CanSkate is Skate Canada's flagship learn-to-skate program designed for beginners of all ages. Badges and other incentives are awarded as skaters learn the fundamental movements and skating skills that are a vital part of any ice sport. No matter what skating avenue you choose to pursue (figure skating, hockey, ringette, or pleasure skating) learning to skate with excellence ensures a successful start.

The CanSkate program is a recreational program where skaters work through skill levels badges from Stage 1 through Stage 7. This is done at their own pace in group lessons. NCCP certified Professional Coaches, along with Skate Canada certified Program Assistants, work with skaters as they develop and learn the principles of speed, challenge, performance and agility. A report card provides an individual track of skills attained.

The CanSkate Professional Coach prepares fun, challenging and safe lessons for the appropriate age level. Activities such as circuits, drills, exercises, and reviews keep the skater moving. The coaching philosophy at the Wild Rose FSC is to ensure that each skater reaches their own personal goals while keeping the fun and enthusiasm of the sport in focus.

Stage Badges:                                                                     
Stage 1 - Balance                                                                                                 
Stage 2 - Glide Forward
Stage 3 - Glide Backward
Stage 4 - Edges
Stage 5 - Power
Stage 6 - Speed
Stage 7 - Pre-preliminary (optional)
                                           
Fundamental Movement Badges:
Go Forward
Go Backward
Stop
Turn
Spin
Jump

Fitness Badges:
I
II 

CSA APPROVED HOCKEY HELMETS ARE MANDATORY FOR ALL SKATERS UP TO AND INCLUDING STAGE 5.

Click here for the Skate Canada Helmet Policy.

 Visit www.thinkfirst.ca for more information on helmet use and injury prevention.


                                          Ice Time (September 20, 2011 - March 24, 2012)
 

Tuesday and Wednesday sessions include a 15 minute movement prep off-ice component

Tuesday 5:00pm - 6:00pm at Jack Setters Arena   (off ice 5:00-5:15pm)

Wednesday  5:30pm - 6:45pm at Fairview Arena   (off ice 5:30-5:45pm)

Saturday 11:30am - 12:15pm at Jack Setters Arena

Private lessons are available for additional cost; please make arrangements with a club coach.

Please see our current brochure for session and pricing details.