Welcome to the Fall/Winter 2023-24 season!
September 5, 2023 - March 27, 2024
All OSC programs will take place at the Okotoks Recreation Centre - Piper Arena and Scott Seaman Sports Rink.
OSC is proud to offer the following programs in our Fall/Winter season.
Click the links for complete season program info:
LEARN TO SKATE - Fall 2023
CanSkate level sessions are offered 3 times per season - Fall (Sept-Dec), Winter (Jan-March) and Spring (TBA).
Available now for registration is the Fall Season.
Click the links for full schedule and fees.
CANSKATE - Additional Session added Sept 13!!
POWER SKATING - Fall 2023
Power skating sessions are offered 3 times per season - Fall (Sept-Dec), Winter (Jan-March) and Spring (TBA).
Available now for registration is the Fall Season.
Click the links for full schedule and fees.
POWER A - Additional Session added Sept 13!!
FEMALE POWERSKATE - Added Sept 13!!
STARSKATE (Figure skating) - 2023/24
All STARSKate sessions are offered for the full season - Sept to March. STARSkate levels are determined by skating ability and number of skaters per group.
Coaches will contact you regarding your skaters level for registration. For questions, please contact coachtalia@okotoksskatingclub.ca.
PRE-JUNIOR (Intro to Figure Skating)
Not sure which program to select for your skater? Click here!
REGISTRATION DEADLINES:
CANSKATE/PRE-CANSKATE: October 12, 2023 (or until sessions are full)
PRE-POWER/POWER A & B: October 12, 2023 (or until sessions are full)
STARSKATE: January 31, 2023 (or until sessions are full)
CanSkate Fall 2023
CanSkate is our flagship learn-to-skate program. With a focus on agility, balance and control, skaters will learn fundamental skating skills from our NCCP Skate Canada coaches with assistance from our trained Program Assistants.
For ages 5+, this 45-min fun session will see skaters learning skills from Stage 1 to 6, using circuits, zones, music and a wide variety of teaching aides.
Badges, ribbons and other incentives are used to benchmark skater's progress and reward their efforts while working through the stages and skills.
All participants are required to purchase a Skate Canada Membership for the 2023/24 season, only due once per season (Sept 1/23 to Aug 31/24). More information below chart.
FALL 2023 DATES & FEES
Session Name | Dates | Times | Arena |
Program Cost*
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CanSkate Tuesdays Fall 2023 | Oct 3, 10, 17, 24, Nov 7, 14, 21, 28, Dec 5, 12 | 5:30pm - 6:15pm | Piper Arena, ORC | $ 200 |
CanSkate Wednesday 5pm Fall 2023
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Oct 4, 11, 18, 25, Nov 8, 15, 22, 29, Dec 6, 13 | 5:00pm - 5:45pm | Piper Arena, ORC | $ 200 |
CanSkate Wednesday 6:30pm Fall 2023 | Oct 4, 11, 18, 25, Nov 8, 15, 22, 29, Dec 6, 13 | 6:30pm - 7:15pm | Scott Seaman Sports Rink | $ 200 |
*NEW* CanSkate Thursday Fall 2023 | Oct 5, 12, 19, 26, Nov 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, Dec 14 | 5:00pm - 5:45pm | Piper Arena, ORC | $200 |
CanSkate Friday Fall 2023 | Sept 29, Oct 6, 13, 20, 27, Nov 3, 17, 24, Dec 1, 8 | 1:45pm - 2:30pm | Piper Arena, ORC | $ 200 |
CanSkate Saturday 11:45am Fall 2023
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Sept 30, Oct 7, 14, 21, 28, Nov 4, 18, 25, Dec 2, 9 | 11:45am - 12:30pm | Piper Arena, ORC | $ 200 |
CanSkate Saturday 12:45pm Fall 2023 | Sept 30, Oct 7, 14, 21, 28, Nov 4, 18, 25, Dec 2, 9 | 12:45pm - 1:30pm | Piper Arena, ORC | $ 200 |
Pre-CanSkate - Fall 2023
We are proud to offer our Pre-CanSkate class for those aged 3 - 5 years old who are itching to get skating!
