What is CanPowerSkate?
CanPowerSkate is Skate Canada’s nationally recognized power skating program, designed specifically for hockey players. Rather than focusing on sticks, pucks and game strategy, the program focuses on the skating skills behind the game.
Players develop stronger edges, quicker starts, more efficient strides, better stops and turns, and greater control at speed—all skills that translate directly to improved performance on the ice.
Power & Speed
Build stronger strides, explosive starts and efficient acceleration.
Control & Agility
Develop the balance, edge control and quick directional changes needed during game play.
Game-Ready Skills
Practice skating techniques and performance drills designed to translate to real game situations.
PowerSkate Programs
PrePowerSkate
Build the foundation
$FEE
Age: 6 years +
Recommended for: Developing hockey skaters
Developing the fundamental skating skills needed for Power Skating. Participants should be working on CanSkate Stage 4 and be able to skate forward, backward and stop proficiently.
Each player will be assessed and placed into a skill-appropriate group and/or time slot, which may include integration with our CanSkate program.
Skills being developed
- Forward one-food turns (small curve) – inside edge and outside edge
- Backward 360 step turns
- Forward-to-backward two-foot jumps
- Backward-to-forward two-foot jumps
- Forward crosscuts (clockwise and counterclockwise)
- Forward inside and forward outside slaloms
- Forward drag
- Drop-down drill
- Forward “V” start and backward stop
- Backward circle thrusts (clockwise and counterclockwise)
- Backward two-foot slalom
- Backward one-foot glide with speed (right and left)
- Forward one-foot glide from blue line to blue line (right and left)
- Speed Drill #1: Skate from goal line to first blue line in 9 seconds or less
PowerSkate 1
Develop Power & Control
$Fee
Age: 6 years +
Recommended for: Players ready for more advanced skating development
Take your game to the next level with PowerSkate 1 — a high-energy, instructional power skating program designed for hockey players.
The program develops balance, control, agility, power, and speed, with a strong focus on edge work, an essential skill for quick, dynamic movement on the ice.
Each player will be assessed and placed into a skill-appropriate group and/or time slot, which may include integration with our CanSkate program.
Skills being developed
- Forward one-food turns (small curve) – inside edge and outside edge
- Backward 360 step turns
- Forward-to-backward two-foot jumps
- Backward-to-forward two-foot jumps
- Forward crosscuts (clockwise and counterclockwise)
- Forward inside and forward outside slaloms
- Forward drag
- Drop-down drill
- Forward “V” start and backward stop
- Backward circle thrusts (clockwise and counterclockwise)
- Backward two-foot slalom
- Backward one-foot glide with speed (right and left)
- Forward one-foot glide from blue line to blue line (right and left)
PowerSkate 1
Take Your Skating Further
$FEE
Age: 9 years +
Prerequisite: Power 1
Designed for experienced players ready for a higher level of power skating development. Power 2 challenges skaters with advanced techniques focused on speed, edge control, agility and dynamic movement.
*Participants must have successfully completed Power 1 and will be evaluated to ensure appropriate placement.
Skills being developed
- Forward one-food turns (small curve) – inside edge and outside edge
- Backward 360 step turns
- Forward-to-backward two-foot jumps
- Backward-to-forward two-foot jumps
- Forward crosscuts (clockwise and counterclockwise)
- Forward inside and forward outside slaloms
- Forward drag
- Drop-down drill
- Forward “V” start and backward stop
- Backward circle thrusts (clockwise and counterclockwise)
- Backward two-foot slalom
- Backward one-foot glide with speed (right and left)
- Forward one-foot glide from blue line to blue line (right and left)
Skills That Make a Difference
Skills & Progression
As players progress through CanPowerSkate, they work on increasingly challenging skating skills designed to improve efficiency, confidence and performance.
Edge Control
Inside and outside edges, turns and controlled movement.
Starts & Stops
Quick acceleration and efficient stopping techniques.
Forward & Backward Skating
Developing power, balance and control in both directions.
Crosscuts & Direction Changes
Forward & Backward
Skating.
Balance & Coordination
One-foot glides, transitions and dynamic skating movements.
Speed & Power
Performance drills that challenge acceleration, stride and skating efficiency.
Frequently asked Questions
- All skaters up to Stage 5 inclusive MUST wear a CSA approved hockey helmet. A cage is recommended for all skaters. Bike, ski and skate/snowboarding helmets are NOT allowed.
- Warm Layers – splash pants over warm pants (no snowpants), a warm sweater and outer jacket (not too bulky)
- Mittens/gloves are needed on the ice. (Please no CHENILLE gloves)
- Elbow and Kneepads are not necessary
The most important piece of equipment; these are an investment in a skater’s career and require continual care to keep the skater safe.
Good skates should meet the following criteria:
- Fit properly, standing straight, ankles not bending inward our outward
- Have laces (no buckels or velcro)
- Avoid plastic skates
- Be sharpened (by a professional), blades dried off after each use and use soft guards to protect the blade in your bag when not in use.
- Keep toe picks on figure skates – do not grind them off.
All skaters must be registered with Skate Canada before taking to the ice. The annual membership fee is $62.70 for the 2025-2026 season in Ontario. Annual Skate Canada Membership and Insurance is valid from September 1 to August 31. This fee is 100% non-refundable.
Membership Benefits
- Become part of the skating family and a national recognized association with a strong history and an outstanding national and international reputation.
- Participation in the Member Accident insurance program as a reduced rate
- Access to Skate Canada Programs and program incentive materials
- Expertly developed and professional delivered Skate Canada Programs
- The opportunity to participate in interclub and invitational competitions
- Special member prices on merchandise from the on-line store
- Receive the option to purchase selected Skate Canada event tickets prior to the general public or at a discounted prices for members
- Opportunities to be recognized through a nationally standardized testing system for achieving specific figure skating skills
Skate Canada National Registrant Fee: $28.00
Sectional Portion (Ontario): $29.00
Safe Sport Fee: $5.00
Injury Benefit Fee: $0.70
Each participant will have an administration fee of $20 added to their invoice in addition to the Skate Canada Fee. This yearly fee is needed for the cost of items such as badges and ribbons, equipment (noodles, balls, cones) etc. The fee is also used for our board insurance, accounting fees, and any other additional costs we may incur. 100% of the program fees that are listed in the cost of registration only covers the cost of ice and coaching. This fee may change year over year due to fluctuating costs and possible sponsorships.
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