PORT COQUITLAM SKATING CLUB

Skater's Agreement & Etiquette

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Skate Canada has an expectation that our skaters, parents, coaches, and club members will participate in our sport in a courteous manner, within the spirit of fun and goodwill.  Athletes should always represent the club and themselves in an appropriate and positive manner.  This is also the Port Coquitlam Skating Club’s view and commitment in providing a safe and enjoyable atmosphere to all members.

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ICE  ETIQUETTE:

Safety is of the most importance to avoid collisions, and near misses.  It is a must that skaters remain attentive and respectful to all ice participants. Be courteous and aware of all skaters on the ice, and know that all skaters have the right to use the whole ice surface.

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Right of way is given to:

1. Soloist with music

2. Lessons with coach (including harness lesson)

3. Oncoming skater watches spinning skater

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Practice good safety:

• Skate with your head up and your eyes open.

• If you fall, please get up immediately.

• Skaters going backward without looking are being careless.

• No standing around, or talking in groups on the ice, or beside the boards, as this is a hazard, and is disruptive to the skaters training on the ice.

• All on-ice training sessions should be preceded by a structured off-ice warm-up conducted in one of the prescribed warm-up areas within the facility -- inside Arena 2 or 3

• If you are looking at your parent(s) in the stands, you are not attentive to your on-ice surroundings.  Skaters are not permitted to chat with their parent during sessions.

• A parent or other responsible person should remain at the rink with their skater in case of emergency.

• Always be on time for your sessions.

 

Manners:

• Temper tantrums (ie.:  stamping/kicking the ice or the boards) will not be tolerated, and skaters disrespecting this rule will face temporary removal from the ice

• No profanity on or off the ice, or within the rink building

• No electronic equipment, gum, food, beverages on/at rink side (other than water)

• Ask permission from your coach if you wish to leave the ice

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SKATING  ATTIRE:​

CANSkate:

1. figure skates or hockey skates

2. CSA Approved hockey helmet

3. warm gloves or mittens

4. warm clothing that allows for movement, and provides some protection from falls

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Shining Stars Academy & Star Academy:

1. good quality figure skates (with guards for walking off the ice)

2. CSA Approved hockey helmet

3. gloves

4. warm clothing that allows for movement  (no jeans, snow pants or bulky jackets)

 

Junior, Intermediate and Senior Levels  (STARSkate & Podium Pathway):​​

1. Good quality figure skates (with guards for walking off the ice) are required at this level to help with proper ankle support for the more advanced skating elements performed at this level.

2. Hair should be tied back off of your face.  Bobby pins may be used, if securely fastened (crossed) in hair                when on the ice.

3. gloves 

4. proper athletic/skating attire for exercising and physical activity   ​

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• Loose fitting clothing and street wear are not permitted on Junior, Intermediate, and Senior freeskate training        sessions. 

• Hoodies (garments with hoods) are not permitted for sessions on-ice or off-ice.

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SKATE  CANADA  HELMET  USE  RULE:

All CANSkate, Adult CANSkate, Parent & Tot, Hockey/Ringette Skating Skills Development, Shining Stars Academy, and Star Academy participants (up to and including Stage 5), must wear a CSA (Canadian Standards Association) approved hockey helmet while on the ice. Clubs and skating schools must ensure this policy is enforced during all skating activities including competitions, carnival days, or any other special on ice activity throughout the season for this level of skater.  Clubs and skating schools may choose to expand the use of CSA approved hockey helmets in their club, as they see necessary.  This policy is a minimum standard.

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SPECTATORS:

A responsible person MUST remain with your skater while they are on the ice (especially for the CANSkate, Shining Stars Academy, Star Academy, and Junior levels).  In order to respect our skaters, we ask that parents ensure any siblings, or friends at the rink refrain from distracting activities in the stands.  Parents and spectators are not permitted to participate or interrupt on-ice or off-ice sessions or lessons.  Coaching from the boards or stands is not permitted by parents or spectators.  Two way radio or electronic communication between skaters and parents/spectators, while skaters are on the ice or in off-ice classes is strictly prohibited.  Parents and spectators must not enter the off-ice rooms during class.  No videotaping is allowed without permission from the Director of Skating.

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Thank you,

The Port Coquitlam Skating Club Board of Directors