DEUX RIVES SKATING CLUB Parent Information CanSkate is a learn-to-skate program designed for boys and girls of all ages. CanSkate introduces basic skills and fundamental movements of skating in a fun, active group lesson format taught by NCCP certified coaches and trained program assistants. The skaters are taught basic principles of skating (go forward, go backwards, turn, stop, jump) to prepare them for all ice sports. Our CanSkate program runs from September 27, 2014 to March 14, 2015. Lessons are given on Saturday or Tuesday or Wednesday with parents having the choice of 1 or 2 lessons per week. The children are placed in groups according to their age and skill level from the beginner and up. You may notice that there are other groups on the ice working on the same badge or skill. While they work to achieve this there may be changes made in the groups, our coaches endeavor to match them with others learning at the same rate. These adjustments in the group are made so that the skaters complement each other where everyone can learn and have fun at the same pace. CanPowerSkate's Pre-Power is designed for young skaters who are interested in playing hockey or ringette. Pre-Power helps develop basic skating abilities in a power skating-specific environment, including balance skills, forward and backward skating, stopping, turning and agility skills. Pre-Power has been designed to run concurrently with CanSkate sessions. For more information about our programs kindly contact the Club office by telephone at 514-626-6350 or by e-mail [email protected] or visit our web-site www.cpdeuxrives.com Page 1 of 5

DEUX RIVES SKATING CLUB Equipement and Safety Skates: Either hockey or figure skates can be worn in CanSkate. Skates can be purchased in a variety of price and quality ranges. Before buying skates, check carefully for:  Proper fit, avoid buying a larger size for skater to ‘grow into’.  Firm ankle support, which allows your child to stand and walk in the skates without their ankles turning inwards.  Good quality. Moulded plastic skates are not recommended . Boots with buckle or velcro fastners are also not recommended.  When purchasing used skates please ensure that the toe picks have not been removed. Make sure that the blade is straight and centered and can still be sharpened. When holding the skate up the boot should not fall to one side.  Sharpen skates as soon as they are purchased. Care of skates:  Re-sharpen skates after 20-26 hours of skating (depending on usage and care)  The toe pick (bottom) should NOT be removed from the skates. The pick is part of the design of figure skates and are needed.  Always wear skate guards when walking off-ice.  Dry blades with a cloth after use.  Always remove guards before storing skates to prevent them from rusting.

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DEUX RIVES SKATING CLUB Skate Information: Good quality new or used skates can be purchased at the following:  Place du Patin, 935 boul. de la Cité des Jeunes, Vaudreil-Dorion – 450-4556373  Boutique Patinage Plus Inc., 3760 boulevard de la Concorde E, Laval – 450661-6655  L’Artiste du Patin, 7825 Taschereau Blvd., Brossard – 450-678-5442  Boutique H & L, 826 Décarie, Saint Laurent – 514-744-2016  La Maison du Patin, 9371 Meaux, St. Leonard – 514-324-2662  Play-it-again sports, 2973 St. Charles Road, Kirkland – 514-697-1079 (hockey skates)  Skate sharpening – David Pitman (Dollard) 514-953-3584 call for an appointment.

Helmets: It is mandatory that all skaters up to and including Stage 5 registered in the CanSkate program must wear a CSA (Canadian Standards Association). Bicycle, ski and multi-sport helmets are NOT permitted.

Clothing: The purchase and wearing of the Club sweatshirt is mandatory. Warm mittens or gloves are a must! Layering of clothing is recommended. Pants that provide warmth, allow for movement and provide some protection from falls such as sweatpants or wind pants are recommended. Long scarves are not permitted.

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DEUX RIVES SKATING CLUB CanSkate Calendar 2014-2015 Saturday

Tuesday

Wednesday

September 27

First day for Saturday CanSkate

September 30

First day for Tuesday CanSkate

October 1

First day for Wednesday CanSkate

October 25

Halloween (wear costumes)

October 28

Halloween (wear costumes)

October 29

Halloween (wear costumes)

November 15

No Skating

November

Session moved to Rink 2

December 2

No Skating Skate Canada Challenge

December 3

No Skating Skate Canada Challenge

December 16

Skate with Santa Last day before the holidays

December 17

Skate with Santa Last day before the holidays

December 20

Skate with Santa Last day before the holidays

December 23

No Skating

December 24

No Skating

December 27

No Skating

December 30

No Skating

December 31

No Skating

January 3

No Skating Ringuette Tournament

January 6

Skating resumes

January 7

Skating resumes

January 10

Skating resumes

February 10

Wear Red for Valentines Day

February 11

Wear Red for Valentines Day

March 10

Session moved to Rink 2 Last day for Tuesday CanSkate

March 11

Last day for Wednesday CanSkate

February 14

No Skating

March 14

Last Day for Saturday CanSkate

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DEUX RIVES SKATING CLUB General Information 1- Applications will be processed on a first-come first-serve basis, If the forms are complete with all the payments. 2- Returning members will have priority until September 17, 2014 3- Family rates: Reduction of $20.00 per child for each additional child. 4- Non-Resident: Additional fee of $30.00 per member residing outside the Boroughs of Pierrefonds-Roxboro and Ile-Bizard- Sainte-Geneviève. 5- Proff of residency: Include a copy of your child’s last report card. (Child’s home address only). 6- Late fees: A $25.00 fee will apply for all applications received after September 19, 2014 7- Refund Policy: NO refunds after October 15,2014 (Exception: medical reason or transfer). A $75.00 non refundable registration fee will apply. 8- A $30.00 fee will apply for all NSF cheques. The cheque will have to be replaced by cash, certified cheque or money-order. 9- The Deux Rives Skating Club reserves the right to limit registerations, cancel any session not sufficiently booked and to make changes when necessary.

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