CanSkate (4-12 years*)

CanSkate is a dynamic learn-to-skate program that focuses on fun, participation and basic skill development. Based on Sport Canada’s long term athlete development (LTAD) principles, CanSkate centers on physical literacy and the fundamental skills needed to take part in any ice sport or to skate as a recreational activity.

What will you learn?
A complete series of balance, control and agility skills taught in six stages of learning that pertain to hockey, ringette, speed skating and figure skating as well as general recreational skating. CanSkate uses nationally-tested and proven curriculum and delivery methods that guarantee skater success in developing stronger basic skills and developing them faster.

What can you expect?
Action, movement and fun!  Skaters progress at their own rate and coaches make sessions active using teaching aids, upbeat music and a wide variety of activities that create a motivational environment and promote learning. Badges, ribbons and other incentives are used to benchmark skaters’ progress and reward effort and participation.

Required equipment:

Hockey or figure skates (lace up skates are preferred)

CSA approved helmet (no bicycle helmets allowed)

If you have questions about the Canskate program or any other LSC program feel free to email the Lloydminster Skating Club  lscinfo@lloydminsterskating.com  and the volunteer best suited to answer your questions will get back to you as soon as they are available.

If you are unsure which program your child should join please consult a LSC board member or coach.