CANSKATE
LEARN TO SKATE
Mississauga Skating Club offers four Learn to Skate programs:
1. PreCanSkate
2. CanSkate
3. CanSkate Power
4. Adult CanSkate
Curious about the CanSkate Program? (Additional resources are at the bottom of this page)
Read our Welcome to CanSkate letter.
PRECANSKATE (AGES 3-4 YEARS)
PreCanSkate is a 30-minute learn-to-skate program for ages 3–4 years old with no skating experience. Taught in small groups (max 1:8 ratio) by Certified Coaches and trained Program Assistants, it builds the foundation for skating. Skaters move to CanSkate as soon as they're ready.
CANSKATE (AGES 5+)
CanSkate is Skate Canada’s premier learn-to-skate program for all ages. Taught in small groups (max 1:10 ratio) by Certified Coaches and trained Program Assistants, it focuses on fun, participation, and fundamental skills for all ice sports.
Using a nationally tested curriculum, skaters develop the ABC’s of skating — Agility, Balance, and Control — in a safe, supportive environment.
CANSKATE POWER (AGES 5+)
CanSkate Power is designed for skaters working on CanSkate Stage 2-4 to develop skills for hockey or ringette. This program focuses on the ABC’s of skating — Agility, Balance, and Control — to build game-ready performance.
Taught in small groups (max 1:10 ratio) by Certified Coaches. Participants must wear hockey skates, a CSA-approved hockey helmet, gloves, and bring a hockey or ringette stick. This program is not for beginner skaters.
ADULT CANSKATE (AGES 16+)
Adult CanSkate is a 40–60 minute group lesson for all skill levels, from first-time skaters to those with experience. Taught in small groups (max 1:10 ratio) by Certified Coaches, the program follows the CanSkate format to help adults build and advance skating skills of agility, balance and control.
REGISTER
Resources (Click the links below)
PreCanSkate Skills Description and Standards
CanSkate Skills Description and Standards
Equipment and Safety Guidelines
ADDITIONAL FEES
- $62.70 Skate Canada Fee - annual membership fee that is paid directly to Skate Canada and covers skater membership and insurance. Effective September 1, 2025 - August 31, 2026.
- $10.00 Administration Fee - covers administrative costs and is charged per skater per session (Fall, Winter, Spring).
- $40.00 Club Fundraiser Fee - covers fundraising costs and is charged once per season per skater.
- $60.00 Non-Resident Fee - annual fee that is paid directly to the City of Mississauga for non-resident members. Effective September 1, 2025 - August 31, 2026.
PAYMENTS
If paying by installments, charges to your credit card will be made automatically on these payment due dates:- At registration: Skate Canada fee + Club administration fee + non-resident fee + fundraiser fee + 50% of program fee
- November 15, 2025: Balance of 50% of Fall program fees
- February 15, 2026: Balance of 50% of Winter program fees
- Spring Session 2026: 100% program fees due upon registration