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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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Review the schedule to see if it works for you!

Cancellation dates listed at the bottom of the page. 

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.

2025/2026 Season

Winter Session

Dates
Locations
Times
Monday (January 5, 2026-March 9, 2026)
Adie Knox Arena
6:10pm - 7:00pm
Tuesday (January 6, 2026-March 10, 2026)
Forest Glade Arena
6:10pm - 7:00pm
Saturday (January 10, 2026-March 14, 2026)
Forest Glade Arena
12:25pm - 1:15pm
Sunday (January 11, 2025-March 15, 2026)
Forest Glade Arena
12:25pm - 1:15pm

CANSKATE 1-DAY PACKAGE - 1 DAY A WEEK

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

Session Offered
Session Type
Program Price
Canskate Monday
Winter Session
$230
Canskate Tuesday
Winter Session
$250
CanSkate Saturday
Winter Session
$230
CanSkate Sunday
Winter Session
$230

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

Prices are adjusted to reflect these cancellations.

Session
Mondays:
Monday October 13
Monday December 22
Monday December 29
Monday February 16
Tuesdays:
Tuesday December 23
Tuesday December 30
Saturdays:
Saturday December 27
Saturday January 3
Saturday January 24
Sundays:
Sunday October 12
Sunday December 27
Sunday January 4
Sunday January 25

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.