This 30-min program will see skaters learning skills like how to get up and fall down, move forward and backwards and more! Using lots of colourful skating aids and fun music, skaters will learn skaters will learn to skate in an energetic and fun environment taught by our NCCP Professional Coaches and trained Program Assistants.
For easier transition to CanSkate and to offer classes at the same time, this class is offered during our CanSkate sessions but has its own section of ice separate from the larger CanSkate group.
All participants are required to purchase a Skate Canada Membership for the 2023/24 season, only due once per season (Sept 1/23 to Aug 31/24). More information below chart.
FALL 2023 DATES & FEES
Session Name | Dates | Times | Arena |
Program Cost*
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Pre-CanSkate Tuesdays Fall 2023 | Oct 3, 10, 17, 24, Nov 7, 14, 21, 28, Dec 5, 12 | 5:30pm - 6:00pm | Piper Arena, ORC | $ 180 |
Pre-CanSkate Wednesday 5pm Fall 2023
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Oct 4, 11, 18, 25, Nov 8, 15, 22, 29, Dec 6, 13 | 5:00pm - 5:30pm | Piper Arena, ORC | $ 180 |
Pre-CanSkate Wednesday 6:30pm Fall 2023 | Oct 4, 11, 18, 25, Nov 8, 15, 22, 29, Dec 6, 13 | 6:30pm - 7:00pm | Scott Seaman Sports Rink | $ 180 |
Pre-CanSkate Friday Fall 2023 | Sept 29, Oct 6, 13, 20, 27, Nov 3, 17, 24, Dec 1, 8 | 1:45pm - 2:15pm | Piper Arena, ORC | $ 180 |
Pre-CanSkate Saturday 11:45am Fall 2023
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Sept 30, Oct 7, 14, 21, 28, Nov 4, 18, 25, Dec 2, 9 | 11:45am - 12:15pm | Piper Arena, ORC | $ 180 |
Pre-CanSkate Saturday 12:15pm Fall 2023 | Sept 30, Oct 7, 14, 21, 28, Nov 4, 18, 25, Dec 2, 9 | 12:15pm - 12:45pm | Piper Arena, ORC | $ 180 |
Teen/Adult CanSkate - Fall 2023
At OSC, we believe that skating is for everyone! We are very proud to once again offer our Teen/Adult CanSkate class. Taught by NCCP Skate Canada coaches with assistance from our trained Program Assistants, this 45-min class is for participants aged 13+ who have never skated before, skated in their youth or would like to refresh their skills.
Offered separately from our CanSkate class, adult/teen skaters will focus the fundamentals of skating including moving forward, moving backwards and stopping with confidence and in a comfortable and safe environment.
All participants are required to purchase a Skate Canada Membership for the 2023/24 season, only due once per season (Sept 1/23 to Aug 31/24). More information below chart.
FALL 2023 DATES & FEES
Session Name | Dates | Times | Arena |
Program Cost*
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Teen/Adult CanSkate Saturday Fall 2023 | Sept 30, Oct 7, 14, 21, 28, Nov 4, 18, 25, Dec 2, 9 | 12:45pm - 1:30pm | Piper Arena, ORC | $ 200 |
POWER SKATING
PrePower - Fall 2023
Calling all aspiring hockey/ringette players! The PrePower program is an introductory power skating group geared towards skaters aged 5+ who are interested in or are currently in a first time hockey/ringette program. Participants in PrePower take part in our CanSkate classes as a separate group and focuses on the basics of power skating; balance, power, agility, speed and endurance.
NOTE: This is NOT a learn to skate program! Skaters must be able to move forward, move backwards and stop prior to registering. If you are a beginner, we recommend participating in a season of CanSkate before participating in any power skating class.
Badges, ribbons and other incentives are used to benchmark skater's progress and reward their efforts while working through the skills.
All participants are required to purchase a Skate Canada Membership for the 2023/24 season, only due once per season (Sept 1/23 to Aug 31/24). More information below chart.
