Programs

Starts the 3rd Friday AFTER Labour Day in September.

For beginners and those wishing to improve their basic skating skills for figure skating, hockey or recreational skating.

Skate Canada’s CanSkate Program focuses on fun, participation and basic skill development.

All programs are taught by Skate Canada Certified Coaches.

We do not have classes on Saturday or Sunday.

Fees and Refund Policy

Program fees are paid in instalments. Most fees are non-refundable once the program has started. Please review our fees and refund policy before registering.

Fees/Refund Policy
Parent & Tot – 30 Minute Session

Beginner skaters accompanied by a skating parent/guardian. The parent/guardian must be comfortable on skates and be able to assist the child during the lesson.

  • All child skaters are required to wear a CSA Approved hockey helmet. Face masks are highly recommended for beginner skaters.
  • It is highly recommended that the parent/guardian attending with the child wear a CSA approved hockey helmet to participate in these sessions.
  • Snow pants or waterproof pants and a warm jacket with gloves or mitts are recommended.

The parent/guardian must pay the annual Skate Canada Membership fee before being allowed on the ice. This fee provides accident insurance for the parent/guardian.

Please Note: For insurance coverage purposes, the parent/guardian who signs up for the class must attend each week. No substitutions!

Sep 2023 – May 2024
Monday1:10 – 1:40 pm
2023/24 Program Fee
$580.00
  • Program fees are paid in two instalments (at time of registration and November 15).
  • Prices are prorated after the first class.
  • Online registration will show the current price.
2023/24 Skater Fees (Non-refundable after program start)
$ 58.70Skate Canada Membership (Annual)
Non-refundable once submitted to Skate Canada
$ 80.00Skater Registration Fee (Annual)
Register before October 1 and save $25
$ 40.00Fundraising Book of Tickets (Annual)
Sell for $2 a ticket to friends & family
$ 20.00Club Membership (Lifetime)
Paid once when a skater first joins our club.

See All Membership/Fee Details

CanSkate A – 30 minute group lesson

Beginner to CanSkate Stage 2.

This is a first introduction to skating. Skaters learn to get up by themselves, move forwards and backwards across the ice and slow down and stop.

Skating is combined with games and lots of fun!

  • 3 year olds are taught in groups of up to 5 skaters.
  • 4 – 5 year olds are taught in groups of up to 7 skaters.

All skaters are required to wear a CSA Approved hockey helmet. Face masks are highly recommended for beginner skaters.

Snow pants or waterproof pants and a warm jacket with gloves or mitts are recommended.

Sep 2023 – May 2024
Tuesday6:10 – 6:40 pm
Wednesday4:00 – 4:30 pm
Thursday5:00 – 5:30 pm
Friday5:15 – 5:45 pm
6:15 – 6:45 pm
2023/24 Program Fee
From $810.00
  • Program fees are paid in two instalments (at time of registration and November 15).
  • Prices reflect the number of classes on your chosen day. Some days have less classes than others due to holidays or special events.
  • Prices are prorated after the first class.
  • Online registration will show the current price.
2023/24 Skater Fees (Non-refundable after program start)
$ 58.70Skate Canada Membership (Annual)
Non-refundable once submitted to Skate Canada
$ 80.00Skater Registration Fee (Annual)
Register before October 1 and save $25
$ 40.00Fundraising Book of Tickets (Annual)
Sell for $2 a ticket to friends & family
$ 20.00Club Membership (Lifetime)
Paid once when a skater first joins our club.

See All Membership/Fee Details

Canskate B – 60 minute session

CanSkate Stages 2 – 6 taught in groups of up to 10 skaters.

Younger skaters who have passed Stage 1 and can manage a 1 hour session on their own may register for this program.

The CanSkate program has 6 Stages. Skaters earn ribbons for Balance, Control and Agility to earn their Stage badge. After completion of Stage 6 the skater is ready for our Figure Skating program.

  • 15 minute supervised practice
  • 15 minute group warmup with a Skate Canada coach
  • 30 minute group lesson with a Skate Canada coach

All skaters are required to wear a CSA Approved hockey helmet. Face masks are highly recommended for beginner skaters.

Snow pants or waterproof pants and a warm jacket with gloves or mitts are recommended.

