CanPowerSkate is an action-packed, high energy instructional power skating program geared to hockey and ringette skaters that focuses on balance, power, agility, speed and endurance. Skills, techniques and conditioning drills are taught in a progressive format that emphasizes how the skills apply to game situations. CanPowerSkate provides an alternative to figure skating and is an excellent complement for those athletes playing on hockey or ringette teams. Its unique skill award program provides incentives and motivation for skaters to continue to achieve.
NOTE: Separate 10-week fall (October – December) and 10-week winter (January – March) sessions will be offered. Must have passed CanSkate Stage 2 or equivalent (ie, completed CHIPS), or be able to skate the length of the ice. Hockey stick, C.S.A. approved hockey helmet with full face protection and full hockey equipment required. Registration limited to 24.