Parent & Tot

A parent supported 30 minute PreCanSkate class, this program is designed for our young ones ages 2-4yrs who can’t wait to get on the ice, but could benefit from the support of their parent or grown-up. Parents who are confident in their own skating abilities will join the class as a support and demonstrator for their young ones. Helmets are required on all participants (including adults) as per Skate Canada policy. Graduates of our Parent & Tot program will be ready to try PreCanSkate on their own, or progress to our CanSkate program, age dependent. CSA Approved Safety Helmets must be worn.

PreCanSkate

Our 30 minute entry-level program, PreCanSkate, is specially designed for beginners ages 3-5. By creating a positive and inclusive environment, we aim to build your child's confidence on the ice and foster a love of skating. Children will be placed into groups based on their abilities. Our NCCP Certified Skate Canada Coaches will lead the classes, assisted by volunteer Program Assistants. Together, they create an environment where learning to skate is fun! Our instructors use a play based model that will teach learning to stand, balancing, and moving both forwards and backwards on the ice with confidence. Skaters graduating from our PreCanSkate program will be ready for CanSkate. CSA Approved Safety Helmets must be worn.

CanSkate

CanSkate is Skate Canada’s flagship learn-to-skate program for beginners of any age that teaches fundamental movements and basic skills. Conducted in a fun, friendly environment, the CanSkate program showcases a comprehensive series of balance, control and agility skills, using a nationally-tested and proven curriculum that supports skater success in developing stronger basic skills on the ice. Whether you are looking to improve basic skating skills for figure skating,  hockey, ringette or speed skating, or  wish to skate for recreation, fitness or fun, CanSkate will get you there! CSA Approved Safety Helmets must be worn.

Teen & Adult CanSkate

Geared towards new skaters ages 13+ our Teen & Adult CanSkate program teaches fundamental movements and basic skills. Conducted in a fun, friendly environment, the CanSkate program showcases a comprehensive series of balance, control and agility skills, using a nationally-tested and proven curriculum that supports skater success in developing stronger basic skills on the ice. CSA Approved Safety Helmets must be worn.

Advanced Balance & Edges

 A ‘five week warm up’ camp run by our Program Director geared towards players looking to improve their skating skills for the season. Sessions will focus on proper form, edge control, and turn quality to generate speed and improve skating agility during game play. These five weeks are a great preparation for our 10-week winter PowerSkate course (run at the same time after Thanksgiving) giving players a solid foundation to build on during Winter Power classes.

PowerSkate

A ten week camp run by our Program Director geared towards improvement in Agility, Balance and Control. Skaters will work on edge quality, speed generation from turns, quality stops and starts as well as gain improvement in overall skating endurance. This action-packed, high energy instructional power skating program is geared to beginner hockey and ringette players ages 7-12.

IMPORTANT:  Full hockey gear, hockey sticks and CSA approved hockey helmets are required.

Hockey CanSkate

A ten week camp run by our Program Director geared towards improvement in Agility, Balance and Control. This program is geared to beginner hockey and ringette players ages 4-7 who have achieved a CanSkate Stage 2. The focus is on balance, power, agility, speed and endurance. Skills, techniques and conditioning drills are taught in a progressive format that emphasizes how the skills apply to game situations.

IMPORTANT:  Full hockey gear, hockey sticks and CSA approved hockey helmets are required.

Fast Track

Fast Track is a two day a week program designed for skaters ages 4-7 who have completed CanSkate Stage 2 and are interested in progressing quickly through their CanSkate levels. Skaters participate in any 1 day of our CanSkate program plus a second day of group lessons with our STAR coaches to prepare for the PreSTAR program. Skaters interested in this program should contact our administrator to arrange for assessment. This program is by invite only.

PreSTAR Group

PreSTAR is a two day a week program designed for skaters ages 5-12 who have completed CanSkate Stage 4 and are interested in pursuing Figure Skating. Skaters participate in two days of group lessons with our STAR coaches to prepare for the STAR 1 Group Program. Skaters interested in this program should contact our administrator to arrange for assessment. This program is by invite only.

STAR 1 Group

STAR 1 Group is a minimum two day a week program designed for skaters who have achieved a minimum of CanSkate Stage 5 and are ready to pursue Figure Skating and work on their STAR 1 tests - Dance, Skills and Freeskate. Skaters will receive two on ice group lessons from our STAR Coaches, including a stroking session and 1 off ice training session per week.

FUNdamentals

This is an introductory Figure Skating program designed for skaters age 7 to 12 who have passed CanSkate Stage 3. This program is specifically tailored for those skaters who wish to learn the fundamentals of Figure Skating while completing their CanSkate levels. This is a recreational one day program. Skaters will work towards entry into the STAR 1 Group Program.