Special O Program
SPECIAL OLYMPICS PROGRAM
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.
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Skate Sessions:
Fridays 6:10-7:10pm
{Times are subjected to change based on Registration}
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 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)\
