CanSkate Stage 3:
Once your child completes Stage 2, they will advance to Stage 3. In this stage, your child will focus on executing skills with increased power and flow. They will build upon their foundational abilities, refining their techniques to achieve more dynamic and fluid movements. This stage emphasizes the development of strength and efficiency, preparing them for more complex skating elements as they progress. 😊⛸️✨
Stage 3 Skills
| Balance (5/5) | Control (5/5) | Agility (5/5) |
|---|---|---|
|
Fwd stationary blade push (R/L) |
Fwd stop with speed (R/L) |
Fwd 2-foot quick turns (CW/CCW) |
|
Fwd 2-foot slalom |
Bwd sculling |
Bwd 2-foot quick turn (CW/CCW) |
|
Fwd circle thrusts (CW/CCW) |
Bwd 2 to 1-foot glide (R/L) |
Fwd 360º step turn (CW/CCW) |
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Walking crosscuts (R/L) |
Bwd push/glide sequence (consecutive) |
Bwd 2-foot jump |
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Fwd 2 to 1-foot curve glide (R/L) |
Bwd 1-foot glide (R/L) |
Fwd perimeter skating |
To watch examples on how to perform the skills, check out the specific focus area (Balance, Control, Agility) in the CanSkate section on the Skate Canada Development Video Library
