Skate Programs
Know Before You Go
Welcome to Learn to Skate and Power Skating programs at WinSport, powered by Adrenalin Source for Sports! We are excited to have you join us.
Here's what you need to know before you go:
When and where to check in
The check-in location for all Learn to Skate and Power Skating programs is at the Arena Services desk. See the photo below for directions on where to park and enter our facility.
On the first day of programs, please check in 30 minutes prior to your scheduled lesson at the Arena Services desk.
For the remainder of your program, it will be not necessary to check in at Arena Services. Upon arrival, check the digital display for what ice surface you will be skating on and what dressing room(s) you have been assigned. Once ready, Skate School participants will meet their instructors at the program meeting place. For Power Skating programs, participants can meet their instructors on the players bench of their assigned arena.
What to expect when you arrive on the first day
- We will confirm waiver completion
- Learn to Skate only — We will confirm program meeting spot
- Learn to Skate only — Instructors will set pick-up PIN/password
- Some groups may be asked to complete a media release
- Please inform your instructor of any pre-existing medical conditions or other special considerations
What to wear/bring for Learn to Skate programs
- CSA-approved hockey helmet or CSA multi-sport helmet. Bike helmets are not permitted. A full cage/face mask is recommended.
- Skates
- Socks
- Gloves or mittens
- Base layer of comfortable athletic clothing
- Snow pants
- Jacket
- Water bottle (Please bring a squirt bottle so it can be easily used while wearing a helmet)
* Participants should label their belongings
What to wear/bring for Power Skating programs
- CSA-approved helmet with cage or face mask
- Skates
- Socks
- Base layer
- Athletic supporter (jock/jill)
- Shin pads
- Hockey socks
- Hockey pants/ringette pants
- Shoulder pads
- Elbow pads
- Neck guard
- Jersey
- Gloves
- Stick
- Mouthguard (recommended)
- Water bottle (Please bring a squirt bottle so it can be easily used while wearing a helmet)
* Participants should label their belongings
Rental information
We recommend bringing your own skates and a CSA-approved helmet. However, we do offer skate and helmet rentals.
- For women, skate sizing is typically 2.5–3 sizes down from your shoe size.
- For men, skate sizing is typically 1.5–2 sizes down from your shoe size.
- Please note that size and width can vary and that not all sizes may be available as our stock is donation-based. Skates and helmets must be returned after each individual lesson and are not permitted to leave the facility.
Please note, Learn to Skate/Power Skating programs will not run on the following dates:
- October 10- 12 (Thanksgiving weekend)
- No daytime programs on February 2 (Evening programs will run)
- February 13-15 (Family Day weekend)
- March 27- 29 (Easter weekend)
- May 22-24 (Victoria Day weekend)
If your lesson falls on one of these days, your lessons will resume on your selected day the following week.