Step 1: CanSkate (Up to Stage 3)

Skating begins with our CanSkate program, with skaters progressing through the first three stages. This is where the foundation of skating is built!

Figure skating requires a strong foundation of balance, forward and backward skating, stopping and 1-foot glides on either foot. 

Step 2: Invitation to Pre-Junior

Once skaters have successfully completed CanSkate Stage 3, they will receive an invitation from our coaches to join the intro to figure skating program, Pre-Junior. This invitation is based on the skater's readiness and has an interest in or potential in figure skating. 

Step 3: Pre-Junior Program

Once your skater is invited to and registers for the Pre-Junior program, they will continue to build on their foundational figure skating skills with more focused training. 

In this small group program, skaters will complete the remaining figure skating skills in the CanSkate curriculum.

This transition program helps skaters refine their skills, preparing them for more advanced moves and independent practice.

Typically, skaters stay in Pre-Junior for a full season before moving up to the mainstream StarSkate program (give/take, depending on the individual).

Step 4: Junior StarSkate

Once a skater has demonstrated that they are ready to work independently, skaters will be invited to the Junior level of the STARSkate program. 

The STARSkate program is divided into Junior, Intermediate, and Senior levels, where skaters will continue to develop their skills, have the opportunity to learn the four disciplines of skating (FreeSkate, Skills, Dance and Artistic) and progress through the higher levels of figure skating including participate in local events such as competitions.