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PreCan/CanSkate

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Revelstoke Skating Club (RSC) is a Skate Canada affiliated club and we are proud to offer their programs. CanSkate uses nationally tested and proven curriculum and delivery methods that guarantee skater success in developing stronger basic skills—faster. The focus is action, movement, and fun! Lessons are given in a group format with a coach-to-student ratio of a maximum 1:10. Skaters progress at their own rate and coaches make sessions active using teaching aids, upbeat music, and a wide variety of activities that create a motivational environment and promote learning. Badges, ribbons, and other incentives are used to benchmark skaters’ progress and reward effort and participation.

Program Details

Pre-CanSkate: For children 3–5 years of age with limited skating experience. 45-minute group lesson, once a week.

CanSkate: For children able to stand and move independently on the ice, or who have completed Pre-CanSkate or CanSkate levels. 45-minute group lesson, twice a week.

Schedule

2025/26 Season Fees

Pre-CanSkate: $240 + $58.65 Skate Canada Membership

CanSkate: $450 + $58.65 Skate Canada Membership

Skates, Helmets & Attire

  • Skates that fit are a must—they are crucial to your child’s learning. When buying used skates, ensure they still have excellent ankle support and are not going soft at the ankles, and that blades are nick- and rust-free. New skates should be sharpened before use. For a great guide to skate fit and maintenance, see the Kamloops Skate Club’s Guide.
  • CSA-approved helmets are required.
  • Early on, children may spend time on the ice sitting, lying, and learning to get up. Choose warm, non-restrictive clothing, waterproof mittens, and good base layers; avoid slippery or bulky clothing and hockey mitts.

Skate Care

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 preserves the integrity of the skates and builds good habits early on.

Parent Expectations

All children must have a designated adult in attendance during skating. Once a skater leaves the ice surface, they are the responsibility of their parent/guardian. If you need to speak with a coach, please wait until after the session has ended. We encourage parents to sit in the stands (not on the players’ bench) so skaters can focus. Skaters who are unable to meet on-ice behaviour expectations may be asked to leave the ice for safety reasons. For insurance reasons, parents are not permitted on the ice.

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.

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