Progams
OUR HISTORY SPEAKS FOR ITSELF - WE STRIVE TO KEEP CANADA OWNING THE ICE FOR GENERATIONS TO COME.
For more information on any of the below programs please go to the Skate Canada website at
https://skatecanada.ca/learn-to-skate/all-skating-programs/
PreCanSkate
This program is geared for children 3-4 years of age. This program teaches skating skills through the use of simple instruction, games and toys. The goal is to help skaters develop balance and coordination on ice, with the emphasis on having fun in a group format.
Please see Canskate for more information. These lessons are lead by a NCCP certified professional Skate Canada Coach.
Please see Canskate for more information. These lessons are lead by a NCCP certified professional Skate Canada Coach.
CanSkate
Canskate is the learn to skate program which all others are measured against.
CanSkate offers the best curriculum in Canada. Our flagship learn-to-skate program has taught millions of Canadians to reach their recreational and competitive goals on the ice.
The CanSkate program is geared to beginners of all ages…children, adults, newcomers to Canada and athletes with a disability (AWAD). 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.
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.
Millions of Canadians, including World and Olympic figure skating champions and National Hockey League stars, have taken their first steps on the ice with the CanSkate program. Offered at clubs and skating schools across Canada and delivered by NCCP coaches, CanSkate will help you realize your skating goals.
You will earn badges, report cards, and other incentives as you learn fundamental skating skills. Lessons are given in a group format and led by a NCCP certified Skate Canada professional coach. Professional coaches are assisted by trained Program Assistants. Skaters progress at their own rate and coaches make sessions active using teaching aids, music and a wide variety of activities to create a fun environment and promote learning.
CanSkate is the feeder program to all other Skate Canada Skating Programs.
CanSkate offers the best curriculum in Canada. Our flagship learn-to-skate program has taught millions of Canadians to reach their recreational and competitive goals on the ice.
The CanSkate program is geared to beginners of all ages…children, adults, newcomers to Canada and athletes with a disability (AWAD). 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.
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.
Millions of Canadians, including World and Olympic figure skating champions and National Hockey League stars, have taken their first steps on the ice with the CanSkate program. Offered at clubs and skating schools across Canada and delivered by NCCP coaches, CanSkate will help you realize your skating goals.
You will earn badges, report cards, and other incentives as you learn fundamental skating skills. Lessons are given in a group format and led by a NCCP certified Skate Canada professional coach. Professional coaches are assisted by trained Program Assistants. Skaters progress at their own rate and coaches make sessions active using teaching aids, music and a wide variety of activities to create a fun environment and promote learning.
CanSkate is the feeder program to all other Skate Canada Skating Programs.
Star Skate - Figure Skating
For more than a century, Skate Canada has been teaching Canadians how to figure skate while developing Olympic and world champions in every era.
Unique in Canada, this program teaches figure skating skills in a group and/or private lesson format in a progressive and sequential manner and includes specifically designed awards and incentives. Skaters have the opportunity to take Skate Canada tests through a nationally standardized testing system.
Skills, Tests, Achievement, Recognition - this is what STARSkate is all about!
Our STAR 1-5 program offers opportunities for skaters of all ages to develop fundamental figure skating skills in the areas of skills, freeskate, ice dance, and artistic, trained by professional Skate Canada certified coaches.
STAR 1-5
The STAR 1-5 program offers the best-in-class figure skating curriculum in Canada, targeting athletes looking for a future in the sport. Taught by Skate Canada NCCP coaches, the program introduces participants to the basic figure skating elements to create the foundation for singles, pairs, ice dance and synchronized skating.
All skaters in this program should have passed CanSkate Stage 4 or equivalent. Skaters may be any age. Adaptive skaters who have the required skating ability welcome.
STAR 6- GOLD
STAR 6- Gold is an assessment and event structure for skaters who completed the STAR 1-5 Program. This structure builds on the skills acquired in STAR 1-5 and introduces skaters to more advanced figure skating elements.
Unique in Canada, this program teaches figure skating skills in a group and/or private lesson format in a progressive and sequential manner and includes specifically designed awards and incentives. Skaters have the opportunity to take Skate Canada tests through a nationally standardized testing system.
Skills, Tests, Achievement, Recognition - this is what STARSkate is all about!
Our STAR 1-5 program offers opportunities for skaters of all ages to develop fundamental figure skating skills in the areas of skills, freeskate, ice dance, and artistic, trained by professional Skate Canada certified coaches.
STAR 1-5
The STAR 1-5 program offers the best-in-class figure skating curriculum in Canada, targeting athletes looking for a future in the sport. Taught by Skate Canada NCCP coaches, the program introduces participants to the basic figure skating elements to create the foundation for singles, pairs, ice dance and synchronized skating.
All skaters in this program should have passed CanSkate Stage 4 or equivalent. Skaters may be any age. Adaptive skaters who have the required skating ability welcome.
STAR 6- GOLD
STAR 6- Gold is an assessment and event structure for skaters who completed the STAR 1-5 Program. This structure builds on the skills acquired in STAR 1-5 and introduces skaters to more advanced figure skating elements.
Can Power Skate
Can PowerSkate is an action-packed, high energy instructional power skating program geared to hockey and ringette skaters that focuses 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. Can PowerSkate provides an alternative to figure skating and is an excellent complement for those athletes playing on hockey or ringette teams. Its unique skill award program provides incentives and motivation for skaters to continue to achieve.
Can PowerSkate is geared to skaters aged approximately seven or older who already have basic skating skills. Skaters must be able to skate forward and backwards with speed, stop on command without the use of the boards, and perform crossovers. If they cannot perform these tasks yet, we highly recommend CanSkate lessons first. For safety reasons participants should wear full hockey/ringette equipment that is CSA approved.
Can PowerSkate is the only nationally regulated power skating program in Canada. It was developed by a team of hockey, figure skating and ringette experts to teach the fundamentals of power skating in a progressive and sequential manner.
When you/your child registers for a Can PowerSkate program at your local Skate Canada club, you also become a member of Skate Canada, the national sport governing body for figure skating in Canada.
NOTE: The Can PowerSkate program is exclusive to Skate Canada and is available only to Skate Canada member clubs and sanctioned skating schools like ours. All participants must be registered with Skate Canada. Only Skate Canada member Coaches trained and certified at a Can PowerSkate Coaches course are qualified to instruct the Can PowerSkate program.
Can PowerSkate is geared to skaters aged approximately seven or older who already have basic skating skills. Skaters must be able to skate forward and backwards with speed, stop on command without the use of the boards, and perform crossovers. If they cannot perform these tasks yet, we highly recommend CanSkate lessons first. For safety reasons participants should wear full hockey/ringette equipment that is CSA approved.
Can PowerSkate is the only nationally regulated power skating program in Canada. It was developed by a team of hockey, figure skating and ringette experts to teach the fundamentals of power skating in a progressive and sequential manner.
When you/your child registers for a Can PowerSkate program at your local Skate Canada club, you also become a member of Skate Canada, the national sport governing body for figure skating in Canada.
NOTE: The Can PowerSkate program is exclusive to Skate Canada and is available only to Skate Canada member clubs and sanctioned skating schools like ours. All participants must be registered with Skate Canada. Only Skate Canada member Coaches trained and certified at a Can PowerSkate Coaches course are qualified to instruct the Can PowerSkate program.