2019 March Break Camp
The Mariposa March Break is the only skating…
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43rd Annual Mariposa Seminar
43rd Annual Mariposa Seminar Registration is now online!…
2019 Information
2019 information Mariposa Poster 2019
Holiday Ice Schedule 2018
Singles Skaters Monday December 24th and 31st 7:00am-11:00am…
No Skating August 6th
There is no skating Monday, August 6 due…
*NEW Camp Schedule
Summer Camp Schedule as of Aug 3 *updated…
Why Mariposa School of Skating?
Something For All Ages and Levels
The Mariposa School of Skating is a full service training centre that offers top level instruction and programs for every age and level of skater. Our expert staff deliver year round programs that are designed to allow skaters to progress from learning to skate to the elite levels of international competitive skating. 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. Our Internationally renowned school is THE destination for skaters looking to improve their skating!
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 shaprening
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
| Jul 05 2019 | to | Aug 16 2019 |
Summer 2019 Off-Ice Jumps
This session provides an excellent opportunity to work on the jump technique that skaters learn on ice.
Register Now| Jul 02 2019 | to | Aug 17 2019 |
Summer School
Skaters and coaches of all levels are welcome to join our International, World, and Olympic coaching staff. Our summer program includes on and off ice sessions, group lessons and training environment that has been home to Olympic and World medallist’s.
Register Now| Jul 02 2019 | to | Aug 15 2019 |
Summer 2019 Ballet/Dance
Ballet is an integral part of any skaters’ off-ice program, enhancing balance, flexibility, line and strength. Classes will be offered on Tuesdays & Thursdays. Allandale Recreation Centre – Studio with Alexandra Paul.
Register Now| Jul 02 2019 | to | Aug 16 2019 |
Summer Camp 2019
The Mariposa March Break camp is the only skating camp in the area to offer multi sport participation from Olympic and World level coaches. Hosted at the Allandale Recreation Centre, a state of the art facility which offers a multitude of recreation and training services. Spend your summer improving your physical development while learning valuable skills on land, on ice and in water!
Register Now| Jun 24 2019 | to | Jun 28 2019 |
43rd Annual Seminar
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
Sample Schedule: Seminar group names are named after our World and Olympic skaters. Those skaters are not here to teach. This is a sample schedule only.
2017 Seminar Schedule Register Now| Apr 08 2019 | to | May 09 2019 |
Spring 2019 Starskate 1-4
- Skaters will have passed Canskate stage 6
- Lessons delivered for STAR 1-4 Skate Canada Tests in Freeskate, Skills and Dance.
- 45 minutes of group instruction delivered by a Mariposa Coach per day.
| Apr 08 2019 | to | May 09 2019 |
Spring 2019 Starskate 4-10
- Skaters will have passed a STAR 4 Skating Test.
- Session time allows for practice of Freeskate, Skills, Interpretive and Dance
- 15 minute stroking session per session
| Apr 08 2019 | to | May 09 2020 |
Spring 2019 Off Ice Jumps
Off Ice Jump Class provides an excellent opportunity to work on the jump technique that skaters learn on the ice. Off-Ice jump sessions are scheduled prior to skating sessions to simulate competition warm-up.
Register Now| Apr 02 2019 | to | May 09 2019 |
Spring 2019 Edge and Balance
Players will be introduced to concepts such as inside and outside edges, both forwards and backwards, as well as the ability to connect different directions and edges This Program is designed by Paul Matheson. Exercises are based around detailed repetitions and progressions that will allow the player to build a solid foundation of basic skills. Each session will be conducted by two instructors from the internationally renowned Mariposa School of Skating. Must be born between 2005 and 2009 to participate…
Register Now| Apr 01 2019 | to | May 02 2019 |
Spring Power Skating with Scott Grover
House League and Rep level hockey players Players can choose 10, 20, or 30 sessions All sessions are sold in ten increments Mariposa School of Skating is committed to providing sessions that possess the optimal training environment. We believe strongly that limiting session participants and maintaining our coach to player ratio is critical to the players ability to improve and wish to ensure that the players that have registered are getting maximum attention and value for their session. If a…
Register Now| Mar 16 2019 | to | May 09 2019 |
Spring Pre Canskate 2019
Pre Canskate is designed to teach skaters the fundamentals of Balance, Agility and Control. Pre Canskate is a fun environment with bright colours and age appropriate teaching aids. As skater begin to be able to get up and move without assistance, they will be moved to a group within the canskate session to allow them to progress at their own pace. In the Pre Canskate program it is our goal to teach skaters independence by being able to get up on their own and balance without assistance while providing a fun and safe atmosphere for them to learn.
Register Now| Mar 16 2019 | to | May 09 2019 |
Spring Canskate 2019
CanSkate is a dynamic learn-to-skate program that focuses on fun, participation and basic skill development. Based on Sport Canada’s long term athlete development (LTAD) principles, CanSkate centers on physical literacy and the fundamental skills needed to take part in any ice sport or to skate as a recreational activity. Taught by NCCP-trained professional coaches, assisted by trained program assistants.
Register Now| Mar 11 2019 | to | Mar 15 2019 |
March Break Camp – 2019
The Mariposa March Break Camp, is the only skating camp in the area to offer multi-sport participation from Olympic and World level coaches. This camp is for CanSkaters, Hockey players and Figure Skaters. Hosted at the Allandale Recreation Centre, a state of the art facility which offers a multitude of recreation and training services.
Daily activities vary from Swimming, TRX, Yoga, Pilates, and Mini Trampoline. Skating skills and group lessons every day. Spend your March Break improving your skating while learning valuable Physical development on land, water and ICE! 6 years old and up.
MARCH BREAK SCHEDULE 2019 Sample Schedule subject to change Register Now| Mar 01 2019 | to | Mar 01 2019 |
March Performance Day
Mariposa School of Skating is proud to offer their second Performance Day. Skaters will perform their solo’s in a competition like setting and receive feedback from Skate Canada Officials. Full and Part time member holders participate at no extra cost. Mariposa 2018-2019 10 Pack Members pay only $20 plus tax. (To obtain code please contact office, use coupon code on check out for your discount) All local skaters are welcome to participate at $25 plus tax.
Register Now| Sep 04 2018 | to | Jun 21 2019 |
Day Ice
Mariposa School of Skating has Day Time “Ticket Ice” available for skaters September – June. We operate Monday to Friday 6:30am – 3:30pm. Monthly, weekly, daily and session rates are available for skaters. All Monthly, Elementary Part Time, Weekly, and Daily passes include unlimited ice and off-ice programming.
Register Now| Sep 01 2018 | to | Aug 31 2019 |
Skate Canada Membership
Skate Canada Membership for skaters planning to represent the Mariposa School of Skating in the 2018/2019 season.
Register Now