Canskate / learn to skate

CanSkate offers the best curriculum in Canada. Our flagship learn-to-skate program has taught millions of Canadians to reach their recreational and competitive goals on the ice. The CanSkate program is geared to beginners of all ages…children and adults. Whether you are looking to improve basic skating skills for figure skating,  hockey, ringette or speed skating, or wish to skate for recreation, fitness or fun, CanSkate will get you there.

Conducted in a fun, friendly environment, the CanSkate program showcases a comprehensive series of balance, control and agility skills, using a nationally-tested and proven curriculum that supports skater success in developing stronger basic skills on the ice.
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Millions of Canadians, including World and Olympic figure skating champions and National Hockey League stars, have taken their first steps on the ice with the CanSkate program. Offered at clubs and skating schools across Canada and delivered by NCCP coaches, CanSkate will help you realize your skating goals.

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Program Specifics

Curriculum:

• balance, control and agility skills
• National standardized assessment
  
• 90%  continuous movement to maximize learning
  
• ​Easily adapted for skaters of all abilities
  

Coaching:

•  trained in teaching proper mechanics and techniques
• ​certified by the National Coaching Certification Program
• assisted by trained program assistants
  
• ​Ensures a 1:10 coach/program assistant to skater ratio
  

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Frequently asked questions

What equipment does my child need?
All you need are skates (figure or hockey - No buckles), a CSA-approved helmet, long pants, mittens, warm sweater or jacket. Dress in layers - it gets warm!

How old does my child have to be?
All children must be three (3) years of age by September 1st of the year they will begin skating.

How do you sign up?
Be a part of the fun - join the Forest Skating Club (FSC) today and learn to skate with CanSkate! Click on the Registration tab for more information.