Connecting Our Community Through Skating​

Respectful Interactions Clause
Our club is governed by a dedicated volunteer Board of Directors who work to ensure a safe, respectful, and positive environment for all members. We expect everyone involved with the club, including skaters, parents, and guests, to demonstrate appropriate and respectful behaviour at all times. Inappropriate conduct such as profane language, obscene gestures, and any form of physical or verbal aggression will not be tolerated. Violations of these expectations will be addressed through a progressive discipline process, which may result in the termination of registration without refund.


Refund Policy
There will be NO REFUNDS except for medical reasons or extraordinary circumstances approved by the EGSC Executive.  All requests for refunds must be submitted in writing to the EGSC Executive.  An administration fee of $50 will be subtracted from all refunds.  Please allow approximately 3 weeks for review & processing from time of request.


Missed Classes Policy
The East Gwillimbury Skating Club does not offer make-up classes for missed sessions.  
 

CANSkate Code of Conduct

  • All CANSkate, Adult Skate and STARSkate participants up to and including Stage 5 must wear a CSA approved hockey helmet at all times while on the ice.
  • Skaters must wear suitable attire for skating (long scarves, hats, etc. are not suitable).
  • Snow pants are highly recommended for Pre-CANSkate
  • No one is allowed on the ice without skates.
  • The club will not be responsible for lost or stolen articles.
  • Everyone is asked to respect one another and treat everyone with courtesy.
  • Inappropriate behaviour, profane language, obscene gestures, physical and verbal aggressiveness will not be tolerated.
  • Doors to the ice surface are to be kept closed at all times during programming
  • Parents or guardians are to remain in the lobby or viewing areas during programming
  • Failure to comply to this policy can result in a suspension or cancelation of registration without refund

 


STARSkate Code of Conduct 

  • All CANSkate, Adult Skate and STARSkate participants up to and including Stage 5 must wear a CSA approved hockey helmet at all times while on the ice.
  • Skaters must wear suitable attire for skating (long scarves, hats, etc. are not suitable). Jeans are not to be worn as they are restricting and do not let the coach see the body line of the skater.  Long hair must be tied back.
  • No one is allowed on the ice without skates.
  • The club will not be responsible for lost or stolen articles.
  • Everyone is asked to respect one another and treat everyone with courtesy. Inappropriate behaviour, profane language, obscene gestures and physical aggressiveness will not be tolerated.
  • Social discussions between skaters must take place off the ice before or after session.
  • No food, gum or cell phones allowed on the ice.
  • Skaters in a lesson and skating their solo have the right of way on the ice except during group lessons.
  • Spins are to be done in the centre of the ice and jumps on the outside.
  • Skaters are expected to skate the entire session including stroking, off-ice sessions, etc.
  • Skaters are permitted to skate “off session” only during a private lesson that has been approved by the EGSC Executive.
  • Once the power or stroking or edges and turn session has commenced, the doors to the ice surface will be closed. Access will only be granted with the coach’s permission. If skaters do not abide by these rules, they will be asked to leave the ice, and a letter will be sent home to their parents.



Conditions of Registration

  • I understand that the East Gwillimbury Skating Club (EGSC) reserves the right to revise programs based on suitable enrolment levels.
  • I agree that the EGSC and/or the EGSC Executive and EGSC Coaching Staff shall not be held responsible for any accidents or losses however caused. I hereby release the EGSC, its Executive and Coaches from all claims and damages which may arise as a result of or by reason of such accidents or losses.
  • I understand that the EGSC is not responsible for lost, stolen or damaged equipment such as skates and helmets or any other personal equipment or valuables.
  • I give permission for the skaters name and/or photograph to be printed in various publications including the EGSC Web site for promotional purposes or media coverage.
  • I agree to abide by the Skater and Parents Code of conduct, rules and policies of the EGSC.


 
Payment Policy
Skaters will not be allowed on the ice until an application has been completed, and payment is received in full by the Club. All fees are due within 3 days of online enrolment.  Skaters are not automatically accepted into the program of their choice.  The Club reserves the right to adjust programs or move skaters based on suitable enrolment numbers.  Confirmation of enrolment will be sent by email once all payments have been received.
 


