The many skating programs offered at the Calgary Winter Club, and available to the members, are outlined below:

PARENT/CHILD
The parent-child class is intended for those skaters who are unable to stand alone on the ice and are just beginning to skate. This class requires parental assistance. Helmets are mandatory. Elements to be introduced are sitting down and standing up, taking small steps, gliding, touching knees and toes and walking backwards. Parents do not require skates.

PRESCHOOL LEVEL 1/PENGUINS
Non-Parent assisted class. Elements introduced are standing alone, balance, stepping and gliding on the ice. Helmets are mandatory.

PRESCHOOL LEVEL 2/POLAR BEARS
Elements introduced are skating across the ice, snowplow stops, introduction to backwards skating and two foot gliding. Helmets are mandatory.

PRESCHOOL LEVEL 3/ICE CAPS
Elements introduced are gliding on one foot, introduction to turning and jumping on the ice, T-push, backwards skating and obstacle course. Helmets are mandatory.

BEGINNER
This class is for skaters who are 5 years and older. This is the first class in the Learn to Skate Program. Skaters will work on their balance, posture, forward and backward skating and two foot gliding. Helmets are mandatory.

ELEMENTARY
All skaters should be 5 years of age or older. It is recommended that the skaters have completed the Beginner Level. Helmets are mandatory. Elements to be introduced are gliding forward and backwards, sculling and slalom.

BASIC
All skaters should be 5 years of age or older. It is recommended that you have passed the Elementary Level. Helmets are mandatory. Elements to be introduced are gliding on a curve, forward inside edges, the Bunny Hop, two foot side stops and backwards sculling.

NOVICE I
t is recommended that skaters have completed the Basic Level. Helmets are encouraged. Elements to be introduced are snow plow stops, forwards crosscuts and the spiral.

NOVICE II
It is recommended that the skaters have completed the Novice I Level. Helmets are encouraged. Elements to be introduced are forward outside edges, and a one foot spin.

NOVICE III
It is recommended that the skaters have completed the Novice I Level. Helmets are encouraged. Elements to be introduced are forward outside edges, and a one foot spin.

NOVICE IV
It is recommended that skaters have completed the Novice III Level. Elements to be introduced are backward inside Mohawk, one foot spin spiraling edge and Waltz Jump.

FAST TRACK
This program is by coaches invitation only. This program is for skaters who demonstrate quick twitch, rhythm and speed. Emphasis will be directed to jumping, proper techniques of pushing, turning, spinning and field moves. This program will enable keen skaters, ages 5 and up, who are interested in advancing into figure skating to move through the Learn To Skate Program at a quicker rate. Coaches will recommend to the parent and skater if the coach feels it is appropriate. Helmets are mandatory.

GROUP FIGURE SKATING
Coaches permission is required. Group figure skating is part of the Skate Canada Program and registration with Skate Canada is mandatory. Call the skating office for details. This level is for skaters who would like to continue skating in a group atmosphere. Skaters will learn skills in freeskate: spinning, jumping & field moves, dance (steps to learn the Preliminary and Junior Bronze dances), stroking, crossovers (forward & backward) turns (three turns, mohawks, toe steps). Helmets are optional.

EDGE CLASS
For all levels - Group Figure Skating and up. Skaters divided according to skill level. A workshop day with circuits, theatre, turns, edges, spins and body positioning. Theme day once per month.

JUNIOR SPIN CLASS
Learning and developing basic spin positions. Introduction to combination spins. Edges, turns and jump technique.

COMPETATIVE/SENIOR/INTERMEDIATE SPIN CLASS
Developing basic spins to advanced combinations. Edge and turn exercises, field movements and jump technique.

POWER HOUR
This off-ice class focuses on strength training, flexibility and jumping.

STRETCH CLASS
Deep stretch, visualization and goal setting.

STROKING
Power crosscuts, cardio stroking, drills, rhythm and edges, creative exercises, turns and field movements.