Skating

discover winter the Canadian way

demands a high level of physical fitness, technique, and mental toughness. Participants race against one another in a variety of strokes and distances, either as individuals or as part of a team, and benefit from a full-body workout that improves cardiovascular health and builds muscle strength. The sport also fosters discipline, time management, and a strong sense of teamwork

  • Local Private

    On Ice sessions with an experienced coach focusing on your choice of skills and technical feedback

  • Consult

    Chat with a sports professional about the mechanics of your technique, training, competition strategies, and general advice

  • Local Group Sessions

    Join group indoor training sessions focusing on skill acquisition and physical conditioning led by a former national speed skater

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  • Physical Impacts

    • Increased Muscle Strength and Tone: This is the most obvious benefit. Weight training causes microscopic tears in your muscle fibers that your body repairs, making them stronger and bigger over time. This increased strength makes everyday tasks easier, from carrying groceries to playing with your kids.

    • Stronger Bones: Weight-bearing exercise is critical for bone health. When you lift weights, you put a positive stress on your bones, which stimulates bone-building cells. This increases bone density and helps to prevent conditions like osteoporosis, especially as you age.

    • Boosted Metabolism: Muscle tissue is more metabolically active than fat tissue. By increasing your muscle mass, you raise your resting metabolic rate, which means your body burns more calories even when you're not exercising. This is a powerful tool for weight management and fat loss.

    • Improved Joint Health: Strength training strengthens the muscles, tendons, and ligaments that support your joints. This provides stability, reduces the risk of injury, and can help alleviate pain from chronic conditions like arthritis.

    • Better Body Composition: Weight training helps you lose fat while building muscle. This can drastically improve your body composition, giving you a leaner, more toned appearance even if the number on the scale doesn't change much.

    Mental and Emotional Impacts

    • Enhanced Mood and Mental Health: Just like cardio, weight training releases endorphins, which are natural mood elevators. It's been shown to significantly reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression, with some studies suggesting it's as effective as other forms of therapy.

    • Increased Confidence and Empowerment: The process of setting and achieving strength goals is incredibly empowering. Every time you lift a heavier weight, you build confidence and a sense of accomplishment that carries over into all other aspects of your life.

    • Improved Cognitive Function: The intense motor activity and focus required for lifting weights has a positive impact on brain health. It can improve your memory, attention span, and overall cognitive function, helping to protect against age-related decline.

    • Better Sleep Quality: The physical exertion of a weight training session can help you fall asleep faster and achieve a deeper, more restorative sleep.

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  • It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

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