches who help manage pacing, organization, and accountability.

On ice development takes place across two daily sessions, combining self directed skill work with structured instruction designed to reinforce habits, decision making, and confidence. Goalies also receive weekly position specific training.

Each day includes a dedicated strength and conditioning session focused on athletic development, injury prevention, and long term physical growth.

This balanced structure mirrors the expectations student athletes will experience at the next level while ensuring they are supported throughout the process.

At the Philadelphia Hockey Academy, service learning is an important part of student athlete development. We believe growth happens not only through academics and athletics, but also through meaningful engagement with the community.

Students participate in service opportunities throughout the year that connect learning with real world experience. These experiences help student athletes develop empathy, leadership, and perspective while learning the value of contributing to something larger than themselves.

By introducing community involvement early, students begin building habits of responsibility, teamwork, and service that extend well beyond their time at PHA.

Goals

• Provide opportunities for experiential learning that complement online academics.
• Build awareness of community needs and social challenges.
• Encourage students to take initiative and become active contributors within their communities.
• Develop skills such as communication, collaboration, problem solving, and reflection.
• Foster leadership through service based teamwork and shared responsibility.

Social Issues That May be Explored:

• Support for veterans and military families
• Mental health awareness initiatives
• Hunger and food insecurity programs
• Homelessness outreach
• Addiction recovery support organizations
• Disability advocacy programs
• Health and nutrition education
• Support for senior citizens
• Environmental and animal welfare initiatives
• Education and youth mentorship programs