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ICE SHOW 2011
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Programs 2010/2011 Skating Year
 

Most of the programs offered have not changed from last year, however if you are new to our Club here's a brief rundown of what we offer:

  

LEARN TO SKATE

Children ages 3-5 years old learn the fundamental basics of skating in a safe and fun environment.  Half-hour sessions offer music, games, and continuous learning with a certified instructor.  Skaters are rewarded with badges, stickers, and colouring sheets!  CSA approved skating helmets are mandatory.  Parents are welcome on the ice for the first week, but must acknowledge our new On Ice Policy 

Tuesday & Thursday,

1st Session:   October – November  (8 Weeks & Dates to be confirmed) 

2nd Session:  January – February (8 Weeks & Dates to be confirmed)         

 

****One Fundraising Commitment and One Volunteer Commitment****  

 

 

CANSKATE 

Skaters ages 5 and up continue to learn and master the fundamental skating skills of balance, turning, jumping, skating forwards/backwards, and stopping.  Taught by certified coaches, skaters are placed in level appropriate groups to enhance learning.  Great environment for Fun, Fitness, Learning, and Friendship!  CSA approved skating helmets are mandatory.

Tuesday & Thursday,

October – March  (21 Weeks) 

Non-Skating Dates: TBA

 

****Two Fundraising Commitments and Two Volunteer Commitments**** 

 

Jr. STARSKATE (Intro)

Skills, Tests, Achievement, Recognition:  This is what Jr. StarSkate is all about!  Our Jr. StarSkate program is a recreational program where skaters begin to focus on figure skating, while continuing to enhance their skating skills.  This program is taught in a group format with a certified coach.  Skaters will be continuously assessed, and have opportunities to compete if they would like to.  Skaters may also move from this program into semi-private or private lessons upon coach recommendation.  Off-Ice Jump & Conditioning is available too, and recommended for, skaters at this level.

Monday & Thursday,

September – March  (22 Weeks)

Non-Skating Dates:  TBA
 
 ****Two Fundraising Commitments and Two Volunteer Commitments**** 

 

 

STARSKATE

For competitive and recreational figure-skaters, semi- and private lessons are offered.  Fees charged by the club are ice fees only; private lesson fees are paid directly to the skater’s coach.  StarSkate is designed to allow each skater to reach their potential, through private instruction, practice time, and competition (if desired).  Off-Ice Jump & Conditioning is mandatory for skaters working on their Preliminary Skate or higher.  Skating Dress Code is in effect at all times.

Monday - Friday

September  – March  (23 Weeks)

Non-Skating Dates:  TBA

  

 Fundraising and volunteer commitments to be announced

 

OFF-ICE JUMP & CONDITIONING  ****NEW DATES****

Mandatory for skaters working on their Preliminary Skate or higher, and recommended for Senior and Junior StarSkate.

Thursday, 7:00-8:00pm in the SHAW Room at the KNRRC

Friday,

Start Time TBA

Note:  Some sessions may be cancelled due to competitions.

***All Participants are required to have proper running shoes and yoga mats***

  

 

POWERSKATING taught by Jim Fleming

A fast-paced learning environment where hockey and ringette skaters will learn the basic skating skills required to excel in their sport.  Balance, stopping, starts, proper skating technique, strides, and turns are taught in small group formats, incorporating drills and games.  Skaters are required to wear full hockey gear, and bring their sticks.

Wednesday,

1st Session (Ages 7 and under):    September  – November  (6 weeks)

2nd Session (Ages 7 and up):         November – December  (6 weeks)

3rd Session (Ages 5 – 8):                January  – February  (6 weeks)

No Fundraising Requirement

 

  

CHILDREN’S FITNESS TAX CREDIT

 

All fees paid to the Beaumont Skating Club in 2010 (to a maximum of $500) for children ages 16 and under, are eligible for the Children’s Fitness Tax Credit.  Receipts for all registration paid in 2010 will be issued in January 2011.

 

Further information on the Children’s Fitness Tax Credit can be found at

www.cra-arc.gc.ca

 

Club E-Mail:  beaumontskatingclub@shaw.ca

Registration, Twila Warwarick, 780-929-8489

 

Information on coaches, schedules, newsletters and events can be found at

www.beaumontskatingclub.com .

 

 

We always have Board Member positions available.  Becoming a member of the skate club executive will count towards your fundraising requirement for this year, and will reduce your fees in your second year.  For information please email us at beaumontskatingclub@shaw.ca