Learn To Skate

This program is for skaters aged 3 to 6 years old with little or no skating experience. Our trained coaches encourage children to stand, balance and walk/glide forward on their own through fun and engaging activities. Skaters are grouped by age and/or ability and as skaters begin to skate on their own, will begin to progress through the CanSkate stages.

• 3 to 6 years old (by Dec 31st, 2024)
• Beginners (No previous skating experience is required)
• Skaters have not passed Stage 2
• Skater/coach ratio 1:6
• One 30 minute session per week (10 minute instructor led large group warm up, 20 minute small group lesson)

Attire:

• All participants must provide their own skates and helmets. Snow pants or waterproof pants are recommended as some skaters start by sitting on the ice. Mittens/gloves are strongly suggested.
• All Skaters must wear a CSA approved hockey helmet as per Skate Canada 2017. No other helmet (Ski Helmet, Winter Sports helmet, Bike helmet, etc) will be accepted and skaters will not be permitted on the ice without a CSA approved hockey helmet.
• When purchasing skates, we recommend skaters wear skates with laces (hockey of figure skates.) Plastic skates with buckles have been found to be difficult for skaters to learn in.

Fees are prorated once season starts and will be reflected during the registration process if space is available.

KinderSkate Winter Schedule 24/25

Registration Opens August 19th @ noon Register Here

CanSkate is a dynamic learn-to-skate program that focuses on fun, participation and basic skill development. CanSkate centers on physical literacy and the fundamental skills needed to take part in any ice sport or to skate as a recreational activity. A complete series of balance, control and agility skills taught in six stages of learning that pertain to hockey, ringette, speed skating and figure skating as well as general recreational skating.

• 4 years old and up (by Dec 31st, 2024) or completed the KinderSkate program
• Beginners and returning skaters
• LEVELS Stage 1 to Stage 6 (If you do not know your skaters level, we will assess skaters in the first 2 weeks and group them accordingly.)
• Skater/coach ratio 1:6
• One 45 minute session per week (coach led 15 min large group warm up, 30 min small group lesson, cool down)
• Skaters new to LSC are assessed and grouped in the first 2 weeks
• Skaters will first be grouped by their age and then their skill level. LSC keeps records of returning skaters and will group accordingly
  
• Skaters who have passed Stage 3 and interested in figure skating may sign up for Pre StarSkate

Attire:

• All participants must provide their own skates and helmets. Snow pants or waterproof pants are recommended as some skaters start by sitting on the ice. Mittens/gloves are strongly suggested.
• All Skaters must wear a CSA approved hockey helmet as per Skate Canada 2017. No other helmet (Ski Helmet, Winter Sports helmet, Bike helmet, etc) will be accepted and skaters will not be permitted on the ice without a CSA approved hockey helmet.
• When purchasing skates, we recommend skaters wear skates with laces (hockey of figure skates.) Plastic skates with buckles have been found to be difficult for skaters to learn in.

Fees are prorated once season starts and will be reflected during the registration process if space is available.

CanSkate Winter Schedule 24/25

Registration Opens August 19th @ noon Register Here

This program is for skaters interested in Figure Skating, competing and or taking tests where they will continue to work on their CanSkate stages with an additional focus on skating skills, jumps, spins and other figure skating exercises. Skaters must wear figure skates.

• PreStar Skaters must be passed FULL CanSkate Stage 3 and be working on CanSkate Stage 4, 5 or 6
• One 60-minute session per week with Full Time group coaches (15 min warm up, 30 min groups, 15 min free time/large group)
• One Off Ice session included with each session (fitness, flexibility, jump technique, etc.)
• A helmet is mandatory for Stages 4 and 5 as per Skate Canada
• No private coach required

Attire:

• All participants must provide their own Figure Skates and helmets (CSA Approved Hockey Helmet). Mittens/gloves are strongly suggested.
• All Skaters must wear a CSA Approved Hockey Helmet as per Skate Canada 2017. No other helmet (Ski Helmet, Winter Sports helmet, Bike helmet, etc) will be accepted and skaters will not be permitted on the ice without a CSA approved hockey helmet.

For information on our available off-ice training program, please visit Flexafit found under the StarSkate program section.

Fees are prorated once season starts and will be reflected during the registration process.

Pre StarSkate Schedule 24/25 

Registration Opens August 19th @ noon Register Here

The Beginner Synchro Team is part of both the Leaside Skating Club’s new Synchro Skills program and a part of Meraki Synchro. It is a program where synchro-curious skaters will be introduced to the world of synchronized skating. Meeting once a week for a 45-minute session, Meraki Synchro Beginner Team members will learn basic synchro skills and concepts, master a cohesive synchronized skating team program and experience the thrill of performing live as a team at various synchro showcases throughout the season.  

The Meraki Beginner Team is perfect for CanSkate skaters who are working on CanSkate Levels 4, 5 or 6 and are interested in pursuing figure skating. CanSkate Level 3 and figure skates are requirements for being a part of the Meraki Beginner Team.  

Synchronized skating is a wonderful way for your child to develop superior figure skating skills, engage in healthy competition and experience the benefits of being part of a team.  Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for more information.

Adult Learn to Skate program is for Beginner to Novice skaters. The session focuses on orientation to ice, physical literacy and skating techniques. This session is taught by a Skate Canada Certified coach who will teach the fundamental skills needed to take part in any ice sport or to skate as a recreational activity.

• 19 years years and up (by Dec 31st, 2024) 
• Skaters from Beginners to Novice
• One 30 minute session per week led by Skate Canada certified coach

Attire:

• All participants must provide their own skates and helmets. Mittens/gloves are strongly suggested.
• Hockey helmet as per Skate Canada 2017. No other helmet (Ski Helmet, Winter Sports helmet, Bike helmet, etc) will be accepted and skaters will not be permitted on the ice without a CSA approved hockey helmet.

Leaside Skating Club reserves the right to modify, postpone or cancel a session if deemed necessary.

Adult Daytime Winter Schedule 24/25 

Registration Opens August 19th @ noon Register Here

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