Sep 2023 – May 2024
Tuesday6:10 – 7:10 pm
Wednesday4:00 – 5:00 pm
Thursday5:00 – 6:00 pm
Friday5:15 – 6:15 pm
6:15 – 7:15 pm
2023/24 Program Fee
From $930.00
  • Program fees are paid in two instalments (at time of registration and November 15).
  • Prices reflect the number of classes on your chosen day. Some days have less classes than others due to holidays or special events.
  • Prices are prorated after the first class.
  • Online registration will show the current price.
2023/24 Skater Fees (Non-refundable after program start)
$ 58.70Skate Canada Membership (Annual)
Non-refundable once submitted to Skate Canada
$ 80.00Skater Registration Fee (Annual)
Register before October 1 and save $25
$ 40.00Fundraising Book of Tickets (Annual)
Sell for $2 a ticket to friends & family
$ 20.00Club Membership (Lifetime)
Paid once when a skater first joins our club.

See All Membership/Fee Details

IntroSkate – 60 minute session

IntroSkate: Beginner to CanSkate Stage 6 taught in groups of up to 10 skaters.

Perfect for skaters between the ages of 10 and 17 who are just starting to learn. Designed to build balance, strength and confidence on the ice in a fun environment. Skaters progress at their own rate through the CanSkate Stages. After completion of Stage 6, the skater is ready for our figure skating program.

  • 45 minute group lesson with a Skate Canada coach
  • 15 minutes free practice time

CSA Approved hockey helmets are recommended for skaters of all levels. Face masks are highly recommended for beginner skaters.

Sweat pants or leggings, a warm jacket, and gloves or mitts should be worn.

Sep 2023- May 2024
Thursday6:10 – 7:10 pm
Friday4:15 – 5:15 pm
2023/24 Program Fee
From $992.00
  • Program fees are paid in two instalments (at time of registration and November 15).
  • Prices reflect the number of classes on your chosen day. Some days have less classes than others due to holidays or special events.
  • Prices are prorated after the first class.
  • Online registration will show the current price.
2023/24 Skater Fees (Non-refundable after program start)
$ 58.70Skate Canada Membership (Annual)
Non-refundable once submitted to Skate Canada
$ 80.00Skater Registration Fee (Annual)
Register before October 1 and save $25
$ 40.00Fundraising Book of Tickets (Annual)
Sell for $2 a ticket to friends & family
$ 20.00Club Membership (Lifetime)
Paid once when a skater first joins our club.

See All Membership/Fee Details

Starts in September after Labour Day.

STARSkate
For skaters who have completed CanSkate Stage 6. Offers opportunities to compete in our Club Competition as well as Skate Canada Competitions outside the club.

CompetitiveSkate
For skaters seeking the opportunity to make Skate Canada’s National Team.

STARSkate and CompetitiveSkate share the same sessions.

Learn more here: Skate Canada Figure Skating Programs.

We do not have sessions on Saturday or Sunday.

Read our Guide for New STARSkaters

Get all the information you need to be successful in our figure skating program!

Skate More, Save More!

STAR 1, STAR 2

  • 40% off 2 sessions
  • 55% off 3 sessions
  • 65% off 4 or more sessions

Intermediate, Senior, Advanced

  • 22% – 72% off 2 – 10 sessions
Fees and Refund Policy

Program fees are paid in instalments. Most fees are non-refundable once the program has started. Please review our fees and refund policy before registering.

Fees/Refund Policy

For skaters age 11 and up who have passed CanSkate 6 or participated in one of our IntroSkate classes in the past and who are interested in figure skating. This is a Star 1 and Star 2 class for older skaters, which provides an introduction to jumps, spins, skills and the very first ice dances. 

All skaters must wear figure skates.

Skaters age 11 and up who have already started but not yet completed STAR 1 or STAR 2 should continue in STAR 1 or STAR 2.

