CanSkate - Program Assistants

Skate Seaway considers the role of a CanSkate-Program Assistant as that of a volunteer.

All our Program Assistants participate in annual formalized training

• Assist with leading warm‐ups, group activities and cool‐downs

• Assist with the set-up of circuits and stations

• Lead circuits and rotations

• Demonstrate proper execution of skating skills

• Provide aid to skaters who may have additional needs

• Time speed skills

• Provide general assistance to Coaches on the session

• Provide encouragement and general feedback to skaters

• Assist with tracking of skill acquisition

Coaches select Program Assistant candidates who are:

• Good communicators and demonstrators

• Enthusiastic

• Team players and good role models

• Responsible

• Punctual

• Prepared and organized

• Able to lead groups, encourage skaters and offer praise

• Able to keep skaters moving while having fun

ALL CanSkate-Program Assistants must be registered Skate Canada members.