FALL 2023 DATES & FEES
Session Name | Dates | Times | Arena |
Program Cost*
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PrePower Tuesdays Fall 2023 | Oct 3, 10, 17, 24, Nov 7, 14, 21, 28, Dec 5, 12 | 5:30pm - 6:15pm | Piper Arena, ORC | $ 200 |
PrePower Wednesday 5pm Fall 2023
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Oct 4, 11, 18, 25, Nov 8, 15, 22, 29, Dec 6, 13 | 5:00pm - 5:45pm | Piper Arena, ORC | $ 200 |
PrePower Wednesday 6:30pm Fall 2023 | Oct 4, 11, 18, 25, Nov 8, 15, 22, 29, Dec 6, 13 | 6:30pm - 7:15pm | Scott Seaman Sports Rink | $ 200 |
PrePower Friday Fall 2023 | Sept 29, Oct 6, 13, 20, 27, Nov 3, 17, 24, Dec 1, 8 | 1:45pm - 2:30pm | Piper Arena, ORC | $ 200 |
PrePower Saturday 11:45am Fall 2023
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Sept 30, Oct 7, 14, 21, 28, Nov 4, 18, 25, Dec 2, 9 | 11:45am - 12:30pm | Piper Arena, ORC | $ 200 |
Power A - Fall 2023
The Power A program is for players aged 6 to 10 years old that are at the Initiation (U7) to 1st year U11 level hockey or ringette programs. Taught by specially trained NCCP Skate Canada Coaches, this full ice 45 min action packed, high energy program focuses on balance, stopping, initial power, crossovers, and endurance with specific training and techniques to developing proper and efficient forward and backward stride.
NOTE: This is NOT a learn to skate program. Participants must have either completed up to Stage 3/4 of the CanSkate Program, or has completed a season of a PreCanPower Program or has participated in hockey/ringette for at least one season.
There will be NO EXCEPTIONS to the age limits and the age bracket will be strictly enforced. Skaters younger or older than the Power A age bracket may look to our PrePower or Power B programs. If a skaters demonstrated ability is clearer higher than their applicable aged program, only then will the coaches consider moving the skater.
FALL 2023 DATES & FEES
Session Name | Dates | Times | Arena |
Program Cost*
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*NEW* Power A Wednesdays Fall 2023 | Oct 4, 11, 18, 25, Nov 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, Dec 6 | 7:15 AM - 8:00 AM (MORNING) | Piper Arena, ORC | $ 270 |
Power A Thursdays Fall 2023 | Oct 5, 12, 19, 26, Nov 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, Dec 7 | 7:15 AM - 8:00 AM (MORNING) | Piper Arena, ORC | $ 270 |
Power B - Fall 2023
The Power B program is for players aged 10 and over that are in 2nd year U11 level hockey/ringette or higher. Taught by specially trained NCCP Skate Canada Coaches, this full ice 45 min fast paced, agility driven power program is geared towards those with a strong level or skating abilities and those looking to build off the skills previously learned in Power A or in their hockey/ringette experience.
NOTE: This is NOT a learn to skate program. Participants MUST be a current participant in 2nd year U11 hockey or higher or has completed at least one season of the Power A program.
There will be NO EXCEPTIONS to the age limits and the age bracket will be strictly enforced. Skaters younger than the Power B age bracket may look to the Power A or PrePower programs.
FALL 2023 DATES & FEES
Session Name | Dates | Times | Arena |
Program Cost*
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Power B Fall 2023 (Thursdays) | Oct 5, 12, 19, 26, Nov 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, Dec 7 | 6:30 AM - 7:15 AM (Morning) | Piper Arena, ORC | $ 270 |
*NEW* FEMALE POWER - Fall 2023
The Female Hockey/Ringette Power program is specifically geared towards female hockey or ringette players aged 7 to 12 years of age that are in 2nd year U9 to U13 hockey/ringette. Taught by specially trained NCCP Skate Canada Coaches, this full ice 45 min action packed, high energy program focuses on balance, stopping, initial power, crossovers, and endurance with specific training and techniques to developing proper and efficient forward and backward stride.
NOTE: This is NOT a learn to skate program. Participants MUST be a current participant in 2nd year U9 to U13 hockey or ringette or has completed at least one season of the Power A program.
There will be NO EXCEPTIONS to the age limits and the age bracket will be strictly enforced.