  • 45 minute group lesson with a Skate Canada coach
  • 15 minutes free practice time
Sep 2023 – May 2024
Wednesday5:10 – 6:10 pm
2023/24 Program Fee
$1023.00
  • Program fees are paid in two instalments (at time of registration and November 15).
  • Prices reflect the number of classes on your chosen day(s). Some days have less classes than others due to holidays or special events.
  • Prices are prorated after the first class.
  • Online registration will show the current price.
2023/24 Skater Fees (Non-refundable after program start)
$ 58.70Skate Canada Membership (Annual)
Non-refundable once submitted to Skate Canada
$ 80.00Skater Registration Fee (Annual)
Register before October 1 and save $25
$ 40.00Fundraising Book of Tickets (Annual)
Sell for $2 a ticket to friends & family
$ 20.00Club Membership (Lifetime)
Paid once when a skater first joins our club.

See All Membership/Fee Details

For skaters who have completed CanSkate Stage 6.

Skaters are taught basic jumps and spins as well as the first level of ice dances.

  • 30 minute group lesson with a Skate Canada coach
  • 30 minutes practice time (Private coaching recommended)

Private coaching is optional at this level but recommended. Many new STAR 1 skaters begin the season without a coach and add private or semi-private lessons as they progress during the year. Coaches decide when their skater is ready to move up.

If a skater does not have a private coach, the skater must pass all STAR 1 assessments with a club coach before moving to STAR 2.

All assessments are done in-class by your coach.

Sep 2023 – May 2024
Tuesday5:10 – 6:10 pm
Thursday6:10 – 7:10 pm
Friday4:00 – 5:00 pm
2023/24 Program Fees
1 Session MembershipFrom $992.00
2 or More SessionsDiscounts Apply
  • Program fees are paid in two instalments (at time of registration and November 15).
  • Prices reflect the number of classes on your chosen day(s). Some days have less classes than others due to holidays or special events.
  • Prices are prorated after the first class.
  • Online registration will show the current price.
2023/24 Skater Fees (Non-refundable after program start)
$ 58.70Skate Canada Membership (Annual)
Non-refundable once submitted to Skate Canada
$ 80.00Skater Registration Fee (Annual)
Register before October 1 and save $25
$ 40.00Fundraising Book of Tickets (Annual)
Sell for $2 a ticket to friends & family
$ 20.00Club Membership (Lifetime)
Paid once when a skater first joins our club.

See All Membership/Fee Details

For skaters who have completed all STAR 1 assessments.

Skaters work on their STAR 2 assessments for dance, skills and free skate.

  • 15 minutes stroking with a Skate Canada coach
  • 15 minute group lesson with a Skate Canada coach
  • 30 minutes practice time (Private coaching recommended)

We recommend at least two sessions a week. 

Private coaching is recommended to progress through dance, skills and free skate tests.

All assessments are done in-class by your coach.

Sep 2023 – May 2024
Monday5:10 – 6:10 pm
Tuesday5:10 – 6:10 pm
Thursday6:10 – 7:10 pm
Friday4:00 – 5:00 pm
2023/24 Program Fees
1 Session MembershipFrom $961.00
2 or More SessionsDiscounts Apply
  • Program fees are paid in two instalments (at time of registration and November 15).
  • Prices reflect the number of classes on your chosen day(s). Some days have less classes than others due to holidays or special events.
  • Prices are prorated after the first class.
  • Online registration will show the current price.
2023/24 Skater Fees (Non-refundable after program start)
$ 58.70Skate Canada Membership (Annual)
Non-refundable once submitted to Skate Canada
$ 80.00Skater Registration Fee (Annual)
Register before October 1 and save $25
$ 40.00Fundraising Book of Tickets (Annual)
Sell for $2 a ticket to friends & family
$ 20.00Club Membership (Lifetime)
Paid once when a skater first joins our club.

See All Membership/Fee Details

For skaters who have passed any two of the following:

  • STAR 2 Free Skate (Solo and Elements)
  • STAR 2 Skills
  • STAR 3 Dance (A and B)

Stroking for the first 15 minutes of the session. The rest of the session is available for private lessons and practice.

We recommend two or more sessions a week.

Private coaching is essential to progress through dance, skills and free skate tests.

STAR 1 – 5 assessments are done in-class by your coach.

