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FIRST DAY INFO - CANSKATE - SPRING 2026

posted Apr 28, 2026, 1:25 PM

CanSkate / Fundamentals
Spring 2026

The East York Skating Club is very excited to welcome you to our CanSkate programs!

  • Tuesday sessions begin: April 28
  • Thursday sessions begin: April 30

Equipment
All skaters must have the following:

  • Sharpened skates (hockey or figure skates)
    • We do not recommend plastic skates, as they do not allow for proper ankle and knee bending
    • Dull blades will not grip the ice
  • CSA-approved hockey helmet
    • Required until Stage 5 is completed
    • A cage is recommended for Pre-CanSkate
  • Mitts/gloves for warmth and hand protection
  • Coat/jacket
  • Beginner skaters: waterproof pants are recommended, as skaters will be practicing falling and getting up

Please see the Skate Canada video for more information:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WTQ2Yr5pdR0

Arena Entry

  • Please arrive early to allow time for parking, as our lot fills up quickly
  • Allow at least 20 minutes to put on skates and helmets and check in
  • For new families, we will have someone at the front to complete an equipment check
  • On the first session, a volunteer will be at the front desk in the lobby to hand out nametags
  • Skaters will place their sticker nametag on their helmet, and a coloured dot will indicate their group
  • Skaters and parents can then proceed downstairs to choose a changeroom and get ready
  • Entry and exit flow for all sessions is attached to this email

Session Flow

For the first session, our On-Ice Coordinator will group skaters based on their current level. New skaters will be placed in Stage 1.

If your skater is coming from another club, please email us their previous achievements so we can place them appropriately.

Over the first few weeks, skaters may be moved between groups based on coach assessment to ensure the best fit. A coloured sticker on their nametag/helmet will indicate their group.

CanSkate and Fundamentals skaters will have a group warm-up, approximately 30 minutes of instruction, followed by a group activity and cool down. Classes focus on three key areas:

  • Balance (forward skating, edges, crossovers)
  • Agility (turns, spins, jumps)
  • Control (stopping, backward skating, speed)

Once groups are established, skaters will rotate through stations with different coaches, allowing them to receive consistent instruction across all disciplines and benefit from different coaching styles.

Teen and Adult CanSkate skaters will have a short warm-up, followed by a group lesson based on level, and time at the end to ask questions and practice independently.

Badge System

Skaters earn ribbons in three areas: Agility, Balance, and Control.
To earn a badge, all three must be completed at the same level.

Example:
Agility 1 + Balance 1 + Control 1 = Stage 1

Some skaters may progress faster in certain areas, but all three categories must be completed to move up.

  • CanSkate: Stages 1–2
  • Fundamentals: Stages 3–6

A parent or guardian must remain at the rink during sessions in case assistance is needed.

Calendar

In your account on our website, you can view a personalized calendar based on your registered sessions. This will show cancellations, holidays, and updates.

To access:

  1. Log in to your account
  2. Click your name in the top right and select My Account
  3. Click on Calendar

We will also send reminder emails and post updates on our News Page and Instagram Stories:
https://www.eastyorkskatingclub.com
Instagram: @eastyorkskatingclub

Questions

For any questions, please contact:
Julia (Admin): Eastyorksc@gmail.com
Chanon (CanSkate Coordinator): canskate.eastyork@gmail.com

ICE SHOW REHEARSAL SCHEDULE UPDATE – APRIL 22

posted Apr 21, 2026, 1:12 PM

We wanted to let families know there has been a slight adjustment to the Ice Show rehearsal schedule for Wednesday, April 22.

Updated Rehearsal Times:
Pre-Bronze: 6:30 – 7:00 PM
Rising Stars: 7:00 – 7:30 PM
Bronze 1: 7:30 – 8:00 PM

All other scheduled rehearsals will remain at their original times.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your flexibility as we prepare for the show.

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

ICE SHOW 2026 – IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR SKATERS & FAMILIES 🎪

posted Apr 21, 2026, 1:06 PM

With our Ice Show this week, we’re excited to share important information to help everything run smoothly for skaters and families.

We strongly encourage all families to review the Parent Guide (please find the parent guide in the ice show section of our website under events), which contains detailed information and answers to many common questions. The most up-to-date version is always available in the Ice Show section of our website.

📅 Key Dates & Show Times
Dress Rehearsal: Thursday, April 23 at 6:00 PM
Show 1: Friday, April 24 at 7:30 PM
Show 2: Saturday, April 25 at 1:30 PM
Show 3: Saturday, April 25 at 7:00 PM

⏰ Arrival Times
Skater arrival times vary depending on whether they perform in Act 1 or Act 2. Please refer to the Parent Guide for full details.

