CanSkate
CanSkate is Skate Canada’s flagship learn-to-skate program for beginners of any age that teaches fundamental movements and basic skills. Conducted in a fun, friendly environment, the CanSkate program showcases a comprehensive series of balance, control and agility skills, using a nationally-tested and proven curriculum that supports skater success in developing stronger basic skills on the ice.
CanSkate Curriculum
Coaches
*CSA approved helmet is mandatory and skaters will need their own skates for this program.
For information on how to register, please email [email protected]
CanSkate Curriculum
- A comprehensive series of balance, control and agility skills designed to prepare skaters for all ice sports requiring skates, as well as recreational skating.
- National standardized assessment structure and proven curriculum, with delivery methods that support skater success.
- Designed for 90% continuous movement to maximize learning and practice time in a fun and active group setting.
- Easily adapted for skaters of all abilities.
Coaches
- Coaches certified by the National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP), trained in teaching the mechanics and proper technique of skating.
- Coaches are assisted by trained program assistants.
- Ensures a 1:10 coach/program assistant to skater ratio or lower.
*CSA approved helmet is mandatory and skaters will need their own skates for this program.
For information on how to register, please email [email protected]