Sep 2023 – May 2024
Monday7:00 – 8:30 am
5:10 – 6:10 pm
Tuesday7:20 – 8:20 pm
Wednesday
*Limited Dates
*7:00 – 8:30 am
5:10 – 6:10 pm
Thursday7:20 – 8:20 pm
Friday7:00 – 8:30 am
2023/24 Program Fees
1 Session MembershipFrom $1015.25
2 or More SessionsDiscounts Apply
  • Program fees are paid in two instalments (at time of registration and November 15).
  • Prices reflect the number of classes on your chosen day(s). Some days have less classes than others due to holidays or special events.
  • Prices are prorated after the first class.
  • Online registration will show the current price.
2023/24 Skater Fees (Non-refundable after program start)
$ 58.70Skate Canada Membership (Annual)
Non-refundable once submitted to Skate Canada
$ 80.00Skater Registration Fee (Annual)
Register before October 1 and save $25
$ 40.00Fundraising Book of Tickets (Annual)
Sell for $2 a ticket to friends & family
$ 20.00Club Membership (Lifetime)
Paid once when a skater first joins our club.

See All Membership/Fee Details

For skaters who have passed any two of the following tests:

  • STAR 4 Free Skate (Solo and Elements)
  • STAR 5 Skills
  • STAR 5 Dance (A and B)

Private coaching is essential to progress through dance, skills and free skate tests. 

STAR 1 – 5 assessments are done in-class by your coach.

STAR 6 and higher assessments must be done at an NTSC or buddy club test day. Judges will perform the assessments.

Sep 2023- May 2024
Monday7:00 – 8:30 am
4:00 – 5:00 pm
Tuesday3:10 – 4:00 pm
4:00 – 5:00 pm
7:20 – 8:20 pm
Wednesday
*Limited Dates
*7:00 – 8:30 am
6:20 – 7:20 pm
Thursday3:10 – 4:00 pm
4:00 – 5:00 pm
8:30 – 9:30 pm
Friday7:00 – 8:30 am
2023/24 Program Fees
1 Session MembershipFrom $1023.00
2 or More SessionsDiscounts Apply
  • Program fees are paid in two instalments (at time of registration and November 15).
  • Prices reflect the number of classes on your chosen day(s). Some days have less classes than others due to holidays or special events.
  • Prices are prorated after the first class.
  • Online registration will show the current price.
2023/24 Skater Fees (Non-refundable after program start)
$ 58.70Skate Canada Membership (Annual)
Non-refundable once submitted to Skate Canada
$ 80.00Skater Registration Fee (Annual)
Register before October 1 and save $25
$ 40.00Fundraising Book of Tickets (Annual)
Sell for $2 a ticket to friends & family
$ 20.00Club Membership (Lifetime)
Paid once when a skater first joins our club.

See All Membership/Fee Details

For skaters who have passed any two of the following tests:

  • STAR 5 Free Skate (Solo and Elements)
  • STAR 8 Skills
  • STAR 8 Dance

Private coaching is essential to progress through dance, skills and free skate tests.

STAR 1 – 5 assessments are done in-class by your coach.

STAR 6 and higher assessments must be done at an NTSC or buddy club test day. Judges will perform the assessments.

Sep 2023 – May 2024
Monday7:00 – 8:30 am
4:00 – 5:00 pm
Tuesday3:10 – 4:00 pm
4:00 – 5:00 pm
8:30 – 9:30 pm
Wednesday
*Limited Dates
*7:00 – 8:30 am
6:20 – 7:20 pm
Thursday3:10 – 4:00 pm
4:00 – 5:00pm
8:30 – 9:30 pm
Friday7:00 – 8:30 am
2023/24 Program Fees
1 Session MembershipFrom $1023.00
2 or More SessionsDiscounts Apply
  • Program fees are paid in two instalments (at time of registration and November 15).
  • Prices reflect the number of classes on your chosen days(s). Some days have less classes than others due to holidays or special events.
  • Prices are prorated after the first class.
  • Online registration will show the current price.
2023/24 Skater Fees (Non-refundable after program start)
$ 58.70Skate Canada Membership (Annual)
Non-refundable once submitted to Skate Canada
$ 80.00Skater Registration Fee (Annual)
Register before October 1 and save $25
$ 40.00Fundraising Book of Tickets (Annual)
Sell for $2 a ticket to friends & family
$ 20.00Club Membership (Lifetime)
Paid once when a skater first joins our club.

