STARSkate
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The STARSkate program offers opportunities for skaters to develop fundamental figure skating skills. Skaters progress through the levels by passing STARSkate Assessments and have the opportunity to showcase their skills at various provincially sanctioned Competitions.
STARSkate Levels
At Goulbourn Skating Club, STARSkate is run year-round and participants are required to hire a STARSkate Coach prior to registering. |
STARSkate Qualifications
Note: Skaters will be removed from a registered session if they do not meet the minimum requirements.
- Junior: Skaters must have passed their full CanSkate Stage 6 (Agility, Control and Balance), or have received an invitation letter, and must retain the services of a professional coach for private lessons.
- Intermediate: Must have passed 2 of the following: STAR 3 Freeskate (both elements & program), STAR 4 Skills, STAR 4 Dance (both 4A & 4B).
- Senior: Must have passed 2 of the following: STAR 5 Freeskate (both elements & program), STAR 6 Skills, STAR 6 Dance (all 6A, 6B & 6C).
STARSkate Assessments
STAR 1-5 and STAR 6-Gold Skills Assessments are conducted by a qualified Skate Canada coach or evaluator on your skater's regular session.
For STAR 6 & up skaters to be assessed in Freeskate (Program & Elements), Dance, and Artistic programs, there are special days set aside for an external evaluator to judge. Since they must be evaluated on clear ice, Assessment Days may also include STAR 5 Dance (5A Willow Waltz only), STAR 5 Artistic, and STAR 5 Freeskate Programs. Assessment Days are typically hosted by the club 3-4 times per year. There may also be opportunities for skaters to attend assessments at other local clubs.
For STAR 6 & up skaters to be assessed in Freeskate (Program & Elements), Dance, and Artistic programs, there are special days set aside for an external evaluator to judge. Since they must be evaluated on clear ice, Assessment Days may also include STAR 5 Dance (5A Willow Waltz only), STAR 5 Artistic, and STAR 5 Freeskate Programs. Assessment Days are typically hosted by the club 3-4 times per year. There may also be opportunities for skaters to attend assessments at other local clubs.
STARSkate Competitions
There are three main competition series available in Ontario, both locally and at various host clubs across the province:
Competition registration and payment is done through Skate Ontario, where you will also find event series information and detailed event pages, with information on locations, categories offered, criteria, deadlines, schedules and results. Actual skate times are confirmed approximately 1-2 weeks prior to the competition. Skaters should arrive one hour prior to their skate time to ensure that they have checked-in and have enough time to warm up.
Coaches will charge a fee for time spent with their skaters at competition. For out-of-town competitions, the coaches’ travel expenses will typically be shared amongst their competing skaters. It is recommended to discuss specifics with your coach prior to registering for competitions.
- STAR 1-4 Series
- Provincial Series (primarily for STAR 5 to GOLD)
- Sectional Series (primarily for Podium Pathway levels)
Competition registration and payment is done through Skate Ontario, where you will also find event series information and detailed event pages, with information on locations, categories offered, criteria, deadlines, schedules and results. Actual skate times are confirmed approximately 1-2 weeks prior to the competition. Skaters should arrive one hour prior to their skate time to ensure that they have checked-in and have enough time to warm up.
Coaches will charge a fee for time spent with their skaters at competition. For out-of-town competitions, the coaches’ travel expenses will typically be shared amongst their competing skaters. It is recommended to discuss specifics with your coach prior to registering for competitions.
2025-2026 Goulbourn Skating Club Competitors
This year at competitions we are proud to have 36 skaters representing our club. We wish all our skaters - from STAR 1 through Gold, Adults, and Special Olympians - a successful season full of personal bests!
