Beginner Adult / Teen CanSkate
Beginner Adult/Teen CanSkate is a learn to skate program tailored to teens and adult participants. This readiness program is for participants who have never skated before or who are not confident with their balance on the ice. Skaters will learn how to get up and stand on the ice with balance, move forward, move backwards and stop. Skaters require a CSA-approved hockey helmet. Skaters will learn how to skate or enhance their existing skating skills in a fun and comfortable learning environment.
Sessions include group instruction tailored to individual skating ability. Our Adult/Teen CanSkate sessions are instructed by Skate Canada Certified Professional Coaches and delivered in a group format. All ice and coaching costs are included in the registration price.
Typically offered in the Fall semester.
Adult / Teen CanSkate
Adult/Teen CanSkate is a learn to skate program tailored to teens and adult participants. This is a dynamic learn-to-skate program that focuses on fun, participation and basic skill development. Skaters will learn a series of balance, control and agility skills taught in six stages. Adult/Teen CanSkate is for participants who can get up and stand on the ice with balance, and move forward. This class focuses on individual development, with the skills focus on stops, balance, control and agility. Skaters require a CSA-approved hockey helmet. Skaters will learn to enhance their existing skating skills in a fun and comfortable learning environment. Sessions include group instruction tailored to individual skating ability. Our Adult/Teen CanSkate sessions are instructed by Skate Canada Certified Professional Coaches and delivered in a group format. All ice and coaching costs are included in the registration price.
StarSkate
STAR (STAR 1-5) is a figure skating program suited for skaters that have successfully completed Junior Academy, Intro to Figure Skating or CanSkate Stage 6 and want to take the next step. Skaters entering Junior STAR build on skills acquired in CanSkate Stage 6, further developing and refining fundamental figure skating skills. The goal of this program is to train skaters for successful completion of the STAR 1-5 assessments in:
- Skills: edges, turns, power and field moves;
- Freeskate: jump and spin technique as well as the introduction of programs to music; and
- Ice Dance: dance steps and technique, pattern dances, timing and carriage.
- Synchronized Skating: elements performed by a group of skaters that will include timing, power, balance, control, and spatial orientation.
The StarSkate program is based on the principles of the Learn to Train stage of development described in Skate Canada’s Long Term Athlete Development (LTAD) model. Skaters are encouraged to acquire a skill set that will allow them to reach the highest level of proficiency that their unique talent and commitment will allow. The importance of coaching and strong technical development is critical at this stage.
Skaters entering this program (STAR 1) should participate in two (2) on-ice sessions and one (1) off-ice session per week. By the end of this program (STAR 5), skaters should participate in four (4) on-ice sessions and two (2) off-ice sessions per week.
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