CanSTAR (also known as Advanced CANSkate) is a bridging program for CanSkaters who are working towards the STARSkate program. It is geared towards skaters with an interest in figure skating that have achieved complete Stage 3 in CanSkate or be approved by the coach to participate in the program. This program is delivered in a group setting and is a great transition for CanSkate into the StarSkate program. Skaters will work with an NCCP trained coach on the skills from Stages 4, 5, and 6 within the fundamental areas of Balance, Control and Agility, along with an introduction to figure skating specific skills including: edges and turns, jumps, spins, and performance training. The program will also work on stroking with essential areas of skating including power, edge development, endurance, and flexibility.
As this program is a continuation of CanSkate, helmets are necessary. Skaters in Advanced CanSkate also have the opportunity to develop further skills in SynchroSkate.