Some programs will have cancellations due to Town Bookings, ASC Test Nights, inclement weather.

ASC Board reserves the right to make changes to programs, levels, and fees and to make all cancellations without prior notice. All Board decisions are final.

Tiny Tots

Starting at three years old. (30 min. program)

Development of proper posture, pushing, stopping, getting up and learning to fall safely—through creative movement and play. C.S.A. hockey helmets MUST be worn. Bike helmets will NOT be permitted.

CanSkate

Starting at 5 years old. (50 min. program)

Learn to skate program with the development of fundamental skills of skating. This program is up to the completion of Badge 6. C.S.A. hockey helmets MUST be worn. Bike helmets will NOT be permitted.

Pre-Powerskate

Starting at 5 years old. (50 min. program)

This program is suitable for skaters who have completed our Tiny Tot program or have previously registered in the Pre-Powerskate program*. Must be able to skate forwards, walk backwards and half snowplow stop. This program teaches basic skating fundamentals and skills needed for hockey. Full hockey equipment encouraged. C.S.A. hockey helmets MUST be worn. Bike helmets will NOT be permitted.

PRE-POWERSKATE – Badge Levels 1 – 3

Level 1
Hockey stance
March on the spot
Walk forward
Walk backward
Make snow
Two-foot ¼ bends turns on the spot
Walk around on the spot
Two-foot jump on the spot

Level 2
Forward skating alternate feet
Forward 2 foot glide (straight line)
Forward ½ sit glide
Forward 2 foot sculling
Walk backward with glide
Forward half snowplow stop
“V” position with feet
Two foot jump while gliding forwards

Level 3
Forward 1 foot glide (straight line)
Forward 1 foot glides around pylons
Backward skating alternate feet
Backward 2 foot glide (straight line)
Backward 2 foot sculling
Backward snowplow stop or ½ snowplow stop
Full forward snowplow stop
Walking cross-overs – right over left
Walking cross-overs – left over right

Junior Powerskate

(50 min. program)

Must have completed Pre-Powerskate Level 3 or have previously registered in the Jr. Powerskate Program*. Focus is on correcting and enhancing skating posture, form and technique, both forward and backward, with the addition of speed and power. More advanced skating skills are taught, including pivot turns and cross-overs. Full equipment and sticks are mandatory.

JR. POWER PROGRAM – Badge Levels 4 & 5

Level 4
Glide turns – to the left
Glide turns – to the right
Forward 1 foot glide – curve
Backward 1 foot glide – straight line
Forward circle thrusts – clockwise
Forward circle thrusts – counterclockwise
Forward 1 foot side stop
Backward full snowplow stops
Backward to forward 180 degree pivot - clockwise
Backward to forward 180 degree pivot - counterclockwise
2 foot jump forwards to backwards – moving
2 foot jump backwards to forwards – moving

Level 5
Backward 1 foot glide on a curve
Forward cross-overs – clockwise
Forward cross-overs – counterclockwise
Backward circle thrusts – clockwise
Backward circle thrusts – counterclockwise
Backward 1 foot side stop
Backward snowplow stop & start
180 degree tight glide turn – clockwise
180 degree tight glide turn – counterclockwise

Senior Powerskate

(60 min. program)

Must have completed Jr. Powerskate Level 5 to participate in this program, or have previously registered in the Sr. Powerskate program*. Power and speed-focused drills are taught based on fundamentals learned in the Jr. Power program in a fast-paced environment. Emphasis is placed on power, speed and agility with continual emphasis on the use of edges. Further skill advancement is taught (i.e., reverse pivot turns etc.) in this program. Full equipment and sticks mandatory.

SR. POWER PROGRAM – Badge Levels 6 & 7

Level 6
Fast forward “V” start
Side stop/fast starts – left
Side stop/fast starts - right
Fast forward x-over start
Forward change of speed
Backward snowplow stop, fast start from 1 ft – left
Backward snowplow stop, fast start from 1 ft – right
Backward cross-overs
Forward cross-over laterals
Backward cross-over laterals
Reverse pivot turns 180 degrees

Level 7
Forward laterals with speed
Backward laterals with speed
Fast backward starts
Forward cross-overs with speed
Backward cross-overs with speed
Backward to forward 45 degree pivot – clockwise
Backward to forward 45 degree pivot – counterclockwise
Forward 360 degree spin
Knee spin-o-rama, either direction
Reverse pivot turns 360 degrees

* Instructional staff reserve the right to place skaters in the appropriate program depending on age and skating ability for all powerskate programs.

StarSkate JR

(60 min. program)

Completion of badge 6 of the CanSkate Program is required. This program is an introduction to figure skating. The development of jumping, spinning and dancing will be covered. Private coaching is available. Shared ice with Session II to allow advancement.

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StarSkate 1

(30 min. group lesson & 30 min. independent)

Must have passed first preliminary Skate Canada Dance test. Working on Preliminary Freeskate, Dances and skills. Must have a private coach*.

StarSkate 2

(15 min. group lesson, balance independent/private coaching time)

Must be prepared to test Preliminary Freeskate or recommended by their private coach. Must have passed all 3 preliminary Dances and Skills. Working on Jr. Bronze dances & skills. Must have a private coach*. Must have a minimum two-day membership.

StarSkate 3

(15 min. group lesson, balance independent/private coaching time)

Passed Preliminary Freeskate and Senior Bronze Dances & skills. Must have a minimum two-day membership.

Workout Clinic/Off-Ice Training

(60 min. program)

A healthy exercise program for young bodies and skating. Run by qualified instructors. Additional program for StarSkate 2 & 3 levels. Further program information will be posted near the beginning of the season. Registration will be separate from regular registration.

Every Skate Canada skating program complements the others and allows for unrestricted movement and development through the system. All programs are taught by professional coaches certified through the National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP) and they are offered at member clubs and skating schools across the country.