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HOLIDAY SPIRIT WEEK ON THE ICE
posted Dec 11, 2025, 6:38 PM
We are excited to celebrate the holiday season during our upcoming CanSkate and Fundamentals classes.
Skaters attending classes on Sunday, December 14, Tuesday, December 16, and Thursday, December 18 are invited to come dressed in their favourite festive holiday attire. Fun sweaters, cozy colours, and cheerful accessories are all welcome as long as they are safe for skating and allow for comfortable movement.
We look forward to celebrating the season on the ice with all our skaters.
EYSC MERCHANDISE PICK-UP STARTS TOMORROW!
posted Dec 10, 2025, 7:08 PM
EYSC merch arrives tomorrow and will be available for pick-up in the EYSC office during the following times:
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Thursday, December 11: 4:00–7:45 PM
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Tuesday, December 16: 4:00–7:45 PM
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Thursday, December 18: 4:00–7:45 PM
Additional pick-up dates may be added, and we will notify members if more times become available.
HOLIDAY DRESS-UP WEEK AND ASSESSMENTS FOR PRE-BRONZE AND RISING STARS
posted Dec 10, 2025, 5:10 PM
Next week, we will be celebrating the holiday season on the ice. Pre-Bronze and Rising Stars skaters will also be completing their assessments during this time.
Skaters are invited to come dressed in their best holiday swag. Please ensure outfits are safe for skating and allow skaters to move freely in case they are testing.
We look forward to a fun and festive week at the rink!
HOLIDAY TICKET ICE SESSIONS NOW AVAILABLE
posted Dec 10, 2025, 4:33 PM
We are happy to share that we will be offering Holiday Ticket Ice for our Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Adult Star skaters who would like to get an extra practice in over the break.
Here are the available sessions:
• Tuesday, December 23 from 4:00 to 6:00 PM with Sara
Registration link: https://www.eastyorkskatingclub.com/registration/product-detail/TueDecember23-TicketIce-OpenSession
• Tuesday, December 30 from 4:00 to 6:00 PM with Sara
Registration link: https://www.eastyorkskatingclub.com/registration/product-detail/TuesDec30-TicketIce-OpenSession
• Friday, January 2 from 4:00 to 6:00 PM with Laura
Registration link: https://www.eastyorkskatingclub.com/registration/product-detail/FriJan2-TicketIce-OpenSession
Registration is now open on Uplifter, and all sessions can be found on the Registration page. Each session is $20.00.
Wishing everyone a wonderful holiday season, and we look forward to seeing you on the ice.
EURYTHMY HOLIDAY BAKE SALE – SUNDAY, DECEMBER 7TH
posted Dec 4, 2025, 7:38 PM
We’re excited to share that our Eurythmy Synchro Teams will be hosting their annual Holiday Bake Sale this Sunday, December 7th, in the East York Memorial Arena lobby from 1:00–4:00 PM.
This is a cash-only event, and all proceeds will go toward supporting our two incredible synchro teams as they work hard throughout their competitive season.
We’d love to see you there and truly appreciate your support!
DECEMBER - IMPORTANT DATES
posted Dec 2, 2025, 6:35 PM
The first half of December is busy at EYSC! Please take note of the dates below:
- December 2nd and December 4th, 2025: Last Ice Show Costume Try-On Booths
- December 7th, 2025: Last day to register for Ice Show
- December 7th, 2025: Eurythmy Bake Sale 1-4 PM at East York Arena
- December 14, 16 and 18, 2025: Canskate Report Cards are released
- December 20th, 2025 - January 4th, 2026: No regular sessions, Winter Break
ICE SHOW REGISTRATION CUTOFF EXTENDED
posted Dec 2, 2025, 6:24 PM
Ice Show Registration has been extended until Sunday, December 7th 2025!
ALL REGULAR SESSIONS CANCELLED THIS FRIDAY FOR TEST DAY
posted Nov 26, 2025, 7:50 PM
This is a reminder that all regular skating sessions scheduled for this Friday, November 28th, will be cancelled due to our Test Day.