FALL 2023 DATES & FEES
Session Name | Dates | Times | Arena |
Program Cost*
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Female Hockey/Ringette Power [2nd Yr U9 to U13] - Fall 2023 | Oct 4, 11, 18, 25, Nov 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, Dec 6 | 6:30 AM - 7:15 AM (MORNING) | Piper Arena, ORC | $ 270 |
STARSkate - 2023/24
Important Updates to the 2023-24 season
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Pre-Junior (formerly Academy) - Fall/Winter 2023-24
All Pre-Junior sessions are offered in group format and are no longer than 45 minutes on-ice. Skaters will be supervised for their entire ice time.
Program fees include costs for ice and coaching fees. Additional costs are noted below.
Payment by instalments is optional and may be selected at checkout.
Dryland training is included in the Sunday and Friday ice sessions. Dryland training is encouraged to support balance, coordination flexibility, core awareness and sport specific jumps and spin techniques.
FALL/WINTER 2023-24
Session Name | Start & End Dates | Times | Arena |
Fees*
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Pre-Junior Sundays w/ Dryland |
Sept 10, 2023 - March 24, 2024
(No skating: Nov 12, 26 & Dec 17)
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On-Ice: 7:00 AM - 7:45 AM
Dryland: 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
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Piper Arena, ORC
Community Room, ORC
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$ 405 |
Pre-Junior Mondays |
Sept 11, 2023 - March 25, 2024
(No Skating: Oct 9, Feb 19)
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4:00pm - 4:45pm | Piper Arena, ORC | $ 375 |
*NEW* Pre-Junior Thursdays (shared with CanSkate session) | Oct 5, 12, 19, 26, Nov 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, Dec 14 (Continues in 2024 until March) | 5:00pm - 5:45pm | Piper Arena, ORC | $300 |
Pre-Junior Fridays w/ Dryland |
Sept 8, 2023 - March 22, 2024
(No Skating: Nov 10, Dec 15.
Dec 22 - On-ice only, no dryland)
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On-ice: 5:15pm - 6:00pm
Dryland: 6:15pm - 7:00pm
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Piper Arena, ORC
Natural High Fitness Studio, ORC
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$ 465 |
OPTIONAL SESSIONS
Session Name | Dates | Times | Arena |
Fees*
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Pre-Junior Warm-Up Week Fall 2023 | Aug 28 - Sept 1, 2023 | 4:00pm - 4:45pm | Piper Arena, ORC | $ 90 |
Winter Warm-Up Week Winter 2024 | Jan 2 - Jan 5, 2024 | TBA | Piper Arena, ORC | TBA |
Junior level STARSkate - Fall/Winter 2023/24
Junior level STARSkate session fees include ice costs only. More information on coaching fees below.
Payment by instalments is optional and may be selected at checkout.
Dryland training is included in the Sunday and Friday ice sessions. Dryland training is encouraged to support balance, coordination flexibility, core awareness and sport specific jumps and spin techniques.
See Optional Sessions chart for additional, by approval sessions available for registration.
Daily Drop-In sessions are available for purchase at an in-club rate of $5/15 mins. Weekday morning ice drop-in rates are priced at $20/session. Skaters wishing to drop-in for a session MUST contact the coaches for approval prior to registration. Contact coachtalia@okotoksskatingclub.ca for approval.
FALL/WINTER 2023-24
Session Name | Start & End Dates | Times | Arena |
Fees*
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Junior Sundays w/ Dryland |
Sept 10, 2023 - March 24, 2024
(No skating: Nov 12, 26 & Dec 17)
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On-Ice: 7:00 AM - 8:15 AM
Dryland: 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
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Piper Arena, ORC
Community Rm, ORC
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$ 430 |
Junior Mondays |
Sept 11, 2023 - March 25, 2024
(No Skating: Oct 9, Feb 19)
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4:00pm - 5:00pm | Piper Arena, ORC | $ 335 |
Junior Wednesdays AM |
Sept 6, 2023 - March 27, 2024
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6:30 AM - 8:00 AM | Piper Arena, ORC | $ 320 |
Junior Fridays w/ Dryland |
Sept 8, 2023 - March 22, 2024
(No Skating: Nov 10, Dec 15.
