Canskate Handbook Information

Swift Current Skating Club 2015-2016

October 13, 2015 to March 13, 2016
I-Plex, Swift Current

First Blades
Canskate
Advanced Canskate
Rising Stars

Swift Current Skating Club
Box 503
Swift Current, SK
S9H 3W3
Skate Canada Club Number: 1000239

www.sites.google.com/site/swiftcurrentskatingclub/
swiftcurrentskateclub@gmail.com

Executive for 2015-2016
President – Dallas Ogilivy -741-8220
Vice President – Tami Pavely 778-6435
Secretary – Michelle Newton
Treasurer – Janessa Ljunggren – 773-8339
Assistant Treasurer – Karen Bender
Recreation – open
Registration – Jobi Regier – 773-8034
Ice – Deb Steinley – 773-8177
Test – Alison Slabik
Ways and Means – Lisa Oliver
Publicity – Candie Huber
Member at Large – Holly Clements – 778-7445
Member at Large – Jenna Reimer – Jones 741-4773

All Programs start on October 13, 2015 to March 13, 2016
at the Iplex – unless otherwise stated

Please make sure that the Club has your email address for the most up to date information and newsletters.
Please email the Club at swiftcurrentskateclub@gmail.com to have your name added to the list.
***ALL correspondence is via email or by website***

1) Cancelled Dates: Due to other schedules at the I-Plex, sometimes skating lessons are cancelled or changed to Fairview Arenas. As much advanced notice as possible will be given by email and by the front white board.

All cancelled dates and make up ice will be posted on the website, bulletin board and handed out on the first day of skating!
2) Ice Show Date: March 12, 2016 at the Credit Union IPlex

3) Fundraising: Each skater is required to sell one book of raffle tickets for our fundraiser. Raffle tickets are $40 payable at registration night. There are no family discounts on fundraising. Fundraising is non- refundable. Tickets are to be handed in by November 15, 2016. Boxes will be available at the Iplex. All inquiries can be made to Lisa Oliver at swiftcurrentskateclub@gmail.com.

4) Volunteering: There is a $50 volunteer fee that will be payable on registration night. After fulfilling one volunteer duty per family, the fee will be returned. Sign up sheets will be available at Citywide registration and available online.

5) Refunds: All refunds will be reviewed by the Executive and are subject to a $10 administration fee. Ice usage will be pro-rated. No refunds after December 16, 2015. Any withdrawals, problems, or concerns must be submitted in writing with a signature and date to the executive at the following address: Swift Current Skating Club, Box 503, Swift Current, SK, S9H 3W3. Questions can be directed to Dallas Ogilivy -741-8220

6) Age Requirements: It is preferred that all skaters have supervision while at their lesson as it is not the coaches’ responsibility to watch them when they are not in lessons. All skaters age 10 and under must be supervised by an adult while at skating lessons.

7) Equipment:
a) Helmets - are mandatory for First Blades, Canskate, Advanced, Rising Stars and Power Skating. Facemasks are mandatory for First Blades, Canskate and Advanced. They should fit snug but not too tight. The strap should be adjustable as should the actual helmet. Ear protection is optional - it would be more necessary in hockey. No stickers on helmets and no bike helmets are allowed. It is recommended that you purchase a helmet which is CSA and CAHA approved. It should be made of hard plastic with a thick sponge layer and it should provide ear protection. **If your child has long hair/bangs, please ensure that it is pulled back out of their eyes and off their face**
b) Skates – Fit is a number one priority. A boot fits if the child can sit in a chair, bend forward at the knee and there is one pencil width of space at the back of the boot. A used pair of skates is still usable if there is not crease on the inside of the boot. Creases on the outside are okay. When buying manufactured skate you should be aware that:

1. The quality of these skates is very inconsistent. Check them over carefully before you buy.
2. Because the blades are riveted on the boot as apposed to screw on, they cannot be moved. Check to ensure that the blades are mounted on straight.
3. Make sure the boot has not bubbled or wrinkled out. Also check the lining. The soles should not be warped or uneven.

8) Coaches: Parents, family or friends not skating must not interfere with coaches and skaters during lesson times. Please respect that our coaches need to give their attention to skaters. Questions for coaches can be forwarded to swiftcurrentskateclub@gmail.com or contacting the coaches directly.

Please do not sit in the player’s box.

Tracy Hansen - 773-3270, 741-3563, tracynhansen@gmail.com
Certified NCCP Level 2
Skate Canada Sr. Silver Skills, Jr. Silver Dances, and Sr. Bronze Freeskate
Certified CanSkate (New module trained) and CanPower Instructor
Coaching all levels of recreational, test and competitive skaters
Former National Synchro Competitor
Continuous Education Program - Silver Status
Partner Preliminary to Senior Bronze Dances
13 years coaching experience

Taylor Undseth

9) Skating Lessons – Points to Note:
-Get up immediately if you fall, it is dangerous to remain on the ice after a fall.
-Kicking the ice surface will not be tolerated as it is dangerous to other skaters.
-Gum and food is not allowed on the ice surface.
-Please keep the dressing rooms clean.
-Do not leave valuables in the dressing rooms.
-Skaters are not allowed to sit on the boards at any time.
-Skaters are asked not to loiter on the ice – you are hampering other skaters.
-Foul language and profanity will not be tolerated. You will be asked to leave the lesson.
-Any skater not complying with these rules may be suspended from ice time.
-There are first aid kits available.