Programs

LEARN TO SKATE PROGRAM                  

All skaters must be 3 years of age or over as of September 1, 2008 

A
A "Learn to Skate" Program of Skate Canada. Skaters progress through levels at their own pace. CanSkate A teaches the first 3 levels of Skate Canada's badge system. Skaters must wear helmets and gloves. No skate rentals available, must have own skates.

B
A "Learn to Skate" Program of Skate Canada. Skaters progress through levels at their own pace. CanSkate B skaters continue to progress through levels 4 through 7 of Skate Canada’s badge system at their own pace. Skaters will have the opportunity to learn a "solo" program or routine to further develop their skating skills. Skaters must wear figure skates, helmets and gloves. No skate rentals available, must have own skates.

PrePowerSkate
A "Learn to Skate" Program of Skate Canada. PrePowerSkate is for beginning/future hockey/ringette players wishing to enhance beginner's hockey skills and speed. Offered during CanSkate A Sessions and follows Skate Canada's badge system. Skaters should wear hockey skates and gear. No skate rentals available, must have own skates.

YouthSkate
A "Learn to Skate" Program of Skate Canada designed for ages 9 and up. Learning activities and badge structure will reflect the more mature attitude of the skaters in this program. No skate rentals available, must have own skates.

 
Junior Academy
Entry Level Program in STARSkate Program (Working on Preliminary Freeskate).

CanPowerSkate
Open to all minor hockey/ringette skaters, and those skaters wishing to enhance skating skills and speed. Skaters should wear hockey skates and gear.

Adult Skate
Skaters must be 16 years of age or over. Program offers a non-structured environment to adults wishing to learn to skate or improve on existing skills. Private/group instruction available.

CANSKATE LEVELS/BADGES

Movement Level/Badges

Stage 1 - Balance
Stage 2 - Glide Forward
Stage 3 - Glide Backward
Stage 4 - Edges
Stage 5 - Power
Stage 6 - Speed
Stage 7 - Pre-Preliminary

Skill Level/Badges

Go Forward
Go Backward
Stop
Turn
Spin
Jump

Fitness Level/Badges

Fitness I
Fitness II