LEARN TO Skate

Co-ed, ages 2+

50 Minute Classes

Attire

• All skaters MUST have a CSA approved helmet with cage as well as skates
• Waterproof pants and gloves are strongly suggested
• Hockey equipment not required but is permitted (no sticks)

Designed for beginner skaters, with little or no skating experience

Skaters practice standing, balancing, walking and gliding through fun and engaging activities. 

• LEVEL 1 - BALANCE
  
  Focus: Building comfort on the ice
  Key Skills: Standing & balancing, Marching, Safe falling & recovery
  Outcome: Skaters develop confidence on the ice and become comfortable moving independently

• LEVEL 2 - MOVEMENT
  
  Focus: Basic skating movement
  Key Skills: Forward gliding, Basic turns, Stopping techniques
  Outcome: Skaters gain control of their skating and begin moving efficiently on the ice

• LEVEL 3 - READINESS
  
  Focus: Preparing for hockey
  Key Skills: Proper skating stride, Intro to backwards skating
  Outcome: Skaters develop the skating foundation needed to transition to STEP #2: LEARN TO Play

sessions

• Fall & Winter 2026-2027
  - Saturdays from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. @ Chesswood Arena
  - Sundays from 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. at RINX
• Spring 2026
  - Saturdays from 3:15 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. @ Larry Grossman - Forest Hill Arena
  - Sundays from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. @ RINX
• Summer 2026
  - Sundays from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. @ Chesswood Arena

SUMMER SUNDAY Drop-in Classes

$65 +HST / Class

JULY
Sunday, July 5, 2026 REGISTER
Sunday, July 12, 2026 REGISTER
Sunday, July 19, 2026 REGISTER

AUGUST
Sunday, August 9, 2026 REGISTER
Sunday, August 16, 2026 REGISTER
Sunday, August 23, 2026 REGISTER
Sunday, August 30, 2026 REGISTER