Adult Learn to Skate

(CanSkate for Adults)

Program runs from November 1, 2025 - December 6, 2025

 

Learn to Skate with Confidence – CanSkate for Adults

Whether you're stepping onto the ice for the first time or returning after years away, CanSkate offers a supportive, adult-friendly environment to build your skills and confidence on skates.

What is CanSkate?

CanSkate is a nationally recognized, progressive learn-to-skate program that emphasizes skill development, participation, and enjoyment. Based on Sport Canada’s Long-Term Development (LTD) model, it focuses on physical literacy and the essential skating skills needed for recreational skating or entry into ice sports like hockey, ringette, speed skating, or figure skating.

 

Who is it for?

This program is perfect for adults of all experience levels—whether you're a true beginner, looking to improve your skating for recreational enjoyment, or preparing for another ice sport.

 

What will you learn?

You’ll learn a full range of balance, control, and agility skills, delivered through a six-stage curriculum. These foundational skills will help you move with greater confidence and control on the ice—whether you want to glide around a public rink, join a hockey league, or simply enjoy skating with your family.

 

What can you expect?

Expect fun, movement, and progress! Lessons are taught in a welcoming group setting with a low coach-to-skater ratio (maximum 1:10), allowing for personalized instruction. Sessions are upbeat and engaging, using music, equipment, and positive reinforcement to make learning enjoyable. 

 

What do you need to participate?

All you need to get started are properly fitted skates, a CSA-approved hockey helmet, warm layers (jacket or sweater, long pants, mittens), and a willingness to try something new!

 

Additional information:

 

Family Discounts:

The Sioux Lookout Skating Club will be offering the following discounts for the 2025- 2026 season:

A discount to registration fees of 5% for 2 skaters in the family,  10% for 3 skaters in the family and a 15% discount for 4 skaters or more in the family.

Family members include all skaters in an immediate family.

*Once payment is made in full, a family refund for the discount will be issued. 

 

Refund Policy:

Refunds are provided under specific conditions as outlined in this policy. Refunds will be processed in a fair and timely manner, ensuring that both the club and its members are treated equitably.

Refund requests must be made in writing with a reason clearly stated. A medical note must accompany medical related requests.
The request should include:

• Member’s name and contact information, email address

• Reason for the refund request

• Supporting documentation (if applicable)

• Date of withdrawal or cancellation

Membership fees are generally non-refundable such as Skate Canada fee. Exceptions may be considered in cases of medical reasons and are subject to the approval of the Board of Directors.

Program fees may be refunded at the discretion of the Board of Directors/Program Leadership. A refund may be issued under the following conditions:

1. Withdrawal before the start of the program: Full refund minus a processing fee.

2. Withdrawal within the first two weeks of the program: Prorated refund minus a processing fee.

3. Withdrawal after the first two weeks of the program: No refund, except in exceptional circumstances such as medical reasons, supported by documentation.