Skills, Tests, Achievement, Recognition – this is what STARSkate is all about!

STARSkate

Program Information

At the STAR Skating Level the coaches and the LTAD model recommend that skaters participate in 3-4 sessions of skating a week.

Skaters will continue to develop their skills within the areas of Freeskate (jumps, spins), Skills (edges, turns & field moves) and Dance (turns, step sequences & dance patterns). At this level of skating, the instruction needs to become more targeted to the individual athlete.

Off-ice

As skills become more challenging, off ice plays a key element in athlete development.

Off-ice helps to develop flexibility, agility and strength, while supporting skaters in

practicing new skills on land. Skaters are required to wear running shoes and clothing

that allows them to move and stretch easily and safely.

Lesson Format

Skaters at this level are encouraged to participate in private lessons, to support their

growth in the sport. Private lessons can take different forms; private (one on one

instruction), semi-private (2 skaters) and small group (3 or more skaters). Coaches

use semi-private and small group lessons when there are skaters working on the same

skills or elements (this can help to keep the cost of lessons down). Please contact the

coaches if you have questions about private lessons or coaching fees

Goal Setting

Goal setting is key in supporting skaters to reach their potential. Coaches will be sending an email in August so a goal setting session can be set up at the beginning of September. Coaches, parents and skaters all need to have a common understanding of what they are aiming for. This can be aided by setting goals and creating an action plan. Coaches will connect with you across the year to hold a check-in session to review your skaters progress

Competitions

There may be opportunities over the season for skaters to participate in competition.

Coaches will send out an email prior to registration opening to inform you of the

upcoming opportunities. Different competitions target different competitive levels and

coaches will ensure they match your child’s competitive level with the opportunities

available across the season.

Assessment

Coach assessment of your skater is a very important part of a skater’s development. Your Coach will decide which assessment your skater is prepared for and will advise you when an assessment will be done. Assessments will follow Skate Canada's Star1 - Gold guidelines

Junior skater (Star 1 to 2)

Skating Skills: Preliminary, Junior Bronze
Free Skating: Preliminary, Junior Bronze
Dance: Preliminary, Junior Bronze
Interpretive: Introductory

Intermediate skater (Star 3 to 4)

Skating Skills: Senior Bronze, Junior Silver
Free Skating: Senior Bronze, Junior Silver
Dance: Senior Bronze, Junior Silver
Interpretive: Bronze

Senior skater (Star 5 to Gold)

Skating Skills: Senior Silver, Gold
Free Skating: Senior Silver, Gold
Dance: Senior Silver, Gold, Diamond
Interpretive: Silver, Gold

Click Here for more information on BSC Assessments.

Click here for a link to Skate Canada's Assessment Information

Equipment

sharpened figure skates
skating dresses or leggings with tights
snug fitting sweaters (no hoodies)
gloves
running shoes for off ice training
water bottle

Fundraising & Volunteering

This season's fundraiser will be a 50/50 cash raffle. Stay tuned for more details.