
FAQ
At TLSS we implement an audition process when accepting new skaters to our competitive programming.
We ask that you send an email to info@tlss.ca to request an audition or you can fill out our 'Request an Audition' form on our 'Join' page.
All TLSS coaches are Skate Canada certified coaches hailing from competitive figure skating backgrounds. We have numerous National certified coaches that work within our team as well as Canadian, US, and Italian national champions.
Our coaches currently coach at the international level with several years of combined experience.
The younger your child starts skating the better, though it is never too late to start skating. Those that start training at a younger age will be at an advantage as they have had more time to develop and acquire skills and basic fundamentals.
TLSS offers a varying level of lessons from beginner to elite.
Our team can arrange either private or group lessons for children new to figure skating.
TLSS is a firm believer in starting skaters with strong fundamentals from the beginning of their skating journeys. Learn to skate with team TLSS.
All coaches have varying private and group lessons rates that will be provided prior to starting. Private lesson costs may range from $15/20min to $25/20min.
Ice costs and private/group lesson costs are separate.
Yes, Toronto Lakeshore Skating School is a skating school that holds a sanction within Skate Canada. All figure skating activities held at TLSS are sanctioned by Skate Canada.
As we are a member of Skate Canada, all members of TLSS are required to have a Skate Canada Membership. If you do not have one we will set one up for you and a membership charge will be added to your concurrent TLSS invoice.
TLSS trains on an Olympic size ice pad at the Ford Performance Centre.
On-ice we utilize DartFish analysis and mobile harness to further your skater's progress.
We have ample off-ice space to be utilized for an abundance of off-ice classes, as well as ample warm-up areas and cool-down areas.
We are fortunate to be able to utilize a stationary rotating platform to improve athlete's rotating position and build strength and coordination using this state-of-the art equipment.
Our directors have been coaching together since 2016. Collectively they have over 40+ years of coaching experience. Our directors hail from strong competitive backgrounds in figure skating and are committed to excellence in each of their athletes.
On-Ice and off-ice fees will be paid on a monthly basis depending on the package purchased. Our administrative staff can set up a payment plan that best fits your family's needs.
Coaching costs are a separate fee outlined in our coaching policy. Monthly invoices will be sent out for the lessons attended. Coaching fees must be paid by the 30th of each month or lessons will be stopped.
Payment is accepted via e-transfer, paypal, and all major credit cards.
It is mandatory that all skaters participating in our figure skating program receive lessons from the TLSS coaching team.


