Peak Goaltending
Professional goalie coaching in Vancouver, BC — built on firsthand experience, not theory. With WHL, professional, and NCAA playing experience, I understand what it takes to succeed in net: the pressure, the adversity, the confidence swings, and the mental game that separates good goalies from great ones.
See Our Services Meet Our CoachesPrivate & Small Group Goalie Lessons
2–3 goalies per session. Personalized one-on-one and small group goalie training with maximum reps and individual feedback. Ideal for focused skill development at any level.
Learn moreSemi-Private Goalie Training
4–6 goalies per session. A balance of personalized attention and peer learning. Great for goalies who thrive with friendly competition and group energy.
Learn moreGoalie Camps & Clinics
8–10 goalies maximum. Intentionally capped to ensure quality instruction — no overcrowded sessions. Perfect for summer camps, spring break programs, and seasonal skill development.
Learn moreOff-Ice Goalie Training
Turf field & gym-based sessions. Build the athleticism goalies need: movement, lateral quickness, strength, conditioning, mobility, and hand-eye coordination. Train like a pro, off the ice.
Learn moreWhy peak Goaltending?
Most goalie coaches teach from textbooks. Jesse teaches from experience — he’s still playing the game at the NCAA Division I level while coaching the next generation of goalies across Vancouver and the Lower Mainland.
real world experience
expert goaltending
Training from a coach who has faced elite shooters in the WHL, competed professionally in Europe, and trained alongside NHL goalies like Thatcher Demko and Braden Holtby.
Intentionally small sessions — no overcrowded camps. Every goalie gets real reps, real feedback, and individualized coaching.
Equal focus on technical skills AND mental toughness. Confidence, composure, and resilience are trained, not just talked about.
Meet Your Coach
Jesse Makaj
- Founder & Head Goalie Coach
- WHL veteran (Kootenay Ice, Kamloops Blazers)
- Drafted 23rd overall in WHL Bantam Draft
- Ranked 18th among North American goalies for 2019 NHL Draft
- Currently playing NCAA Division I at Simon Fraser University
- VMHA Goalie Coach
What PLAYERS & Goalies Are Saying
Peak Goaltending is a new program built on Jesse’s years of playing and coaching experience. Real testimonials coming soon.
Owain
He helped me develop confidence
Jesse Makaj’s approach to goaltending has helped me develop confidence in my technical and mental abilities. I enjoy working and talking with him about goaltending to help me reach my peak.
Niko
Game-changing coaching
Jesse is a extremely great coach and has helped me develope my skills and performance. Would highly recommend Jesse if you want to take training to the next level and or improve your game.
Ari
Jesse is an experienced and professional coach
Jesse Makaj and Peak Goaltending took my skills, confidence and drive and threw them higher than I thought was possible. My dream of making a high level of hockey became a reality before my eyes. Jesse is an experienced and professional coach who has the knowledge, the ability and the resources to take anyone to their highest peak
Matt E.
I truly feel like he cares!
Jesse is awesome and can work with anyone, regardless of level of play or personality, and I truly feel like he cares about me and my journey and is invested in the process. His on-ice and off-ice training has translated really well to my game, helping me improve my physical ability, technique, and mental side, including keeping a strong mind and learning to read and anticipate the play. Because of this, I’ve been able to keep up with higher levels of hockey and players older than me, and Jesse has been a huge part of my growth as a goalie