CanSkate

CanSkate is a fun, action-packed program that teaches the fundamental skating skills needed for hockey, ringette, speed skating, figure skating—or just skating for fun! Developed by Skate Canada, it follows long-term athlete development principles to build confidence, balance, and agility.

For beginners of all ages, children or adults, as well as for those wishing to improve their basic skills whether their focus be for figure skating, hockey, speed skating or just skating for fun.

What Makes CanSkate Different?

• Taught by NCCP-trained, certified coaches with the help of program assistants.
• Uses a nationally tested curriculum proven to help skaters learn faster and better.
• Focuses on balance, control, and agility through six progressive stages.

What to Expect

• High-energy sessions with music, teaching aids, and fun activities.
• Group lessons with a max coach-to-student ratio of 1:10.
• Skaters progress at their own pace in a motivational environment.
• Badges, ribbons, and report cards to celebrate progress (distributed twice per skating season – December and May).