Hockey & Power Skating Programs

Building Speed, Agility, and Confidence on the Ice

Our development programs are designed to give skaters the edge they need, whether they are taking their first strides in full gear or refining advanced edge work and power.

Jump directly to a program:

• ⚡ Jump to Introductory Power Skating (Ages 7+ | Non-Equipment Speed & Technique)
• 🏒 Jump to Hockey Buddies (Ages 4–5 | Full Equipment Foundations)

⚡ Introductory Power Skating

Building the Foundation for Strong, Confident Skaters

Our Intro to Power Skating program bridges the gap between basic skating and advanced power training. By removing gameplay and puck competition, we create a focused environment where athletes develop proper stride mechanics, edge control, and speed at their own pace.

• Focus: Covers Levels Power 1 through Power 5 of our Badge Levels.
• Format: Non-equipment class focused purely on skating performance.
• Eligibility: Ages 7+ (or by skill evaluation; see prerequisites).

💡 Spaces are still open for the 2026–2027 season! Register today and hit the ice at our very next class. Registration remains open through October 31 (space permitting).

📋 Program Overview & Curriculum

This program focuses on developing fundamental skating skills in a fun and encouraging atmosphere:

• Balance & Control: Developing stability, posture, and confidence while gliding, turning, and stopping.
• Edge Awareness: Introducing inside and outside edges to improve control and comfort on the ice.
• Basic Stride Development: Learning proper push mechanics and body positioning for efficient movement.
• Starts, Stops & Turns: Building the foundation for quick acceleration, controlled stops, and directional changes.
• Coordination & Flow: Linking movements together smoothly to skate with rhythm and confidence. For skill evaluation details, visit our Assessments & Evaluations page.

🗓️ Schedule & Key Dates

• Day & Time: Thursdays | 3:45 PM – 4:30 PM (45 mins)
• Location: Gold Arena
• Season Dates: October 8, 2026 – March 11, 2027 (20 sessions)
• Christmas Break: Last class December 10, 2026. Classes resume January 7, 2027.
• Full Calendar: [View full season calendar here]

💰 Fees & Policies

• Cost: $350 for 20 classes (45 minutes each).
• Payment Terms: Four equal monthly installments, due no later than September 1.
• Refund Policy: [View cancellation and refund policies here]

✅ Prerequisites & Requirements

• Age: Age 7 or older (younger skaters considered upon skill approval).
• Skill Prerequisites: Must have completed Learn to Skate Level 3, CanSkate Stage 3, or City of Calgary Skating 3.
• Skaters Must Be Able To:
  • Confidently skate forwards and backwards with gliding strides (not shuffling)
  • Stop fully and confidently
  • Perform forward crossovers and two-foot turns
  • Balance on one foot

• Registration in a current hockey or ringette program is recommended.

⛸️ Equipment Requirements

• Helmet: CSA-certified hockey helmet (full face cage highly recommended).
• Skates: Hockey skates.
• Clothing: Comfortable athletic wear / layers (no full gear required).
• Accessories: Knee pads (recommended) and gloves or mitts.
• Sticks: Sticks are not brought to every class. Your coach will notify you if a stick is needed for a specific session.
• More Info: [See full equipment guidelines]

🏒 Hockey Buddies

Great hockey players start here!

Our Hockey Buddies program gives young athletes the essential foundation needed to enter organized hockey or ringette. We focus on building basic skating mechanics and introducing fundamental hockey skills in a fun, structured environment.

• Focus: Full-equipment skating adaptation, stride basics, and agility.
• Eligibility: Ages 4–5 (prerequisites required).

⚠️ Space is still available in our Fall session! Register today to hit the ice at our next class (Fall registration open through October 31). Registration for Winter sessions starting in January is also open!

📋 Program Overview & Curriculum

This program is dedicated to building foundational skating mechanics without the pressure of a game-day environment:

• Gear Adaptation: Getting used to the weight and feel of full equipment while maintaining balance, flexibility, and posture.
• Stability & Recovery: Mastering the "hockey stance" and learning how to get up quickly and independently in full gear after a fall.
• Striding Basics: Developing a fundamental stride and learning to use edges to push and glide with confidence.
• Agility & Play: Using fun, structured drills to improve coordination and spatial awareness on the ice.

🗓️ Schedule & Key Dates

Choose from two session times (both offer equal skill-level instruction):

• Day & Location: Wednesdays | Gold Arena
• Session Times:
  • Session 1: 1:30 PM – 2:15 PM
  • Session 2: 2:15 PM – 3:00 PM
• Fall Session Dates: October 7 – December 9, 2026 (10 weeks)
• Winter Session Dates: January 6 – March 10, 2027 (10 weeks)
• Full Calendar: [View full season calendar here]

💰 Fees & Policies

• Cost: $175 per session (10 classes, 45 minutes each).
• Separate Registrations: Fall and Winter sessions each require separate registration and payment.
• Payment Deadlines:
  • Fall Session Payment Due: October 1
  • Winter Session Payment Due: January 1
• Refund Policy: [View cancellation and refund policies here]

✅ Prerequisites & Requirements

• Age Requirement: Ages 4 and 5.
• Prerequisite: Completion of Pre-School program or equivalent skill level.
• Skaters Must Be Able To:
  • Skate forwards with gliding strides (not shuffling)
  • Skate backwards with no assistance
  • Stop (snowplow or hockey stop)
  • Get on/off the ice independently in full equipment
  • Fall down and get up independently in full equipment

⛸️ Required Equipment

• Gear: Full hockey gear is mandatory (CSA hockey helmet with full face cage, BNQ neck guard, shoulder/elbow/knee pads, pants, gloves, socks, jock/jill).
• Skates & Stick: Hockey skates and an appropriately sized hockey or ringette stick.
• Optional: Mouth guard.
• Water Bottle: Labeled with child's name (squeeze bottle with long spout recommended).
• More Info: [See full equipment guidelines]