January 9, 2024 - 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 Winter season.
Click the links for complete season program info:
CanSkate level sessions are offered 3 times per season - Fall (Sept-Dec), Winter (Jan-March) and Spring (TBA).
Click the links for the Winter schedule and fees:
CANSKATE
PRE-CANSKATE
TEEN/ADULT CANSKATE
Power skating sessions are offered 3 times per season - Fall (Sept-Dec), Winter (Jan-March) and Spring (TBA).
Click the links for the Winter schedule and fees:
PREPOWER
POWER A
POWER B
FEMALE POWERSKATE
Not sure which program to select for your skater? Click here!
REGISTRATION DEADLINES:
CANSKATE/PRE-CANSKATE: January 20, 2024 (or until sessions are full)
PRE-POWER/POWER A & B: January 20, 2024 (or until sessions are full)
Session days and times are subject to change without notice.
OSC reserves the right to cancel or adjust sessions or pricing as deemed necessary by the OSC Board of Directors.
All withdrawals and cancellations will refer to the OSC Cancellation & Refund Policy.
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CanSkate Winter 2024
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.
WINTER 2024 DATES & FEES
Session Name |
Dates |
Times |
Arena |
Program Cost*
|
CanSkate Tuesdays Winter 2024 |
Jan 9, 16, 23, 30, Feb 6, 13, 20, 27, Mar 5, 12 |
5:30pm - 6:15pm |
Piper Arena, ORC |
$ 200 |
CanSkate Wednesday 5pm Winter 2024
|
Jan 10, 17, 24, 31, Feb 7, 14, 21, 28, Mar 6, 13 |
5:00pm - 5:45pm |
Piper Arena, ORC |
$ 200 |
CanSkate Wednesday 6:30pm Winter 2024 |
Jan 10, 17, 24, 31, Feb 7, 14, 21, 28, Mar 6, 13 |
6:30pm - 7:15pm |
Scott Seaman Sports Rink |
$ 200 |
CanSkate Thursday Winter 2024 |
Jan 11, 18, 25, Feb 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, Mar 7, 14 |
5:00pm - 5:45pm |
Piper Arena, ORC |
$200 |
CanSkate Friday Winter 2024 |
Jan 12, 19, 26, Feb 2, 9, 16, 23, Mar 1, 8, 15 |
1:45pm - 2:30pm |
Piper Arena, ORC |
$ 200 |
CanSkate Saturday 10:45am Winter 2024
|
Jan 13, 20, 27, Feb 3, 10, 17, 24, Mar 2, 9, 16 |
10:45am - 11:30am |
Piper Arena, ORC |
$ 200 |
CanSkate Saturday 11:45am Winter 2024 |
Jan 13, 20, 27, Feb 3, 10, 17, 24, Mar 2, 9, 16 |
11:45am - 12:30pm |
Piper Arena, ORC |
$ 200 |
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Additional Fees
Skate Canada Membership Fee 2023-24 - $59
The Skate Canada Membership fee is due once per season and is mandatory for all on-ice participants. This fee is non-refundable and non-transferrable.
The current season dates are Sept 1st, 2023 to August 31st 2024.
Payment is required before any participant may take to the ice. The fee is made up of a registrant fee to both the National office and Section office (Alberta-NWT/Nun), the Safe Sport fee and Injury Benefit Charge.
Available Discounts
Multi-Participant Discount
Register 2 or more participants in the same season on the same invoice and receive $25 off the overall registration. Qualifying registrations will see discount applied at checkout.
Multi-Session Discount
Register your skater for 2 or more weekly sessions and receive the following discounts. Qualifying registrations will see discount applied at checkout.
# of Sessions |
Discount |
2 sessions/week |
10% Discount |
3 sessions/week |
15% Discount |
4 sessions/week |
20% Discount |
Required Equipment
Equipment required: hockey or figure skates, mittens or gloves, and CSA approved hockey helmet.
We DO NOT recommend the "adjustable or expandable" skates.
What's after CanSkate?
Whether you skater has an interest in figure skating, hockey or ringette, we want to help point them in the right direction!
Figure Skating
For skaters interested in joining our intro to figure skating program, called Pre-Junior, skaters must have completed up to Stage 3 of CanSkate and must be able to do the following skills: forwards push/glide sequence, basic skating backwards, stopping, and be able to sustain a 1 foot glide on a curve.
