• For ages 3 – 5
• 30-minute learn-to-skate program introduces basic skating skills with the use of music, games and toys
• Groups are taught by professional Coaches with the help of Program Assistants.
• Skills – independent movement, gliding, balance
• The ratio of skaters to professional Coach is approximately 7:1.
• Next Step: CanSkate

• For ages 5 – adult
• Each 50-60 minute session includes: a warm-up period, 15 minutes of instruction by a professional Coach in a group lesson, work with a trained Program Assistant to practice the skills introduced by the professional Coach, followed by a cool-down period.
• A seven-stage system with skaters earning badges as they progress through each skill level. 
• Skaters are tested when they are ready – there are no specific test days for CanSkate skaters.

Skills Badges                      Movement Badges

• Stage 1 - Balance                  Go Forward
• Stage 2 - Glide Forward        Go Backward
• Stage 3 - Glide Backward      Stop
• Stage 4 - Edges                     Turn
• Stage 5 - Power                     Spin
• Stage 6 - Speed                     Jump
• Stage 7 - Pre-Preliminary 

The ratio of skaters to professional Coach is approximately 8:1.

Private lessons are available on all sessions (See Programs Handbook)

Skaters with a private Coach may participate in competitions featuring CanSkate stages

Next Step:  STARSkate Junior Program