Recreational Bronze (Star 1-2 Groups)
Recreational Bronze is our youth transition program between CanSkate and STARSkate for skaters who are not yet working with a private coach. These sessions allow skaters to continue learning in a structured group lesson environment while being introduced to the STARSkate disciplines of FreeSkate, Skills, and Ice Dance.
Each 45-60 minute session typically includes:
- Approximately 30 minutes of group instruction
- Introduction to FreeSkate, Skills, and Ice Dance
- Instruction from several Skate Canada Professional Coaches
Recreational Bronze Sessions are intended for skaters working on CanSkate Stage 6 or STAR 1–2. Skaters must have successfully completed CanSkate Stage 5 to register.
Private coaching is not offered during Recreational Bronze Sessions, as the focus remains on coach-led group instruction and foundational skill development. Skaters who have successfully completed CanSkate Stage 6 and are working with a private coach should register in Bronze Sessions. Recreational Bronze is not a prerequisite for Bronze.
Our Recreational Bronze
For skaters working on Stage 6 Canskate (must have completed all stage 5 ribbons)
OR
Star 1-2 Starskate
Sessions are 45 minutes in length
Assessments:
Skaters working on CanSkate Stage 6 will continue earning their CanSkate ribbons and badges. Once Stage 6 has been completed, skaters will begin working toward STAR 1 assessments in FreeSkate, Skills, and Dance. Coaches will notify families when a skater is ready to be assessed. A Skate Canada assessment fee applies.
Next Steps:
When skaters feel ready to begin private coaching or would like to pursue a more focused figure skating pathway, they may transition to Bronze Sessions, provided they have successfully completed CanSkate Stage 6. Bronze Sessions combine one-on-one coaching with independent practice, allowing skaters to continue progressing through the STARSkate program while working toward STAR 1 and STAR 2 assessments.