Skating

  1. Click here or on the image above to find a program and register. To look up specific programs, search by the course ID# or program name under “keyword” in the registration system. For the best online registration experience, please use Google Chrome. 

Learn to Skate Lessons

The City of Coquitlam offers a variety of different learn to skate opportunities for all ages and abilities.

  • Parent and Tot (Ages 2 1/2 to 5 yrs) 
  • Preschool (Ages 3 to 5 yrs) Levels 1 to 6
  • School Age (Ages 6 to 12 yrs) Levels 1 to 6
  • Youth (Ages 13 to 18 yrs) Beginner and Intermediate Options
  • Adult (Ages 19 yrs + ) Beginner and Intermediate Options

Unsure what level to register for?

  1. Request a free skate evaluation at one of our drop-in public skates
  2. Scan and email us your report card from a different municipality.

CSA or Snow Sport helmets are mandatory for all lesson participants. Free helmets are available at the skate shop. 

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One Set at a Time

Lesson participants can only be registered for one set of lessons at a time. You may register your child for the next set of lessons at the same level. Your child will be withdrawn from a program(s) if registered for overlapping lessons or lessons at a higher level prior to successfully completing the current level.

Learn to Skate

New to skating? Review these frequently asked questions (PDF) before you start.

Program Evaluation

Please share your feedback and comments about our programs and tell us how we’re doing by filling out our online Program Evaluation Form.

Drop-in Ice Schedule

Use the links below to view all the drop-in ice skating opportunities at Poirier Sport & Leisure Complex. 

Schedules are subject to change without notice. Check online or call ahead to confirm schedule.

  1. Arena Rentals

    Single use rental charges

    • Helmet Rentals - $2.14
    • Skate Rentals - $3.38
    • Skate Sharpening - $5.43

    10 Pack 

    • Helmet Rentals - $17.10
    • Skate Rentals - $27.10

    You can buy a 10-pack of skate rentals in advance. The credits will be loaded onto a membership card, which you'll use to collect your skates. Membership cards are available for purchase at the front desk. 

    Helmet rentals are free of charge for skating lessons and to children 12 years and younger. 

    Skate rentals are free for children under 3 years old.

    Ice cleats provided free of charge to adults assisting children. 

Volunteer Opportunities

  1. Learn more about volunteering in recreation with the City.