Learning to skate

Our Parent & Tot classes are designed for young skaters ages 2.5–4 to experience the ice alongside a parent or guardian. These classes focus on building comfort on the ice through basic movement, balance, marching, games, and introductory skating skills while helping children develop confidence and coordination. No prior skating experience is required. 

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It all starts here! Children ages 3-5 will begin in our First Steps class. Once they pass all 4 levels of "Ice Explorers", they are able to sign up for Basic 3 in our Advanced Foundations program, or Hockey Learn-to-Play.

Levels

• Ice Explorers 1: First Steps
• Ice Explorers 2: Balance & Marching
• Ice Explorers 3: Glide & Stop Basics
• Ice Explorers 4: Confidence & Control

Beginning Foundations (Youth)

Grouped Classes by ages; 6-11 or 12-17

Designed for beginner skaters ages 6+ with little to no prior skating experience. Skaters will learn the fundamentals of skating, including balance, standing up safely, forward skating, stopping, turning, and basic coordination skills while building confidence and comfort on the ice in a fun and supportive environment.

Levels

• Basic 1 (First Steps)
• Basic 2

‍Advanced Foundations (Youth)

Grouped Classes by ages; 6-11 or 12-17

Designed for skaters who have mastered introductory skills and are ready to continue developing stronger edges, crossovers, backward skating, speed, control, and overall skating technique in preparation for more advanced skating pathways.

‍Levels

• Basic 3 through Basic 6

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Adult Skating Foundations

Ages 18+

Our Adult Skating Foundations classes follow the same skill progression as our youth "Skating Foundations" program, adapted specifically for adult learners. These classes are designed for beginners through advanced beginners. No experience is required. 

Beginning Foundations Levels

• Adult 1 (First Steps)
• Adult 2

‍Advanced Foundations

• Basic 3 through Basic 6

Our Hockey Skating Program is designed for skaters ages 6 and up who are interested in developing strong hockey skating fundamentals, including speed, agility, edges, and power.

To ensure proper skill progression, skaters must complete Basic 1 & 2 (Beginning Foundations) before enrolling in Hockey Learn-to-Play.

Skaters who have completed Ice Explorers 1–4 (or equivalent beginner levels) are eligible to enroll in Future Caps (ages 5-9) or in Hockey Academy, where they will continue developing more advanced hockey skating skills such as acceleration, stopping, turning, and directional control in a fast-paced, athletic environment.