See All Membership/Fee Details

Group lessons for all levels from beginner to advanced.

The goal of this class is to teach the fundamentals of skating:

  • Proper balance and form
  • Skating forwards
  • Skating backwards
  • Using your edges to turn
  • Crossovers
  • Stopping

More advanced techniques are also taught depending on the skill level of the participants.

Additional practice time is also available for registration.

Read our Guide for New Skaters

Get all the information you need to prepare for your first class!

Fall: Sep-Dec 2023
Spring: Jan-May 2023
Monday12:10 – 1:10 pm
Monday Practice Time1:10 – 1:40 pm
Tuesday12:10 – 1:10 pm
Thursday10:15 – 11:15 am
2023/24 Program Fees
1 Session Membership (Fall)From $378.00
2 Session Membership (Fall)From $630.00
Practice Time (Fall)$144.00
1 Session Membership (Spring)From $535.50
2 Session Membership (Spring)From $882.00
Practice Time (Spring)$204.00
  • Prices reflect the number of classes on your chosen day. Some days have less classes than others due to holidays or special events.
  • Prices are prorated after the first class.
  • Online registration will show the current price.
2023/24 Skater Fees (Non-refundable after program start)
$ 58.70Skate Canada Membership (Annual)
Non-refundable once submitted to Skate Canada
$ 30.00 / $50.00Fall / Spring AdultSkate Registration Fee
$ 10.00 / $20.00Fall / Spring AdultSkate Fundraising Fee
$ 20.00Club Membership (Lifetime)
Paid once when a skater first joins our club.

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In person classes: Skaters 6+ registered in an on-ice program for the current season.

Online classes: Skaters 6+ from any skating club. NTSC Lifetime Club Membership and Skate Canada Membership will be added if the skater has not paid these fees already.

Improve your jump technique by learning to practice your jumps off the ice.

Jump Class Star 1 / Star 2
Sep 2023 – May 2024

Thursday 5:35 – 6:00pm
John Gardner Room

Program Fee
$201.50

  • Prices are prorated after the first class.
  • Online registration will show the current price.
Jump Class Intermediate
Sep 2023 – May 2024

Thursday 6:35 – 7:05pm
John Gardner Room

Program Fee
$201.50

  • Prices are prorated after the first class.
  • Online registration will show the current price.
Jump Class Senior / Advanced
Sep 2023 – May 2024

Thursday 5:05 – 5:35pm
John Gardner Room

Program Fee
$201.50

  • Prices are prorated after the first class.
  • Online registration will show the current price.

Improve your posture, carriage, lines, form and expression on the ice through dance classes.

Ballet Level 1
Sep 2023 – May 2024

Tuesday 6:15 – 7:15pm
Ages 6+ new to dance.
John Gardner Room

Program Fee
$310.00

  • Prices are prorated after the first class.
  • Online registration will show the current price.
Ballet Level 2
Sep 2023 – May 2024

Wednesday 7:30 – 8:30 pm
For skaters who have completed Ballet Level 1.
John Gardner Room

Program Fee
$310.00

  • Prices are prorated after the first class.
  • Online registration will show the current price.

Improve your strength, flexibility and endurance with fitness for figure skaters.
This class is located off-site and runs on Saturdays.

Sep 2023 – Dec 2023

Saturday 10:00-11:00am
Ages 12+

Location: 75 Carl Hall Road, Door #5

Location of Door #5

Program Fee
$300.00

  • Prices are prorated after the first class.
  • Online registration will show the current price.

Future Holiday Camp information will be posted soon.

Camp sessions for all levels.

CAMP A & B: Star 2 and Up
March 11-15, 2024

9:30 am -1:30 pm
Off ice warm up, 2 hrs of ice time, lunch break, off-ice class such as jump, stretch, ballet and fitness

Program Fee
$385+HST

Lunch program is available.

CAMP C: CanSkate, Star 1
March 11-15, 2024

10:15 am – 1:15 pm

Program Fee
$275+HST

Lunch program is available.

