Patrick Chan, Olympic medalist and World men’s figure skating champion.

Based on Sport Canada’s long term athlete development (LTAD) principles, CanSkate centers on physical literacy and the fundamental skills needed to take part in any ice sport or to skate as a recreational activity. Parents will be contacted by a coach to facilitate this move. CanSkate Graduates.
All skaters must have properly fitted and sharpened skates. The program is the first of its kind offered on PEI.
Children are taught basic skating fundamentals, with a focus on continuous movement and creative play. Pre-CanSkate – Ages 3 and 4. CanSkate is a dynamic learn-to-skate program that focuses on fun, participation and basic skill development.

Canskate Sledge Hockey Program. • 2015 Summer - CanSkate • 2015 Summer - JEA and Beginner STARSkate • 2015 Winter - Hockey Skills • 2015-2016 Fall/Winter - CanSkate/Pre-CanSkate & Hockey Skills This Skate Canada National Program is a learn-to-skate program designed for children three and four years of age. The new program also includes specific skills that pertain to hockey, ringette, speed skating and figure skating. Exciting news - CanSkate just got better!! The Advanced CanSkate session is for skaters who have already completed badge #2 in the CanSkate program.

Based on Sport Canada’s long term athlete development (LTAD) principles, CanSkate centers on physical literacy and the fundamental skills needed to take part in any ice sport or to skate as a recreational activity. CanSkate promotes fun, fitness and participation.

All of these skills are fundamental for any ice sports such as hockey, ringuette, speed skating and figure skating. Tessa Virtue & Scott Moir, Olympic and World ice dance champions. Parents/guardians are requested to remain at the rink during sessions to assist their children if needed. The CANSkate program is a learn to skate program focused on teaching basic skating skills like skating forward and backwards, stops, turns, spins and jumps. CanSkate is the Skate Canada flagship learn-to-skate program.

Skaters in this program work towards completing their Pre-CanSkate ribbon. Some of the best skaters in the world learned to skate with CanSkate including Olympic figure skaters, Olympic speed skaters, men’s and women’s Olympic hockey players and NHL players. It provides kids with the best foundation for figure skating and hockey and introduces a healthy, life long activity at an early age. CSA approved Hockey helmets are mandatory for all CanSkate and Pre-CanSkate Programs. Some of the best skaters in the world learned to skate with CanSkate including Olympic figure skaters, Olympic speed skaters, men’s and women’s Olympic hockey players and NHL players.

ParaSport and Recreation PEI is excited to offer a brand new CanSkate Sledge Program in partnership with Skate Canada Prince Edward Island, Sherwood Figure Skating Club, and Summerside Figure Skating Club. This is the fast track program that leads into our “Rising Stars” program for figure skating as well as improves speed and agility for skaters who aspire to move into hockey, ringette, or speed skating.

Tessa Virtue & Scott Moir, Olympic and World ice dance champions. • Pre-CanSkate - 2 ½ - … CanSkate – Ages 4 and up CanSkate is a dynamic learn-to-skate program that focuses on fun, participation and basic skill development. CanSkate is Skate Canada’s flagship learn-to-skate program that focuses on fun, participation and basic skill development. Movement to the CanSkate program will be ongoing throughout the season.

Based on Sport Canada’s long term athlete development (LTAD) principles, CanSkate centers on physical literacy and the fundamental skills needed to take part in any ice sport or to skate as a recreational activity. No skate rentals available. Patrick Chan, Olympic medalist and World men’s figure skating champion.