BFSC 2025 Winter Session Information

Online winter registration opens November 23 @ 8:00 am for all Pre-Can, Canskate and BFSC Homeclub Starskaters by visiting our registration page: https://bfsc.uplifterinc.com/registration/

StarSkaters from other figure skating clubs must wait until Nov. 30 for registration.

Please read the skating requirements carefully before completing your registration. 

All requests for refunds must be submitted to registration@bfsc.net on/or before the 3rd skating session. The mandatory Skate Canada fee is non-refundable.

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.

BFSC Winter Pricing

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. 

**All Canskate and Pre-Canskate program fees include a Skating Carnival Registration fee.

Precanskate: 

A non-refundable Skate Canada fee of $61.70/participant will be added to your invoice if this is your first program during the 2024-2025 season.

• Sundays (10 sessions): $180 program fee

Canskate:

A non-refundable Skate Canada fee of $61.70/participant will be added to your invoice if this is your first program this 2024-25 season.

• Sundays (10 sessions): $220 program fee 
• Mondays (14 sessions): $300 program fee
• Tuesdays (14 sessions):  $300 program fee
• Wednesdays (15 sessions): $320 program fee

Skating Skills for Hockey/Ringette: 

A non-refundable Skate Canada fee of $61.70/participant will be added to your invoice if this is your first program this 2024-2025 season.

• Wednesdays (15 sessions): $320 program fee

Starskate: 

A non-refundable Skate Canada fee of $61.70/participant will be added to your invoice if this is your first program this 2024-2025 season.

• Mondays (14 sessions): $210
• Tuesday Junior/Intermediate A (14 sessions): $210 
• Tuesday Intermediate B/Senior (14 sessions): $210
• Wednesdays (15 sessions): $225
• Thursday Senior (13 sessions): $260 
• Thursday Junior (13 sessions): $195
• Thursday Intermediate (13 sessions): $260
• Sunday Tech Session #1 or #2 (10 sessions): $100

MON., WED., THURS., & SUN. SKATING IS HELD AT SOUTH COURTICE ARENA, PAD B.  TUESDAY SKATING WILL BE  @ RICKARD ARENA, PAD B (BOWMANVILLE) FROM JAN-MARCH BUT WILL MOVE TO SOUTH COURTICE ARENA,  PAD B  IN APRIL.  PLEASE READ THE START DATES, END DATES &  EXCEPTION DATES CAREFULLY.