Learn to Skate Programs CanSkate, Pre-CanSkate, Parent & Tots
Our CanSkate program is 50-minutes in length and focuses on fun, participation and basic skills development. Lessons are taught in a group format by our NCCP Skate Canada Professional Coaches and our volunteer Program Assistants and focus on balance, control and agility. Skaters will receive ribbons and badges as the fundamental skills are achieved. Our coach to skater ratio is 1:10. Parents/guardians are required to stay at the rink side at all times during the skating lessons.
Skaters progress at their own rate and coaches make sessions fun and engaging by using props, fun music and games to promote learning. CanSkate is the feeder program to all other Skate Canada programs including CanSkate and CanPowerSkate.
THE CANSKATE PROGRAM
There are 3 fundamental movement stations in the CanSkate program.
Balance (forward strides, glides, edges, crossovers)
Control (backward skating & stopping)
Agility (turning, jumping, spinning)
Skaters are evaluated on an ongoing basis and are awarded ribbons and badges as they learn the required elements. There are 6 stage badges and 18 fundamental movement ribbons. Skaters must complete all three of the A,B,C's in order to receive their badge for that stage. Skaters may move up at the 10-week mark of each season or on coach recommendation.
Star Skate & Shooting Star
Shooting StarThe program is a bridge program between CanSkate & StarSkate. Skaters will work on completing Stage 5 & 6 of the CanSkate program, as well as start to learn some figure skating-oriented skills. Many of the Stage 5 & 6 skills are carried through the Star 1-10 program
-Skaters will continue to work through the Starskate program level assessments and tests. Skaters may be "team coached" with our club coaches but will still choose a primary base coach for the season. All coaching fees are billed directly by coaches at the end of the month.
StarSkate
Skaters will continue to work through the Starskate program- Star 2 through to their Gold level tests. Skaters may be "team coached" with our club coaches but will still choose a primary base coach for the season. All coaching fees are billed directly by coaches at the end of the month.
Our figure skating program features the following pathways to develop your full potential:
Skills: A discipline for assessments that allows skaters to explore turns, steps, field moves and more. Skills is the foundation to all other disciplines.
Singles (Freeskate): Single skating is where individual creativity shines through in the art of freeskate. It’s the most recognized form of our sport, showcasing personal style and athleticism on the ice.
Pairs: Two skaters join forces here to create a mesmerizing display of teamwork and skill. From lifts to throws, this discipline combines the beauty of technical ability and collaboration.
Ice Dance: Inspired by ballroom dancing, ice dance blends rhythm, athleticism and elegance, allowing skaters to express themselves through captivating performances set to some of your favourite songs.
Synchronized: Synchronized skating, or “synchro,” is a dynamic team discipline where groups of eight or more skaters move as one, executing beautifully fluid circles, blocks, lines, wheels and intersections to music. Open to all ages and skill levels, it celebrates unity and teamwork on and off the ice.
Artistic: This discipline allows skaters to show their artistry through movement, creativity, projection, and musicality.
Competition information will be coming out shortly
PowerSkate
PowerSkate
A 50-minute co-ed program taught by our NCCP Trained/Certified CanPowerSkate Professional Coaches. The CanPower program is endorsed by Hockey Canada as the National power skating program. This action packed, high-energy, instructional power skating program focuses on power, balance, agility, speed and endurance. Skills, techniques and Full hockey equipment is recommended but not requiredconditioning drills are taught in a progressive format
