THE DAHAN EXPERIENCE
We treat our students as professional athletes and provide them with the necessary instruction in a readily learning environment.
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About Us
Dahan Goaltending is a premier goalie school for competitive hockey players looking for elite mentorship to achieve their true potential. Our training is demanding and realistic to challenge students no matter their skill level.
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We provide high-end coaches who love what they teach alongside professional assistants/shooters.
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We promote the brand of the goaltender and make changes that are well justified. We significantly impact each goalie's mental health and knowledge of the game. We will mentor the athlete through what it takes to play at their best
We serve goalies in Toronto, Halton Hills, Halton region, Caledon, Milton, Brampton, Mississauga, Guelph, Cambridge, Kitchener, Waterloo and Oakville.
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Travelling to train with us?
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Contact us for a mentorship program that will include a customized plan to accommodate your travel plans.
Dahan Experience
Nick Dahan and his team are here to build athletes and take it seriously. Every goalie is treated like a professional on the ice and can expect excellent detail work on their skill and a high-tempo disciplined learning environment.
Real-Time Video Review
iPad stations are positioned on the ice to deliver real-time feedback to athletes. Video review enhances visual learning, reinforces key concepts, and keeps athletes engaged during rest periods.
Elite Coaches & Shooters
All Dahan coaches are held to high performance standards and are trained through hands-on mentorship with Nick Dahan, along with formal classroom instruction.
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Shooters are selected with purpose and understand the expectations of a high-level hockey school. They work hard for the goalies by delivering quality shots, battling for rebounds, and re-creating game scenarios.
Playing Pathways Guidance
As we get to know each player, we provide guidance and support throughout their hockey journey. We work collaboratively with coaches and teams to help identify opportunities, connect players with programs seeking talent, and offer trusted advice on career and development pathways.
The Dahan Team
Nick Dahan
Program Director
Andrew Spurvey
Junior Instructor
Sal Stalteri
Senior Instructor
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Nick Tsatsanis
Junior Instructor
Mitch Nyarady
Junior Instructor
NICK
DAHAN
As the founder of Dahan Goaltending, Nick is known for his no-nonsense approach and unwavering commitment to every driven goalie he coaches. He delivers structured, high-performance training that is fast-paced, detail-oriented, and tailored to each athlete’s immediate needs. His sessions push goaltenders to think the game, refine their fundamentals, and compete with confidence under pressure.
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Nick serves as a goaltending coach in U SPORTS and the OJHL, working with high-level athletes and channeling that experience directly into his development model. His coaching philosophy is shaped by years of mentorship under respected goalie coaches such as Eli Wilson and Jamie McGuire, along with his own playing and coaching experience across multiple levels.​
SAL
STALTERI
Sal joined Dahan Goaltending in 2016 and brings a wealth of playing and coaching experience to the program.
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Following his collegiate career, Sal played semi-professional hockey in Germany, gaining valuable experience in fast-paced game environments. This time overseas sharpened his on-ice awareness and continues to influence his ability to develop goalies’ skating, situational positioning, and puck-handling skills.
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As a coach, Sal creates an energetic, focused training environment and is known for his ability to connect with athletes while pushing them to elevate their performance. He places a strong emphasis on skating fundamentals, reading the play, and maximizing the use of equipment to build both efficiency and confidence in net.
Whether working with beginners or advanced goaltenders, Sal’s approach helps athletes develop solid fundamentals, improve game awareness, and gain a deeper understanding of the position.
MITCH
NYARADY
Mitch joined Dahan Goaltending in 2022 and quickly demonstrated a strong commitment to learning the game from a coaching perspective. Since joining the program, he has focused on developing goaltenders at the grassroots level while gaining experience working with athletes of all ages.
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After more than three years of closely shadowing Nick, Mitchell has built a solid foundation in the Dahan Goaltending training model. He is now stepping into a direct coaching role, bringing energy, attention to detail, and a clear understanding of the program’s standards.
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Mitch emphasizes strong fundamentals, confidence, and fostering a genuine love for the position. His approach is centered on creating a positive, structured environment where goaltenders can grow, compete, and build lasting habits.
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