What does a PA do during CanSkate?

• Assist the coach with the delivery of the program

• Help with program set-up and clean-up (get out and put away teaching aids, props, name tags)

• Assist with on-ice warm up and cool down activities

• Demonstrate skills and model behaviour

• Lead station rotations, lead circuits and rotations

• Provide support and assistance to skaters who need it

What makes a good PA?

• Patience

• Enthusiasm

• Good communicator and demonstrator

• Team player and a good role model

• Responsible and punctual

• Prepared and organized

• Able to lead groups, encourage skaters, offer praise

Want to know more or ready to join our team? Contact us at info@whistlerskatingclub.ca!

Program Assistants

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Program Assistants (PAs) are skaters who have been trained by CanSkate coaches to assist in the delivery of the CanSkate program. PAs can include current and former club skaters that have reached a star 3 skill level and skaters from other sports such as hockey, ringette and speed skating, and should be at least 11 years of age.

When is CanSkate this Winter

• Tuesdays, 4:30-5:15 / January 10 to March 7th, 2023

• Thursdays, 5:00-5:45 pm / January 12 to March 9th, 2023

PAs may volunteer for one or both days per week.

What training is provided?

Pre-Season training is provided by our club coaches, according to the Skate Canada curriculum, and includes both on-ice and off-ice orientation.

Throughout the season, PAs are supported and monitored by our club CanSkate Program Assistant Coordinator.

What compensation is provided?

Participating in the CanSkate program can provide the volunteer hours required by students towards the applicable credits required (high school, hockey academy, scholarships). In addition, WSC also gives $5 per session attended towards a gift certificate of skater's choice from a variety of local businesses (i.e Whoola Toy Company, Great Glass Elevator Candy Shop, Armchair Bookstore, The Circle, Mt. Currie Coffee Company)