The coaches of the SSC are members of the National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP) and have a valid first aid certificate and criminal clearance check.

Our Club coaches are under contract for the season and are responsible for all group instruction offered by the Club.

For individual coaching instruction, contact one of our Club coaches. The Club coaches must be fully booked before a freelance coach will be hired by the Club for any sessions.

Shawna Cowling is a past SSC skater and has experience as a freelance coach and a club coach. This is her fourth year as a SSC coach.

Dale Wood has been with the club for over 30 years organizing programs for all levels.

Shawna Cowling and Dale wood

1. The coach has full responsibility for the development of the skater within the season in which they have been hired-this includes
   a. Setting goals
   b. Determining equipment needs
   c. Suggesting lessons needed and give the skater and parent a schedule
   d. Ensuring test and competition requirements are met
   e. Ensure that each skater has forms for tests, competitions, clinics, and seminars
   f. Produce for solos and / or pairs
   g. Ensure programs are choreographed with all level requirements included
   h. Inform Parents of progress throughout the season
   
   

   It is recommended that parents / guardians book a minimum of one private or semi-private lesson per week in each of the disciplines (skills, dance, free skate) with Dale Wood or Shawna Cowling.