Learn to skate
CanSkate
Canada’s nationally recognized learn-to-skate program for beginners. Skaters build balance, control and agility for figure skating, hockey, ringette, speed skating and everyday recreation.
Program detailsPrograms
Find the right place to start.
CanSkate is open for direct registration. Junior Academy, STARSkate Development, Competitive, Pairs, Special Olympics and Adult Skating are by invitation only.
Early figure-skating pathway
Junior Academy
The next step after CanSkate for young skaters who show strong ability and interest in competitive figure skating.
Program detailsRecreational figure skating
STARSkate Development
A pathway for skaters who show enthusiasm and potential and want to develop figure-skating skills in a recreational environment.
Program detailsAdvanced athlete development
Competitive
A progressive training structure from Bronze through Top Flight, combining dedicated ice, technical coaching and off-ice development.
Program detailsPair-skating development
Pairs
A specialized pathway for skaters interested in developing pair elements, partnership skills and competitive performance.
Program detailsInclusive skating community
Special Olympics
Figure-skating opportunities for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, from first steps through competitive development.
Program detailsLearn and develop at any level
Adult Skating
Learn-to-skate and figure-skating instruction for adults, with groups organized by ability and experience.
Program detailsProgram placement
Age helps. Current skating ability decides.
A child who has never skated will normally begin in CanSkate. Skaters moving into Junior Academy, STARSkate Development or the competitive stream require an invitation, assessment or approval.
First time on the ice? Choose CanSkate.
Completed CanSkate? Ask whether your skater may be invited to the next pathway.
Coming from another club? Contact Connaught about an invitation before joining.
Ask about placement