Facial protection/cage is required for some age groups. Pick-up hockey is a non-contact game where full hockey equipment is mandatory for all program participants including CSA-approved hockey helmets. A definite workout! Figure Skating Patchįor figure skaters to practice figure eights and edges in a designated area of the ice. You must be a competent forward and backward skater and be able to turn comfortably from forward and backward with speed to attend this program. Adult Cardio SkateĪ supervised fast-paced skate session using the entire ice surface incorporating skating skill drills with music. Have a great time on the ice skating with other adults. Adult and Older Adult Skateįor ages 18 years and older. Practice your spins, jumps, and figure skating programs. Have a great time on the ice skating with your family and friends. Please confirm the arena schedule on Active Mississauga. Schedules are subject to availability and may change at any time. All participants must wear ice skates while on the ice. Keep in mind that falling is totally normal when you’re new to ice skating.Develop your skills and practice with a variety of skating and hockey drop-in programs to suit your schedule.Ī CSA-approved hockey helmet is recommended for most programs. Try to stay loose when you’re falling so you’re less likely to hurt yourself. If you ever feel like you’re going to fall, bend your knees more and try to sit down on the ice for a gentle landing. To stop skating, move your feet away from each other, then turn one of your skates to the side. To turn right, bring your left shoulder forward. If you want to turn left, bring your right shoulder forward. To turn, just bring your outside shoulder, or the shoulder that's opposite the direction you want to turn, forward. Keep your eyes ahead of you and avoid looking down so you don’t fall or run into anyone. Continue alternating feet to keep skating forward, and hold your arms out to your sides a little bit to help you balance. As you glide forward, bring the foot you pushed off with back down onto the ice, then use your other foot to push off. To start skating, push off with one foot.
Keep your knees slightly bent at all times for extra stability. Once you’re suited up, carefully step onto the ice, holding onto the railing for support. Bring a couple pairs of socks in case your feet get cold, and make sure the ice skates you rent fit your feet so they’re comfortable and don’t cause blisters.
To have a successful first time ice skating, dress for the occasion by wearing long sleeves and pants and light layers, like a jacket, gloves, and a hat.
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