Fall 2024 Skating Programs and Pricing

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Please read the skating requirements carefully before completing your registration. StarSkaters from other clubs must wait until Aug. 15th for registration.

Online registration opens August 8 @ 9 am for Canskate and BFSC Homeclub Starskaters by visiting: https://bfsc.uplifterinc.com/registration/

STARSKATE REQUIREMENTS: 

  • Junior – MUST have Passed Stage 4 and have been invited EXCEPT FOR THE OPEN SESSION where skaters must have completed all 6 Canskate Stages and have a private coach
  • Intermediate A–All three Star 1 Assessments – Freeskate Elements, Dance Elements and Skills and have a private coach
  • Intermediate B – All Star 2 tests PLUS two of the following: Star 3 Skills, Star 3 Dance (Baby Blues and Star 3 Dance Elements) and or Star 3 Freeskate (Elements & Program) and have a private coach
  • Senior – All Star 3 tests, PLUS two of the following: Star 4 Skills, Star 4 Dance (Swing and Fiesta) and/or Star 4 Freeskate (Elements and Program) & must have a private coach

STARSKATE TECHNICAL TRAINING

BFSC is excited to offer a STARSkate Technical Training session for all skaters STAR 1 and up. This exercise/drill based program will ensure that skaters progressively build a solid foundation through reinforcement of basic stroking, posture and correct technique which in turn fosters skill acquisition and retention. Small groups with direct instruction and correction enhance the learning experience and provide the skaters with exercises that will enhance their own individual practice.

CANSKATE PROGRAM:

  • 50 min program for children 3 years of age and up (EXCEPT for the 5yr+ session)
  • A learn to skate program for skaters that have some experience or NO prior skating experience 
  • A dynamic program that focuses on fun and basic skill development
  • Skaters of different skill levels and ages may still skate on the same Canskate session.

PRE-CANSKATE PROGRAM:

  • 25 min program for children 3-4 years of age
  • Designed for 3-4 yr olds who have never skated before or who are not confident with their balance on the ice.
  • Will introduce children to the ice, help them become comfortable and work on the essentials needed to move safely and effectively on the ice. Successful skaters can transition to Canskate.

SKATING Fundamentals FOR HOCKEY & Ringette PLAYERS:

  • THIS IS NOT A LEARN TO SKATE PROGRAM
  • Skaters must be able to skate the full length of the ice forward and backward, be able to stop and get up from the ice unassisted.
  • This program focuses on skating fundamentals and will develop balance, agility, control, speed and power for hockey and ringette players.
  • Full or partial hockey equipment is recommended.
2024 BFSC Schedule

Each participant is required to pay a $61.70 non-refundable Skate Canada fee which will be added to your invoice at the time of registration. Once paid, it is valid from Sept. 1, 2024-August 31, 2025. This fee is non-refundable.

Precanskate: 

A non-refundable Skate Canada fee of $61.70/participant will be added to your invoice.
Sundays (14 sessions): $224 program fee.

Canskate:

A non-refundable Skate Canada fee of $61.70/participant will be added to your invoice.
Sundays (14 sessions): $280 program fee 
Mondays (13 sessions): $260 program fee
Tuesdays (15 sessions):  $300 program fee
Wednesdays (15 sessions): $300 program fee

Skating for Hockey/Ringette:

A non-refundable Skate Canada fee of $61.70/participant will be added to your invoice.
Wednesdays (15 sessions): $300 program fee

Starskate:

A non-refundable Skate Canada fee of $61.70/participant will be added to your invoice.
Mondays (13 sessions): $195
Tuesday Junior/Intermediate A (16 sessions): $240 
Tuesday Intermediate B/Senior (16 sessions): $265
Wednesdays (15 sessions): $225
Thursday Senior (14 sessions): $280 
Thursday Junior (14 sessions): $210
Thursday Intermediate (14 sessions): $305
Sunday Tech Session #1 (14 sessions): $140
Sunday Tech Session #2 (14 sessions): $140

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Summer Skating 2024 – 7 Weeks (Jul 16-Aug 29)

SUMMER  REGISTRATION will open JUNE 1st at 8 am. 

Registration link: https://bfsc.uplifterinc.com/registration/

BFSC is proud to announce the schedule and fees for the 2024 Summer Season. Summer programming will run for 7 sessions from July 16-Aug. 29. All skating will take place at South Courtice Arena, Pad B. 

Requests for withdrawal from any program must be received in writing by Registration@bfsc.net within two weeks of the start of the session. Only the remaining sessions will be refunded. The Skate Canada Membership fee is nonrefundable.

If you have any questions please email: Registration@bfsc.net

**Please note, we require minimum numbers to run each session. You will be contacted if we need to make changes to the schedule.