Dec 22 - On-ice only)
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On-ice: 5:15pm - 6:00pm
Dryland: 6:15pm - 7:00pm
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Piper Arena, ORC
Natural High Fitness, ORC
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$ 355 |
OPTIONAL SESSIONS
Session Name | Dates | Times | Arena |
Fees*
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Junior Monday AM- BY APPROVAL
(Shared w/ Int)
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Sept 11, 2023 - March 25, 2024
(No Skating: Oct 9, Feb 19)
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6:30 AM - 8:00 AM | Piper Arena, ORC | $ 355 |
Junior Wednesday PM (Shared w/ Int) |
Sept 6, 2023 - March 27, 2024
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4:00 PM - 5:00 PM | Piper Arena, ORC | $ 320 |
Junior Warm-Up Week Fall 2023 | Aug 28 - Sept 1, 2023 | 4:00pm - 4:45pm | Piper Arena, ORC | $ 100 |
Jr & Int Winter Warm-Up 2024 | Jan 2 - Jan 5, 2024 | 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM | Piper Arena, ORC | TBA |
Intermediate level STARSkate - Fall/Winter 2023/24
Intermediate level STARSkate session fees include ice costs only. More information on coaching fees below.
Payment by instalments is optional and may be selected at checkout.
Dryland training is included in the Sunday and Friday ice sessions. Dryland training is encouraged to support balance, coordination flexibility, core awareness and sport specific jumps and spin techniques.
NEW PROGRAM - Monday Dryland - Stretch/Strengthen/Style is available to all Intermediate and Senior level skaters. Registration is separate from any ice times.
See Optional Sessions chart for seasonal and in-season sessions available for registration.
Daily Drop-In sessions are available for purchase at an in-club rate of $5/15 mins. Weekday morning ice drop-in rates are priced at $20/session. Skaters wishing to drop-in for a session MUST contact the coaches for approval prior to registration. Contact coachtalia@okotoksskatingclub.ca for approval.
FALL/WINTER 2023-24
Session Name | Start & End Dates | Times | Arena |
Fees*
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Int Sundays
w/ Dryland
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Sept 10, 2023 - March 24, 2024
(No skating: Nov 12, 26 & Dec 17)
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On-Ice: 8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
Dryland: 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
On-Ice: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Piper Arena, ORC
Community Rm, ORC
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$ 610 |
Int Monday AM |
Sept 11, 2023 - March 25, 2024
(No Skating: Oct 9, Feb 19)
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6:30 AM - 8:00 AM | Piper Arena, ORC | $ 335 |
Int Monday
Dryland - Stretch/
Strengthen/
Style
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Sept 11, 2023 - March 25, 2024
(No Class: Oct 9, Feb 19)
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Dryland: 6:45pm - 7:30pm | Community Rm, ORC | $ 90 |
Int Tuesdays |
Sept 5, 2023 - March 26, 2024
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4:00pm - 5:30pm | Piper Arena, OR | $ 475 |
Int Wednesday |
Sept 6, 2023 - March 27, 2024
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4:00pm - 5:00pm | Piper Arena, ORC | $ 320 |
Int Thursdays |
Sept 7, 2023 - March 21, 2024
(No Skating: Dec 7)
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4:00pm - 5:00pm | Piper Arena, ORC | $ 345 |
Int & Sr Fridays 2:30pm |
Sept 8, 2023 - March 22, 2024
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2:30pm - 3:45pm | Piper Arena, ORC | $ 355 |
Int Fridays w/ Dryland |
Sept 8, 2023 - March 22, 2024
(No Skating: Nov 10, Dec 15.
