Skating

Fall 2023 Session registration begins Monday, August 28 for City Residents/Taxpayers at 8:30 a.m. and Thursday, August 31 at 8:30 a.m. for Non-City Residents/Taxpayers. Activity Guide/activities will be available for viewing starting August 25.

Registration for recreational swimming, recreational skating and aquafit will take place on Sept. 11 at 8:30 a.m. The schedules will be available Sept. 8 at 8:30 a.m. Recreational skates (limited schedule) start Sept. 13. Recreational swims (limited schedule) start Sept. 18, followed by aquafit and swimming lessons which start Sept. 23.

We offer a variety of skating lessons, power skating and a recreational skating program.

Learn-to-skate and power skating programs

You can take a group skating class or a private lesson. Visit our on-line registration page to sign-up for both learn-to-skate programs and recreational skating times.

Preschool Learn-to-Skate and Discover Skate lessons

Lessons are by general age and level. Preschool Learn to Skate lessons are for ages 3-5. Discover Skate lessons are for ages 6 years and up. Levels for Preschool and Discover Skate are from Star 1 to Star 4. Preschool Learn to Skate lessons are also broken down by parented (A) and un-parented (B) classes.

Please note that all adults attending the parented (A) skating lessons must also be wearing skates, helmets and gloves.

Star level descriptions

There are 4 Star levels to our skating programs.

Star 1 (Beginners)

Balance on two feet
Falling down, getting up
March on the spot
Walking and jumping
Forward glide
Stopping

Star 2

Must be able to do all Star 1 skills
Skate backwards
Forward and backwards glides
Turnings
Snowplow stop
Crossovers

Star 3

Must be able to do all Star 2 skills
Forward slalom
Backward glide
Jumping
Front glide on curve
Forward circle thrusts on curve
Crossover in figure eight

Star 4

Must be able to do all Star 3 skills
Backward jumps
Back glide on curve
Backward slalom
One foot spins
Backward circle thrusts
Backward crossovers

Private and semi-private lesson

Lessons for any age in a 1 on 1 or 1 to 2-3 ratio. To register for a semi-private lesson time please call our customer service desk at 613-966-4632.

Low ratio skate lessons

We are currently not able to offer low ratio classes due to staffing shortages. We hope to bring them back in future sessions.

Power skating

Improve speed, balance, stopping, stride, and posture. We offer beginner, intermediate and advance level options. This is not a learn to skate program. Full hockey gear is required. Sticks and helmets are mandatory.

Learn about the prerequisite for each power skating level below.

Beginner (ages 6 to 9)

Up to U9 (Under 9) level hockey players.

Intermediate

Ages 9 to 12
Have completed two sessions of Beginner.

Advanced

Ages 12+ or Power Skating Instructor approval.

Adult skate lessons

Due to staffing issues we are unable to offer our daytime adult skating lessons at this time. Adult skating lessons for anyone 16 years and up to learn basic skating skills and improves confidence on the ice.

Recreational skating

Please note that all recreational skating ice times you must check in at the Customer Service Desk prior to getting on the ice. Please place your wristband on your skates prior to going out onto the ice. Pre-registration is required for all recreational skates. Register online, in person or by phone at 613-966-4632 Learn more about our skating options below. Note: at this time, we are not offering all recreational skating options (such as Family/Youth Shinny which typically is booked over the holiday season).

Download Rec Skating Schedule (pdf)
Public skating

Public skate rules;

Children under 10 must be supervised by a guardian over 16 years;
Only skates are permitted on the ice (no other footwear);
Please keep your food and drink away from the ice surface (water is okay);
Skate in the same direction as the other skaters without weaving in and out between others;
Skaters should avoid these behaviours: using profanity, horseplay, tag, skating backward, speed skating, or figure skating;
Avoid bringing these items onto the ice: cell phones, headsets, electronic devices, balls, pucks, sticks, chairs, pylons, toboggans, or other items that could interfere with the safety of others;
Please do not carry children;
Report all accidents and incidents to the skate patrol staff; and
Please conduct yourself appropriately and respect, listen to, and follow the instructions of the skate patrol staff.

Skate details

Your safety is important to us. Please review the following details before you come.

Family skates

This is a drop-in program to practice skating on a less busy ice surface (maximum 50 skaters)
CSA approved helmets are required for all skaters (parents and children)
CSA approved skate aids are allowed
You must sign-in at the Customer Service Desk. Please put your wristband on your skates/laces before going out onto the ice.
Please follow the Public Skate Rules

Adult public skates

This is a drop-in leisure skating program for adults (16+)
Figure skating and speed skating is not allowed
CSA approved skate aids are allowed
You must sign-in at the Customer Service Desk
Please follow the Public Skate Rules

Public skates

This is a drop-in program (maximum 160 skaters). Depending on staffing levels, capacity limit may be maximum 59 skaters.
CSA approved helmets are strongly recommended for all skaters
For everyone's safety, we cannot allow skate aids during these times
Ice monitor staff will be present
You must sign-in at the Customer Service Desk. Please put your wristband on your skates/laces before going out onto the ice.
Please follow the Public Skate Rules

Adult and senior shinny hockey

This is a drop-in program
You must sign-in at the Customer Service Desk
You must get a coloured band
Please bring a light and dark coloured jersey
CSA approved helmets are required
Full hockey equipment is recommended
All levels of players are welcome
Body checking is not permitted
Lifting or slap shots are not allowed
Please respect your fellow players
Fair and even shift play is necessary

Family and youth shinny hockey

This is an inclusive drop-in program
All skaters need a coloured band from the front desk before play begins
CSA approved helmet and full hockey gear is mandatory
All levels of players are welcome as it is a recreational, non-competitive program
More experienced players must treat everyone nicely
Body checking is forbidden
Lifting or slap shots are not permitted
Avoid aggressive play
Passing to teammates and sharing the puck will be enforced
Respect fellow players
Program is monitored by a staff person to ensure fair and equal playing time
Everyone must listen to the instructions of the staff person

Figure skating practice

This program is for registered, insured, figure skaters and their coaches
You must sign-in at the Customer Service Desk
Coaches must be on the ice with their skaters to ensure safety on the ice
Maximum 15 skaters on the ice
Coaches must share ice and music time
Please do not perform lifts, throws, and jumps during these practice sessions

Mobility assistive devices

Are permitted on the ice
Wheels must be cleaned to remove all salt or sand
Occupants must wear a CSA approved helmet and be accompanied by a skater (wearing only skates) over 16 years
For the most positive experience, we suggest a less busy skate – Family or Adult Skates
For accommodation requests or inquiries, please call 613-966-4632 or email Q.S.W.C.

Assumption of Risk

Skaters are deemed to have knowledge of and assume the inherent risks involved with ice skating
These include, but are not limited to: injuries from collisions or contact with individuals on the ice surface
Injuries from falls
Injuries from pucks, sticks, or other equipment that may cause injury during routine activities

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