Cutting Edge "PIN" Program
NSSA has skating programs for all ages starting from 4* to 19 years of age. We invite all interested children and families to come out and join us on the ice for a fantastic year of short track skating. *4yo+ must be able to skate w/out help, in any type of skates.
Included in our annual program discounted rental safety equipment use for all skaters, making it an affordable and accessible sporting activity for all Nunavummiut (Nunavut residents).
Short track speed skating is a great way for kids to be active and have fun! It is also a great opportunity gain short track skills for competitions in Nunavut, southern Canada and circumpolar and national competitions.
In 2021-22, the Iqaluit Speed Skating Club delivers the Cutting Edge "PIN" Program, providing a stepped level development program for skaters to build physical and psychosocial skills development for safety, wellness and success.
Skating Levels:
Learn-to-Speed Skate Level / PIN program: 4yo+ must be able to skate w/out help, in any type of skates.
Developmental Level: Must have speed skated before, must be 10yo and up.
Advanced Level: Must have speed skated before, must be 12yo and up. (AWG age eligible: Born before June 30, 2010).
Included in our annual program discounted rental safety equipment use for all skaters, making it an affordable and accessible sporting activity for all Nunavummiut (Nunavut residents).
Short track speed skating is a great way for kids to be active and have fun! It is also a great opportunity gain short track skills for competitions in Nunavut, southern Canada and circumpolar and national competitions.
In 2021-22, the Iqaluit Speed Skating Club delivers the Cutting Edge "PIN" Program, providing a stepped level development program for skaters to build physical and psychosocial skills development for safety, wellness and success.
Skating Levels:
Learn-to-Speed Skate Level / PIN program: 4yo+ must be able to skate w/out help, in any type of skates.
Developmental Level: Must have speed skated before, must be 10yo and up.
Advanced Level: Must have speed skated before, must be 12yo and up. (AWG age eligible: Born before June 30, 2010).
Northwestel Learn to Speed Skate Program - Levels 1 to 5
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We welcome all new skaters to our local Clubs, to learn the fundamentals of speed skating, safety and proper body technique. We focus on age appropriate skills development on a foundation of fun, respect and support. The Northwestel Learn to Speed Skate Program is aimed at skaters who have basic skating skills but want to learn the sport of short track speed skating. We teach the fundamental movements, introduce core stability, agility, balance and coordination while developing a positive attitude to sport. The program also introduces the skaters to the basic equipment and skills required for competitive advancement. Big thank you to our program sponsor Northwestel!
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In Levels 1 to 5, skills development includes:
Skaters may use figure or hockey skates in levels 1 to 3, but it is recommended that they transition to long blades by Level 3. Skaters may use their own CSA approved helmet or purchase a speed skating helmet along with some mandatory safety equipment from the ISSC. Skin suit and long blades for these levels can be rented at $50 per season. We recommend that all Level 1 to 5 skaters participate in all Club Fun Meets. |
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Developmental & Advanced - Levels 6 - 11
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Skaters in the Cutting Edge PIN program at levels 6 to 11 will focus on progressive and specific speed skating techniques including:
Skaters participating in these levels are expected to dedicate to the commitment requirement for competition training and focus on the development of the necessary technical skills. A focus is placed on socio-emotional maturity, athletic conduct and safety. Skaters must commit to all practices and the extra workload necessary for competition development. All skaters must understand and model for younger skaters all aspects of track safety, demonstrate club leadership, participating in fundraising and develop an understanding of public representative of the Club and NSSA at competitions and overall conduct. Skaters in this group may be eligible to participate in sanctioned meets and competition travel, where available. Speed skating helmet along with all the mandatory safety equipment can be purchased from the ISSC. Skin suit and long blades for these levels can be rented at $50 per season. |
Coaching Development
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We welcome Kyle St. Laurent, Martine Dupont, Shannon Hessian, Emma Carpenter and Hayley Roberts as our coaches for the 2021-22 season, and our Developmental and Advanced skaters as coaching support personnel.
The NSSA is committed to official coaching development, and welcome former speed skaters and parent volunteers to participate in training to expand our local capacity for Club activities and leadership. We require all coaches, volunteers and parents to undertake Respect in Sport training to create welcoming, respectful and harassment-free play, learning and competition environments. |
