Junior Academy & Primary

Revelstoke Skating Club (RSC) is a Skate Canada affiliated club and we are proud to offer their programs. Junior Academy has been designed as a bridge between CanSkate and StarSkate and is an introductory program to the sport of figure skating. Skaters should have been recommended from CanSkate or have auditioned with our coaches to register. Primary is the first level of StarSkate and skaters in this level participate in group lessons with Junior Academy until a coach recommends them to join the Intermediate cohort.

Program Details

Ice Time: 1-hour group lesson, twice a week
Dryland: 45-minute class, once a week. Skaters are expected to participate in as many dryland classes as they are able to attend. Many skills are developed in dryland classes off ice.

2025/26 Season Fees

$600 + $58.65 Skate Canada Membership

Skates, Helmets & Attire

Skaters are expected to wear somewhat form-fitting clothing so the coach can observe their posture and position while skating. Skates should be true figure skates with good ankle support. Helmets are required until a skater joins the Intermediate level.

Club Gear

We carry a variety of sizes of skates, tights, skate guards and more. Ask us at the rink or email us at revskateclub@gmail.com.

Skate Sharpeners/Retailers

Blade Runner Skate Services in Vernon, Skater’s Edge in Port Coquitlam, and Cyclone Taylor in Vancouver all offer a variety of figure skate options in-store and online. Dolson’s Source for Sports and Sportchek also carry suitable skate options through their websites. You may also find used skates through Consignor Sports, Blade Runner Skate Service, or Facebook Marketplace.

Skate Care

For a great explanation of skate choice and maintenance, check out the Kamloops Skate Club’s Guide. Skates should be sharpened regularly and kept rust- and nick-free. Always dry blades after skating with a towel and use blade guards to protect them. This helps preserve the integrity of the skates and teaches skaters good habits early on.

Parent Expectations

All skaters must either be self-sufficient or have a designated adult present. Once a skater leaves the ice, they are no longer supervised by the coaches, who must remain on the ice. Skaters must ask permission to leave the ice and are then the responsibility of their parents. If you need to speak with a coach, please wait until after the session has ended. Skaters who do not follow on-ice behavior expectations may be asked to leave the ice. This ensures safety for all. Disrespectful or abusive language will not be tolerated and may result in disciplinary action by the club or coaches.

Volunteer Hours & Fundraising

RSC is a non-profit run by a volunteer board. We ask families to support fundraising activities and volunteer where possible. This participation helps keep program costs low and supports the continued success of our club. As skaters advance, their family’s contribution to volunteering is expected to grow.

Fundraising requirements per family (regardless of the number of skaters): Option 1) Opt Out: A $100 fee will be collected at the time of registration. If you choose to opt out of fundraising, this fee will not be returned. Option 2) Fundraise: Purchase $1000 worth of gift cards and the $100 fundraising fee will be returned to you at the end of the season.

WhatsApp Group

If you’d like to join the “Junior/Primary Parent” WhatsApp group, please email your name, skater’s name, and phone number to revskateclub@gmail.com. Note: WhatsApp groups are not monitored by the club for accuracy of information.