MEET THE COACHES
Ryan Johnson
Ryan Johnson
Ryan Johnson
My name is Ryan Johnson, and I am the proud owner and head instructor of, The Skating Treadmill, a dream project that combines my lifelong passion for hockey with my commitment to the Barrie community. Having called Barrie home for over 25 years, this city holds a special place in my heart.
Before pursuing my dream of opening a hockey tra
My name is Ryan Johnson, and I am the proud owner and head instructor of, The Skating Treadmill, a dream project that combines my lifelong passion for hockey with my commitment to the Barrie community. Having called Barrie home for over 25 years, this city holds a special place in my heart.
Before pursuing my dream of opening a hockey training facility, I served as a Police Officer with the Toronto Police. Transitioning from law enforcement to entrepreneurship has been an exciting journey, driven by my love for the sport and my desire to contribute to the development of young hockey talent.
My hockey journey began in Barrie, where I played minor hockey and was drafted to the Peterborough Petes in the OHL. I enjoyed a fulfilling five-year Junior A career in the OJHL before moving on to play at Brockport University in the NCAA. After my playing career ended, I dedicated myself to skill development and coaching, gaining over a decade of experience. I coached the Barrie AAA 2007-born team for five years, guiding them through their draft year and seeing ten players drafted to the OHL from our program. Following that, I served as the Video Coach for the Mississauga Steelheads in the OHL and am currently the Assistant Coach for the Collingwood Blues Jr A Hockey Team, the National Champions.
Currently, I own Gateway Hockey Development, which serves as the development hub for The Skating Treadmill. I am thrilled to bring this exciting venture to the beautiful city of Barrie and look forward to welcoming the community to our new facility soon!!
I am Hockey Canada High Performance Certified, and Development 1 & 2 Certified.
Troy Barss
Ryan Johnson
Ryan Johnson
Troy played his minor hockey in the Barrie AAA and Kingston AAA organization.
Troy played 3 seasons in the OJHL JR A league, followed by two major junior stints for both the Peterborough Petes OHL team and the Gatineau Olympiques QMJHL.
After his junior career, Troy played pro for the Wheeling Nailers of the ECHL and two seasons over in t
Troy played his minor hockey in the Barrie AAA and Kingston AAA organization.
Troy played 3 seasons in the OJHL JR A league, followed by two major junior stints for both the Peterborough Petes OHL team and the Gatineau Olympiques QMJHL.
After his junior career, Troy played pro for the Wheeling Nailers of the ECHL and two seasons over in the Division 1 Sweden league.
We are extremely happy to have Troy on board!
Kevin Klein
Ryan Johnson
Kevin Klein
Kevin Klein grew up in the Kitchener AAA program, before being drafted 22nd overall in 2000 by the St. Michael’s Majors OHL hockey team.
Kevin played 244 games in the OHL, amassing 120 points as a defenceman. Kevin was selected to participate in the CHL Top Prospect game in 2002/2003. Kevin won an OHL Championship in 2003/2004, as well as
Kevin Klein grew up in the Kitchener AAA program, before being drafted 22nd overall in 2000 by the St. Michael’s Majors OHL hockey team.
Kevin played 244 games in the OHL, amassing 120 points as a defenceman. Kevin was selected to participate in the CHL Top Prospect game in 2002/2003. Kevin won an OHL Championship in 2003/2004, as well as a Silver Medal for Team Canada at the World Junior Championship.
In 2003, Kevin was drafted to the NHL, 37th overall to the Nashville Predators. Kevin played 700 games in the NHL over 10 seasons for the Nashville Predators and the New York Rangers , amassing 124 points.
From 2017-2019, Kevin finished his playing career for the ZSC Lions in the Swiss league. Kevin won the Playoff MVP and won the league championship in his first season.