Learn to Skate

ST.Norbert Community Centre Skating School

We are pleased to be offering Skate Canada's official learn to skate program CanSkate! All our classes are taught by NCCP certified coaches.

CanSkate Important Info

Registration begins September 1, 2024 for the Fall 2024-Winter 2025 session

Please Note: All NON-CATCHMENT MEMBERS are charged and additional fee of $50.00 per registrant.

Parents/Guardians are not permitted on the ice unless they pay the Skate Canada Membership fee. The regular CanSkate class is designed to be a non - parented program.

All on ice participants who have not completed Stage 5 CanSkate or higher (or equivalent skating ability) are required to wear a CSA approved Hockey Helmet.

Parent/ Guardians are required to stay on site for the duration of the class.

St. Norbert Catchment members reside within the red boundary lines on the map below. If you reside outside that area the $50 non catchment member fee applies.

Who is CanSkate for?

It is a dynamic group learn to skate program for children 4+ years old. All ages and stages are taught on the same session but split up into 3 stations. We maintain a 10:1 skater to coach ratio

What is taught?

The CanSkate program teaches Balance, Control and Agility skills broken down into 6 Stages with ribbons and badges awarded for each stage accomplished. The skills covered in the program prepare skaters for a lifetime of fun skating and a future in Hockey, Ringette, Speed Skating, or Figure Skating.

What Equipment is required?

1) CSA approved Hockey Helmet. (Must have a valid CSA Approved sticker on the back)

2) Proper fitting skates (hockey or figure skates) with good ankle support. We do NOT recommend plastic or adjustable skates. Remember to get the skates sharpened prior to the first class.

3)Mittens or gloves and warm layers of clothing that allow for good movement.

Proper fitting equipment is essential to a positive skating experience. Skate sizes do not run the same as shoe sizes so be sure that your child is wearing the correct size. We highly recommend a skate that laces up (NOT clips, Velcro or dials to tighten). The laces allow the skate to be tighten properly to provide support.

A quick check is to have your child walk across a skate safe floor in skates. Look at their ankles are they able to hold them upright while they walk? A proper fitting skate that supports the ankles is essential to being able to have a positive experience while learning to skate.

To learn more about Skate Canada's Official programs click here

Winter Session (8 Weeks) - Parent & Tot (Pre-CanSkate) * New*

30 minutes in duration

This class is for children ages 2-5 years old with little or no previous experience on the ice. A adult who can skate must accompany the child on the ice.

January 15- March 5, 2025 Wednesdays 5:15-5:45 PM.

Session cost: SNCC Members $100 + 58.70 Annual Skate Canada Membership Fee

Non Members $150 + 58.70 Annual Skate Canada Membership Fee

(Class cost includes 1 designated on-ice adult Skate Canada Membership fee)

Fall/Winter Session - Introduction to Figure Skating

45 minutes in duration

Prerequisite: Must have passed Stage 3 CanSkate

Wednesdays 5:15-6:00 PM. Session is 22 weeks, running Sept.25- March 5th, 2025.

Session cost $278.70.(Includes Skate Canada Membership fee)

Fall / Winter & Winter Only CanSkate (Stage 1-6)

45 minutes in duration for children ages 4-12 years.

This is a non-parental class.

Winter Class - Wednesdays 4:30-5:15 PM. Session is 11 weeks, December 11- March 5, 2025

Session cost $100 (+ $58.70 Skate Canada Annual Membership fee + $50 for Non catchment Members )

Fall/Winter Class - Wednesdays 5:45-6:30 PM. Session is 22 weeks, running Sept. 25 - March 5, 2025.

Session cost $278.70 (Includes Skate Canada Membership fee) + $50 for Non catchment Members

Frequently Asked Questions

Can my child use a skate trainer/push bar?

No, in the CanSkate program our goal is to help skaters to develop balance, agility and control. We do not allow the use of push bars in the class. Our first goal is to teach the basic skill of balance which is needed for all other skills taught.

Are Parents allowed on the ice?

Yes, each individual on the ice must be registered with Skate Canada as a member for insurance purposes to be allowed on the ice. All individuals must wear skates and a CSA approved hockey helmet during the session. Helmet exceptions can be made if able to provide proof of equivalent skating ability of Stage 5 CanSkate.

Questions?

For more information or if you have questions about this program please email our CanSkate Coordinator Beth at can_skate@stnorbertcc.ca

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