CANSKATE

This “learn to skate” program builds through 5 skating levels set out by Skate Canada.  The children receive instruction for 45 minutes once, twice or three times a week.  This program uses circuit training set up each session to teach specific skills and keep the skaters moving constantly.  They receive professional coaching and will also spend time with trained program assistants.  These assistants have been trained by the professional coach to assist in implementing the program as outlined by Skate Canada.  On ice, the professional coach maintains discipline with the assistance of the parents if necessary.  For safety reasons, all children must wear CSA approved helmets. The Canskate program commences in October and runs through till March.

TEST LEVEL

Test level skaters work independently toward tests according to their level of ability.  Other than the 15 minutes of stroking & edges/turns that are provided in your registration, all other lessons are arranged privately between the parent and the coach at a pre-arranged fee schedule.  These lessons can be private, semi-private or group depending on the situation.  The coach will provide advice about the lesson time recommended to achieve certain goals but parents decide how many lessons their child will have each week.  The coach bills each skater individually.