CanSkate

CanSkate is a learn-to-skate program for ages 5 and up. No matter your skill level this is a program that offers the ability to advance your skating skills and techniques. Our programs are emphasized on fun and continuous movement while learning skills at the same time. This program will benefit all types and levels of skaters from the recreational skater to the figure skater to the hockey player who need that extra time to master their technique before moving to the next program. Skaters are grouped according to age and skill level with 10 skaters per group with assistance from our trained Program Assistants for our beginner skaters.

Lesson Structure

CanSkate focuses on the development of seven stages of learning. The skills are arranged in progressions, from very simple to the more complex with each stage having a primary focus (Balance, Go Forwards). Once the skills in each stage have been mastered, a badge is awarded for the hard work they have done. The length of the lesson is 45 minutes and we offer private & semi-private lessons in addition to group lessons.

Stage 1 - Balance
Stage 2 - Glide Forwards
Stage 3 - Glide Backwards
Stage 4 - Edges
Stage 5 - Power
Stage 6 - Speed
Stage 7 - Spin, Spiral, Jump

Dress & Equipment Code

For CanSkate we recommend that you purchase single bladed, leather lace up skates rather than the moulded skates. DO NOT purchase the style of skates that have one or two straps instead of the laces or double bladed bobbin skates. CSA approved hockey or skating helmets are MANDATORY. No bicycle helmets, trailing scarves, elbow or knee pads required. When purchasing new or used skates, please make sure to sharpen them as they DO NOT come sharpened.

Recommended Skate Shops

United Cycle: 10323 - 78 Avenue
Pro Skate: 16972 - 111 Avenue or 9212 - 51 Avenue
Please purchase and sharpen skates only at these shops as they are trained professionals that will properly fit your skaters with the proper skates.

More information at Skate Canada.

CanSkate

Program (Per Skater)	12 weeks = $119.00	24 weeks = $208.00
Skate Canada Membership Fee (Non-Refundable)	$30.00/skater	$30.00/skater
Total	$149.00	$238.00
Fundraiser Cheque Deposit (Post dated March 1, 2011) Click here for more information	$100.00/family Separate cheque	$100.00/family Separate cheque
Annual General Meeting Deposit (Post dated March 1, 2011) Click here for more information	$25.00/family Separate cheque	$25.00/family Separate cheque
Note: NSF Cheques	$25.00	$25.00