The Pre-Junior program is by invitation by OSC Coaches. Once skaters are able to demonstrate the skills required, OSC coaches will extend an invitation and more information will be provided to you by the Registrar. If you have a CanSkater interested in figure skating, please inform one of our CanSkate coaches at any time. An on-ice assessment may also be arranged for the fee of $10 - contact the Registrar for more info.
Hockey/Ringette
For skaters currently participating in or looking to start playing hockey/ringette, once skaters have completed up to Stage 2 or 3, consider registering for the PrePower power skating session. Offered during our CanSkate sessions, these athletes have the opportunity to skate in their full gear with a stick and focus on power skating skills. PrePower is for any age skater and is offered during most CanSkate sessions.
Pre-CanSkate - Winter 2024
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.
WINTER 2024 DATES & FEES
Session Name |
Dates |
Times |
Arena |
Program Cost*
|
Pre-CanSkate Tuesdays Winter 2024 |
Jan 9, 16, 23, 30, Feb 6, 13, 20, 27, Mar 5, 12 |
5:30pm - 6:00pm |
Piper Arena, ORC |
$ 180 |
Pre-CanSkate Wednesday 5pm Winter 2024
|
Jan 10, 17, 24, 31, Feb 7, 14, 21, 28, Mar 6, 13 |
5:00pm - 5:30pm |
Piper Arena, ORC |
$ 180 |
Pre-CanSkate Wednesday 6:30pm Winter 2024 |
Jan 10, 17, 24, 31, Feb 7, 14, 21, 28, Mar 6, 13 |
6:30pm - 7:00pm |
Scott Seaman Sports Rink |
$ 180 |
Pre-CanSkate Friday Winter 2024 |
Jan 12, 19, 26, Feb 2, 9, 16, 23, Mar 1, 8, 15 |
1:45pm - 2:15pm |
Piper Arena, ORC |
$ 180 |
Pre-CanSkate Saturday 10:45am Winter 2024
|
Jan 13, 20, 27, Feb 3, 10, 17, 24, Mar 2, 9, 16 |
10:45am - 11:15am |
Piper Arena, ORC |
$ 180 |
Pre-CanSkate Saturday 11:45am Winter 2024 |
Jan 13, 20, 27, Feb 3, 10, 17, 24, Mar 2, 9, 16 |
11:45am - 12:15pm |
Piper Arena, ORC |
$ 180 |
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Additional Fees
Skate Canada Membership Fee 2023-24 - $59
The Skate Canada Membership fee is due once per season and is mandatory for all on-ice participants. This fee is non-refundable and non-transferrable.
The current season dates are Sept 1st, 2023 to August 31st 2024.
Payment is required before any participant may take to the ice. The fee is made up of a registrant fee to both the National office and Section office (Alberta-NWT/Nun), the Safe Sport fee and Injury Benefit Charge.
Available Discounts
Multi-Participant Discount
Register 2 or more participants in the same season on the same invoice and receive $25 off the overall registration. Qualifying registrations will see discount applied at checkout.
Multi-Session Discount
Register your skater for 2 or more weekly sessions and receive the following discounts. Qualifying registrations will see discount applied at checkout.
# of Sessions |
Discount |
2 sessions/week |
10% Discount |
3 sessions/week |
15% Discount |
4 sessions/week |
20% Discount |
Required Equipment
Equipment required: hockey or figure skates, mittens or gloves, and CSA approved hockey helmet.
We DO NOT recommend the "adjustable or expandable" skates.
What's after Pre-CanSkate?
At the end of the 10 week program, skaters will receive a report card. If the Coach has assessed that your skater has completed all the skills required for Pre-CanSkate, your skater is now welcome to register for CanSkate. Once a skater has completed Pre-CanSkate, there is not an age restriction For example, if a skater is 4 years old and passed Pre-CanSkate, they can register for CanSkate (as long as Pre-CanSkate was completed at OSC).
If your skater has completed the skills before mid-season, the coaches will look to transition your skater directly onto the CanSkate session offered at the same time as Pre-CanSkate and you will be contacted with more information. As Pre-CanSkate is 30 mins and CanSkate is 45mins, additional program fees may apply (classes are prorated and fees would be $20 or lower).
