Sandy Shores Skating Club

29/08/2026

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29/08/2026

Try our Canskate session for 1 day-free trial! Just sign up using the form

Details: This is a can-skate trial event for ages 5-15. Registration is limited to 30 skaters. One free session per child. You will be notified if you are on a wait list, otherwise your registration is successful once you submit this form. Thank you for skating with Sandy Shores Skating Club. Please...

28/08/2026

Hi everyone!!

If you tried to register your child for Monday Canskate and could not because it said the minimum age was 8 years 9 months, please accept our apologies.

There was a typo and the minimum age should have read 4 years 9 months.

Please try again.

26/08/2026

⛸️✨ Registration is NOW OPEN! ✨⛸️

Ready to get on the ice? Whether your little one is taking their very first steps on skates, your child is ready to build their skating skills, or you’ve always wanted to give skating a try yourself, Sandy Shores Skating Club has a program for you!

💙 Pre-Can
Perfect for our youngest skaters who are ready to discover the joy of being on the ice!

💙 CanSkate
A fun, active program designed to help kids learn fundamental skating skills while building confidence, balance and coordination.

💙 Teen/Adult CanSkate
It’s never too late to learn! Whether you’re brand new to skating or looking to improve your skills, come join us on the ice.
⛸️ Registration is open now - https://sandyshores.uplifterinc.com/

Don’t wait to get your spot.
And stay tuned! Primary and Star 2-4 registration will be opening soon as we finalize the details. More information coming shortly!

📍 Serving skaters in the Parksville Qualicum Beach area
Come learn to skate, build confidence, make friends and discover a sport you can enjoy for life! 💙

26/08/2026

⭐️ STARSKATE REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! ⭐️
We’re excited to welcome skaters into our Star 1 & Star 2 programs for another season on the ice! ⛸️💙
This year, we’re offering 2-day and 3-day packages. The Star program is a step up from Learn to Skate and requires a little more commitment, with a minimum of two skating days per week to help skaters build skills, confidence and momentum in their progress.
✨ What’s new for Star 1?
This year, Star 1 skaters will receive more structured instruction time and less independent skating. This means more coaching, more guidance and more productive time on the ice.
Our goal is to create an environment where skaters can continue developing their skills while having fun and feeling supported every step of the way. ❤️
📍 Sandy Shores Skating Club
📍 Parksville, Vancouver Island
Registration is now open through Uplifter at https://sandyshores.uplifterinc.com

If you have a skater who is ready to take the next step beyond Learn to Skate, we’d love to see them on the ice with us. ⭐️
Questions? Send us a message or reach out to Coach Bobbie.

17/06/2026

Hey skaters and parents! Who’s in for the Canada Day parade? We need to let Bobbi know by June 21st if we’ve got enough skaters to make it happen! Send her an email if you can make it 🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦It’s gonna be a blast.

11/06/2026

Congrats to our award winners for the 2025/26 season! ☀️
🩵Most improved: Reka Farago
Reka started with us in September and has grown so much as a skater. She was very tentative in the beginning, but through hard work and quiet determination was successful in passing her Star 1 freeskate assessment. She always comes to the rink ready to go and is usually the first one on the ice and the last one to leave. Congratulations Reka!
🩵Most Dedicated: Ira Avis
Ira started in the Star program in January. He always has a smile on his face, and never complains! His positive attitude and willingness to try almost anything has made him a great addition on the ice. Congratulations Ira!
🩵Spirit Award: Mason Peebles
Mason has been with us on our Canskate sessions for the past few years, and he is so much fun! He always has a smile on his face, and is quick to laugh off a mistake. You will often find him cheering on his fellow skaters when they achieve a new skill, or encouraging them when they are finding a skill challenging. Thank you, Mason, and congratulations!
🩵Perseverance: Zoey Diaz
Zoey has also been with us on Canskate for the past couple of years. She is a very quiet skater who always tries her best even when things might not come easily. She improved so much this year, particularly over the winter session of Canskate. I hope she continues to try hard and keep that positive attitude, as it will serve her well in life! Congratulations Zoey!
🩵 Mya LaForest and Reka Farago
Congrats on passing your Star 1 test!

09/04/2026

Some kids start skating because they want to learn a sport…
but what they really gain is confidence.
The first time they step on the ice they might hold the boards.
A few weeks later they’re skating across the rink.
A few months later they believe they can do hard things.
Skating teaches balance, resilience, and courage - and it’s amazing to watch kids discover what they’re capable of.
If your child has ever wanted to try skating, our beginner programs are always the best place to start.