Only skaters participating in Test Day should attend the rink on Friday. Regular programming will resume as usual on the following scheduled session.
Thank you for your understanding and support, and best of luck to all of our test skaters.
TEST DAY NOVEMBER 28 2025 SCHEDULE
posted Nov 25, 2025, 5:29 PM
COSTUME SIZING AND REGISTRATION INFORMATION TABLE – SCHEDULE FOR NEXT WEEK
posted Nov 21, 2025, 3:52 PM
Families are welcome to stop by our Costume Sizing and Registration Information table next week during the times listed below. Our volunteers will be available to assist with costume try-ons, answer registration questions, and provide the Ice Show guides.
Schedule:
• Sunday, November 23 — 1:15 PM to 7:15 PM
• Tuesday, November 25 — 5:00 PM to 7:15 PM
• Thursday, November 27 — 5:00 PM to 8:15 PM
We look forward to seeing you there and helping make your Ice Show registration and sizing process smooth and easy.
ICE SHOW REGISTRATION CLARIFICATIONS
posted Nov 21, 2025, 3:44 PM
Thank you to everyone who has already registered for the 2026 Ice Show. We are excited to see so many skaters participating this season.
As registrations come in, we have noticed a few common mistakes. Please review the information below to ensure your skater is registered correctly. This helps us plan choreography, rehearsals, and group numbers smoothly for all participants.
Dance Court Eligibility
Skaters may only register for Dance Court if they have completed STAR 6 Dance or higher by November 2025.
Families waiting for November Test Day results are welcome to register once results are received. There is no registration cap for any Ice Show program.
If you are unsure about eligibility, please contact the club office for clarification.
Rising Stars Program
Skaters in the Rising Stars program are only eligible to participate in the Rising Stars group number. They should not register for any additional Ice Show programs.
Registering by Current Level
Please register your skater based on the level they are skating in as of November 2025, not the level they may move into later in the season.
Our office will reach out to families individually if any adjustments are needed. If a skater has been registered incorrectly, they will be withdrawn from the incorrect program to reflect their eligibility.
Thank you for your cooperation and support as we prepare for this year’s Ice Show. If you have any questions, please reach out to us at any time.
ICE SHOW REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!
posted Nov 21, 2025, 3:42 PM
We are excited to announce that registration for the 2026 Ice Show is now open.
All skaters are invited to take part in this year’s production, and we cannot wait to begin preparing for an amazing show. For full instructions on how to register, please follow the guide linked below. The guide walks families through the steps, program descriptions, fees, eligibility details, and what to expect throughout the rehearsal period.
If you have any questions after reviewing the guide, please feel free to reach out to the club office. We look forward to another fantastic Ice Show season.
REGULAR SESSIONS CANCELLED - WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 12TH
posted Nov 9, 2025, 1:40 PM
Please note that all regular on-ice and off-ice sessions are cancelled this upcoming Wednesday, the 12th, due to our Simulation Day
We invite everyone to come by the rink to watch and cheer on our skaters as they perform their programs in preparation for the upcoming competition season.
Thank you for your understanding and support, and we look forward to seeing you back on the ice for regular sessions next week.
COME CHEER ON OUR SKATERS AT SIMULATION DAY!
posted Nov 9, 2025, 1:39 PM
We’re excited to invite you to our East York Simulation Day: Fall 2025, happening this Wednesday the 12th from 4:10 PM to 6:00 PM at the rink. This event gives our skaters the chance to perform their programs in a supportive environment and gain valuable experience ahead of competition season.
All members, families, and friends are welcome to come spectate and cheer everyone on. Let’s fill the stands and show our skaters some love and encouragement.
We can’t wait to see everyone there and celebrate all the hard work our skaters have put in this season.
NO SKATING ON HALLOWEEN!
posted Oct 25, 2025, 3:02 PM
There will be no skating on Friday, October 31, on Halloween.
We hope everyone enjoys a fun and safe evening, and we’ll see you back on the ice at your next scheduled session!
