LEARN TO SKATE PROGRAMS 2022-23
Spring Session - Register HERE
Fall Session:
Tuesdays: October 18-December 20, 2022
Fridays: October 7-December 16, 2022 - no class November 11
Winter Session:
Tuesdays: January 10-March 14, 2023
Fridays: January 13-March 17, 2023
Spring Session:
Tuesdays: April 18-May 30, 2023
Wednesdays: April 19-May 31, 2023
*condensed to 7-week session
Southdale Skating
$70 for Spring 7 week session (30 min classes) + $15 Laker Fee.
Must watch lesson from stands inside rink or inside lobby only. No viewing from gate or along rink glass. Participant only on ice, no parent participation. Required to wear freshly washed gloves on ice (winter style gloves.)
SPRING SESSION
Wednesday Daytime Classes:
Preschool (born 2017-19): Children ages 3-5. Children will work on the
basics of skating and developing balance, strength and ability on the
ice. Focus on fun through skating. (Wednesday 12:30-1:00pm)
Kinderhockey (born 2017-19): Children ages 3-5.
Children can get on the ice and play just for fun. Skating development,
games and fun. Instructor led. Children must have some previous
skating. Must be able to stand and move on their own. Skates, Helmet and
stick required. (Wednesday 1:15-2:00pm)
Tuesday Evening Classes:
Preschool Level 1 (born 2017-19): Children ages 3-5.
are instructed in basic skating skills using games, fun and
interaction. Must be 3 years old to participate. Child only
participation. (Tuesday 4:15-4:45pm)
Preschool Level 2 (born 2017-19): Children ages 3-5.
Must have passed preschool 1. Children will continue to work on the
basics of skating and developing balance, strength and ability on the
ice. Focus on fun through skating. (Tuesday 4:15-4:45)
Skating Foundations Level 1 (2017+): Children aged 5+. For the new skater to learn fundamentals including standing up, stopping, balance & forward skating. Child-only participation (no guardian on ice.) (Tuesday 4:15-4:45pm or 4:45-5:15pm)
Skating Foundations Level 2 (2017+): Children aged 5+. Continues to work on the basics while introducing new skills. Must have passed Foundations 1. (Tuesday 4:45-5:15pm or 5:15-5:45pm)
Skating Foundations Levels 3-4: Skill progression while introducing new elements. Must have passed Foundations 2. (Tuesday 5:15-5:45pm)
Skating Foundations Level 5: Skill progression including new turns, transitions, speed and agility. Must have passed Foundations 4. (Tuesday 5:45-6:15pm)
Adult/Teen Learn to Skate (2010+): For those that would like to learn the basics of skating that didn't have a chance when they were younger! No experience necessary - skates and gloves required. (Tuesday 5:15-5:45)
Intro Power Skating (born 2014 or older). Children ages 8+ must have skating experience. Non-sport participants (hockey/ringette) must have passed foundations level 2. This class is not a learn to skate class. It is a power skating class. Skates, helmet, stick required. (Tuesday 5:45-6:15)
Our coaches offer direction addressing the development of foundation skills in skating to enhance Hockey, Ringette and other skating pursuits. Coaches have experience working with athletes from a grassroot level to Canada Games participants to college to professional athletes. Our aim is to help each individual excel by working on weaknesses and building on strengths.
Requirements for each program must be adhered to when registering for a skating class.
Class time is on your receipt: Please review prior to first class. There will be no time change following registration. You are only allowed on your ice times.
All age limits are to be followed. No exceptions when registering.
If skaters need to move to a different class, coaches will determine and move them.
Instructors will not be communicating with parents during class time.
Parent is required to be upstairs watching the classes please.
You are required to supply your own equipment.
No parent will enter the ice surface, all classes are instructor-led with skaters only.
No parent will enter the box at any time.
Parents will not yell or instruct children from the sidelines during program or they will be asked to leave.
Welcome to Southdale skating programs. You require a CSA approved helmet, warm clothing layered (prefer no ski pants) mitts or gloves, ice skates. Please review description for your program in case there are additional requirements.
Remember all skaters develop in their own way. We support all skater’s abilities and will encourage them to learn, grow and love to skate.
Class sizes are limited (Times subject to change)