Summer Program Registration Now Open
Mariposa is excited to offer a full lineup of summer programs for every level and discipline of skater, check here for all the options! Read More
What's New
Ontario Closures
We share in the disappointment with the Ontario decision to close indoor sports as of January 5, 2022 at 12:01 a.m. for at least 21 days… Read More
Revised Gold and Silver Memberships
We have implemented a revised membership on punchpass for Gold and Silver members. This membership will automatically renew each month and can pause when… Read More
Mariposa Seminar Ambassador
Do you love sharing skating content on Social Media? Will you be attending the 2022 Mariposa Seminar? We want influencers to share their excitement… Read More
Edge & Balance (on hold due to current lockdown)
We will be having another Edge and Balance Session in January. If you are interested in the program, please email info@skatemariposa.com to be added… Read More
Mariposa School Of Skating Important Dates 2021-2022
Find all important Program Start Dates Please visit :2021-2022 year dates poster For evening and weekend programs: CANSKATE, POWER SKATING, ADULT and STARSKATE Please… Read More
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. We were the first municipal rink in Ontario to put ice back in to re-start our skating programs on June 15th during COVID-19 and have partnered with the City of Barrie and SMDHU to ensure the safety of our skaters and coaches.
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.
Update Covid-19 Health screening Questionnaire to be complete each day of skating
Updates Covid-19 Skate Ontario Waiver to be completed once for the skating season 2020/2021
Upcoming Programs
| Jul 04 2022 | to | Aug 19 2022 |
Summer School Registration
The Mariposa School of Skating offers one of the best summer skating programs in the world. We offer programming for Singles, Pairs and Dance at all levels. By integrating both on and off-ice classes into each training day the summer program is designed to help skaters at all levels reach their goals.
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Full Session Package includes:
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30 minutes off ice jumps Monday-Thursday
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2 Sessions
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4 off ice conditioning classes
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Group lessons Monday-Thursday (STAR 1-7 only)
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No Jump On Ice Class Monday-Thursday (STAR 5- Juv & Pre-Novice- SR only)
| Jun 27 2022 | to | Jun 30 2022 |
45th Annual ON ICE Seminar
EARLY BIRD $375 + hst
Before March 1st 2022 (full payment required prior to March 1st)March 1st $425 + HST
Space is limited and on a 1st come 1st serve basis. Full payment is required to hold your spot.Coaches $80 + HST
NEW THIS YEAR! club initiative
When a club sends 5 skaters to the seminar- they can send 2 coaches FOR FREE! The Mariposa Seminar is an informative and motivational week for coaches and skaters to learn new techniques or train existing ones. The seminar runs daily 8am-5pm with on and off ice classes. Each day is a different lesson for the skaters and coaches as well as the opportunity to mingle and interact with participating skaters and coaches. Daily group lessons cover:- Jump and Spin Technique
- Edge, Turn and Artistic Classes
- Ballet, Dance, Flexibility and Strength
- Off ice Jump class
- Lecture series
| Mar 14 2022 | to | Mar 18 2022 |
Hockey March Break Camp 2022
Activities vary from
- Daily Lessons with Paul Matheson 1 hour
- Power Skating 1 hour
- Swimming, Pilates, Yoga.
- Daily Dryland
Spend your March Break improving your skating while learning valuable physical development on land and ICE! 6 years old and up
| Mar 14 2022 | to | Mar 18 2022 |
March Break Camp 2022
Activities vary from
- Daily Group Lessons 2 hours (time is divided throughout the day)
- Swimming, Pilates, Yoga.
- Daily Dryland
Spend your March Break improving your skating while learning valuable physical development on land and ICE!
All participants must be 6 years old and up
| Oct 19 2021 | to | May 20 2022 |
Skill Technique & Cardio Skating Group Lessons
Tuesday Skill Technique This group lesson is designed by National and Olympic coaches for skaters wanting to improve their fundamental skating skills.The lessons develop and focus on technical fundamentals and quality skill development, edge work, power/speed, flow and turns. The lessons are included in Silver and Gold Memberships. Skaters must reserve their spot on Punchpass 10 Pack skaters may purchase a pass and reserve their spot to participate in the group lessons. Skaters must also reserve the 2:40 session to…
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| Sep 01 2021 | to | May 21 2022 |
Day Ice 2021/2022
Mariposa School of Skating has Day Time “Ticket Ice” available for skaters September – June. We operate Monday to Friday 6:30am – 3:40pm. Monthly, weekly, daily and session rates are available for skaters. Typically, a Silver pass suits skaters currently in elementary school. Gold Monthly passes suit skaters in high school and a Weekly pass suits skaters travelling to Barrie to train for a week or two. A Ten Pack suits skaters skating once or twice per week. Please reach out to your coach to see what pass best suits your skating needs.
| Aug 31 2021 | to | Jul 20 2022 |
Skate Canada Membership 2021-2022
Skate Canada Membership for skaters planning to represent the Mariposa School of Skating in the 2019/2020 season. This fee is non-refundable.
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