Teen/Adult CanSkate - Winter 2024
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.
WINTER 2024 DATES & FEES
Session Name |
Dates |
Times |
Arena |
Program Cost*
|
Teen/Adult CanSkate Saturday Winter 2024 |
Jan 13, 20, 27, Feb 3, 10, 17, 24, Mar 2, 9, 16 |
11:45am - 12:30pm |
Piper Arena, ORC |
$ 200 |
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Additional Fees
Skate Canada Membership Fee 2023-24 - $59
The Skate Canada Membership fee is due once per season and is mandatory for all on-ice participants. This fee is non-refundable and non-transferrable.
The current season dates are Sept 1st, 2023 to August 31st 2024.
Payment is required before any participant may take to the ice. The fee is made up of a registrant fee to both the National office and Section office (Alberta-NWT/Nun), the Safe Sport fee and Injury Benefit Charge.
Available Discounts
Multi-Participant Discount
Register 2 or more participants in the same season on the same invoice and receive $25 off the overall registration. Qualifying registrations will see discount applied at checkout.
Required Equipment
Equipment required: hockey or figure skates, mittens or gloves, and CSA approved hockey helmet.
We DO NOT recommend the "adjustable or expandable" skates.
POWER SKATING
PrePower - Winter 2024
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 and it will look very similar to CanSkate.
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.
WINTER 2024 DATES & FEES
Session Name |
Dates |
Times |
Arena |
Program Cost*
|
PrePower Tuesdays Winter 2024 |
Jan 9, 16, 23, 30, Feb 6, 13, 20, 27, Mar 5, 12 |
5:30pm - 6:15pm |
Piper Arena, ORC |
$ 200 |
PrePower Wednesday 6:30pm Winter 2024 |
Jan 10, 17, 24, 31, Feb 7, 14, 21, 28, Mar 6, 13 |
6:30pm - 7:15pm |
Scott Seaman Sports Rink |
$ 200 |
PrePower Saturday 11:45am Winter 2024
|
Jan 13, 20, 27, Feb 3, 10, 17, 24, Mar 2, 9, 16 |
11:45am - 12:30pm |
Piper Arena, ORC |
$ 200 |
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Additional Fees
Skate Canada Membership Fee 2023-24 - $59
The Skate Canada Membership fee is due once per season and is mandatory for all on-ice participants. This fee is non-refundable and non-transferrable.
The current season dates are Sept 1st, 2023 to August 31st 2024.
Payment is required before any participant may take to the ice. The fee is made up of a registrant fee to both the National office and Section office (Alberta-NWT/Nun), the Safe Sport fee and Injury Benefit Charge.
Available Discounts
Multi-Participant Discount
Register 2 or more participants in the same season on the same invoice and receive $25 off the overall registration. Qualifying registrations will see discount applied at checkout.
Multi-Session Discount
Register your skater for 2 or more weekly sessions and receive the following discounts. Qualifying registrations will see discount applied at checkout.
# of Sessions |
Discount |
2 sessions/week |
10% Discount |
3 sessions/week |
15% Discount |
4 sessions/week |
20% Discount |
Required Equipment
Equipment required: CSA approved hockey helmet and stick are mandatory. Full hockey/ringette gear or water bottle is recommended but not mandatory.
For this program, we strongly recommend proper lace-up hockey skates.
What's after PrePower?
Once a skater has completed a full season of PrePower and has reached the age of 6 years old, skaters can look to register for the Power A program. Designed for skaters at the 2nd year Initiation (U7) to 1st year U11 hockey/ringette levels, this 45 min full ice action packed and high energy power skating class focuses on skills, techniques and conditioning drills taught in a progressive format that emphasizes how the skills apply to game situations.
Taught by specially trained NCCP Skate Canada coaches, with many years of experience including overseas training, this is an excellent supplementary program to refine and hone skating skills for life.
Power A is offered three times per season - Fall, Winter and Spring - and is offered as a Warm-Up week in late August to prep for hockey/ringette evaluations. This session is offered as a morning class.
Power A - Winter 2024
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.
