Craig Desjarlais
Craig Desjarlais is a nationally respected leader in elite hockey development with over two decades of coaching and player development experience. As the Hockey Director at ION International Training Center, Craig oversees all hockey operations, training programs, and athlete development initiatives.
He is the founder of 23 Hockey, a premier skill development program focused on high-performance training for players of all ages. Craig also serves as the Director of the Loudoun Knights Hockey Club, helping build one of the region’s fastest-growing youth programs. In addition, he is the Director of Player Development for the Washington Little Capitals, where he mentors top-tier athletes in the Tier 1 landscape.
Craig is known for his detail-oriented coaching style, strong player relationships, and commitment to developing not just skilled players, but confident young leaders on and off the ice.
Private & Small Group Hockey Training
Why Train at Ion
Whether your player is just learning to skate or striving to elevate their game to the next level, we offer expert-led private and small group hockey training for all ages and skill levels. Our professional coaching staff works one-on-one or in small groups to focus on individualized player development, including skating, puck handling, shooting, positional play, and game awareness.
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Access to top-tier, USA Hockey-certified coaches
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Flexible scheduling to fit your player’s needs
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Customizable lessons tailored to individual goals
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On-ice and off-ice skill development opportunities
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A supportive, elite-level training environment
To schedule a private or small group lesson, please reach out directly to one of our coaches.
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HOCKEY
AT ION.
Welcome to the home of hockey in Leesburg, VA. We’re proud to offer a world-class hockey experience for players of all ages and skill levels. As the official home of the Loudoun Knights Hockey Club and the Washington Little Capitals, our rink is where competitive excellence meets community passion.
We're thrilled to announce the return of the NHL Future Caps Learn to Play program in Fall 2025, giving new players the perfect entry point into the game with support from the NHL and Washington Capitals.
Players can choose from a variety of private and small group skills and hockey-specific skating training opportunities with top-tier coaches and programs.
Whether you’re developing foundational skills or preparing for the next level, this is where your hockey journey begins.
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