Program Registrations

**All skate up requests must be made through your coach! Requests made from parents will not be accepted. 

Test points are calculated at:
Freeskate elements = 1/2pt per level
Freeskate program = 1/2pt per level
Skills = 1pt per level
Dance = 1pt per dance group completed (i.e. Dutch Waltz, Canasa, Baby Blues; Swing, Fiesta, Willow), etc. 
   **Dance element tests are not worth any points

STARSkate Development is a 2 day/week program for skaters Stage 4+ or those who have been invited. The focus is on completing CanSkate at an accelerated rate while also having a stronger focus on figure skating specific skills. Figure skates are highly recommended. Groups are smaller and the program includes a station where skaters work on their own with supervision. On-ice sessions are also longer than regular CanSkate sessions.

Skaters must wear figure skates.

Wednesday
5-5:55pm on-ice

Saturday
1:15-1:45pm off-ice TENTATIVE
1:55-2:50pm on-ice

Please see your personal calendar for any schedule changes. 

**All skate up requests must be made through your coach! Requests made from parents will not be accepted. 

Test points are calculated at:
Freeskate elements = 1/2pt per level
Freeskate program = 1/2pt per level
Skills = 1pt per level
Dance = 1pt per dance group completed (i.e. Dutch Waltz, Canasa, Baby Blues; Swing, Fiesta, Willow), etc. 
   **Dance element tests are not worth any points

**All skate up requests must be made through your coach! Requests made from parents will not be accepted. 

Test points are calculated at:
Freeskate elements = 1/2pt per level
Freeskate program = 1/2pt per level
Skills = 1pt per level
Dance = 1pt per dance group completed (i.e. Dutch Waltz, Canasa, Baby Blues; Swing, Fiesta, Willow), etc. 
   **Dance element tests are not worth any points

**All skate up requests must be made through your coach! Requests made from parents will not be accepted. 

Test points are calculated at:
Freeskate elements = 1/2pt per level
Freeskate program = 1/2pt per level
Skills = 1pt per level
Dance = 1pt per dance group completed (i.e. Dutch Waltz, Canasa, Baby Blues; Swing, Fiesta, Willow), etc. 
   **Dance element tests are not worth any points

**All skate up requests must be made through your coach! Requests made from parents will not be accepted. 

Test points are calculated at:
Freeskate elements = 1/2pt per level
Freeskate program = 1/2pt per level
Skills = 1pt per level
Dance = 1pt per dance group completed (i.e. Dutch Waltz, Canasa, Baby Blues; Swing, Fiesta, Willow), etc. 
   **Dance element tests are not worth any points

**All skate up requests must be made through your coach! Requests made from parents will not be accepted. 

Test points are calculated at:
Freeskate elements = 1/2pt per level
Freeskate program = 1/2pt per level
Skills = 1pt per level
Dance = 1pt per dance group completed (i.e. Dutch Waltz, Canasa, Baby Blues; Swing, Fiesta, Willow), etc. 
   **Dance element tests are not worth any points

CanSkate is a learn-to-skate program with 7 stages (Pre-CanSkate – Stage 6) for skaters age 4+. Lessons are given in a group format (one-on-one lessons are not available at this level). CSA approved hockey or ski helmet is mandatory & facemasks are highly recommended for beginner to Stage 3 skaters. Hockey or figure skates are permitted. 

CanSkate is Skate Canada’s flagship learn-to-skate program, designed for children 4 years and up. The program focuses on fun, participation and basic skill development for figure skating, hockey, ringette and speed skating. Pre-CanSkate is offered on the same session as CanSkate and is an early incentive stage for new skaters.

CanSkate...

• develops fundamental skating skills such as forward and backward skating, stopping, turning, edges, crosscuts, posture, pushing, gliding
• is taught in group lesson format led by a NCCP Certified Professional coaches and assisted by trained Program Assistants
• allows skaters progress at their own rate with continuous movement through games, drills, circuits and daily assessments
• requires skaters to wear a CSA approved hockey helmet and mitts/gloves (no bike helmets are permitted)
• requires all skaters, regardless of experience of age, MUST wear a CSA approved hockey or ski helmet on the ice until they have successfully completed Stage 5 and have received approval from the CanSkate Administrator

CanSkate is a learn-to-skate program with 7 stages (Pre-CanSkate – Stage 6) for skaters age 4+. Lessons are given in a group format (one-on-one lessons are not available at this level). CSA approved hockey or ski helmet is mandatory & facemasks are highly recommended for beginner to Stage 3 skaters. Hockey or figure skates are permitted. 

