Why PowerSkate?

PowerSkate is a high-energy, skill-building program developed by Skate Canada specifically for young hockey and ringette players who want to move faster, skate smarter, and play harder. Designed to enhance on-ice performance, PowerSkate focuses on the skating techniques that matter most—balance, control, power, speed, agility, and endurance—through fast-paced, progressive drills that simulate real-game movement and challenges.

Unlike traditional learn-to-skate programs, PowerSkate is tailored to athletes who already have a basic skating foundation and are ready to improve their efficiency and explosiveness on the ice. It’s the same nationally recognized program trusted by NHL greats like Nathan MacKinnon, Matt Duchene, Mark Scheifele, and Jeff Skinner, all of whom took part in PowerSkate during their early development years. With its strong coaching foundation and proven training structure, PowerSkate gives young athletes the edge they need to skate with skill, power, and confidence.

Who Can Register?

PowerSkate is open to hockey and ringette players aged six and up who meet the minimum skating requirements. Skaters must be able to skate both forward and backward and must be able to stop on command without using the boards. Completion of Stage 4 of CanSkate, or equivalent skating skills, is required. Adaptive and sledge hockey skaters are welcome to participate, provided they have the appropriate equipment. Families unsure about a skater’s readiness may contact the club to discuss further.

Required Equipment

All participants are required to wear full CSA-approved hockey equipment, including hockey skates, a CSA-approved helmet that includes a cage, and all standard protective gear such as gloves, shin guards, elbow pads, and pants. A hockey stick is also required. Skaters will not be permitted on the ice without the proper equipment. For more details on required gear, including helmets, please visit our Helmet Policy page.