STAR 2-3:

ESPSC's STAR 2-3 program is a comprehensive 2.25-hour on-ice program held at East St. Paul Arena during the Fall and Winter Sessions. Classes are offered twice a week, aligning with Skate Canada and Sport Canada's Long-Term Athlete Development (LTAD) model. Skaters can choose to skate once a week but are encouraged to attend both sessions for optimal development.

Program Details:

• Location: East St. Paul Arena (Fall/Winter Session)

• Schedule: Sunday or Thursday, 2.25-hour sessions (Fall/Winter Session)

• Participation: Skaters can opt to skate once a week but are encouraged to attend both sessions

On-Ice Instruction: Skaters receive guidance from our NCCP-certified coaches covering various elements of figure skating, including:

• Ice Dance

• Skating Skills

• Free Skating (Jumping and Spinning)

• Synchronized Skating

Group Lessons: Lessons are offered in a group setting, providing skaters with the opportunity to learn and practice alongside their peers.

• TEC: In the final 15 minutes of our STAR Skate session, all STAR 2+ Skaters come together to refine their skills with a focus on Turns, Edges, Conditioning, and Improv to elevate their skating performance.

Testing and Progression: Skaters continue their STAR testing journey in this program, progressing through the STAR 2-3 assessments in Freeskate, Dance, and Skills. This structured approach helps skaters build on their foundation and advance through the levels systematically. Please note that there is an assessment fee associated with these tests for more information, visit our Fee Information Page.

Eligibility: To join the STAR 2-3 class, skaters must have completed at least one level of STAR 1 testing (in Dance, Skills, or Freeskate) or be recommended by a coach.

Fees:

• Ice Fees: Included in the program registration fee

• Coaching Fees: Divided among the registered skaters and invoiced by the coach at the end of each month

• Assessment Fees: STAR assessment fee is paid at the time of testing for every assessment.

• Competition Fees: Each event (Programs, Elements, Improv, Team, etc.) has a fee listed by Skate Canada. Additionally, there is a coaching fee for the time spent with the skater at the event, which varies per coach. This fee can include charges for time, mileage, hotels, meals, etc., depending on what the coach charges for.

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

• 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.

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

STAR Skaters have the opportunity to compete in certain competitions. For more details visit the Competition Information Page.