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Why Mariposa School of Skating?
Pathway of Excellence
Something For All Ages and Levels
The Mariposa School of Skating is a full service training centre. We welcome skaters of all ages and skating disciplines from our local area or around the world to train with us for any length of time.
We have a coaching team and a variety of diversity skating programs we excel at delivering, from elite competitive figure skating programs to learn to skate to hockey skating programs to our RVH Therapy on Ice. Skating champions like Brian Orser, Elvis Stojko and Jennifer Robinson put Mariposa on the map as an internationally renowned school. Mariposa is a full-service training centre that offers top level instruction for every age and level of skater. W
Our Internationally renowned school is THE destination for skaters looking to improve their skating!
Through our Performance Galas with the Barrie Huronia Rotary Club, our golf
tournament, Innisdale Secondary School Christmas shows and more. We have collected $1million for RVH, over $180,000 for the Alzheimer Society, $100,000 for the building of the Barrie Molson Centre and more.
World-class training facilities
- Olympic and Standard size ice pad
- Fully equipped Fitness Room
- Ballet Studio
- Classroom
- Administrative Office
- Pool for recovery programs
- High School on location
- Elementary School within 120 metres
- on-site skate sharpening
Winning legacy and bright future
Founded in Orillia, Ontario in 1973 by Doug Leigh and Tom Harrison, the school moved to Barrie in 1988 to accommodate the needs of world class skaters while establishing a campus at the Allandale Recreation Centre. Home to National Champions, Olympic medallists and World Champions from around the world, the school has seen success in Singles, Ice Dance and Pairs with champions like Brian Orser, Elvis Stojko, Jeff Buttle, Jennifer Robinson, Jacinthe Lariviere & Lenny Faustino.
David Islam and Paul Matheson became the co-owners in June 2017 to continue the strong legacy that has been built at the Mariposa School of Skating.
Upcoming Programs
Upcoming. Starts:September12026
Day Ice (Memberships/Passes/Drop In)
Day Ice & Memberships at Mariposa
Mariposa School of Skating offers flexible skating opportunities for all levels through our Day Ice passes and memberships. Skaters can choose from single sessions, daily or weekly passes, 10-packs, or monthly memberships (Bronze, Silver, Gold) that include off-ice training and exclusive benefits.
Whether you’re looking for occasional practice or unlimited monthly access, our programs provide options to suit every skater’s needs while maintaining the high-performance training environment Mariposa is known for.
Upcoming. Starts:September82026
Edge and Balance Plus Series
This program is under the direction of Paul Matheson
The program runs for 5 weeks.
CHOOSE BETWEEN
Backwards on Tuesday 4:00 - 4:50 pm
Acceleration on Thursday 4:00 - 4:50pm
Upcoming. Starts:September92026
Fall STARSkate
Mariposa School of Skating is proud to offer evening fall programming for skaters working on STARSkate tests and preparing for the Podium Pathway. Skaters from BSC or neighbouring clubs please refer to your coaches recommendations and session qualifications when choosing levels.
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Upcoming. Starts:September102026
Fall Pre-Canskate, Canskate, Teen and Adult
Our Pre-CanSkate and CanSkate programs are entering an exciting new phase, featuring improved coach-to-skater ratios, refreshed lesson plans, and a renewed leadership structure to ensure a consistent, high-quality on-ice experience. Guided by Skate Canada’s Long-Term Athlete Development principles, Pre-CanSkate offers a fun, play-based introduction to skating with a 1:5 ratio, while CanSkate delivers Skate Canada’s nationally recognized program with a 1:8 ratio, developing balance, control, agility, and the foundational skills needed for all ice sports in a safe, supportive environment.
Offering TEEN/ADULT Canskate
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Upcoming. Starts:September112026
Rising Stars Fall
Are you ready to take your skating to the next level? Rising Stars is a brand-new Mariposa initiative designed as an exclusive opportunity for skaters who have been invited by their coach, or who have completed Stage 4 of the CanSkate program or higher. This session will take place on Friday's during the Fall at the East Bayfield Arena
Upcoming. Starts:September142026
Power Skating Fall
Program runs for 5 weeks
- Program run by James Callan
- All skaters must pre-register for each class online and then check-in at desk upon arrival.
- All sessions max 25 skaters
- All sessions will be divided into groups according to the skaters level.
- This program requires full equipment
Upcoming. Starts:September142026
Power Skating Fall
Program runs for 5 weeks
- Program run by James Callan
- All skaters must pre-register for each class online and then check-in at desk upon arrival.
- All sessions max 25 skaters
- All sessions will be divided into groups according to the skaters level.
- This program requires full equipment