NEW!
POWER SKATING
January 17th, 24th & 31st, 2026.
Perkinsfield Park Rink (43 County Rd 6)
There are indoor change rooms, bathrooms, and storage rooms at this covered rink.
Skills & Drills
At SK8 Georgian Bay, we're all about pushing the boundaries of skating excellence. With over 40 years of experience, Jan Hulme brings unparalleled passion and expertise to coaching skaters of all levels and disciplines, making us the premier destination for those aiming to elevate their skating skills.
Our core focus is on mastering fundamental techniques to enhance overall performance. We emphasize balance, power, agility, speed, and endurance through advanced skating methods.
Our classes offer a comprehensive training experience, typically lasting 50 to 80 minutes. Each session is a journey: starting with a stationary warm-up, progressing to a slow warm-up, followed by a skill review, and culminating in the introduction of various skating techniques. This meticulously designed curriculum, led by our expert instructors, ensures that skaters learn and refine their skills to gain a competitive edge for the upcoming season.
New for 2026!
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U5, U7 & U8
10:30-11:20 am
In this program, skaters learn forward skating techniques and edges. They will practice skating backwards with a backward stop, as well as hockey side stops both ways. Additionally, they will work on making tight turns both clockwise and counterclockwise, and perform forward circle thrusts to introduce forward crossovers.
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U9 & U10
11:30-12:20 pm
This program teaches skaters to skate forward and backward, stop in both directions, and perform tight turns clockwise and counterclockwise. We will also introduce forward and backward crossovers. Additionally, skaters will learn how to maintain balance and control while transitioning between these movements. Emphasis will be placed on proper technique and body positioning to ensure safety and efficiency on the ice.
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U11, U12 & U13
1:30-2:20 pm
Skaters will work on forward and backward crossovers, pivots, turns, and edges both forward and backward. Our core focus is on mastering fundamental techniques to enhance overall performance. We emphasize balance, power, agility, speed, and endurance through advanced skating methods. These skills are essential for skaters to develop a strong foundation, enabling them to perform complex maneuvers with precision and confidence.
