CanSkate Programs
Pre-CanSkate
Pre-CanSkate is for skaters 10 years and younger who have no experience skating, or cannot stand or move on ice yet. (Must be 4 years old by the start of the program.) IF your skater is over 10 years of age, the Adult/TeenSkate program is available for beginners.
Skaters will learn in a group format and be introduced to basic skating skills and movements. The skaters will progress in a fun, friendly, and high energy environment, working on skills like balancing, falling/standing, and moving forward. Once a skater has completed the program they will move on to CanSkate.
Skaters in a 10 (or longer) week program will receive an assessment at the end of the season.
Check here for required equipment info!
Skates (preferably hockey or figure, not plastic), CSA Hockey Helmet (cage recommended), gloves, and warm clothing (skaters will spend a lot of time on the ice, dress to allow movement and warmth)
Parent n' Tot
Parent n' Tot is a program that allows children aged 3 onto the ice with a parent or guardian. Coaches will assist the parent/guardian in teaching their skaters the basics of skating while participating in a group.
Parent n' Tot is meant to be a positive first experience for new skaters, to develop the confidence needed to explore and learn skating basics. This is a hands on class for parents and guardians, who must be prepared to get down on the ice with their little one.
Skaters in a 10 week program will receive an assessment at the end of the season.
Children must be three years old by the start date of the program.
Parents/Guardians must be registered in Parent n' Tot Parent Registration and covered by a Skate Canada Insurance fee, prior to stepping on the ice. Skates are mandatory for parents. Insurance is not transferable between parents. CSA Approved helmets are REQUIRED on the ice, unless approved by the coach.
Check here for required equipment info!
Skates (preferably hockey or figure, not plastic), CSA Hockey Helmet (cage recommended), gloves, and warm clothing (skaters will spend a lot of time on the ice, dress to allow movement and warmth)
CanSkate
CanSkate is a program for children of all ages who have completed the PreCanSkate program.
This program focuses on fun, participation, and basic skill development. Lessons are given in a group format by an NCCP Coach and assisted by trained Program Assistants.
Skaters progress at their own rate and will learn and develop fundamental movement skills from three categories: Agility, Balance, and Control. Sessions are high energy and include lots of opportunity for movement and challenges.
Skaters who complete stage 3 can either move into the Intro to Figure Skating Program (see below) or CanPowerSkate. Skaters are welcome to stay in the CanSkate program until completion (stage 6).
Skaters in a 10 week program will receive an assessment at the end of the season.
Check here for required equipment info!
Skates (preferably hockey or figure, not plastic), CSA Hockey Helmet (cage recommended), gloves, and warm clothing (dress to allow movement and warmth)
Teen Skate
Teen Skate is for skaters age 10 years and older, who want to learn to skate or brush up on their skills. Skaters in this program do not need to have any skating experience. This shares ice with other programs.
Check here for required equipment info!
Skates, CSA Hockey Helmet, gloves, and warm clothing (dress to allow movement and warmth)
Intro to
Figure Skating
Intro to Figure Skating (formerly STARSkate Prep) is a bridge program that continues to develop CanSkate elements as skaters also prepare to enter STARSkate 1 (figure skating).
Skaters in this program will typically be working on CanSkate stages 4-6, while being introduced to figure skating concepts and terms.
Skaters who complete CanSkate stage 6 will be invited to move into the STARSkate program.
Skaters in a 10 week (or longer) program will receive an assessment at the end of the season.
Check here for required equipment info!
Skates (figure skates preferred), CSA Hockey Helmet, gloves, and warm clothing (dress to allow movement and warmth)