Concussion Code of Conduct(for athletes under 18 year of age)
I will help prevent concussions by:

  • Wearing the proper equipment for my sport and wearing it correctly.
  • Developing my skills and strength so that I can participate to the best of my ability.
  • Respecting the rules of my sport or activity.
  • My commitment to fair play and respect for all* (respecting other athletes, coaches, team trainers and officials).
  • I will care for my health and safety by taking concussions seriously, and I understand that:
  • A concussion is a brain injury that can have both short- and long-term effects.
  • A blow to my head, face or neck, or a blow to the body that causes the brain to move around inside the skull may cause a concussion.
  • I don’t need to lose consciousness to have had a concussion.
  • I have a commitment to concussion recognition and reporting, including self-reporting of possible concussion and reporting to a designated person when and individual suspects that another individual may have sustained a concussion.* (Meaning: If I think I might have a concussion I should stop participating in further training, practice or competition immediately, or tell an adult if I think another athlete has a concussion).
  • Continuing to participate in further training, practice or competition with a possible concussion increases my risk of more severe, longer lasting symptoms, and increases my risk of other injuries.
  • I will not hide concussion symptoms. I will speak up for myself and others.
  • I will not hide my symptoms. I will tell a coach, official, team trainer, parent or another adult I trust if I experience any symptoms of concussion.
  • If someone else tells me about concussion symptoms, or I see signs they might have a concussion, I will tell a coach, official, team trainer, parent or another adult I trust so they can help.
  • I understand that if I have a suspected concussion, I will be removed from sport and that I will not be able to return to training, practice or competition until I undergo a medical assessment by a medical doctor or nurse practitioner and have been medically cleared to return to training, practice or competition.
  • I have a commitment to sharing any pertinent information regarding incidents of removal from sport with the athlete’s school and any other sport organization with which the athlete has registered* (Meaning: If I am diagnosed with a concussion, I understand that letting all of my other coaches and teachers know about my injury will help them support me while I recover.)
  • I will take the time I need to recover, because it is important for my health.
  • I understand my commitment to supporting the return-to-sport process* (I will have to follow my sport organization’s Return-to-Sport Protocol).
  • I understand I will have to be medically cleared by a medical doctor or nurse practitioner before returning to training, practice or competition.
  • I will respect my coaches, team trainers, parents, health-care professionals, and medical doctors and nurse practitioners, regarding my health and safety.
  • Items marked with an asterisk * are mandatory by O.Reg. 161/19: General.


 
Rowan's Law
Athletes under 26 and parents of athletes under 18 years of age must confirm that they have reviewed the Government of Ontario Concussion Awareness Resources below and Skate Ontario’s Concussion Code of Conduct for Athletes and Parents/Guardians prior to registration and/or on the first day of skating.

Government of Ontario Concussion Awareness Resources – Rowan’s Law E-booklet:

  • Ages 10 and Under - https://www.ontario.ca/page/ontario-government-concussion-awareness-resource-e-booklet-ages-10-and-under
  • Ages 11-14 - https://www.ontario.ca/page/ontario-government-concussion-awareness-resource-e-booklet-ages-11-14
  • Ages 15 and Up - https://www.ontario.ca/page/ontario-government-concussion-awareness-resource-e-booklet-ages-15-and-up



Skate Ontario: Concussion Code of Conduct for Athletes and Parents/Guardians
SKATER - I acknowledge that I am the skater participating in physical activities at the East Gwillimbury Skating Club and I have read the Government of Ontario Concussion Awareness Resource for my age group and the Skate Ontario Concussion Code of Conduct and understand what a concussion is and how it may be caused. I understand the importance of reporting a suspected concussion to my coaches and my parent/guardian. I understand that I must be removed from practice/competition if a concussion is suspected. I understand that I must provide written clearance from an appropriate health care provider to my coach before returning to practice/competition. I understand the possible consequence of returning to practice/competition too soon and that my brain needs time to heal.

PARENT/GUARDIAN - I acknowledge that my child is participating in physical activities at the [insert name of Skating Club/Skating School) and I have read the Government of Ontario Concussion Awareness Resource for his/her age group and the Skate Ontario Concussion Code of Conduct and understand what a concussion is and how it may be caused. I understand the importance of reporting a suspected concussion to coaches and any other designated persons at the club/skating school. I understand that my child must be removed from practice/competition if a concussion is suspected. I understand that I must provide written clearance from an appropriate health care provider to my coach before my child is permitted to return to practice/competition. I understand the possible consequence of returning to practice/competition too soon and that my child’s brain needs time to heal.

 
Notice of Collection Statement
Your privacy and the protection of your personal information is important to us. Your personal information is required to register you with Skate Canada in any capacity, including, without limitation, as a Skate Canada registrant, coach or in connection with your affiliation with a skating club or skating school and to administer various services, such as Skate Canada events. Your personal information may also be exchanged with Skate Canada affiliates which includes your local skating club or skating school or provincial association or section. By submitting this form, you expressly provide your consent to the sharing of your personal information with Skate Canada and as described herein for purposes of registration and receipt of national services delivered by Skate Canada. We adopt the 10 Fair Information Principles into our privacy program, and employ reasonable measures to protect against unauthorized access, processing, disclosure, alteration, destruction or loss of your personal information. See Skate Canada's Privacy Policy for more details.
For further information or comments regarding our protection of your privacy, please contact Skate Canada at safesport@skatecanada.ca.



If you have any questions or concerns regarding any of the above information please contact president@egskatingclub.com