The Burlington Pond, Hockey Training Centre Proudly family owned and operated since 2000.

(905) 631-9061

info@thepond.ca

845 Harrington Court, Unit 8 Burlington, Ontario Canada, L7N 3P3

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POND COACHES

POND COACHES

Founder - Greg Moore
  • Founded The Burlington Pond in 2000, Ontario’s first rink of its kind.
  • Played minor hockey in Burlington, then for the Burlington Cougars.
  • Earned a scholarship to Oswego State University, captained team to championship.
  • Nominated to NCAA All American Team.
  • Known for skating, passing, game awareness, and leadership.
  • Served as captain on multiple teams.
  • Mentored players like Darnell Nurse and Evan Bouchard.

Owner & Pond Coach - Michele Moore Davison

Years of Experience: ​20 years coaching
Current Team​ or Organization: Toronto Maple Leafs Skating Consultant Coach, Oakville Rangers Skating Development Coach
Professional Achievements: Inducted into the Skate Canada Hall of Fame

  • National-level figure skater, competed in 9 National Championships
  • World Champion with the Nexxice Synchronized Skating Team (2009)
  • Focuses on skating fundamentals: explosive power, quickness, stride, edges, and weight transfer
  • Helps improve balance, agility, speed, power, and transition game
Owner & Pond Coach - Ryan Moore

Years of Experience: ​16 years coaching
Current Team​ or Organization: Oakville Rangers Skating Development Coach
Professional Achievements: Drafted to the OHL

  • Played Rep AAA, Junior, OHL, CIS., and Sr. A levels
  • Won championships in Junior and Sr. A
  • Ryan works with players of all ages, from AAA, Junior and Pro levels helping them reach their next level and success
  • World-class expertise in acceleration, agility, mobility, and power skating.
  • Notables: Evan Bouchard, Darnell Nurse, Malcolm Spence
Pond Coach - Udo Springman

Years of Experience:  10 years coaching
Current Team​ or Organization: 
Professional Achievements: Junior German National Team U16/U17

  • Influenced by various nationalities of coaches had growing up in Germany.  
    Germans, Czechs, Russians & Canadians
  • These diverse influences shaped his approach to coaching and skating.
  • Involved in hockey from 2014 to 2020 with the Burlington Eagles. Head coach and assistant coach
  • Detail-oriented approach to coaching.
  • Highly influential in developing players at The Pond.
  • Brings a positive attitude
  • Encourages players to reach their full potential
Pond Coach - Tristyn Svetyk

Years of Experience:  6 years coaching
Current Team​ or Organization: Head Coach U18AA Oakville Hornets
Professional Achievements: NCAA

  • Played most of minor hockey for BGHC
  • Finished minor hockey with the Burlington Barracudas Junior team
  • Earned NCAA Division 1 scholarship to the University of Connecticut
  • Three consecutive Hockey East championship appearances
  • Coaching the Burlington Barracudas for 5 years
  • Pursuing Master’s in Education at Brock University
  • Passionate about developing young athletes
Pond Coach - Stephanie Falconi
Years of Experience:  22 years coaching
Current Team​ or Organization: Falcon’s Edge
Professional Achievements: Former competitive and professional Ice Dancer
  • Currently mentoring under Michele Moore, owner and pond coach
  • Works with athletes ranging from U7MD to OHL, providing tailored coaching to meet individual needs
  • Specializes in refining skating edges, balance, stability, stride efficiency, and explosiveness
  • Passionate about teaching technical skating mechanics to enhance on-ice performance
  • Focuses on building a strong technical foundation while optimizing speed and efficiency
Pond Coach & Dryland Trainer - Taylor Woods
Years of Experience: ​ 12 years coaching
Current Team​ or Organization: Head Coach U11AA Burlington Barracudas
Professional Achievements: Represented Team Canada U18, NCAA
  • Competed in 2011 U18 World Championship
  • Assistant captain, Cornell Big Red (NCAA), Toronto Six (PHF) & PWHPA
  • BSc in Sport and Exercise Psychology, Setanta College, Certified: CSCS, ISSA
  • Coaches with Burlington Barracudas
  • Specializes in biomechanics, sports performance, and strength training
  • Focuses on skills development to enhance players’ overall game
Pond Coach - ​T​om MacDonald

 Years of Experience:  ​25 years coaching
Current Team​ or Organization:
Professional Achievements: Drafted to the Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds (OHL)​ &  Tampa Bay Lightning

  • Played four seasons with the Greyhounds, including three Memorial Cup appearances (1993 Champions)
  • Experience as a head coach, skating instructor, and personal development coach.
  • Specializes in teaching skating through balance and edge work, helping players reach the next level.
  • Emphasizes the mental aspect of the game, an often overlooked component of player development.
Pond Coach Justin Cloutier

Years of Experience: ​ 
Current Team​ or Organization: Head Coach U18AA Burlington Barracudas, Canadian Girls Elite Academy
Professional Achievements: 

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Burlington Pond

The Burlington Pond, Hockey Training Centre Proudly family owned and operated since 2000.

(905) 631-9061

845 Harrington Court, Unit 8 Burlington, Ontario Canada, L7N 3P3

info@thepond.ca

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