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                Adult Advanced:

                 

                Advanced Skating Class is designed for skaters who are comfortable on the ice and eager to move beyond the basics. This program focuses on enhancing skills, introducing more complex techniques, and improving overall skating proficiency. Held in a supportive group setting, these lessons provide an engaging and social learning environment.

                Program Highlights:

                • Group Lessons: Skaters participate in structured group lessons, which foster a sense of camaraderie and mutual encouragement among participants.

                • Advanced Techniques: The curriculum covers more advanced skating skills, including intricate footwork, edge control, spins, and introductory jumps. Skaters are guided through exercises that challenge and refine their abilities.

                • Skill Development: Each session is designed to build upon previous lessons, ensuring continuous progression and mastery of new techniques.

                • Peer Interaction: Group dynamics encourage skaters to learn from one another, share tips, and celebrate each other's progress. This social aspect enhances the overall learning experience.

                • Qualified Instructors: Taught by a team of NCCP-certified coaches who provide personalized feedback and tailored guidance to help each skater achieve their best.

                • Testing Opportunities: The program includes opportunities for skaters to test their skills at various STAR levels, offering a structured pathway for progression and achievement.

                This class is perfect for those who wish to advance their skating skills in a fun, interactive, and supportive environment. Whether preparing for more advanced programs or simply looking to improve personal skating proficiency, the Advanced Skating Class offers the tools and community to help skaters achieve their goals. ⛸️✨

                Equipment:

                • CSA-approved hockey helmet (At your own discretion) – no bicycle helmets

                • Sharpened skates – hockey or figure skates, whichever is preferred

                  • Figure Skate Sharpening: Getting figure skates sharpened at a local figure skate-specific sharpener is recommended. Most retail sharpeners are not trained in the specifics of figure skate blades. Please discuss with your club coach for further details. The prices at the local sharpener recommended by club coaches are $15 for most blades and $18 for stainless steel blades.

                  • Hockey Skate Sharpening: For hockey skates go to any local sharpener (retail or private). The price at many local pro shops is $10 - $15.

                    • When To Sharpen Skates: It is recommended to get skates sharpened approximately every 15-20 hours of skating.

                • Mittens or gloves

                • Warm clothing – long pants and a warm sweater or jacket

                • Soft cloth or towel for drying skates and blades to prevent rust

                • Skate guards – hard guards are recommended for walking back and forth to the ice surface, as well as soft guards/soakers for keeping blades protected and rust-free between skating sessions in your skate bag

                For examples of equipment, how to wear it, and recommendations refer to our Equipment Information playlist!

                 
                Off Ice Training

                 

                To achieve peak performance on the ice, it is essential for adult skaters to incorporate off-ice training into their routines. Coaches may assign specific exercises to be performed weekly and before on-ice sessions. These exercises are designed to enhance overall performance, build strength, and improve flexibility.

                Engaging in off-ice warm-ups before practices is highly recommended. These warm-ups are vital for preparing the body, increasing blood flow to muscles, and reducing the risk of injury. A proper warm-up routine ensures that skaters are physically ready for the rigorous demands of on-ice training. Additionally, performing off-ice warm-ups before competitions is crucial, as it helps skaters replicate their practice performance during events.

                Focus Areas for Off-Ice Training:

                • Stretching/Flexibility: Enhances range of motion and prevents injuries
                • Off-Ice Jumps: Improves jump technique and strength
                • Off-Ice Spins: Using a spinner off-ice improves spin technique, balance, and control
                • Strength Training (Body): Builds overall muscle strength and endurance
                • Strength Training (Core): Strengthens the core muscles, which are essential for balance and stability
                • Agility/Plyometrics: Increases agility, speed, and explosive power
                • Expression/Dance: Enhances artistic expression and performance quality on the ice

                 

                ESPSC currently does not have off-ice programs running alongside the fall/winter and spring sessions but offers one-hour long sessions during the summer program. To achieve maximum success with cross-training and limit injuries, please discuss off-ice training exercises or classes with your coach. Proper warm-up and cool-down routines, as well as injury prevention techniques, should also be part of your off-ice training plan.

                 

                Basic off-ice training ideas: