Why choose APX? From those in the our High School Tier to those in our Selects Tier, APX has a curriculum that will develop far more than just your skills on the ice. Our mission is to develop the athlete, the player and the person as a whole. The entire team at APX is invested in every athlete’s overall development through a unique combination of skill development, strength, conditioning and leadership training.

The APX girls program is led by former Olympic gold medalist Karyn Bye. Bye has been through almost every scenario in hockey, from playing at the high school level back in her home state of Wisconsin to leading her collegiate squad at the University of New Hampshire to two ECAC championships. She went on to win both gold and silver Olympic medals and was eventually inducted into the U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame in 2014. She now wants to help you achieve greatness at APX Hockey.

“This is a program where you can come and get an hour of individual skill work, lots of repetition, along with some small area games, followed up by an hour in the weight room. In two hours, you can get a great workout in and it focuses a lot on individual skill but also working on shooting, stick-handling, passing and also three-on-three and small area games to work on gameplay,” said Bye about what a typical training session will look like within the APX program.

“I guarantee you that if you come in at the start here in April and put the effort in and push yourself to give 110% that there’s no question in my mind that you will see some big improvements,” she added. “I expect these girls to work hard but we will find time for some fun too. We do competitive games and like to make it fun where it’s not all constant work and too much of a grind and throw some fun in there too.”

There are currently two groups of girls programs at APX: the High School Tier and the High School Selects Tier. Typically, the high school tier is generally for ninth and tenth grade-level skaters while the selects tier is for older, more advanced skaters but any age can make it into the selects tier if they are dedicated, skilled, and competitive enough to put in the work to train with that group. Athletes are placed into the group that they will find the most success with.

In the State of Hockey, training programs are everywhere — facilities, camps, personal trainers, skating coaches. We offer those too. But that’s not what defines APX Hockey. Our success doesn’t come from what we teach; it’s about how we communicate with our athletes. Our culture sets us apart from everyone else.

At APX, we don’t rely on punishment or fear-based coaching. We reject negativity. Instead, we believe in the power of positive reinforcement and results-driven motivation. Mistakes are opportunities, not setbacks. Our athletes thrive because they embrace the challenge, fueled by encouragement and a clear path forward. Every workout, every ice session is demanding, ensuring our players stay passionate and hungry for more.

We take pride in who we bring into our culture. Through our scouting and admissions process, we hand-pick athletes who not only have the physical skills but embody the character and drive that align with our mission. Being a part of APX isn’t just about individual growth — it’s about committing to something bigger than yourself. Our players hold each other accountable and push each other to be better, creating an environment where personal success and team camaraderie go hand in hand.

To be a ‘South-Sider’ isn’t just about advancing your own game; it’s about committing to a culture of excellence. Here, every moment counts. We don’t wait for opportunities — we seize them. And that’s what makes APX Hockey more than just another training program. It’s a movement.

Hear from a few of our APX Athletes about why they love training with our program: