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Practice expectations
Ice safety and etiquette
Parents and skaters are responsible for setting up and putting away the mats.
At the start of practice, parents can help push the mats onto the ice, and take out the empty carts and store them in the side of the rink.
At the end of practice, parents assist with removing and storing the mats.
Skaters should not skate laps until the mats are in place.
Skaters should be fully geared and ready at least five minutes before the session begins.
Late skaters will wait for the coach to invite them onto the ice.
Skater responsibilities
All skaters are expected to:
All skaters are expected to:
follow club policies and rules.
be ready to listen, learn, and participate.
use appropriate language and behaviour.
take care of their equipment.
represent the club positively in all interactions.
At practices:
At practices:
Arrive on time for the scheduled session, wearing running shoes and suitable clothing for off-ice warm-up.
If you will be late or absent, inform the coach in advance.
Help set up and take down the mats.
Be physically and mentally prepared for practice.
Bring a full water bottle.
Wear all required safety equipment; skaters without it will not be allowed on the ice.
Wear skate guards when walking in skates.
Avoid walking on the tips of the skate blades, as this can damage the blade and weaken its attachment to the boot.
Dry blades immediately after removing them and store them in soft guards (blade soakers) to prevent rust and nicks.
Skaters are not permitted to be on the ice if they are missing equipment.
Parent expectations
We ask all parents / guardians to:
We ask all parents / guardians to:
follow club policies and rules, including the Code of Conduct.
use appropriate language and behaviour.
represent the club positively in all interactions.
volunteer with the club, signing up for roles when possible
take care of equipment, ensuring that young skaters’ blades are kept sharp and are hand-sharpened as needed.
Expectations at practice:
Expectations at practice:
Help set up and take down the mats.
If you cannot stay on site, designate another parent as the on-site contact for
your child and inform the coaches of the arrangement.
Groupings
Skaters are placed into practice groups based on age and ability. This helps ensure that training is appropriate for each skater and that everyone can practice safely and effectively.
Group placements are determined by the coaches and reviewed regularly. Younger skaters may be moved between groups at the discretion of the coach.
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