To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience, participants must bring the following:
If additional equipment is required for specific programs (e.g., Power Skate, Hockey Tykes), details will be provided in the program description, your registration receipt, and parent information letter.
For the safety of all participants and coaches, we kindly ask you to follow these guidelines:
Entry and Exit: All skaters must use the dressing room entrances to access and leave the ice.
Coach Assistance: Coaches will meet children in the dressing rooms and escort them onto the ice.
Ice Doors: All doors to the ice surface must remain closed during lessons.
Spectator Viewing: Caregivers are required to watch lessons from designated spectator areas:
Ice Access: Only adults participating in Parent & Tot classes may be on the ice, unless specifically requested by a Skate Instructor.
Accompanying Adults: One parent or caregiver is permitted on the ice with their child.
Restricted Items: Strollers, car seats, and siblings are not allowed on the ice.
Appropriate Attire: Adults must wear warm clothing, gloves, and non-slip boots or runners (no skates). Ice cleats and CSA-approved helmets are highly recommended.
Safety Precaution: To minimize the risk of injury, please avoid picking up small children while on the ice. Keep their skates firmly on the ice at all times.
| Level | Parent & Tot | Preschool | Youth 1 | Youth 2-6 | Teens & Adults | ||
| Duration | 30 min | 30 min | 30 min | 45 min | 45 min | ||
| Age | 2.5-4 | 3-5 | 6-12 | 6-12 | 12+ |
Parent & Tot Preschool Child and Youth Specialty Skating Teen and Adult
Ages 2.5 – 4
Parent & Tot 1 (30 min)
For children who have never skated and are unable to stand on the ice unattended. Full parent participation is required. We will learn how to stand on our own and march across the ice through games and songs.
Parent & Tot 2 (30 min)
For children who can stand on their own and march across the ice. Through games and songs, children learn how to glide, make snow, jump and more! Full parent participation is required.
Ages 3 – 5
Level 1 (30 min)
This program is for first time skaters who are unable to stand on the ice unassisted. Please come prepared to be on the ice for the first three classes. After the third class, the expectation is that participants will be on the ice independently (unless specifically requested by the instructor).
Level 2 (30 min)
This program is for participants who are able to stand unassisted, march, and glide. Some of the skills learned in level 2 include: transfer of weight, L push, 2-foot jump/glide, scraping left/right, and backward march. Important note: Register in Preschool 1 if your child is new to skating. Preschool 2 is not an introductory class for first time skaters.
Level 3 (30 min)
This program is for participants who are able to L push, 2-foot jump/glide, scrape left/right, and backward march. Some of the skills learned in level 3 include: snowplow stop, alternating V push, forward 1-foot glide, backward 2-foot glide, and walking crossovers.
Level 4 (30 min)
This program is for participants who are able to snowplow stop, alternating V push, forward 1-foot glide, backward 2-foot glide, and walking crossovers. Some of the skills learned in level 4 include: intro to 2-foot side stop, intro to crossovers, 2-foot turns and jumps.
Ages 6 – 12
Level 1 (30 min)
This program is for first time skaters who are unable to stand on the ice unassisted. On an individual basis, the instructor may ask caregiver for assistance on the ice.
Level 2 (45 min)
This program is for participants who are able to stand unassisted, march, and glide. Some of the skills learned in level 2 include: transfer of weight, L push, 2-foot jump/glide, scraping left/right, and backward march.
Level 3 (45 min)
This program is for participants who are able to L push, 2-foot jump/glide, scrape left/right, and backward march. Some of the skills learned in level 3 include: snowplow stop, alternating V push, forward 1-foot glide, backward 2-foot glide, and walking crossovers.
Level 4 (45 min)
This program is for participants who are able to snowplow stop, alternating V push, forward 1-foot glide, backward 2-foot glide, and walking crossovers. Some of the skills learned in level 4 include: intro to 2-foot side stop, intro to crossovers, 2-foot turns and jumps.
Level 5 / 6 (45 min)
This program is for participants who are able to L push, 2-foot jump/glide, scrape left/right, and backward march. Some of the skills learned in level 5 include: improve forward crossovers, introduce backward crossovers, learn three turns and forward inside/outside edges. Some of the skills learned in level 6 include: mohawks, 1-foot side stops, and forward powered x-cuts.
Ages 13+ (45 min)
For those teens and adults who have always wanted to skate or just improve your skills. Helmets are mandatory.
Ages 4 – 5
This beginner-friendly hockey program introduces children to basic skating (while wearing full hockey gear), balance, agility, stick handling, and safe falling techniques. No prior hockey experience is required. Important Note: This is not a Learn to Skate program. Before enrolling, participants should be able to independently get up and down on the ice and shuffle across the rink without assistance.
Ages 4 – 6
Designed for future young hockey and ringette stars, this high-energy session builds balance, agility, speed, endurance, and power through fun and engaging drills. Turn practice into game-time magic and boost confidence! Important Note: This is not a Learn to Skate program. Before enrolling, participants should be able to independently get up and down on the ice and shuffle across the rink without assistance.
Ages 6 – 9
Our high-energy sessions focus on enhancing balance, agility, speed, endurance, and power. Through exciting drills and techniques, kids will sharpen their skills for improved game-time performance while building confidence and athleticism. Important Note: This is not a Learn to Skate program. Before enrolling, participants should be able to independently get up and down on the ice and shuffle across the rink without assistance.
Ages 3 – Adult
Private skate lessons are designed for individuals looking to enhance their skills within our Learn to Skate program. These one-on-one sessions are ideal for participants who need additional support, personalized instruction, or a more focused learning environment. Each session includes 15 minutes of tailored instruction followed by 15 minutes of practice time. Important Note: Private lessons are focused exclusively on Learn to Skate skills, not Specialty programs such as Power Skate or Hockey Tykes.
