About this Course

Learn the basics of the fastest human-powered sport on ice in this 2 hour introductory course. As the home of the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics Long Track Speed Skating, the Richmond Olympic Oval in partnership with the Richmond Rockets will provide you with the coaching and resources to give you the ultimate speed skating experience. Participants will gain on and off-ice knowledge and skill of the sport. Session is led by veteran world cup national team speed skater, and Oval Coach, Nicole Garrido. Speed Skates and helmets will be provided. On-ice portion is fully padded. Participants must have prior skating experience. Skaters must be able to stand and glide on ice unassisted. Off-ice/dryland 11:00AM to 12:00PM On-ice 12:00PM to 1:00PM