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Skate Canada Programs offered at the Heather Club:
CanSkate, StarSkate, AdultSkate, Synchro and more
CanSkate is Skate Canada's flagship learn-to-skate program, designed for beginners of all ages. When you sign up for CanSkate
you will be in a program that focuses on fun, participation and basic skill development. You will earn badges and other incentives
as you learn fundamental skating skills. Lessons are given in a small group format and led by NCCP Level III certified professional
coach, Angela Coady, assisted by trained Program Assistants. The coach to student ratio is a maximum of 1:6. CanSkate is the
feeder program to all other Skate Canada Skating Programs, and is presented by BMO Financial Group, reflecting their commitment
to grassroots development. It assists with enhancing the skills of skaters who want to play hockey, ringette or just recreational
skating.
Why sign up for CanSkate?
CanSkate is Canada's only national learn-to-skate program. It was developed by experts to teach the fundamentals of skating
in a progressive and sequential manner.
Being part of Canskate makes you part of Skate Canada, the national governing body which in turn allows you to earn:
- badges
- stickers
- colouring sheets
- special CanSkate events and club functions
- BMO CanSkater of the Year award program
- opportunity to participate in a positive healthy lifestyle activity
These are some of the awards and incentives that have been developed to encourage athletes in CanSkate.
The Heather Club offers the Skate Canada StarSkate program designed to teach
developmental skating skills, and a lead-in to figure skating. It is taught in small group lessons, or private lessons, if
desired.
What Options do I have as a STARSkate Athlete?
Once a skater is in the Skate Canada STARSkate Program, there are several
options:
1. Skaters may choose to remain in the STARSkate Program, taking tests (although
not mandatory) at organized test sessions and honing learned skills.
2. Skaters may also choose to enter competitions, while still trying Skate
Canada tests.
3. Other skaters may feel that they have progressed to a point where they
may wish to enter the Skate Canada CompetitiveSkate Program or become involved in synchronized skating, evaluating or judging,
or participate as an adult or varsity member.
The Skate Canada adult program has taken the world by storm!
It offers a fun environment for adults wanting to learn to skate and is advancing
into teaching the Skate Canada dance tests to its participants, if desired. A great way to participate in a healthy physical activity with the option to compete.
Great team skating with the opportunity to compete against other provincial teams.
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