Special O Program

Skating for our PreCan session will be on MONDAYS!!
 @ 6:00-6:30pm
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September 29th, 2025 to March 6th, 2026
Carnival Date: Sunday March 1st 2026

​$350 / 1 session per week
Special O
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    Skate Canada Mount Forest is committed to providing training and athletic competitions for individuals with intellectual disabilities.  Liaising regularly with Special Olympics Canada as well as other sport organizations for athletes with a disability, Skate Canada provides updates and support to member clubs regarding strategies on how to integrate Special Olympians and other special needs skaters into regular club programming.  
    Skaters will be supported by our NCCP trained, Skate Canada certified coaches, as well as trained Program Assistants (PA’s).   All skaters must wear a CSA-approved helmet.  Wearing long pants, warm mittens, sweater and or jacket is encouraged.    
Dress Code:
Dress Code :
  • Dress in layers for warmth (come prepared for different temperatures and change in season)
  • Hair should be tied up or / and away from your face
  • Skating dresses / skirts and tights are encouraged, especially before test days and competitions
  • Leggings may be worn, but must be slim fitting so a skater’s line can be seen (bent or straight knees)
  • No baggy or wide leg pants as they can get caught in a blade and can be a tripping hazard.
  • No hoodies
  • Jackets and / or tops should not be baggy as coaches need to see a skater’s line but also for safety as arms and hands can get caught up in the extra material
  • Gloves or mitts (heavy mitts are discouraged for  higher level skaters as its difficult to show expression)\
“We act the way we dress. Neglected and untidy clothing reflect a neglected untidy mind and actions.” Anonymous 
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