CanSkate is Skate Canada’s flagship learn-to-skate program, designed for children 4 years and up. The program focuses on fun, participation and basic skill development for figure skating, hockey, ringette and speed skating. Pre-CanSkate is offered on the same session as CanSkate and is an early incentive stage for new skaters.

CanSkate...

• develops fundamental skating skills such as forward and backward skating, stopping, turning, edges, crosscuts, posture, pushing, gliding
• is taught in group lesson format led by a NCCP Certified Professional coaches and assisted by trained Program Assistants
• allows skaters progress at their own rate with continuous movement through games, drills, circuits and daily assessments
• requires skaters to wear a CSA approved hockey helmet and mitts/gloves (no bike helmets are permitted)
• requires all skaters, regardless of experience of age, MUST wear a CSA approved hockey or ski helmet on the ice until they have successfully completed Stage 5 and have received approval from the CanSkate Administrator

CanSkate is a learn-to-skate program with 7 stages (Pre-CanSkate – Stage 6) for skaters age 4+. Lessons are given in a group format (one-on-one lessons are not available at this level). CSA approved hockey or ski helmet is mandatory & facemasks are highly recommended for beginner to Stage 3 skaters. Hockey or figure skates are permitted. 

CanSkate is Skate Canada’s flagship learn-to-skate program, designed for children 4 years and up. The program focuses on fun, participation and basic skill development for figure skating, hockey, ringette and speed skating. Pre-CanSkate is offered on the same session as CanSkate and is an early incentive stage for new skaters.

CanSkate...

• develops fundamental skating skills such as forward and backward skating, stopping, turning, edges, crosscuts, posture, pushing, gliding
• is taught in group lesson format led by a NCCP Certified Professional coaches and assisted by trained Program Assistants
• allows skaters progress at their own rate with continuous movement through games, drills, circuits and daily assessments
• requires skaters to wear a CSA approved hockey helmet and mitts/gloves (no bike helmets are permitted)
• requires all skaters, regardless of experience of age, MUST wear a CSA approved hockey or ski helmet on the ice until they have successfully completed Stage 5 and have received approval from the CanSkate Administrator

CanSkate is a learn-to-skate program with 7 stages (Pre-CanSkate – Stage 6) for skaters age 4+. Lessons are given in a group format (one-on-one lessons are not available at this level). CSA approved hockey or ski helmet is mandatory & facemasks are highly recommended for beginner to Stage 3 skaters. Hockey or figure skates are permitted. 

CanSkate is Skate Canada’s flagship learn-to-skate program, designed for children 4 years and up. The program focuses on fun, participation and basic skill development for figure skating, hockey, ringette and speed skating. Pre-CanSkate is offered on the same session as CanSkate and is an early incentive stage for new skaters.

CanSkate...

• develops fundamental skating skills such as forward and backward skating, stopping, turning, edges, crosscuts, posture, pushing, gliding
• is taught in group lesson format led by a NCCP Certified Professional coaches and assisted by trained Program Assistants
• allows skaters progress at their own rate with continuous movement through games, drills, circuits and daily assessments
• requires skaters to wear a CSA approved hockey helmet and mitts/gloves (no bike helmets are permitted)
• requires all skaters, regardless of experience of age, MUST wear a CSA approved hockey or ski helmet on the ice until they have successfully completed Stage 5 and have received approval from the CanSkate Administrator

Metro Masters is for teens/adults at the intermediate/senior level. Instruction is arranged with a private coach. If you are unsure if you qualify for the session please contact Becky at bedfordskatingclub@hotmail.com. Spaces will be open for beginner teens/adults if space permits.

PLEASE NOTE!
Sept.5, 12, 19 & 26, and Mar.13 are 8-9:20pm

MEMBERS OF THIS PROGRAM MUST BE REGISTERED WITH BEDFORD MINOR HOCKEY'S FUNDAMENTALS PROGRAM!

Skaters are required to wear full gear on the ice but sticks are not permitted. This session will focus on basic skating development while sessions at BMO will have more hockey-specific skills.

Fees for this program are included in your BDMHA registration.

PLEASE NOTE: This program is run according to Skate Canada requirements. Ribbons are handed out at the end of each class for those who have earned them that day. EACH SKATER WILL EARN AT LEAST 1 RIBBON THROUGHOUT THE SEASON. 

MEMBERS OF THIS PROGRAM MUST BE REGISTERED WITH BEDFORD MINOR HOCKEY'S IP OR ATOM PROGRAM!

Skaters are required to wear full gear on the ice but sticks are not permitted. Skaters will continue from their FUNdamentals training with more hockey specific skills also being introduced.

Fees for this program are included in your BDMHA registration.