Parent & Tot- Please email for inquires
A 30 minute program intended to provide exposure to skating for children ages 3 and 4 who have never been on the ice before. It provides an opportunity for skaters to be in the presence and comfort of their parent, or an adult over the age of 18, while experiencing the joys and challenges of balance and control. We provide music, toys, teaching aids and coach guidance to promote a safe and enjoyable experience for both you and your child. Adults accompanying the children need to be proficient skaters. There must be one adult per one child. All participants must provide their own skates. Tots must provide their own hockey helmets with face masks. Please note that for the parent to be insured an additional Skate Canada Fee and Safe Sport Fee must be paid at registration.
PreCanSkate-
A 30 minute program for skaters ages 4 years old. This program is designed to develop balance, coordination and rhythm though the use of music, to introduce the correct technique for forward skating, backward skating, stopping, turning, and jumping. The program also includes theme days, a family skate and Skate Canada achievement awards. All program instructors are NCCP certified professional coaches.
CanSkate
Recommended for skaters ages 5-12 years old. Participants earn Skate Canada ribbons and badges starting at Stage 1 and work their way to Stage 6 as they progress through the CanSkate system. Skaters are taught the fundamentals of Balance, Agility and Control in a group format by NCCP certified professional coaches and trained Program Assistants. These sessions are for beginner skaters and returning skaters who have not passed Stage 6. CanSkate also includes regular theme days and a family skate. This program prepares skaters for figure skating, hockey, ringette, or recreational skating. Private lessons are available (a list of Professional Coaches is available on our website).
Adult & Teen Learn-to-Skate
Beginner skaters from 13 years of age and older.
- Badge levels 1 to 6.
- Skaters will be on the ice for 45 minutes each skating day.
- The fundamentals of skating are taught, preparing skaters to begin figure skating, hockey, or recreational skating.
- Skaters are grouped by age and/or ability and progress through a Badge Program.
- Testing is done on an ongoing basis and groups may be re-organized during the season.
- Skaters must wear a CSA approved "hockey" helmet.
Power & Skill Development
The program has been designed to focus on the development of basic balance & control of edges, forward and backward skating, stops & turns. Recognizing that skating is a foundational skill for hockey and ringette, this program allows for the opportunity to focus on skating outside of the game and practice. The program is designed to allow flexibility for progression or an increase in intensity as needed, to cater to the level of skaters in the program. Participants will be assessed based on a continuum of development that will indicate skills at an early moderate or advanced stage of development. Teaching and developing the proper skating technique is the main focus of this program. All skaters must have passed Stage 4 or equivalent. Participants will be on the ice for 45 minutes and require to wear full CSA approved hockey helmet and equipment.
GroupStar & Star 1
Taught in a group format this program is recommended for skaters who have passed Stage 4 CanSkate and/or show an interest in pursuing figure skating. At this level, skaters will be introduced to STAR 1. Parents also have the options of private lessons.
Star 2 - Gold
STAR 1-2 - Designed for skaters who have participated in CanSkate and GroupStar or have been assessed by our coaching staff. The program includes a group lesson at each session. At this level skaters begin testing STAR 1- 2 and are also eligible to showcase their skills at competitions. All skaters must have a Private Coach.
STAR 3-5 - Designed for skaters working towards STAR 3 or above Freeskate and Skills. All sessions include skills, stroking, freeskate and dance. As an Star 3-5 skater, opportunities are available to be assessed on STAR 3-5 and enter skating competitions.
STAR 6-10 - Designed for skaters working towards STAR 6 or above Freeskate and Skills. All sessions include skills, stroking, freeskate and dance. Opportunities are available to test STAR 6 and above and to enter skating competitions