Group 1

Group 1 are our younger skaters and where skating FUNdamentals are introduced.  Sometimes even older skaters, new to the Club will begin for a short time in Group 1 to ensure they have a solid skill foundation.  

Group 1 focuses on developing core skills to ensure long term skating success.  Many of the skills are either taught or reinforced through games and on-ice events.

Group 2

Skaters who have been with the Club a few years or already have a strong foundation in skating from other sports like hockey form our Group 2.  

RSSC Coaches will determine when a skater is ready to practice at the Group 2 level based on factors such as endurance, foundational skills, attention/focus etc.  Skill and speed within this group of skaters varies and is managed by the Coaches through practice planning.  Safety and overall skater development are in the forefront.

Group 3

Most skaters in this group have progressed through the developmental levels of speed skating.

Focus at this level is on technique refinement and competition strategies.  They will also be encouraged to participate in additional special opportunities focused on developing leadership, strength, fitness, nutrition and competition readiness.