Oak Bay Figure Skating Club

Skating Starts Here!

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Having taught millions the skills needed to achieve their recreational and competitive dreams on the ice, Skate Canada's CanSkate is the best learn-to-skate program in Canada. Period.

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Designed for beginners of all ages—including children, adults, and athletes with disabilities (AWAD)—CanSkate helps you improve basic skating skills for figure skating, hockey, ringette, or speed skating, while promoting fitness and fun.

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We work with a nationally tested curriculum that focuses on balance, control, and agility while empowering skaters to hone essential skills, in a safe and friendly environment.

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Why Choose CanSkate at Oak Bay?

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The CanSkate program at Oak Bay Figure Skating Club offers a dynamic and engaging experience for skaters of all ages and abilities. Here’s what sets our program apart:

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• 45-Minute High-Energy Sessions: Each session is structured to maximize learning, movement, and fun, keeping skaters active and engaged for the full duration.

• Full Ice Usage: Skaters benefit from using the entire ice surface during every session, allowing for more space to explore, practice, and refine their skills.

• Continuous Skill Development: Our sessions are designed so skaters are always on the move—learning new techniques, developing foundational skills, and reinforcing what they’ve learned

•  Expert Instruction: All sessions are led by nationally certified NCCP coaches. Most CanSkate sessions are taught directly by our Director of Skating, Kirsten, along with two Regional Coaches and four CanSkate-trained coaches—providing an exceptional 7-coach team per session to ensure individualized attention and quality instruction.

• Supportive Program Assistants: In addition to our coaching staff, experienced and enthusiastic volunteer skaters serve as Program Assistants, helping to support both coaches and young skaters on the ice.

• Progress-Based Level Advancement: Skaters advance through levels as they are ready—there is no need to wait until the end of a session to move up. Coaches assess skaters regularly during each session, based on readiness and skill mastery. While not every skater is assessed in every session, evaluations are ongoing, and progress is carefully tracked.

• Recognition of Achievement: As skaters complete skill levels, they are awarded official CanSkate ribbons and badges to celebrate their accomplishments and motivate continued growth.

• Long-Term Athlete Development (LTAD): CanSkate is grounded in Sport Canada’s LTAD model, promoting healthy physical literacy and a lifelong love for sport.

• Skate Rentals Available: While we recommend skaters bring their own properly fitted skates, rentals and helmets are available for those who need them.

 

On-going pro-rated registration.  To register simply click here ​​to register go to our registration page.  You won't regret it!

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Looking ahead to summer?  We will have half-day camps that utilize the FUNdamentals of CanSkate to teach your skaters and help them have a fun summer!

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Adults and Teens 13+

You can register in our CanSkate Program or our Adult Learn to Skate Lessons

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