Skate Canada skating programs are designed to provide individuals of all ages with an opportunity for fun, fitness, achievement and a sense of personal satisfaction. Skate Canada programs are taught in over 1,450 clubs across Canada by qualified coaches to ensure that skaters receive the optimum in instruction.

CanSkate is the Skate Canada learn-to-skate program for beginners of all ages. Technical skills are taught and emphasized through fun activities and continuous movement in small groups. Skills are assessed daily and there are many incentives available to reward participation. Badges are also awarded at each level. CanSkate is a feeder program to the Skate Canada Test Stream, Competitive Programs, CanPowerSkate and CanSynchroSkate.

Skate Canada Test Program
The Skate Canada Test Program offers skaters a chance to take optional tests in freeskating, ice dancing, skating skills, and several other areas. These tests challenge a skater to learn and develop more advanced figure skating skills. Test Stream skaters work independently or with a group and receive private lessons from certified. As skaters learn and progress they can attain certificates from Preliminary to Gold.

CanSkate or Test skaters who show potential as competitive skaters can progress into the competitive programs. Skaters who wish to advance through the qualifying championship system will enjoy the competitive program which incorporates a series of tests and other training opportunities to help competitors reach their goals. This program will enable skaters with potential to advance from provincial to national championships and beyond.

CanSynchroSkate is ideal for those skaters interested in a team activity. Basic formations and transitions are taught in a social, team atmosphere. There are recreational and competitive opportunities for skaters who master the fundamental skills of synchronized skating.

CanPowerSkate offers skaters with basic forward, backward and stopping skills the opportunity to develop better balance, speed, power and agility. The program is divided into three levels - Bronze, Silver, and Gold, and is ideal for hockey and ringette players.

Special Needs
In 1998, Skate Canada-Central Ontario established a Special Needs Committee to develop a strategy for including individuals with specific disabilities into the skating clubs. The ultimate goal is to provide an opportunity for all disabled athletes to participate in skating programs throughout the province and eventually Canada-wide.