
Pre-CanSkate
Ages: 3-6 years old
Unparented Program
Fees are Prorated based on start date.
• Annual Skate Canada Membership Required
• Mandatory CSA Hockey Helmet
• Proper fitting lace-up style Figure or Hockey Skates
Ideal for young beginners, Pre-CanSkate emphasizes a fun learning environment and an excellent start to learning the 3 fundamental areas of skating: Balance, Control and Agility.
Parent & Tot
Ages: 3-6 years old
Parented Program
Fees are Prorated based on start date.
• Annual Skate Canada Membership Required for BOTH Skater and attending adult (must be 16+)
• Mandatory CSA Hockey Helmet *Helmet optional for attending adult if skill level is adequate
Parent & Tot emphasizes a fun learning environment and an excellent start for skaters who require the additional support.
CanSkate
Ages: 5-12 years old
Unparented Program
Fees are Prorated based on start date.
• Annual Skate Canada Membership Required
• Mandatory CSA Hockey Helmet
• Proper fitting lace-up style Figure or Hockey Skates
Stages 1-6 teaches fundamental skills for all ice sports including: hockey, ringette, figure skating, speed skating and recreational skating.
Learn to Figure Skate
Ages: 5+ years old
Unparented Program
Fees are Prorated based on start date.
• Annual Skate Canada Membership Required
• Mandatory CSA Hockey Helmet
• Proper fitting Figure Skates
• Hair tied away from skater’s face
Learn to Figure Skate is designed as an introduction to figure skating for skaters who have reached CanSkate Stage 3 or above.
PowerSkating
Ages: U9 / U11 / U13
Fees are Prorated based on start date.
• Annual Skate Canada Membership Required
• Mandatory CSA Hockey Helmet
• Full Hockey/Ringette Equipment
PowerSkating is a high-energy program geared to hockey and ringette players looking to level up their skating skills. This program focuses on Balance, Control and Agility and includes components of power and speed.
Junior STARSkate
Ages: 5+
Fees are Prorated based on start date.
• Annual Skate Canada Membership Required
The Junior STARSkate program is suitable for beginner level figure skaters, who have achieved CanSkate Stage 5 skills or equivalent. Private lessons are optional for skaters at this level for an additional fee. Contact us for more details.
Intermediate STAR
The Intermediate STARSkate program is suitable for graduates of the JR STAR program, who can still benefit from group instruction. This program is inclusive of both on-ice instruction and off-ice (fitness) group training.
Private lessons are optional for skaters at this level for an additional fee. Contact us for more details.
Open STAR
At this level, it is essential to work with coaches in a private or semi-private lesson format for customized training focusing on STAR 1-Gold curriculum in the disciplines of FreeSkate, Skating Skills, Ice Dance and Artistic skating.
Students have the opportunity to compete in STARSkate competitions and complete standardized assessments throughout the season when they are ready.
Podium Pathway
Podium Pathway program is designed for skaters who want to progress beyond the STARSkate program and show commitment, enthusiasm and potential to advance into the competitive stream.Strong work ethic is emphasized during each day of training at WHSC. Skaters may compete at Sectionals, Challenge, and/or the Canadian National Championships and may earn the chance to be selected to represent Canada internationally.
REGISTER NOW
Adult & Teen
Learn to Skate
Ages: 18 and Up for Adults and 13 and Up for Teens.
Fees are Prorated based on start date
• Annual Skate Canada Membership Required
The Adult & Teen Skate Program is growing in popularity and offers opportunities for Adult and Teen skaters to learn in group lessons format from basic to advanced levels of skating skills and movements and allows skaters to develop their skating in a fun, social environment.
A CSA approved helmet is optional but strongly recommended for beginner skaters.
Proper fitting Hockey or Figure Skates (very important for preventing foot/ankle injuries and for better skating progression).
Appropriate skating attire (skating dress or athletic wear are acceptable) and must have warm gloves with all fingers mobile (mittens are not recommended).
Complimentary equipment consultation is available.
REGISTER NOW
Adult & Teen
Learn to Figure Skate
Ages: 18 and Up for Adults and 13 and Up for Teens.
Fees are Prorated based on start date
• Annual Skate Canada Membership Required
The Adult & Teen Learn to Figure Skate program offers opportunities for Adult and Teen skaters to learn in group lessons format in a fun, social environment.
On-ice delivery of skating skills will focus on improving and mastering the basic skating skills while progressing to learn intermediate edges, turns, glides, field of moves and elements such as spins, jumps, spirals.
A CSA approved helmet is optional but strongly recommended for beginner skaters. Proper fitting Figure Skates (very important for preventing foot/ankle injuries and for better skating progression).Hair tied back away from skater’s face.
Appropriate skating attire (skating dress or athletic wear are acceptable) and must have warm gloves with all fingers mobile (mittens not recommended).
Complimentary equipment consultation is available.
REGISTER NOW
Adult Only
Skating Sessions
West Hillhurst Skating Club is proud to offer adult-only skating sessions for adult athletes to enjoy a relaxed session to refine their skills and work towards individual goals.
Private lessons available for adult skaters upon request. Additional fees apply. Contact us for more details.