Fall/Winter Powerskating Program (2026/27)

Edmonton Ringette is proud to partner with Mel Thomas Performance to deliver a high-quality powerskating development program for the 2026/27 season.

Sharpen your stride and elevate your game with high-tempo, individual-focused sessions designed to improve speed, edge control, agility, balance, and skating efficiency. These sessions help athletes build confidence and develop strong skating fundamentals all season long.

Program Details

• Location: Crestwood Arena
• Dates: Biweekly from September 22 to February 16
• Total Sessions: 11
• Instructor: Mel Thomas Performance
• Minimum Enrollment: 13 skaters per group

Session Dates

• September 22
• October 6, 20
• November 3, 17
• December 1, 15
• January 5, 19
• February 2, 16

Program Groups

🔹 2016-2019 Birth Years

• Time: 5:15 PM - 6:15 PM
• Eligibility: EFCLRA athletes born 2016-2019

🔹 2013-2015 Birth Years

• Time: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
• Eligibility: EFCLRA athletes born 2013-2015

Development Focus

Players in both groups will work on:

• Skating stride mechanics and power
• Edge control and agility
• Balance and body positioning
• Speed development and efficiency
• Confidence and overall on-ice performance

Registration Information

• Open exclusively to EFCLRA athletes in the specified birth years
• Registrations that do not meet eligibility requirements will be cancelled and refunded (less a $50 admin fee)

Important Notes

• Please register in the correct age group
• If a group is full, join the waitlist (do not register in another group)
• Participants may be reassigned to a different group to better match skill level (with prior approval)
• Each group requires minimum enrollment; if not met, the program will be cancelled and fully refunded

Why Powerskating?

Skating is the foundation of ringette performance. Focused powerskating sessions allow athletes to refine technique, increase speed, and maximize their effectiveness in game situations.