Coaches

Coaching Pathways

The NCCP CanSkate context prepares coaches to teach skating at the FUNdamental stage of development as well as deliver the CanSkate program. Coaches are introduced to biomechanics, skill analysis and quality delivery standards. CanSkate Coaches are eligible to coach at the CanSkate level only. 

Access the CanSkate Coach Pathway

The NCCP PowerSkate context prepares coaches to enhance skating skill development at the Learn to Train stage of development for the sports of hockey and ringette. Coaches will also be trained to deliver the PowerSkate program.  Biomechanics and skill analysis are further developed.  Coaches in this context must wear hockey skates and gloves, and  bring a hockey or ringette stick to the course.

Access the PowerSkate Coach Pathway

The NCCP Regional Coach context prepares coaches to teach figure skating at the Learn to Train stage of development. Coaches will also be trained to deliver the STAR 1-5 program.  Planning is introduced for lessons, sessions and training. Skill corrective exercises are emphasized through exploration of technique, biomechanics and training strategies. Regional Coaches are eligible to coach figure skating at all levels.

Access the Regional Coach Pathway

The NCCP Provincial Coach context prepares coaches to further train figure skaters at the Train to Train stage of development. 

Access the Provincial Coach Pathway

The NCCP National Coach context is designed for coaches working skaters at the Train to Compete through to the Learn/Live to Win stage of development. Emphasis is placed on strategy development and a well-rounded coaching skill set.

Access the National Coach Pathway

Coach Assessor Pathway:

Pre-requisties:

  • NCCP Regional Coach Certified or higher
  • In good standing with Skate Canada
  • STAR 1 - 5 Coach Assessor Training (Skate Canada eLearning)

Requirements for Application (Promotion) - to be submitted to the Officials Coordinating Chairperson.

  • Successful completion of the online training:  STAR 6 - Gold:  Introduction (certificate)
  • Successful completion of the online training:  STAR 6 - Gold:  Training Skills / Artisitic (certificate)
  • Mentored assessment in Skills / Artistic
    • The mentored assessment must be done in the discipline in which the individual is seeking the promotion.
    • Mentors: Enid Davidson, Judy Harris, Brett Hines, Kathy Piller, and Allyson Senecal
    • Mentored Assessment Rubric

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