Teen/Adult CanSkate

AdultSkate… What’s it all about?

Adult skating is growing in popularity and more and more clubs are offering recreational, test and competitive opportunities to this segment of the population. Adults participate in CanSkate and STARSkate programs. Adult championships currently provide opportunities to adult skaters to experience the challenge of a competition in a fun, social environment.

The Mayfield Figure Skating Club is on board offering group lesson formats where adult skaters of all levels can skate at their own pace, learn some new skills and get some exercise. It’s never too late to learn to skate! Come and join in the fun!

Who’s it for?

For adult beginners, as well as for those wishing to continue a healthy, lifelong participation in the sport they love and learned at an earlier age. AdultSkaters can also participate in the STARSkate program.

AdultSkate Classes

AdultSkaters participate in the Adult CanSkate sessions. The Adult CanSkate session begins with a coach-led group warm-up, followed by group lessons in a 4 station format which focus on Balance, Agility, Skills and a Fun Zone.

AdultSkaters ready for figure skating skills participate in the Adult Junior STAR program in a group lesson format. In addition to the group lessons, drop-in private lessons are available.

Assessments

Adult STARSkaters may take Skate Canada assessments (although not mandatory) at organized assessment sessions. Coaches will inform skaters when they are ready for an assessment.

Competitions

AdultSkaters participating in the STARSkate program may attend competitions. For age categories and program requirements, click here.

Skate Canada Helmet Policy

All skaters in our CanSkate (Pre-CanSkate, CanSkate, Adult CanSkate, CanPowerSkate and Pre-STARSkate) programs are required to have a CSA approved helmet that is no more than 5 years old. Please refer to the sticker on the back of the helmet to ensure your helmet is not expired. Skaters (regardless of age) are required to wear a CSA approved helmet until they have earned the Stage 5 badge and have permission from their coach.

Clubs and skating schools must ensure this policy is enforced during all skating activities including competitions, carnival days or any other special on ice activities throughout the season for this level of skater.

In general, anyone who lacks good control/balance when skating forward, backward and has difficulty stopping, as well as maneuvering around obstacles on the ice must wear a CSA approved hockey helmet.