Helmets:

Helmets, CSA approved, are mandatory for all skaters in the Juvenile and Kinderskate sessions. The Leaside Skating Club strongly recommends CSA approved hockey helmets.

Skates:

It is essential to purchase skates appropriate for the level of ability of the skater. Beginners can start with hockey skates or figure skates. Either are appropriate at the Canskate level. Recreational skates sold at department stores and sporting goods stores should give adequate ankle support for the beginner and should fit comfortably when the skater is wearing one pair of warm socks. After a skater moves into the Skate Canada test stream, better quality boots should be purchased (blades are sold separately).

Care of Skates:

Blades should be properly sharpened by a professional skate sharpening technician. Skate guards must be worn when walking on any surface other than the ice or the rubberized suface covering the floors in the dressing rooms and surrounding areas. After use, boots and blades should be dried before putting on the blade guards. When storing skates, the guards should be removed and replaced with soft, terry-towel covers. For your convenience, Tom Kalweit, one of our former coaches, runs a skate sharpening service. Tom sharpens both hockey, and figure skates. Phone (905) 420-5937

Clothing:

Beginner skaters should wear warm, comfortable, preferably waterproof clothing. Gloves are a must. Jeans are not advisable, as they restrict movement. As skaters become more comfortable on the ice, they may want to wear more traditional skating clothing, such as leotards, spandex tights and skating skirts (skating pants for boys).

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