Tuesday
(July 16, 23, 30, Aug. 6, 13, 20, 27)
Wednesday
(July 17, 24, 31, Aug. 7, 14, 21, 28)
Thursday
(July 18, 25, Aug. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29)
5:30-5:55pm
PRE-CANSKATE SESSION #1
 (for 3 & 4 year olds)
  5:30-6:20pm
CANSKATE
5:55-6:20pm
PRE-CANSKATE SESSION #2
(for 3 & 4 year olds)
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5:30-6:20 JUNIOR STARSKATE
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6:30-7:20 pm
OPEN JUN/INT/SEN
STARSKATE
-Must have passed complete Stage 6 AND have a private coach
6:30-7:20 pm
CANSKATE
6:30-7:20 pm
OPEN JUN/INT/SEN
STARSKATE
-Must have passed complete Stage 6 AND have a private coach
7:30-8:20 pm
STARSKATE SENIOR
7:30-8:20 pm
STARSKATE INTERMEDIATE/SENIOR
7:30-8:20 pm
STARSKATE SENIOR
BFSC Summer 2024 Schedule

Fees:

Canskate: $161 program fee + $59 Skate Canada fee (only for new 2023-2024 Canskate participants)
PreCanskate: $140 program fee + $59  Skate Canada fee (only for new 2023-2024 Canskate participants)
Junior/Intermediate/Senior Starskate Costs:  $161 fee for each session

Description/Requirements:

CANSKATE:

  • 50 min program for skaters with no experience needed 
  • For ages 3 years and up 
  • A dynamic program that focuses on fun and basic skating skill development

PRE-CANSKATE:

  • 25 min program for children 3-4 years of age, designed for those who have never skated before or who are not confident with their balance on the ice.
  • Will introduce children to the ice, help them become comfortable and work on the essentials needed to move safely and effectively on the ice. 

STARSKATE:

  • JuniorOpen Session Juniors must have completed all of Stage 6 AND have a private coach. For the Wednesday JUNIOR only session, no private lessons/coaching is permitted. This is a group session only.
  • Intermediate – Minimum requirements are all three Star 1 tests and must have a private coach
  • Senior – All Star 3 tests, plus two Star 4 tests & must have a private coach

Registration link:https://bfsc.uplifterinc.com/registration/

Posted by Jeff in Activities, CanSkate, Canskate, Information, Learn to Skate, News, Rising Stars/CanPower, Skating Programs, STARSkate

BFSC Spring 2024 (May 13th to June 26th)

Spring programming will run from May 13-June 26. All skating will take place at South Courtice Arena on Pad B.  Please note, there is no skating on May 16, May 20th or June 27. 

Starskaters must meet the requirements to skate on their session. Please read the NEW SPRING requirements for Starskate below. As always, please communicate with your skater’s coach to determine levels if you are unsure.

Online registration opens March 24 @ 8am by visiting: https://bfsc.uplifterinc.com/registration/

Mondays – 6 Sessions
(May 13, May 27, June 3, 10, 17 & 24)
*No skating May 20.
Wednesdays – 7 Sessions
(May 15, May 22, May 29, June 5, 12, 19 &  26)
Thursdays – 5 Sessions
(May 23, May 30, June 6, 13, 20)
*No skating May 16 and June 27.
5:30-6:20 CANSKATE5:30-6:20 CANSKATE
SESSION #1
5:30-6:20 STARSKATE
SENIOR
6:30-7:20 STARSKATE
JUNIOR/INTERMEDIATE A
6:30-7:20 CANSKATE
SESSION #2
6:30-7:20 STARSKATE
JUNIOR
7:30-8:20 STARSKATE
INTERMEDIATE B/SENIOR
7:30-8:20 STARSKATE
INTERMEDIATE B/SENIOR
7:30-8:20 STARSKATE
INTERMEDIATE A & B

**NEW** SPRING STARSKATE REQUIREMENTS 

  • Junior – MUST have Passed Stage 4 and have been invited
  • Intermediate A–All three Star 1 Assessments – Freeskate Elements, Dance Elements and Skills and have a private coach
  • Intermediate B – All Star 2 tests PLUS 2 of the following: Star 3 Skills, Star 3 Dance (Baby Blues and Star 3 Dance Elements) and or Star 3 Freeskate (Elements & Program) and have a private coach
  • Senior – All Star 3 tests, plus two Star 4 tests & must have a private coach

CANSKATE 

  • 50 min program for those 3 years of age and up
  • A learn to skate program for skaters that have some experiences or NO prior skating experience 
  • A dynamic program that focuses on fun and basic skill development
  • Skaters of different skill levels and ages may skate on the same Canskate session

BFSC Spring Pricing

Canskate:

Mondays (6 sessions) – Current skaters: $138 (Program Fee only)  New skaters: $197 ($138 Program Fee + $59 Skate Canada Fee)
Wednesdays (7 sessions) – Current skaters: $161 (Program Fee only)  New skaters: $220 ($161 Program Fee +$59 Skate Canada Fee)

Starskate:

Mondays: $138 (6 sessions)
Wednesdays: $161 (7 sessions)
Thursdays: $115 (5 sessions)

Posted by Jeff in Activities, Canskate, CanSkate, Information, Learn to Skate, News, Skating Programs, STARSkate

Bowmanville FSC End of Year Ice Show “Carnival” Information

2024 BFSC Carnival Poster

Show Date: Saturday May 4, 2024

Times: 1:00 and 6:00 pm

Location: Garnet B Rickard Arena

Expect a magical day, that is a heartwarming culmination of everyone’s efforts and celebration of hard work this year! Skaters will perform in small and large groups, some older skaters will solo performances. This is open to every skater at BFSC, and we hope everyone will participate in this memorable event!

