Q: When does the program start?
A: The fall Codiac Cyclones Learn to Skate program will starts mid-october to end of december. The winter program start January and will end at the end of March. The sessions are offered once per week (Sunday) The exact schedule will be available on the calendar
Q: What time and where are the Learn to Skate practice sessions?
A: Sunday at the AJL Arena in Dieppe (Olympic Ice Surface area). We ask that parents arrive at the arena at least 15 minutes prior to start time in order to have their child ready before the start of the session.
Q: What safety equipment is required for the Learn to skate program?
A: Children who participates in the Learn to Skate program must have a properly fitted helmet while on the ice, skates and gloves. It is also recommended to have additional protection such as knee pads and elbow pads. Any parent/guardian/adult helping with their child on the ice must have a helmet and skates (No shoes or boots allowed on the ice surface)
Q: Should I consider the Learn to Skate program if my child is only three years old and can’t stay up on skates (or can’t get up by themselves when they fall)?
A: Yes! This is where the Learn to Skate program (LTS) helps out the most and is designed for those who cannot initially stand or get up on their own. We call them our “Crawlers”. At this stage parents are required to come on the ice with their own skates and helmets to have fun with their child and help out the instructors.
Q: Should I consider the Learn to Skate program if my child is only three years old and can’t stay up on skates (or can’t get up by themselves when they fall)?
A: Yes! This is where the Learn to Skate program (LTS) helps out the most and is designed for those who cannot initially stand or get up on their own. We call them our “Crawlers”. At this stage parents are required to come on the ice with their own skates and helmets to have fun with their child and help out the instructors.
Q: As a parent or guardian, if my child can stand up on his (her) own and get up on their own when they fall, do I still need go on the ice to help?
A: Our coaches always welcome on-ice help to provide a safe and fun environment to all, yet parents will not be required to come on the ice if your child can stand on their own skates.
Q: Will my child have to use long blades for on-ice activities in the learn to skate program?
A: No, children in the learn to skate program can use any type of skate. Occasionally, for the more advanced learn to skate members, they will be invited to try out and have fun with long blades at no additional charge.