WINTER 2024 DATES & FEES
Session Name |
Dates |
Times |
Arena |
Program Cost*
|
Power A Wednesdays Winter 2024 |
Jan 10, 17, 24, 31, Feb 7, 14, 21, 28, Mar 6, 13 |
7:15 AM - 8:00 AM (MORNING) |
Piper Arena, ORC |
$ 270 |
Power A Thursdays Winter 2024 |
Jan 11, 18, 25, Feb 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, Mar 7, 14 |
7:15 AM - 8:00 AM (MORNING) |
Piper Arena, ORC |
$ 270 |
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Additional Fees
Skate Canada Membership Fee 2023-24 - $59
The Skate Canada Membership fee is due once per season and is mandatory for all on-ice participants. This fee is non-refundable and non-transferrable.
The current season dates are Sept 1st, 2023 to August 31st 2024.
Payment is required before any participant may take to the ice. The fee is made up of a registrant fee to both the National office and Section office (Alberta-NWT/Nun), the Safe Sport fee and Injury Benefit Charge.
Available Discounts
Multi-Participant Discount
Register 2 or more participants in the same season on the same invoice and receive $25 off the overall registration. Qualifying registrations will see discount applied at checkout.
Required Equipment
Equipment required: Full hockey/ringette gear including stick, water bottle and CSA approved hockey helmet are mandatory.
What's after Power A?
Once a skater has reached the age of 10 years old and is at the 2nd year U11 level or higher, skaters can look to register for the Power B program. This 45 min full ice program will take existing skills and further develop and enhance a players speed, strength and agility.
Taught by specially trained NCCP Skate Canada coaches, with many years of experience including overseas training, this is an excellent program to continue building up skills trained in Power A and into the higher levels of hockey/ringette.
Power B is offered three times per season - Fall, Winter and Spring - and is offered as a Warm-Up week in late August to prep for hockey/ringette evaluations. This session is offered as a morning class.
Power B - Winter 2024
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.
WINTER 2024 DATES & FEES
Session Name |
Dates |
Times |
Arena |
Program Cost*
|
Power B Winter 2024 (Thursdays) |
Jan 11, 18, 25, Feb 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, Mar 7, 14 |
6:30 AM - 7:15 AM (Morning) |
Piper Arena, ORC |
$ 270 |
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Additional Fees
Skate Canada Membership Fee 2023-24 - $59
The Skate Canada Membership fee is due once per season and is mandatory for all on-ice participants. This fee is non-refundable and non-transferrable.
The current season dates are Sept 1st, 2023 to August 31st 2024.
Payment is required before any participant may take to the ice. The fee is made up of a registrant fee to both the National office and Section office (Alberta-NWT/Nun), the Safe Sport fee and Injury Benefit Charge.
Available Discounts
Multi-Participant Discount
Register 2 or more participants in the same season on the same invoice and receive $25 off the overall registration. Qualifying registrations will see discount applied at checkout.
Required Equipment
Equipment required: Full hockey/ringette gear including stick, water bottle and CSA approved hockey helmet are mandatory.
FEMALE POWERSKATE - Winter 2024
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.
WINTER 2024 DATES & FEES
Session Name |
Dates |
Times |
Arena |
Program Cost*
|
Female Hockey/Ringette Power [2nd Yr U9 to U13] - Winter 2024 |
Jan 10, 17, 24, 31, Feb 7, 14, 21, 28, Mar 6, 13 |
6:30 AM - 7:15 AM (MORNING) |
Piper Arena, ORC |
$ 270 |
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Additional Fees
Skate Canada Membership Fee 2023-24 - $59
The Skate Canada Membership fee is due once per season and is mandatory for all on-ice participants. This fee is non-refundable and non-transferrable.
The current season dates are Sept 1st, 2023 to August 31st 2024.
Payment is required before any participant may take to the ice. The fee is made up of a registrant fee to both the National office and Section office (Alberta-NWT/Nun), the Safe Sport fee and Injury Benefit Charge.
Available Discounts
Multi-Participant Discount
Register 2 or more participants in the same season on the same invoice and receive $25 off the overall registration. Qualifying registrations will see discount applied at checkout.
Required Equipment
Equipment required: Full hockey/ringette gear including stick, water bottle and CSA approved hockey helmet are mandatory.