Dec 22 - On-ice only)
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Dryland: 4:45pm - 5:30pm
On-Ice: 5:45pm - 7:00pm
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Natural High Fitness, ORC
Piper Arena, ORC
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$ 490 |
OPTIONAL SESSIONS
Session Name | Dates | Times | Arena |
Fees*
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Int Wednesday AM
(Shared w/ Jr)
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Sept 6, 2023 - March 27, 2024
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6:30 AM - 8:00 AM | Piper Arena, ORC | $ 320 |
Int Warm-Up Week 2023 | Aug 28 - Sept 1, 2023 | 4:45 PM to 6:00 PM | Piper Arena, ORC | $ 125 |
Int & Sr Winter Warm-Up 2024 | Jan 2 - Jan 5, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM | Piper Arena, ORC | TBA |
Senior level STARSkate - Fall/Winter 2023-24
Senior level STARSkate session fees include ice costs only. More information on coaching fees below.
Payment by instalments is optional and may be selected at checkout.
Dryland training is included in the Sunday and Friday ice sessions. Dryland training is encouraged to support balance, coordination flexibility, core awareness and sport specific jumps and spin techniques.
NEW PROGRAM - Monday Dryland - Stretch/Strengthen/Style is available to all Intermediate and Senior level skaters. Registration is separate from any ice times.
See Optional Sessions chart for seasonal and in-season optional sessions available for registration.
Daily Drop-In sessions are available for purchase at an in-club rate of $5/15 mins. Weekday morning ice drop-in rates are priced at $20/session. Skaters wishing to drop-in for a session MUST contact the coaches for approval prior to registration. Contact coachtalia@okotoksskatingclub.ca for approval.
FALL/WINTER 2023-24
Session Name | Start & End Dates | Times | Arena |
Fees*
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Senior
Sundays w/
Dryland
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Sept 10, 2023 - March 24, 2024
(No skating: Nov 12,
On-ice only: Nov 26)
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On-Ice: 8:45 AM - 9:45 AM
Dryland: 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
On-Ice: 11:00 AM - 12:00 pm
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Piper Arena, ORC
Community Rm, ORC
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$ 675 |
Senior Mondays |
Sept 11, 2023 - March 25, 2024
(No Skating: Oct 9, Feb 19)
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On-Ice: 5:00pm - 6:30pm
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Piper Arena, ORC | $ 425 |
Int & Sr Dryland -
Stretch/
Strengthen/
Style
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Sept 11, 2023 - March 25, 2024
(No Skating: Oct 9, Feb 19)
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Dryland: 6:45pm - 7:30pm
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COmmunity Rm, ORC | $90 |
Senior Tuesdays |
Sept 5, 2023 - March 26, 2024
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6:30pm - 8:00pm
TIME CHANGES Sept 5, 12, 19,
26, Oct 31, Dec 19, Mar 19, 26; 5
:30 - 7:00pm
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Piper Arena, ORC | $ 530 |
Senior Wed |
Sept 6, 2023 - March 27, 2024
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7:15pm - 8:30pm
TIME CHANGES Sept 6, 13,
20, 27, Nov 1, Dec 20,
Mar 20, 27; 4:45pm - 5:45pm
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Scott Seaman Rink
LOCATION CHANGES
Sept 6, 13, 20, 37,
Nov 1, Dec 20, Mar 20,
27; Piper Arena
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$ 395 |
Senior Thursdays |
Sept 7, 2023 - March 21, 2024
(No Skating: Dec 7)
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4:45pm - 5:45pm | Piper Arena, ORC | $ 345 |
Int & Senior
Fridays 2:30pm
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Sept 8, 2023 - March 22, 2024
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2:30pm - 3:45pm | Piper Arena, ORC | $ 355 |
Senior Fridays
w/ Dryland
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Sept 8, 2023 - March 22, 2024
(No Skating: Nov 10, Dec 15.
Dec 22 - On-ice only)
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On-Ice: 4:00pm - 5:15pm
Dryland: 5:30pm - 6:15pm
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Piper Arena, ORC
Natural High Fitness, ORC
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$ 490 |
OPTIONAL SESSIONS
Session Name | Dates | Times | Arena |
Fees*
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SR Warm-Up Week 2023 | Aug 28 - Sept 1, 2023 | 6:15pm - 7:30pm | Piper Arena, ORC | $ 120 |
Int & Sr Winter Warm-Up 2024 | Jan 2 - Jan 5, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM | Piper Arena, ORC | TBA |
Need Help?
Contact info@okotoksskatingclub.ca.