Dress Rehearsal (Thursday, April 23)
Volunteers: 4:45 PM
Act 1 Skaters: 5:00 PM
Act 2 Skaters: 5:30 PM

Show 1 (Friday, April 24 at 7:30 PM)
Volunteers: 6:00 PM
Act 1 Skaters: 6:30 PM
Act 2 Skaters: 7:00 PM

Show 2 (Saturday, April 25 at 1:30 PM)
Volunteers: 12:00 PM
Act 1 Skaters: 12:30 PM
Act 2 Skaters: 1:00 PM

Show 3 (Saturday, April 25 at 7:00 PM)
Volunteers: 5:30 PM
Act 1 Skaters: 6:00 PM
Act 2 Skaters: 6:30 PM

📍 Where to Go
All skaters, with the exception of Silver and Gold, must be dropped off and picked up at the East End Doors, located at the back of the arena near the driveway by the baseball diamond. A parent or guardian must sign skaters in and out at this location.

For safety and supervision purposes, skaters are not permitted to enter or exit through the main entrance, and parents are not permitted in the dressing room areas. Volunteers will escort skaters to and from their dressing rooms.

Silver and Gold skaters should enter through the North Zamboni Door, located near the Stan Wadlow Clubhouse, and may exit through the arena to meet their parents in the lobby.

🚗 Parking – Please Read
The arena parking lot will be closed, except for accessibility parking. Parking in the area will be limited, so please plan ahead and allow extra time for arrival.

🍿 Snack Bar Reminder
A snack cart will be available backstage for skaters.
Items will be $1–$2 and cash only. Please send loonies or toonies if your skater would like to purchase snacks.

📸 Photos
Thank you to all of our skaters and families for a successful Photo Day this past weekend.

Photos will be professionally edited and available approximately 2–3 weeks after the event. Families will receive an email with instructions on how to view and order photos.

A big thank you to Krista Fogel Photography for capturing such special moments for our skaters.

Parent volunteers will receive a separate email with an updated schedule and role details.

We’re looking forward to a fun and successful show and appreciate everyone taking the time to review the details in advance.

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

SUPPORT THE EAST YORK SKATING CLUB – 50/50 FUNDRAISER

posted Apr 6, 2026, 4:12 PM

Support the East York Skating Club, a registered non-profit dedicated to fostering a love of skating in our community.

Our exciting 50/50 draw gives one lucky winner the chance to take home half of all ticket sales as a cash prize, while the remaining proceeds go directly toward reducing ice costs for members aged 18 and under in the coming year.

Empowering Youth Skating

Funds raised help us create more opportunities for young skaters by expanding ice time and keeping programs affordable. This allows local children to learn to skate in a safe and supportive environment, build confidence, develop a lifelong passion for the sport, and continue participating in lessons and our annual ice show.

Ticket Details

Tickets are available at the following rates:
• 3 for $10
• 10 for $20
• 50 for $50
The more you purchase, the better your chances of winning!

Important Dates

Ticket sales close at 9:00 PM on April 25.

We encourage you to share the link or QR code with friends and family for a chance to win while supporting a great cause.

Thank you for helping our club continue to grow and thrive in the community.

Purchase tickets here:
https://www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/east-york-skating-club

ICE SHOW REHEARSALS BEGIN APRIL 7

posted Apr 4, 2026, 6:53 PM

Ice Show rehearsals will begin on April 7. We are so excited to get started and see all of our skaters back on the ice!

Please make sure to review both the group assignments and rehearsal schedule in advance so you know which practices your skater is expected to attend.

Group Assignments:
https://www.eastyorkskatingclub.com/pages/events/iceshow2026/groupnumbers/

Rehearsal Schedule:
https://www.eastyorkskatingclub.com/pages/events/iceshow2026/rehearsalschedule/

We look forward to an exciting few weeks ahead as we prepare for the show!

END OF FALL/WINTER SEASON

posted Apr 1, 2026, 6:03 PM

Today marks the final day of our Fall/Winter season at East York Skating Club.

We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to all of our skaters and families for being part of such a wonderful season. It has been incredible to see the progress, dedication, and joy on the ice each week.

We are so proud of everything our skaters have accomplished and truly appreciate the continued support from our community.

We look forward to seeing many of you again soon!

ICE SHOW TICKETS & VOLUNTEER SCHEDULE

posted Apr 1, 2026, 6:02 PM

Tickets for our Ice Show will go on sale on Thursday, April 2 at 9:00 AM. We encourage families to purchase early to secure their preferred seats.

🎟️ Purchase tickets here:
https://www.onstagedirect.com/buy/event_info.action?eventId=2913

The volunteer schedule is now available, and all families are asked to review their assigned shifts in advance. Please note that each family is scheduled for two shifts, which may be in different roles.

📋 View the volunteer schedule here:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1AkdiuXkknxpq0A9ijq40cIEv_4Ejbk2Y/view?usp=drive_link

When purchasing tickets, please be sure to select a performance where you are not scheduled to volunteer.

Thank you for your support, we can’t wait to see you at the show!