Learn to Skate


 

KC BLADE SESSION BEGINNING JANUARY 22 IS FULL! Email gbalcom@stfx.ca if you would like to be added to a wait list.

REGISTRATION DATES AND TIMES - DEADLINE TO REGISTER FOR THE LEARN TO SKATE PROGRAMS IS Thursday January 18, 2024

Location: Keating Centre, Hospitality Room
Contact: Mary Leigh MacIntyre

COURSE IS FULL Registration dates and times January 8 – 18 are closed:

  • Monday 8 – 1pm to 3pm
  • Tuesday 9 – 8am to 10am
  • Wednesday 10 – 1pm to 3pm
  • Thursday 11 – 8am to 10am
  • Friday 12 – 8am to 10am
  • Monday 15 – 1pm to 3pm
  • Tuesday 16- 8am to 10am
  • Wednesday 17 – 1pm to 3pm
  • Thursday 18 – 8am to 10am

Registration outside of these hours are not availalbe, and dates and times are subject to change and will be updated here.  Please note at this time there is no ability to register online for this course.

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KC Blades Learn to Skate Program (Children 5+)

Class Description

A skating program for all levels of skating ability for children ages 5 -12.  Creative movement, hockey skills, innovative games, music and fun directed by Charlotte Gallant, a former Disney on Ice Soloist.  Children are taught in small groups based on ability and age, assisted by dedicated StFX students.

Start Date

Session 1 begins: October 16, 2023
Session 2 begins: January 22, 2024

Class Time

Mondays - Main Arena, 3:30pm - 4:20pm
Tuesdays - Aux Arena, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
50 minute classes for  6 weeks

Cost

regular rate $82.50 (plus applicable taxes),  XREC members  $72.50 (plus applicable taxes)

Instructor

Charlotte Gallant with assistance from STFX Student Volunteers

Equipment Requirements

Helmets are required for all skaters

Class Schedule

Session 1 schedule: October 16, 17, 23, 24, 30, 31, Nov 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28 (no class Nov 6 & 7)
Session 2 schedule: January 22, 23, 29, 30, Feb 5, 6, 12, 13, 26, 27, March 4, 5  (no class Feb 19 & 20)

How to Register

Visit the Saputo Centre Guest Services located at the Saputo Centre (temporarily set up at Keating Centre, Conference room c) 

Questions? Email gbalcom@stfx.ca

Cancellation of classes

Please note if classes need to be cancelled due to inclement weather an email will be sent to participants at approx. 1pm on the day of the event.  Cancelled classes will be rescheduled at the end of the course if facility/instructors are available.


ADULT LEARN TO SKATE

Class Description

A skating program for all levels of skating ability for Adults ages 16 and up.  Learn to skate or develop new skating skills in a relaxed atmosphere.  classes are taught by Charlotte Gallant with the assistance of StFX students.  Enjoy a great evening of exercise and fun!  Skates are not provided.

Start Date

Session 1: October 15, 2023
Session 2: January 21, 2024

Class Time

Sundays at 7:00pm
50 minute classes for 6 weeks

Cost

regular rate $60.00,  XStudents/XREC member/student  $40.00 (plus applicable taxes)

Instructor

Charlotte Gallant with assistance from STFX Student Volunteers

Equipment Requirements

Helmets are required for all skaters

Equipment loan program is available at the County of Antigonish Recreation

Class Schedule

Session 1: October 15, 22, 29, November 12, 19, 26 (no class Nov 6 due to Fall break)
Session 2: January 21, 28, Feb 4, 11, 25, March 3 (no class Feb 19 due to winter break)

Cancellation of classes

Please note if classes need to be cancelled due to inclement weather an email will be sent to participants at approx. 5pm on the day of the event.  Cancelled classes will be rescheduled at the end of the course if facility/instructors are available.

How to Register

Visit our Welcome desk located in the Alumni Aquatic Centre.

Questions? Email gbalcom@stfx.ca