Details:

Registration – there is no additional cost for CanSkate, PreCanSkate and Skating for Hockey & Ringette members, however we need everyone to complete a registration form by Friday March 15, 2024, even if you are unable to participate, which can be found by clicking here.

Registration (StarSkate Only) – cost for StarSkaters to participate is $30, this was available to add to Winter registration, which many did. For those who have not yet done so, please pay for participation by using the following link: Carnival Payment. We need everyone to complete a registration form by Friday March 15, 2024, even if you are unable to participate, which can be found by clicking here.

Volunteers – BFSC will require group chaperones and other various volunteers to make this show successful! If you are willing to volunteer, please be sure to indicate on the registration form! We will contact those interested with more information.

Costumes and Props – BFSC will provide skaters with costumes and props, families may need to have their own pants/tops to wear under the costumes. Details will be provided, and every effort will be made to keep it simple for families! BFSC will need clothing size, height, and weight to assign costumes correctly, this information is requested on the registration form.

Important Dates:

Practices – Wednesday April 17 – 30, 2024

2 practices each, during regular skating times – regular practices will continue for those who cannot participate
Dress Rehearsal – Thursday May 2, 2024

5:30 – 8:00 pm, run through of entire show with costumes
pictures with photographer

Technical Rehearsal – Wednesday May 1, 2024

5:30 – 7:30 pm, dry run of entire show
Show Day – Saturday May 4, 2024

1:00 & 6:00 pm

More information will be provided later, if you have any questions or concerns, please email Caroline Smitton, Carnival Director, at carnival@bfsc.net

Posted by Jeff in Activities, CanSkate, Canskate, Information, Learn to Skate, News, Rising Stars/CanPower, Skating Programs, Special Events, STARSkate

Fall 2023 Schedule (Sept. 6-Dec. 21)

Please be advised that Fall Registration will open online on Aug. 5th at 8:00 am.
Starskate registration for non-BFSC home club skaters will open Aug. 19 at 8:00 am.
Please ensure that your skater meets the skill or age requirements before registering for programs.

Online registration link: https://bfsc.uplifterinc.com/registration/
**All Fall sessions will be held at South Courtice Arena, Pad B.

PRE-CANSKATE:

  • 30 min program for children 3-4 years of age, designed for those who have never skated before or who are not confident with their balance on the ice.
  • Will introduce children to the ice, help them become comfortable and work on the essentials needed to move safely and effectively on the ice. Successful skaters can transition to Canskate. 

CANSKATE:

  • 50 min program for skaters with no experience needed 
  • For 3 years and up (**except for the 5yr+ session on Wednesdays and Sundays)
  • A dynamic program that focuses on fun and basic skating skill development

STARSKATE:

  • Junior – Must have passed Canskate Stage 4 or be invited (Open Session, Juniors must have obtained Stage 6 Badge and coach)
  • Intermediate – All three Star 1 tests must and must have a private coach
  • Senior – All Star 3 plus two Star 4 tests or 14 years of age

Canskate & Pre-Canskate Pricing:

**All fees are mandatory. The Skate Canada fee is non-refundable.

Sunday, Monday or Tuesday  (14 sessions) 

Canskate—–$384 ($280 program fee + $59 Skate Canada Fee + $45 Fundraising Fee)

Wednesday (15 sessions)

Canskate——$404 ($300 program fee + $59 Skate Canada Fee + $45 Fundraising Fee)

Pre-Canskate for 3&4 yr olds—-$344 ($240 program fee + $59 Skate Canada Fee + $45 Fundraising Fee)

Fee Breakdown:

Skate Canada fee—$59 applies to each individual skater and is valid from Sept. 2023 until the end of August 2024. 

Fundraising fee—$45 is applied once per year to each family. If you have multiple children skating, the fee is only charged to you once during the season.  All programming fees are mandatory. 

Starskate Pricing:

Monday (14 sessions)

Total cost: $314 ($210 program fee + $59 Skate Canada Fee + $45 Fundraising Fee)

Tuesday or Thursday (15 sessions)

Total cost: $329 ($225 program fee + $59 Skate Canada Fee + $45 Fundraising Fee

Wednesday Open Session (15 sessions)

Total cost: $404 ($300 program fee + $59 Skate Canada Fee + $45 Fundraising Fee


Questions can be directed to registration@bfsc.net.

Download a copy of the schedule and information.

Posted by Jeff in Activities, CanSkate, Canskate, Information, Learn to Skate, News, Skating Programs, STARSkate