General Policies for all Skaters

1. Skaters are to conduct themselves in a courteous manner and are encouraged to be supportive and respectful of each other at all times, both on and off the ice.
2. Skaters must wear proper skating attire. Dress warm (in layers rather than bulky winter wear).  NO JEANS.  Hair should be neat and out of skater’s eyes.
3. Please help to keep the dressing rooms clean.

Inappropriate behavior, such as swearing, ice kicking, bullying or disrespectful behavior whether directed at a Coach, Volunteer, Parent or Skater will not be tolerated. Remember and appreciate the hard work and dedication by the Coaches , Parents , Skaters and Volunteers of the Club

 

StarSkate Code of Conduct

Priority of right-of-way on the ice surface:

1. Coaches
2. Skaters receiving lessons
3. Skaters using music

Priority of music being played:

1. Lessons
2. First Come, First Served

Note to Skaters: The sound system is compatible with iPods/MP3 players.  For safety reasons, no headphones or earphones are allowed on the ice.

• Skaters should be on the ice on time for their lesson. If a skater is not on the ice, the coach has the right to give the lesson to another skater.
• Appropriate clothing for skating – warm, moveable clothing must be worn for all on ice and off ice sessions – no jeans, sweatpants or pyjama pants
• Long hair must be tied back
• Long laces should not be wrapped around the skate, as this causes the boot to wear down and also causes circulation problems. Shorter laces can be purchased, or long laces can be tucked into the skate.
• Skaters will leave food in the dressing rooms. No food or gum chewing on the ice.
• Skaters will inform coaches ahead of time if they plan to miss a session or have to leave early/arrive late
• Skaters will not leave money or valuables in dressing rooms.
• No standing in the middle of the ice talking in groups as this becomes a danger to those who are practicing. Talking should be done at the sides of the boards and kept to a minimum
• For safety reasons, Jumps are to be practiced on the ends and Spins are to be practiced in the middle of the rink
• Get up immediately after falling unless you are hurt. Keep your head up and watch for fellow skaters.  Be polite and say excuse me when wanting to practice a jump, spin, etc.
• Use your ice time wisely….Plan your practice and practice the plan!