🎃 HALLOWEEN SKATE – COME IN COSTUME!
posted Oct 22, 2025, 8:01 PM
We’re excited to announce that we’ll be celebrating Halloween on the ice during our upcoming sessions!
Join us for our Halloween Skate on Sunday, October 26, and again on Tuesday, October 28 and Thursday, October 30. Skaters in our CanSkate, Pre-Can, and Fundamentals sessions are invited to come dressed in their Halloween costumes — just make sure to stay warm and safe while skating!
There will also be special Halloween treats for our skaters to enjoy after their session.
We can’t wait to see everyone’s costumes and celebrate a fun and festive week on the ice!
LONG WEEKEND SKATING CLOSURES
posted Oct 8, 2025, 3:47 PM
Please note that there will be no skating on Sunday, October 12th, or Monday, October 13th, due to the Thanksgiving holiday weekend.
All regular sessions will resume on Tuesday, October 14th.
We hope you enjoy a safe and relaxing long weekend with your family and friends!
SIMULATION DAY - NOVEMBER 12TH
posted Oct 8, 2025, 3:46 PM
East York Skating Club is excited to announce that we will be hosting a Competition Simulation Day on Wednesday, November 12th, from 4:10–6:05 pm.
Who Can Participate:
Skaters competing in the following categories are encouraged to take part:
• STAR 2+ Freeskate
• STAR 5+ Artistic
• Skate Ontario Provincial Series
• Synchro Series
The simulation gives skaters the opportunity to perform their programs on open ice as a trial run before the competitive season begins. Skaters will have a group warm-up similar to a competition, followed by their program performances.
Schedule:
The session will begin at 4:10 pm with a group warm-up. Any remaining time at the end of the event will be open ice for skaters who participated in the simulation, allowing coaches to work with their skaters on the session.
Attire:
Competition outfits and East York Skating Club jackets are encouraged, but not mandatory.
Registration:
This event is free to participate in, but all competitors must register using the link below so we can create a schedule.
Registration closes on Sunday, October 26th at 11:59 pm.
An event schedule will be released after registration closes.
Before registering, please check in with your private coach to confirm participation.
If you are not participating in the simulation, we invite you to come out and cheer on your fellow East York skaters. This is a wonderful opportunity to see what comes next for our competitive and synchronized skaters after completing Pre-Bronze Groups!
STATION ROTATIONS BEGINNING FOR CANSKATE/FUNDAMENTALS PROGRAM
posted Oct 2, 2025, 6:12 PM
Station Rotations Begin This Sunday
This Sunday marks the start of station rotations for our CanSkate/Fundamentals program.
Over the first few weeks of the season, our focus is on helping skaters feel comfortable on the ice and settle into their groups. With station rotations, skaters will now move between three skill-focused areas each session:
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Balance: Forward skating, edges, crossovers
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Control: Stopping, backwards skating, speed
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Agility: Turns, jumps
This format allows every skater to receive equal instruction in all areas, supports steady progression, and gives skaters the chance to learn from different coaches and benefit from their unique teaching styles.
Ribbons and Badges
As always, skaters will earn ribbons and badges as they master specific skills. To achieve a badge, they must complete all three ribbons within a stage (for example: Agility 1 + Balance 1 + Control 1 = Stage 1). Assessments and awards are handed out four times throughout the season, much like school report cards.
How Parents Can Help
To help your child succeed, please remind them before class that they will be rotating stations and working with different coaches. Preparing them in advance can help build confidence and ensure they are ready to try new skills.
We are looking forward to watching our skaters grow in confidence and ability through this program!
OCTOBER ADMIN OFFICE HOURS
posted Sep 28, 2025, 2:41 PM
Julia, our Club Administrator, will be in the office on the following dates:
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Tuesday, September 30
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Thursday, October 2
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Tuesday, October 7
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Thursday, October 9
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Tuesday, October 14
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Thursday, October 16
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Sunday, October 19
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Tuesday, October 21
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Sunday, October 26
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Tuesday, October 28
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Sunday, November 2
A sign will be posted on the office door to indicate when Julia is in. If there are any changes to the schedule, an email will be sent notifying members.