Join the Professional Hockey Performance Organization
PHPO is where strength coaches, sport scientists, and performance staff from pro hockey connect, share ideas, and support each other’s work.
If you’re part of the game, you belong here.
Be Part of the PHPO Community
Join a network built by the people who live this profession every day. Connect with others who understand the work, share your experience, and be part of the ongoing conversation shaping hockey performance.
Individual
Membership
Whether you’re a hockey performance professional working in any other league outside the NHL or AHL, part of a college hockey program, employed in the private sector or simply a student, sign up here.
This includes:
- Full access to the PHPO private community
- Verified member profile with role-based badge
- Access to member discussions, content, and events
- Participation in PHPO knowledge exchange and research
- Access to individual-member discussion groups
NHL & AHL
Membership
If you’re an NHL or AHL performance staff member, sign up here.
$39.98
This includes:
- Full access to the PHPO private community
- Verified member profile with NHL or AHL badges
- Access to member discussions, content, and events
- Participation in PHPO knowledge exchange and research
- Access to individual member discussion groups plus league specific groups
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions about PHPO membership, access, and eligibility.
What is PHPO?
PHPO (Professional Hockey Performance Organization) is a private, members-only community for hockey performance professionals. It exists to connect practitioners, share real-world knowledge, and advance the standards of elite hockey performance.
Who is PHPO for?
PHPO is for performance directors, strength & conditioning coaches, sport scientists, dietitians, and related professionals working in or pursuing careers in elite hockey environments, including professional, collegiate, and high-level development programs.
Is PHPO open to anyone?
PHPO membership is intended for serious professionals in hockey performance. Some membership tiers may require verification to ensure the quality and credibility of the community.
What do members get access to?
Members gain access to a private professional network, member directory, discussions, educational content, research sharing, events, and ongoing conversations specific to hockey performance.
Is this a certification or coaching program?
No. PHPO is not a certification, course, or training program. It is a professional organization and community designed to support knowledge exchange, collaboration, and career development.
How is PHPO different from social media or public forums?
PHPO is private, professional, and focused. Conversations are industry-specific, member-driven, and free from social media noise, self-promotion, or generic fitness content.
Are NHL and AHL staff members allowed to join?
Yes. PHPO includes professionals working across the NHL, AHL, NCAA, European leagues, and elite development programs. Certain membership options may be reserved specifically for league-affiliated staff.
Can I join if I’m early in my career?
Yes. PHPO welcomes emerging professionals who are serious about working in hockey performance and want access to experienced practitioners and professional-level discussion.
Does PHPO host events or conferences?
Yes. PHPO hosts educational events, discussions, and conferences designed specifically for hockey performance professionals, both online and in person.
How do I get access?
Click Get Access to view membership options and apply or join the PHPO community.
Ready to Be Part of the PHPO Community?
Connect with peers across the sport, contribute your experience, and stay involved in the conversations that matter to your work.
Join today and become part of the growing PHPO network.
