Testimonials

"Working with Lee during the off-season has helped give me the jump start to the season that I was looking for. Lee's attention to detail and ability to find ways to make me more body aware has given me great gains in my skating."

Rick Nash, 2018

NHL All-Star

"Working with Lee during my years at Ohio State really set me apart from others. The way he challenged me to reach new levels of skating with and without the puck was unique amongst all the coaches I've worked with. It allowed me to take my game to the next level. Lee always took personal interest in my success - giving me opportunities to train amongst the best in Columbus."

Emma Maltais, 2024

Olympic Gold Medalist & World Champion

“I began working with Lee Harris after being drafted by the Columbus Blue Jackets in 2013. Since then, I've continued to work with him for parts of each off-season, and each year he's done a great job at preparing me for the season ahead. I've always understood that strong skating skills are essential to becoming a professional ice hockey player, as well as ensuring a long, successful career. I can honestly say that I've felt improvement in my skating after each and every skate with Lee. His skating knowledge is first-class. I've also always been impressed with how he continues to improve his hockey knowledge year after year, and as a result, continues to become an even better coach. Most importantly, in addition to being a great coach, Lee is also a great person. I highly recommend Lee to any hockey player that wants to improve their skills. I feel confident that Lee can help take any player's game to the next level."

Oliver Bjorkstrand, 2023

NHL All-Star

“Having played the game at a high level, I've learned how imperative it is to be a good skater. I started seeing Lee Harris at the beginning of my 2014 season. Working with Lee throughout the year, I have felt like a faster, more efficient skater. The passion that Lee demonstrates during the time he’s on the ice is amazing. He is a great teacher and can make small changes that make a big difference seem so easy. I'm excited to work with the Lee Harris Skating system in the future and making gains in all aspects of my skating. I would highly recommend Lee to anyone at any age or any level. You will see great improvements just as I did."

Boone Jenner, 2015

NHL All-Star

"After 10 NHL seasons I decided to explore the idea of working with a skating coach. The NHL game is constantly changing and the speed continues to get faster and faster. That is why I felt working with a coach like Lee was critical to continue to have success at the highest level. Lee’s unique combination of hockey and figure skating gives him an excellent insight to the specific aspects that make a player efficient, quick, and powerful on the ice. From the warmup through the end of each individual session, Lee challenges you and will take your skating ability to new heights. I was amazed by the improvements I made with Lee in one summer, and feel more confident in my skating ability than I ever have. I only wish I had worked with Lee earlier in my career."

RJ Umberger, 2017

NHL

"I could not have been happier about my time spent working with Lee. He provided me every opportunity to advance myself as a hockey player. He not only gives players great drills and ideas to get better, but he also has a great group of elite players to help push each other to the next level. He genuinely cares about you becoming a better player on the ice as well as a better person off the ice."

Brendon Kearney, 2019

Ohio State Mens Hockey, NCAA

"The Lee Harris Skating System is the best around! Since I started working with Lee I have seen significant improvements in my all around game. I get a lot of compliments on my skating from coaches and its all thanks to him. There is truly no one out there better."

Teddy Sawyer, 2022

Ottawa 67s/Owen Sound, OHL

​"Thank you to you and your team for this past camp. Jon loved being there, and was excited to go to the rink and train. You guys made hard work fun. I thought the format was excellent, and being with the older kids definitely motivated Jon to work harder. The smile on his face at the end of each practice told me all I needed to know."

Jeff Waselko (father) re: Johnny Waselko, 2019

Ohio AAA Blue Jackets, U18

“It was during my final years of division I college hockey that I approached Lee to help improve my skating stride. After only a few sessions I appreciated a significant improvement and more efficient skating stride. His determination for success and positive teaching demeanor really motivate you to excel. This specialized training paved the way toward a contract in the East Coast Hockey League. In addition to top notch instruction, Lee Harris is a man of integrity, is well respected and a wonderful role model for all. Thank you for everything Lee!”

Josh Zavitz, 2013

ECHL

"I look forward to improving even more working with you this summer. I felt quicker and lighter on my feet in the short time we worked together."

James Wisniewski, 2018

NHL

"Gabe had his first games today since your skating clinic. Wow, what a difference! He was faster, more agile and more effective on the ice. He scored 2 of 3 game goals and felt great about the games afterwards. Thank you for giving him the confidence to succeed."

Patricia Mickunas (mother) re: Gabriel Mickunas, 2018

Athens Squirt Hockey

"When Lee came to us and said he wanted to give back to the community where his career began, it was a great gesture. Lee took time away from his family and friends during the Christmas holidays to give back to our 2005 born players, the Major Atom and Atom AE teams.  

As a coach we can go over the systems, passing, shooting and all other skills but we can not give the finer points to the most important skill 'skating' like Lee instructed. Lee's attention to detail and precise instruction made the session so informative for all players and even the coaches. As coaches we are sure to see improvement from our players in their quickness, power and balance. Lee was well organized in what he wanted to teach to our players.

I would recommend that any Minor Hockey team should get Lee out to their practices a couple times a year or even monthly. His personal instruction, excitement and enthusiasm that he gave to the players was next to none.

The Harrow and Kingsville communities thank you for your time in making this such a memorable and fun experience for our players."

Shawn Marontate, 2018

Coach (Erie North Shore Minor Hockey Association - Major Atom 'A')