Code of Conduct 

1. All skaters must not go on the ice until the zamboni doors have closed.

2. Skaters shall always be aware of all other skaters on the ice and shall maintain a safe distance from all other skaters.

3. Please do not stand still in the middle of the ice. If you do take a break, make sure to stand against the boards.

4. A private lesson should never be interrupted or interfered with, by another skater or any other person. Parents must wait until the end of a session to speak to coaches unless it is an emergency.

5. No FREESKATING is allowed during the dance portion of the session unless a skater is in a lesson with a coach.

6. Manners are always important. Yelling across the ice is not appropriate. Members must be respectful of all skaters and coaches at all times.

7. All skaters shall use appropriate language at all times. Swearing or the use of abusive language while on the ice, in one of our off-ice classes or any other part of the arena is not appropriate. The rink is a training centre for all ages.

8. The first coach hired by the skater’s parents for private lessons is known as the base or primary coach. In accordance with Skate Canada guidelines, any other coach wishing to teach the skater in any discipline must first get approval from the Primary Coach. Please be aware it is against Skate Canada guidelines for any coach to “solicit” a skater away from another coach. If a change is desired, the proper steps must be followed. If in doubt as to the steps, please speak to a Board Member.

9. Be aware of a skater’s self esteem. Bragging, boasting, and put downs are neither acceptable nor tolerated in any way. All members, coaches, skaters and parents shall always demonstrate good sportsmanship, courtesy, consideration and respect towards others.

10. No food, drinks, gum or candy are allowed on the ice surface. Water bottles may be left on the boards and used there.

11. Appropriate skating clothing must be worn at all times. Skirts, dresses or pants will be worn over bodysuits. Tops will not be revealing in any way. Tights and gloves will be in good repair. Coaches and Board Members have the right to ask a skater to leave the ice if they feel a skater is not dressed properly. If they do not have an alternate, they will be asked to leave that session until they are dressed properly.

12. No cell phones are allowed to be used on the ice by anyone. If absolutely necessary, the user must be completely off the ice surface. Cell phones and purses should be left at the boards, not the dressing room, for safety.

13. PCSC will not tolerate bullying in any form and will follow the Skate Canada policy to deal with any such infraction.

Violations against PCSC code of conduct will not be tolerated. Members/Parents will be contacted if skaters act contrary to the code of conduct and in severe and/or repeat cases a suspension of membership (short or long term) is possible.