CANSKATE
Helmets are mandatory up to Stage 5
This 50 minute learn-to-skate program teaches the basic of forward and backward skating, stopping, turning, spinning and jumping. Skaters are grouped by ability and age and are evaluated regularly as they progress through the 5 stages at their own pace. The successful completion at each stage is recognized with the awarding of a badge. Report cards are provided at mid-way and at the completion of the winter session.
As skaters progress through the stages of the Canskate program they become eligible to move into the Canskate Advanced or STARskate 1 program.
PROGRAM STRUCTURE
The CanSkate program focuses on the development of six fundamental movements organized in six stages of learning, with an optional 7th level for skaters who want to move into figure skating. The skills are arranged in progressions, from very simple to the more complex. Each stage has a primary focus. Once the skills on each stage are mastered, a badge is awarded. The series of badges include Stage badges, Fundamental Movement badges and Fitness badges.
STAGE BADGES
- Stage 1 - Balance
- Stage 2 - Glide Forward
- Stage 3 - Glice Backward
- Stage 4 - Edges
- Stage 5 - Power
- Stage 6 - Speed
- Stage 7 (optional) - Pre-preliminary
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