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Welcome to the CanSkate Program! CanSkate is a dynamic learn-to-skate program developed by Skate Canada, the national governing body for figure skating in Canada. It is designed to teach skaters from ages 5 years and up the basic skills needed to enjoy the sport of skating, whether for recreation, fitness, or competition. CanSkate focuses on the development of fundamental movement skills such as balance, agility, and control, all while fostering a love for skating for both beginner and experienced skaters.

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Please note: We offer multiple family discounts. 15% off the second skater program price, and 20% off the third or more skater program price.
The discount will be applied to the lowest priced programs.

Winter Session

Dates
Locations
Times
Monday (January 6, 2025 - March 17, 2025)
Adie Knox Arena
6:10pm - 7:00pm
Tuesday (January 7, 2025 - March 18, 2025)
Forest Glade Arena
6:10pm - 7:00pm
Saturday (January 4, 2025 - March 15, 2025)
Forest Glade Arena
12:25pm - 1:15pm
Sunday (January 5, 2025 - March 16, 2025)
Forest Glade Arena
12:25pm - 1:15pm

CANSKATE PROGRAMS - 1 DAY A WEEK

The following prices do not include the Skate Canada Fee of $62.00, if applicable.

Session Offered- Cost for 1 day
Full Season
Winter Session
Monday CanSkate
$450
$230
Tuesday CanSkate
$470
$250
Saturday CanSkate
$470
$250
Sunday Canskate
$470
$250

CANSKATE 2-DAY PACKAGES - 2 DAYS A WEEK

The following prices do not include the Skate Canada Fee of $62.00, if applicable.

Session Offered
Program Price
CanSkate 2 Days a Week (Winter Session)
$380

Cancellation Dates

Session
Session
Mondays:
October 14, 2024
December 23, 2024
December 30, 2024
February 17, 2025
March 10, 2025
Saturdays:
December 7, 2024
December 28, 2024
January 25, 2025
Tuesdays:
December 24, 2024
December 31, 2024
March 11, 2025
Sundays:
December 8, 2024
December 29, 2024
January 26, 2025

Program Structure

Pre-CanSkate is a learn to skate program designed for skaters 3 to 5 years of age that have never skated before or have little skating experience.

The CanSkate program is for skaters 5 years and older and the curriculum is organized into three Fundamental Areas, divided into six stages of learning.

The Fundamental Areas are:

AGILITY: Concentrating on most turning and jumping skills

BALANCE: Concentrating on most forward skills, pushing technique and edges.

CONTROL: Concentrating on most backwards skills, stopping and speed elements.

These are the ABC’s of the CanSkate Program.

The awards consist of:

Three Fundamental Area ribbons for each Stage

Six Stage Badges

To receive a stage badge, skaters must achieve all Fundamental Area ribbons (Balance, Control and Agility) from the corresponding stage. The skill requirements for each Fundamental are indicated on the progress report card.
Skate Canada Awards

Why Join CanSkate?

Skill Development

CanSkate teaches skaters fundamental skating skills such as forward and backward skating, stopping, turning, and jumping.

Confidence Building

Mastering new skills on the ice helps boost skaters’ confidence and self-esteem.

Figure Skating Preparation

CanSkate provides a solid foundation for skaters who wish to pursue figure skating or other skating disciplines.