Private Lessons

Who can take private lessons?

Club members registered in one of our programs can take private lessons with a Club Coach. Private lessons are available on all sessions except for Ages 3 - 5 Learn to Skate (Pre-CanSkate).

Important Information

• Private lessons are not included in your program fees. You pay coaches directly for your private lessons.
• You must arrange private lessons directly with a coach.
• Coaches from other clubs cannot teach private lessons on our sessions.
• Guest skaters from other clubs cannot take private lessons on our sessions.
• Private lessons are OPTIONAL for Ages 6 - 12 Learn to Skate (CanSkate 1-6), Ages 13 - 17 Learn to Skate (Teen), Adult Learn to Skate, STAR 1 and STAR 2.
• Private lessons are MANDATORY for STAR 3, STAR 4, STAR 5 - 10 and Adult Figure Skating (STARSkate). Skaters must take a minimum of one 15 minute private lesson per skating day.

Extra Ice Fees for CanSkate 1-6 Private Lessons

• Private lessons for Ages 6 - 12 Learn to Skate (CanSkate 1-6) are available before and after regular sessions.
• Extra ice fees apply to cover the extra ice time for private lessons.
• Private lessons can only be taken on the same day as your regular session.
• You must arrange private lessons with a club coach before adding on a CanSkate 1-6 private lesson session.
• To pay the extra ice fee, you must register for a CanSkate 1-6 private lesson session and pay the club by e-Transfer.

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Summer Private Lessons

Private lessons are run differently during our summer sessions. Email us for more information.

How to Choose a Coach

• Each coach has his or her own coaching style. Observe the coach on ice and his or her interaction with the skaters. Personal fit is very important.
• Contact the coach directly. A list of coaches with their contact information and qualifications can be found on our Coaches page.
• Make sure that your coach is available for the sessions on which the skater is skating. Not all coaches work at the club everyday. Scheduling must be arranged directly with the coach.

Can our staff of board members recommend a coach?

• No, anyone who is involved with the day-to-day operation or governance of a Skate Canada Club must remain impartial. Recommendations of one coach over another are considered unethical.

How much do private lessons cost?

• Rates are determined by individual coaches. Please contact them directly.
• Private lesson fees are not included in your skating session fees and must be paid to the coach directly and cannot be paid through the office.
• Skaters in the CanSkate 1-6 program must register in a separate private session (additional cost for the ice, payable to the club).
• Some coaches may deliver semi-private lessons with up to 3 skaters and prices will vary.

How do I change coaches?

• Have a conversation with your current coach and advise you are looking to switch to another coach. Your current coach may want to know why. Have an open and honest discussion with your coach.
• Ensure your future coach is available to coach the skater on his or her skating days.
• Ensure there is no outstanding balance with your current coach prior to starting with new coach.