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WHAT IS SYNCHRONIZED SKATING? Synchronized skating is a team ice skating sport where a group of skaters perform a routine together, moving in perfect unison. The team, usually made up of 8 to 20 skaters, does tricks like spins, footwork, and lifts, all while staying in sync. The skaters form different shapes and patterns on the ice, like circles, lines, blocks, and wheels. They also move through intersections, where different parts of the team cross paths while keeping everything coordinated. Unlike other types of figure skating, the focus is on teamwork, not individual performance. The routine is usually set to music and judged on how well the skaters stay in sync, how fast they move, and how creative their routine is. It’s a mix of ice dancing, ballet, and figure skating, and it takes both skill and teamwork to pull off a great performance. |
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HOW DO I TRY OUT? |
| Important Notice: This is a team sport, it is important that all skaters show up to all practices on time and in team uniform in order to learn new skills, elements, and formations together. |
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Important Prerequisites:
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FAQ Q. Do I need previous synchronized skating experience to try out for the synchronized skating team? |
| Q. Will participating in synchronized skating interfere with my singles skating? A. Not at all! Synchronized skating is an additional activity. You’re still required to continue your singles training at your home club at least once a week. Synchronized skating will help you develop valuable skills like edges, power, flow, and teamwork, which will directly enhance your singles skating performance. |
| Q. How much singles skating should I do alongside synchronized skating? A. We require skating at least once a week at your home club, in addition to your weekly synchronized skating practice. |
| Q. Do I need to try out for the synchronized skating team? A. Yes, all skaters must attend try-outs each year to be considered for the synchronized skating team. Try-outs take place in early spring and early September. Details on times and locations will be shared via email or posted on our website later this year. If you miss try-outs and want to inquire about available spots, please contact the ASC office. |
| Q. How many competitions will the team participate in? A. For the 2025-2026 season, the team will compete in 4 events! |
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Q. Is there a team uniform? At competitions, skaters must wear their uniform jacket, sweater and t-shirt, plus plain black leggings and running shoes (leggings and shoes are not included in the fees). |
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Q. What are the fees? |
| Q. Are the fees and deposit refundable? A. No, all fees and deposits are non-refundable. For example, we require a minimum of 8 skaters to compete, and competition fees are non-refundable. This means we expect all 8 skaters to commit for the full season (September–February). |
| Q. When does the synchronized skating team practice? A. The Borealis synchronized skating team practices weekly on Saturdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM at the Aurora Family Leisure Complex, from September to February. (Practice times may change based on ice availability.) |
| Q. What if I have to miss a practice? A. All absence must be arranged with Coach Laura beforehand. Because of limited practice time and this being a team sport, 100% attendance is strongly encouraged for all skaters. |
