Building Strong Foundations

Skating School

Our Skating School is a beginner-focused learn-to-skate program designed for children ages 2–8 with little to no skating experience. The program is intended to introduce young children to the ice in a safe, fun, and encouraging environment where they can become comfortable on skates while developing fundamental skating skills. Instruction is provided by our amateur coaches, who focus on helping skaters build confidence, improve balance, learn basic forward strides, and develop the foundational skills needed to enjoy skating. This is not a high-performance, professional coaching, hockey, or figure skating program, and is not intended to provide advanced technical instruction. The goal of the program is to give children a positive first experience on the ice and establish the basic skating skills and confidence that will prepare them to participate in hockey, figure skating, or other skating programs in the future.

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Program Overview

Fall 2026 Session:
TBA
Registration opens mid-August.

Winter 2027 Session:
TBA
Registration opens mid-November.

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Details

  • Pricing Fall 2026 TBA
  • Sessions Run Fall & Winter
  • Length 8–12 weekly sessions per season
  • Format 1-on-1 instruction with coaches
  • Ages From ages 2-8 years, no skating experience required
  • Focus Balance, stride development, and ice confidence
  • Time Slots 8:30 AM – 9:00 AM
  • Time Slots 9:05 AM - 9:35 AM
  • Time Slots 9:40 AM - 10:10 AM
  • Time Slots 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
  • Time Slots 10:50 AM - 11:20 AM
  • Time Slots 11:25 AM - 11:55 AM

Important Info & Preparation Instructions

What to Wear

Please ensure your child arrives dressed properly for comfort and safety:

  • Mandatory: CSA-approved hockey helmet with full cage

  • Skates: Supportive hockey or figure skates (no bob skates)

  • Clothing: Warm layers — snow/slush pants, winter coat, warm gloves

  • Backup: Extra pants if wearing sweatpants (in case of falls)

⚠️ Note: Bob skates, bike helmets, and ski helmets are not permitted. Children without proper gear will not be allowed on the ice.

How to Prepare

  • Sharpen Skates Before the First Class: Skates can be sharpened during weekday evenings at Gateway’s pro shop or local stores like Pro Hockey Life or Sport Chek.

  • Parent Access: Parents are not permitted on the ice unless approved and properly equipped with skates and helmet.

  • Skating Aids: Available in various sizes and provided as needed.

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Registration & Payment

  • Deposit: 50% required to secure your spot

  • Balance: Due between Class 3 and Class 5. Fall 2026 due on or before TBD

  • Confirmation: Registration is not complete until deposit is received

Payment Options:

Refund Policy:

  • Refunds available before the session begins

  • No refunds/credits once session has started. If applicable, e-transfer refunds are subject to a $5 administration fee

  • Missed classes are non-refundable and non-creditable

Disclaimers & Expectations

  • Coaches are amateur instructors, focused on creating a fun, low-pressure experience — not professional coaching.

  • Children are encouraged but never forced to participate.

  • Parents are responsible for managing their child’s behavior.

  • Disrespectful or aggressive behavior toward staff will result in removal from the program without refund.

  • Please direct concerns to Coach Sarah during the program.

Contact Information

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