Programs

From early steps on the ice, holding on to a parent’s hand, skating as a family activity, or moving on to other ice sports, skating offers a rich tapestry of experiences!

Each program is taught by professional coaches certified through the National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP). Our classes are held in a fun, safe and friendly environment that allows for unrestricted movement and rapid development.

With multiple programs geared toward different skill levels, our club has a program for skaters of all levels. Join us as we share our passion for skate in a

Learn to Skate (ages 3-5)

This program is geared towards new skaters, ages 3+ with no skating experience, who have never skated before or who are not yet confident alone on the ice. Skaters work on the basics of falling down and getting up, marching or moving forward and balancing on 2 feet. The Skaters are taught in group format in a fun and friendly environment, skaters participate in games and activities to encourage movement without fear.

Mandatory Equipment – Skates, gloves and a CSA approved hockey helmet

For More Information on what to wear and expect, watch Proper Equipment Video

***bike helmets will not be permitted on the ice

Parent & Tot

Our Parent & Tot program is geared towards new skaters, ages 2+ who have little or no skating experience and focuses on basic movements of falling down and getting up, marching or moving forward and balancing on 2 feet. The Skaters are taught in group format in a fun and friendly environment, skaters participate in games and activities to encourage movement without fear.

Each skater is required to have a parent/guardian (18+) accompany them and must be able to skate on their own and support their skater. The parent/guardian needs to be added as a skater at registration and pay the Skate Canada fee.

CanSkate

Levels 1,2 and 3

CanSkate now features a fresh look, new awards, improved tools for coaches and most importantly a tested and proven new curriculum and delivery methods that guarantee success in developing stronger basic skating skills and developing them faster. Designed for skaters with some experience. It also includes specific skills useful in hockey, ringette, speed skating and figure skating thereby preparing all skaters for virtually every ice sport.

Skaters progress through 6 levels of skills in the disciplines of Control, Agility and Balance.

Mandatory Equipment – Skates, gloves and a CSA approved hockey helmet.
For More Information on what to wear and expect, watch Proper Equipment Video

CanSkate Advanced

Levels 4,5 and 6

Can Skate Advanced is designed for skaters who have previously participated in approximately 2-3 Can Skate sessions and are close to successfully completing all Can Skate requirements. In this session, skaters will work towards completing their Can Skate requirements in order to move to the Star Skate sessions.

Skaters progress through 6 levels of skills in the disciplines of Control, Agility and Balance.

Mandatory Equipment – Skates, gloves and a CSA approved hockey helmet
For More Information on what to wear and expect, watch Proper Equipment Video

Intro to Hockey Skating Fundamentals

Skaters should have successfully passed CanSkate level 2 or equivalent before registering for this program (gliding, backwards skating, some stopping, some turns and balancing).

This program is designed to develop the core skating skills essential for hockey players, including control, speed, and stride mechanics. Skaters will engage in repetitive drills focused on edge work to instill strong habits that translate into effective game performance.

Key areas of focus include:

Edge Control: Repetition of edge drills to build solid skating foundations and correct positioning for maximum blade flow and power.
Crossovers: Mastering the ability to execute smooth, efficient crossovers for quick direction changes.
Backward Skating: Improving balance and control while skating backward, an essential skill for both defense and transition play.
Stopping: Practicing explosive and controlled stops to transition seamlessly between offense and defense.
Acceleration: Developing quick starts and burst speed for fast breakaways or sudden changes in pace.
Tight Turns & Transitions: Refining tight turns and transition maneuvers for maintaining speed and control during rapid direction changes.

Skaters will focus on precision and attention to detail, creating good habits that will serve them well in game situations. By continually building on these fundamentals, players will gain the confidence and technical skill needed to excel on the ice.

All skaters must wear a CSA approved hockey helmet with face mask, hockey gloves and a stick. Full equipment is recommended, but not necessary, the emphasis is on strong skating skills, power and stride

Advanced Hockey Skating Fundamentals

Skaters should have successfully passed the Intro to Hockey Skating Fundamentals Program (Formerly Power Skate 1).

Key areas of focus include:

Edge Control: Repetition of edge drills to build solid skating foundations and correct positioning for maximum blade flow and power.
Crossovers: Mastering the ability to execute smooth, efficient crossovers for quick direction changes.
Backward Skating: Improving balance and control while skating backward, an essential skill for both defense and transition play.
Stopping: Practicing explosive and controlled stops to transition seamlessly between offense and defense.
Acceleration: Developing quick starts and burst speed for fast breakaways or sudden changes in pace.
Tight Turns & Transitions: Refining tight turns and transition maneuvers for maintaining speed and control during rapid direction changes.

Star Skate Sessions

These stages introduce more complex skills and have a wide variety of programming based on an athlete’s desired pathway and commitment to figure skating. All Star Skate sessions offer group lessons daily taught by certified Skate Canada professional coaches. These sessions are for skaters working on the disciplines of Skills, Dance, Artistic and Freeskate.

All skaters have the opportunity to work with coaches in small groups or privately.

Skaters that have the drive to accelerate will participate in evaluations days, performance and testing days.

Star Skate (Level 1, 2 and 3)

Skaters in this session will have successfully completed all Can Skate requirements. Skaters in this session will be working towards passing all Star 1, 2 and 3 requirements. Movements from Can Skate to Star Skate 1-3 and movements from Star Skate 1-3 to Star Skate 4+ will be based on successfully completing all required levels and recommended by the coaches. These movements will be permitted on pre-determined dates, 3 times in the 2023/2024 season.

Each Star Skate 1-3 Session will include the following:

15 minutes SKILLS group lesson
15 minutes DANCE group lesson
15 minutes FREESKATE group lesson

The remaining ice time will be used for free skate elements and time for Private Lessons (contact your coach directly for all private lesson inquiries and bookings).

Star Skate (Levels 4+)

Skaters in this session will have successfully completed all Star Skate 1 – 3 requirements. Skaters in this session will be working towards passing all Star Skate levels 4 and up. Movements from Star Skate 1-3 to Star Skate 4+ will be based on successfully completing all required levels and recommended by the coaches. These movements will be permitted on pre-determined dates, 3 times in the 2023/2024 season.

Each Star Skate 4+ Session will include the following:

15 minutes SKILLS group lesson
15 minutes DANCE group lesson
15 minutes FREESKATE group lesson

The remaining ice time will be used for free skate elements and time for Private Lessons (contact your coach directly for all private lesson inquiries and bookings).

Edges, Turns and Conditioning

This dynamic program focuses on foundational skating including all edges, turns and field movements set to music. The sessions are divided into 3 parts, warm up, skill progression & development and lastly, cardio.

Coaches work on complex turns and variations of sequences that are adapted for each level of skater. This program is meant to elevate your technique and be in addition to your starskate or advanced Canskate session.