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Pre-CanSkate

The Pre-CanSkate program is a parent-free program designed for children aged 4 and 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 to accommodate younger skaters. 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 coach's direction, they can register at age 3 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:

  • Fall down and get up
  • Balance on 2 feet
  • Move forward
  • Make snow
  • Move backward
  • 2-foot twist
  • 360° march
  • 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

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 in Pre-CanSkate. Please read Skate Canada's helmet use policy.

Equipment Guidelines

At the Rink: Important Information for Parents

Dressing Rooms

To help parents and skaters easily find their assigned spaces, please note that the available dressing rooms will always be either rooms 6 and 9 or rooms 7 and 10. For your convenience, current dressing room assignments are displayed on the TV screens above the small ice viewing area, specifically on the second screen from the right. The assignments for each time slot will scroll through on this screen, ensuring everyone can check their location before heading in.

Viewing Guidelines for Parents

We strongly encourage all parents to remain inside the arena during their child’s ice time. This is important in case your skater experiences an injury or illness or needs to use the washroom. Please remember that coaches and Program Assistants (PAs) are not permitted to accompany skaters to the washroom; this responsibility remains with the parent or guardian.

Because the small ice surface is limited in size and can be quite chilly 🥶, we kindly ask that parents, siblings, and caregivers watch from the lobby. There is not enough room in the arena for everyone, and this arrangement helps minimize distractions, allowing skaters to focus on their lessons and enjoy their time on the ice.

Schedule Changes and Missed Classes

Please note that some ice times may be cancelled or rescheduled to accommodate the number of skaters registered. Make-Ups for Missed Classes: Skaters register for a specific session and, if they must miss a day, cannot be accommodated in another session unless this has been prearranged with a coach.

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Summer [2026]

Summer I – 1st Session

June 29-July 3 and July 6-10, 2026
10 classes
Day Monday to Friday
Ice Surface Large Ice
Time 4:00-4:30 PM
Cost* $135.00 for 2 weeks

Summer II – 2nd Session

July 13-17 and July 20-24, 2026
10 classes
Day Monday to Friday
Ice Surface Large Ice
Time 4:00-4:30 PM
Cost* $135.00 for 2 weeks

 

Add Additional Fee - Per Skater*

Skate Canada's annual membership fee of $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 remain with the club; it 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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