CanSkate
(learn to skate program: stages 1-6 &
pre-CanSkate)
Canskate is Skate Canada's learn to skate program that is designed as a program for beginners and introductory skaters of all ages. The program focus is on fun, participation and the development of the basic skills in skating.
Canskate for children is our club's feeder system into our Rising Stars and STARSkate Academy programs.
Program Director: Mark Bardei
canskatedirector@skatecoquitlam.com
POWER SKATING
This is an action-packed, high energy instructional power skating program geared to hockey and ringette skaters that focuses on balance, power, agility, speed and endurance. Skills, techniques and conditioning drills are taught in a progressive format that emphasizes how the skills apply to game situations.
Pre-power: Early program for developing basic skills
Power skating levels 1-6: Progressive curriculum for stronger skaters
Program Director: Bruno Delmaestro
powerskating@skatecoquitlam.com
LEARN TO FIGURE
RISING STARS ACADEMY
(accelerated Stage 3-6)
Rising Stars Academy is an introduction to the figure skating program. Children receive high level coaching in a group format to learn the founding stages of how to figure skate. Entry to this program is by invitation and audition. Prospective new members are welcome, but must contact the office manager for an audition before registering.
Ages: 4-7 as of July 1st
STARSKATE ACADEMY
(accelerated Stages 3-6 & Star 1-3)
STARSkate Academy is an introduction to the figure skating program. It is designed for older children to learn the founding stages of how to figure skate. Entry to this program is decided by our coaches. Prospective new members are welcome, but must contact the office manager for an audition before registering.
Ages: 7-13 as of July 1st
JUNIOR
(Star 1-3)
Entrance into the program is “by invitation only.” Skaters are talent-identified and selected from our Rising Stars and CanSkate program. Potential Junior Development participants are invited to a trial session to be assessed by a Club Coach. Successful candidates will be awarded an official invitation to the program and information regarding program registration.
Ages: 8-10 as of July 1st
FIGURE SKATING
STARSKATE PATHWAY
Skaters will explore new skills as they build on the solid basics of figure skating that they achieve as they progress through the ‘Learn to Train’ and ‘Train to Train’ stages of the Long Term Development (LTD) model.
Levels: Star 4-10 & Gold
PODIUM PATHWAY
Podium Pathway is for Athletes who want to pursue higher levels of figure skating. This pathway aligns with the ‘Train to Train’, ‘Train to Compete’ and ‘Train to Win’ stages of the LTD model and is also called the High-Performance Pathway.
Levels: Juvenile, Pre-Novice, Novice, Junior, Senior
COMPETITIVE
Competitive training is for Athletes who are representing Coquitlam Skating Club at the provincial stage for competitions in the likes of Sectionals, BC Winter Games, BC Super Series and beyond.
Competitive Team 2022
OPEN
Open sessions are open to all figure skaters meeting the minimum skill requirement. A great way to get in extra practice. Members of any Skate Canada club are welcome to register or drop in, if there is space. If you have not skated with our club before, please contact our office manager first to confirm that you meet the appropriate skill level.
ADULT FIGURE SKATING
Skating is a fun form of exercise for all ages. We welcome figure skaters 13 years of age and over who are not in CompetitiveSkate to improve their skills, pursue tests, and train for Adult and STARSkate competitions in a fun and friendly environment. Members of any Skate Canada club are welcome to register or drop in.
Auxiliary Support Programs
DEVELOPMENT CLASSES
ENRICHMENT CLASSES
THEORY CLASSES
PERFORMANCE CLASSES
OFF-ICE CONDITIONING
HARNESS LESSONS
DRYLAND TECHNICAL LESSONS
These supplemental programs help figure skaters develop specific fitness and technical requirements for excelling in the sport. Coaches will assist intermediate and higher level skaters in choosing the relevant programs for their goals.
Dryland Training Program Coordinator: Karyna Bardei
off-ice@skatecoquitlam.com
We also offer Physiotherapy for skaters! Keeping your body in good condition is key to success and long-term training.
Not sure where you belong? Not a member of our club? Just ask us and our coaching staff can help you find a good fit!
Our programs follow standards set by our governing body, Skate Canada. More information can be found about programs on the Skate Canada website.
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