STARSkate
Figure Skating
FIGURE SKATING
OUR HISTORY SPEAKS FOR ITSELF.
FOR MORE THAN A CENTURY, SKATE CANADA HAS BEEN TEACHING CANADIANS HOW TO FIGURE SKATE WHILE DEVELOPING OLYMPIC AND WORLD CHAMPIONS IN EVERY ERA.
STAR 1-5
The STAR 1-5 program offers the best-in-class figure skating curriculum in Canada, targeting athletes looking for a future in the sport. Taught by Skate Canada NCCP coaches, the program introduces participants to the basic figure skating elements to create the foundation for singles, pairs, ice dance and synchronized skating.
All skaters in this program must have passed CanSkate Stage 6 or equivalent. Skaters may be any age. Adaptive skaters who have the required skating ability welcome.
STAR 6- GOLD
STAR 6- Gold is an assessment and event structure for skaters who completed the STAR 1-5 Program. This structure builds on the skills acquired in STAR 1-5 and introduces skaters to more advanced figure skating elements.
DISCIPLINES
Figure skating has four disciplines that lead to a high-performance pathway.
Singles: Single skating is a term used to describe the discipline of freeskate. Generally, this is the most recognized form of figure skating.
Pairs: Pair skating involves two individuals skating as a unit performing freeskating moves. Pair skating also includes lifts, death spirals, and throws.
Ice Dance: Inspired by ballroom dancing, this discipline incorporates musicality, performances, and athleticism to all your favourite rhythms.
Synchronized: Synchronized skating or "Synchro" is a specialized discipline of skating involving groups of eight or more skaters performing various group formations and maneuvers. The objective is for the team to perform as one unit executing circles, blocks, lines, wheels, and intersections in unison to the music while demonstrating quality edges, power, and flow. Synchronized Skating categories accommodate skaters of any age and skill level.
