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SYNCHRO, 07/08 season
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SYNCHRONIZED
TEAM SKATING
Synchronized
Skating is a specialized branch of skating which
involves a team of skaters skating various maneuvers
and skating formations to music.
The objective of Synchronized Skating
is to have a team of skaters performing as “ONE”.
Synchronized skating is for all ages.
WHY
CHOOSE SYNCHRONIZED SKATING?
- provides recreational and competitive oportunities
for skaters of all levels
- is a team sport, which attracts participants
who enjoy a team atmosphere
- enhances and strengthens single skaters' development
by providing additional stroking, edges, and
choreography
- promotes club loyalty as skaters encourage
other teams
- increases public awareness of our club
- promotes a healthy lifestyle by providing
lifelong skating opportunities
WHO
CAN BE ON A SYNCHRONIZED SKATING TEAM?
Any skater who has passed
Stage 4 CanSkate, taken Learn-to-Synchro and/or
has a background in singles skating may join
a synchronized team.
CANSYNCHRO (Ages
6-10)
Skaters new to synchro. Must have CanSkate level
5 or equivalent. (Advanced Canskate/Junior)
JUVENILE/PRE-NOVICE
(~ ages 9 to 15)
Need synchro. skating experience or involvement
in singles skating (Pre-preliminary to Jr. Bronze)
JUNIOR (Ages 13
and up)
Need synchro. skating experience or involvement
in singles skating (Jr. Bronze and up)
MASTERS FESTIVAL
(Ages 25 or older)
Need synchronized skating experience or have
a singles skating background.
CANSYNCHRO MASTERS
(Ages 18 and up)
Learn to Synchronize Skate – Ideal for
skaters who have been away from skating for
a while and wish to start skating again.
* All teams are determined by the coaches, according
to age and skill requirements.
**Synchro
coaches highly recommend that Synchronized skaters
be involved in a singles skating program (especially
dance/skills), stroking classes, and/or extra
options.
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