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Pre-CanSkate

The Pre-CanSkate program is a parent-free program designed for children aged 4 to 5 years who have never skated before or are not yet confident on the ice. This program teaches children the basics of getting up when they fall down, how to move forward, basic backward movement and how to stop.

Lessons are taught by Skate Canada-certified professional coaches and trained Program Assistants in a group format, so children must be somewhat independent and not require one-on-one supervision.

These sessions are shorter in length to accommodate the younger skater. Skaters will learn in an energetic and fun environment, using skating aids and toys to have a great time. If your child can focus for 30 minutes in a group setting under the direction of the coach, then they could register at 3 years old at the start of the program.

Skaters should be able to participate on the ice without a parent.

There are 8 basic skills for the skaters in this program:

  1. Fall down and get up
  2. Balance on 2 feet
  3. Move forward
  4. Make snow
  5. Move backward
  6. 2-foot twist
  7. 360° march
  8. 2-foot jump

How to dress for the ice:

  • long waterproof pants
  • waterproof mittens (NO hockey gloves)
  • warm jacket
  • No elbow pads, knee pads, or hockey gear

Note: Parents are strongly encouraged to remain in the arena in case of a skater's injury or illness, or to take their skater to use the washroom. Coaches and PAs are not permitted to take skaters to the washroom.

Equipment you will need:

  • Lace-up skates (we DO NOT recommend "Adjustable or Expandable" skates as they do not provide the support and fit needed to effectively learn skating).

  • A CSA-approved hockey helmet with a cage is mandatory. Please read Skate Canada's helmet use policy

  • CSA Helmet Update

    Skate Canada has announced a change to the Safe Sport – Helmet Use Policy

    Skaters must wear CSA-approved helmets from Stage 1 of the CanSkate program up to and including Stage 5, and at all times in the PowerSkate program.  Any exception to the use of a CSA-approved helmet must be provided by Skate Canada in writing. 

    Please send all exception requests to info@skatecanada.ca

Equipment Guidelines

Small Ice Surface

Some ice times may be cancelled and changed to accommodate the number of skaters registered.  Make-Ups for Missed Classes: Skaters sign up for a specific session and cannot be accommodated on another session if they must miss a day unless prearranged with a coach.

Register here

Fall [2025-2026]

LEVELS OF SKATING

Beginner - No previous skating experience. Skater is unable to stand or move on their own.

Advanced - Minimal skating experience. Skaters can stand by themselves and move across the width of the ice.

Level 3 - Skater can skate confidently forward and backward and stop as directed.

Fall Session - September 20 to December 11, 2025
Cost - 12 weeks for $163.00*

Monday
Pre-CanSkate | Mon AM | Beginner | FALL Monday 8:45-9:15 AM
Pre-CanSkate | Mon PM | Beginner | FALL Monday 1:30-2:00 PM
Tuesday
Pre-CanSkate | Tue AM | Beginner | FALL Tuesday 9:00-9:30 AM
Pre-CanSkate | Tue AM | Advanced | FALL Tuesday 9:30-10:00 AM
Pre-CanSkate | Tue AM | Level 3 | FALL Tuesday 10:00-10:30 AM
Pre-CanSkate | Tue PM | Beginner | FALL Tuesday 1:30-2:00 PM
Pre-CanSkate | Tue PM | Advanced | FALL Tuesday 2:00-2:30 PM
Pre-CanSkate | Tue PM | Beginner | FALL | 5:05-5:35 PM Tuesday 5:05-5:35 PM
Wednesday
Pre-CanSkate | Wed AM | Beginner | FALL Wednesday 8:45-9:15 AM
Pre-CanSkate | Wed PM | Beginner | FALL Wednesday 1:30-2:00 PM
Thursday
Pre-CanSkate | Thu AM | Beginner | FALL Thursday 9:00-9:30 AM
Pre-CanSkate | Thu AM | Advanced | FALL Thursday 9:30-10:00 AM
Pre-CanSkate | Thu AM | Level 3 | FALL Thursday 10:00-10:30 AM
Pre-CanSkate | Thu PM | Beginner | FALL Thursday 1:30-2:00 PM
Pre-CanSkate | Thu PM | Advanced | FALL Thursday 2:00-2:30 PM
Pre-CanSkate | Thu PM | Beginner | FALL | 5:05-5:35 PM Thursday 5:05-5:35 PM
Saturday
Pre-CanSkate | Sat AM | Beginner | FALL Saturday 11:00-11:30 AM
Pre-CanSkate | Sat AM | Advanced | FALL Saturday 11:30-12:00 AM

Add Additional Fee - Per Skater*

Skate Canada's annual membership fee is $61.65
(non-refundable and non-transferable)

  • INDIVIDUAL MEMBERSHIP
  • Annual Membership year - September 1 - August 31 (you will pay only once during a season, no matter how many sessions you register for).

When you/your child registers for a skating program at our club, you also become a member of Skate Canada, the national sport governing body for figure skating in Canada. Many advantages go with a Skate Canada membership, such as accident insurance, access to Skate Canada programs and materials, participation in interclub and invitational competitions and special member prices on merchandise from the online store.

Please note that your skater's information will be shared with Skate Canada through this website.

This fee does not stay with the club but is sent to Skate Canada in Ottawa. For more information about Skate Canada, visit www.skatecanada.ca.

ALL FEES ARE QUOTED IN CANADIAN DOLLARS

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