Programs

CanSkate is a learn to skate program for skaters of all ages.

CanSkate Hockey will follow the same stages as the regular CanSkate program but will emphasize skating skills that are important for playing Hockey or Ringette. If the skater is currently playing Hockey or Ringette full gear is encouraged although no sticks will be permitted.

STARSkate is a program designed for skaters to develop fundamental figure skating skills in the areas of ice dance, skating skills, free skate and interpretive skating after completing the CanSkate program.

Synchro or Synchronized Skating, is a team sport involving groups of eight or more skaters performing various group formations and maneuvers. The Synchro program is excellent for any StarSkate level Adult skater, looking to compete with peers in a team event in an encouraging atmosphere. The Tara team spracticies all year long and competes in several competitions accross Ontario.

The Coaches

Michelle Nesbitt is a Skate Canada Professional Coach who has been coaching with the Tara club since 2007. She has her level 2 coaching. Her personal accomplishments include Gold Level Skills, Gold Level Dance and Junior Silver Level Freeskate. She was on the competitive synchronized skating team with the Waterloo Skating Club, and currently skates with the adult synchro team Continuum.

Kara Nesbitt has been assisting with CanSkate programs since 2019, becoming a Skate Canada Professional Coach in 2025. Kara is currently working through the STARSkate program. In 2024 she achieved her Gold Level Artistic.

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