Competition Training Program (CTP)

Markham Skating Club is very proud to announce that the introductory season of our exclusive Competition Training Program (CTP) was a huge success!

This program, unique to the Markham Skating Club, is a great way for dedicated and goal-oriented skaters to move ahead quickly.

CTP is a program designed to prepare skaters for their competitions. All skaters must be recommended by their private coach to register for this program, and must also skate a minimum of two days per week at MSC. Skaters enrolled in this program are coached throughout the entire session. These coaching fees are included in the CTP program registration fee. The program offers a more competitive skating experience, allowing skaters to benefit from competition simulation, feedback from coaches and fellow skaters, enhanced knowledge and skills in equipment preparation, visualization and the psychology of competing.

This year we have expanded CTP to two sessions each week:

  • Fridays from 5:10 – 6:10pm, and also
  • Saturdays from 9:10 – 10:00am.

The cost of a CTP session includes group lessons, coach led drills and other coaching by Markham Skating Club Coaches.

This program will include:

  • off-ice preparation,
  • timed warm up (to simulate a competition warm up),
  • competition simulation (skaters will perform their program based on a schedule or rotation),
  • feedback session,
  • drills and exercises taught by Markham Skating Club Coaches, designed to enhance overall skating and presentation.

Please note, however that this format may change at the discretion of the Coaches in order to best meet the needs and goals of the skaters enrolled.

Skaters must meet the following criteria:

  • Registered in a minimum of 2 days of free skating as well as the CTP. (Only skaters who have registered for this program are able to skate in this program. We are unable to accommodate “drop-ins”, or “walk-ons”.)
  • Skaters must be in Intermediate, Senior, or Advanced/Gold sessions.
  • This program is by invitation only. Your Private Coach will contact you if they feel this is a program that will meet your skating needs and goals.