Individual Open Ice: Star 2 and Up
March 11-15, 2024

11:10 am – 12:10 pm
Off ice and Camp activities, lunch break, group skating lesson

Program Fee
$35+HST per Daily Session

All CanSkaters are required to wear a CSA Approved hockey helmet. All skaters need their own skates. Running shoes are also required for off ice activities. Snow pants or waterproof pants and a warm jacket with gloves or mitts are recommended.

You will receive an email to confirm the registration after submitting the form.

Payment (Cheque or e-Transfer)

Please send payment AFTER you receive notification that the payment is due.

Make cheques payable to North Toronto Skating Club.
Please include a note with the skater’s name and invoice number.

Send e-transfers to:
Recipient Name: North Toronto Skating Club
Email address: northtorontosummerschool@gmail.com
Notes: Please include the skater’s name and invoice number.

Skaters without a current Skate Canada Membership will be charged the Skate Canada Membership fee of $43.65 (tax included). This fee must be paid once a season (Sep 1 to Aug 31 each year).

Need more Information? Contact us.

Quick References

Membership/Fee Details

Skate More, Save More!

STAR 1, STAR 2

  • 40% off 2 sessions
  • 55% off 3 sessions
  • 65% off 4 or more sessions

Intermediate, Senior, Advanced

  • 22% – 72% off 2 – 10 sessions

AdultSkate

  • 20% off 2 Fall or 2 Spring sessions

ALL DISCOUNTS are applied in the cart.

Membership Rates
  • Membership rates apply to each skater. Family members in the same program cannot combine sessions for a discounted rate (Skate More, Save More).
  • There is no family discount for siblings.
  • Program prices reflect the number of classes for the day of the week. Mondays and Fridays have less classes due to holidays.
  • Program prices are prorated after the first class.
  • To view prorated prices go to Online Registration.
Program Fees
  • Program fees are paid in two instalments (at time of registration and November 15).
  • Program fees are fully refundable up to the program start date listed for each program.
  • No refunds after the program start date except for medical reasons. Medical refunds are issued as a 3 year club credit except under exceptional circumstances approved by the Board of Directors.

In the event of a full club closure after the program start date:

  • Instalments due BEFORE the closure date are due in full and will not be refunded.
  • Instalments due ON or AFTER the closure date will be cancelled or fully refunded if the payment has already been processed.
Skate Canada Membership Fee
  • EACH SEASON, skaters must pay the Skate Canada Membership fee in addition to their program fees.
  • Valid from September 1 to August 31 each year.
  • Covers participation in Skate Canada programming and provides skater accident insurance.
  • NON-REFUNDABLE once submitted to Skate Canada.
Skater Registration Fee
  • EACH SEASON, skaters must pay the Skater Registration Fee in addition to their program fees.
  • Valid for the current North Toronto Skating Season.
  • Fee is discounted for Learn to Skate and STARSkate if you register before October 1.
  • AdultSkaters pay a Registration Fee for both Spring and Fall Sessions. The fee is proportional to the number of weeks in each session.
  • NON-REFUNDABLE after the skater’s first class.
Fundraising Initiative
  • EACH SEASON, skaters are required to purchase and sell one Fundraising Book of Tickets for the annual Ontario Skaters Promotional Contest.
  • AdultSkaters pay a fundraising fee for Fall and Spring Sessions in place of the tickets.
  • The ticket book will automatically be added to your cart when you register.
  • This is our main fundraiser for the season.
  • NON-REFUNDABLE after the skater’s first class.
  • Lifetime club membership paid when a skater first joins our club.
  • NON-REFUNDABLE after the skater’s first class.
Club Membership Fee
Test Fees / Ribbons / Badges
  • Skate Canada assessments and test day fees are Pay as You Go for STARSkate levels.
  • There is a small fee charged for CanSkate ribbons and badges as they are earned.
Guest Skating
  • Members and Non Members may guest skate up to 3 times per year.
  • $25 for Members / $35 for Non-Members; up to 5 times per semester (Fall, Spring).
  • Non-members may only skate on sessions for which they are qualified. NO EXCEPTIONS.
  • Guest skating will only be allowed on sessions with sufficient capacity at the discretion of the Club Administrator.
  • You must book your guest skate IN ADVANCE with the Club Administrator.
  • Guest skaters must sign in and pay the music room staff prior to their session. The music booth is located on the 2nd floor of the arena.