Program Assistants (PAs) are a very valuable part of the Orillia Figure Skating Club Learn to Skate program. PAs are individuals who have been trained to assist in the delivery of the PreCanSkate and CanSkate programs.

Program Assistants from the Orillia FSC are registered Skate Canada members and include: 

     ·   Current club skaters
     ·   Former club skaters
     ·   Skaters from other sports (hockey, ringette, speed skating)

All PAs can be identified by the RED volunteer vest  they wear while on the ice assisting with our programs.

Program Assistant Eligibility:

Skaters must be at least 9 years old to assist with PreCanSkate and at least 10 years old to assist with CanSkate by December 31st of the skating season.

Program Assistant Responsibilities:

     ·   Assist with warm-up, group activities and cool-down
     ·   Keep skaters moving and engaged
     ·   Help set up/take down circuits and stations
     ·   Lead and demonstrate skills in circuits
     ·   Assist skaters needing extra help  
     ·   Support coaches as needed
     ·   Give positive and encouraging feedback to skaters  

PAs should arrive at the arena at least 20 minutes prior to the on-ice time wearing their red vest.

Program Assistant Policy:

Please view the program assistant policy here or under the Policies tab.