MCMASTER FIGURE SKATING DEVELOPMENT
Our Programs
Whether you're just starting out or a former competitive skater, the McMaster Figure Skating Development Team has the program for you!
ADULT LEARN 2 SKATE
Adult Learn to Skate is for complete beginners who have never skated before to individuals with some figure skating experiences! Seasons are structured into one hour group lessons.
WHEN: Monday 10:40pm-11:30pm
Term 1: September - December (10 sessions)
Term 2: January - March (10 sessions)
WHERE: Olympic Westoby Arena
SKILL LEVEL REQUIRED:
Approximately CanSkate 1-6.
FREEKSKATE A
Freeskate A is designed for introductory figure skaters who have completed the Learn-To-Skate programs and may have completed some Skate Canada Tests. Optional coaching will be available at no additional charges for private, semi-private and group lessons for dance, freeskate and skills. Lessons are taught by certified coaches.​​​
WHEN: Tuesday 9:40pm-10:40pm
Term 1: September - December (10 sessions)
Term 2: January - March (10 sessions)
WHERE: Olympic Westoby Arena
SKILL LEVEL REQUIRED:
Approximately Star 1-4.
FREESKATE A
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FREEKSKATE C
An open ice session designed to help athletes with previous figure skating experience improve their skills. Work on: dance, skills, jumps, or anything you want! Skaters will have the opportunity to train for and compete in Skate Canada adult competitions or complete Skate Canada tests, although this is NOT required. Free access to lessons with Coaches (TBD) are available.
WHEN: Tuesday 10:50pm-12:00pm
Term 1: September - December (10 sessions)
Term 2: January - March (10 sessions)
WHERE: Olympic Westoby Arena
SKILL LEVEL REQUIRED: Freeskate C is for people who have completed most of their Skate Canada Tests across all disciplines. It is comparable to Star 5-Gold.
SKILLS WORKSHOPS
A session focusing on figure skating skills and turns to help athletes improve their fundamentals. Work on basic skating skills, turns, and field moves. ​​Skills workshops are available for skaters in Freeskate B and Freeskate C.
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Skills
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WHEN: Monday 10:10pm-10:40pm
Term 1: Sept. - Dec. (10 sessions)
Term 2: Jan. - Mar. (10 sessions)
WHERE: Olympic Westoby Arena
SKILL LEVEL REQUIRED: Freeskate C (Star 5+)
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SYNCHRONIZED SKATING
A team to help skaters improve their synchronized skating skills through practice and competitions. This team competes in adult 1 synchro competitions. ​
WHEN: Thursday 9:00pm - 12:00am
Off-ice: Thursday 9:00pm - 9:45pm
On-ice: Thursday 10:00pm - 11:30pm
September - March (17 sessions)
WHERE: Harry Howell Arena
SKILL LEVEL REQUIRED: Freeskate C.
**Exceptions for skaters in Freeskate B may be made on a case by case basis at the discretion of the captains and coach.
