POLICIES
Registration:
All skaters must be registered and paid prior to their first day of the session with SMC.Memberships are non-transferable between skaters and/or sessions.All registrations are done via email, in person or mail.All skaters must be registered at least 24 hours prior to the first day of the session. Payment is required to confirm registration. All members of SMC must be registered with Skate Canada. Where can I register or pay: Please email the club Skatemorinville@shaw.ca for further information.
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Media Release:
I hereby grant to SMC the right to use, without payment of any fee or charge, any photograph, videotape or other visual media of myself/son/daughter taken during the program(s) for the purpose of furthering the Skate Morinville Club objectives. If you do NOT grant the Media Release, please note this in your registration.
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Refund/Credit/Cancellations /Administration Fee Policies:
SMC reserves the right to cancel sessions/classes, limit the number of skaters per session/class and to change the session/class levels when necessary.Make up sessions are not offered. In the event the SMC cancels a lesson, the missed class will be rescheduled later in the season. If the SMC is unable to reschedule the lesson, the cancelled lesson will be credited to your account.
The club has a NO refund policy for all programs once the program has started. All cancellations must be in writing, and within 7 days of the program start date. There is a $25.00 Administration fee for all cancellations. Cancellations may be subject to the Skate Canada Registration Fee. All lessons must be purchased in conjunction with the Season's registration.All prices, dates, and times are subject to change without notice.
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Fundraising:
The SMC is a small volunteer-based, Not-for profit organization that provide Skate Canada programs instructed by NCCP coaches.The ice fees charged only covers a portion of overall operations costs.We are not a MLC or Town of Morinville run program therefore our ice costs are not subsidized by the local government. Fundraising is very important and we run an annual silent auction, along with other yearly fundraisers. We asked for your continued support in these fundraising activities. Please support our annual silent auction, flip give and other fundraising events otherwise we will implement mandatory fundraising to your cost.
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Skater’s Etiquette and Guidelines:
All skaters shall demonstrate good sportsmanship, courtesy and respect towards others, both on and off the ice.
This code is put into place for the safety of the SMC skaters and coaches.
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GENERAL
Skaters must not go on the ice until the Zamboni has left the ice and the Zamboni gate has closed.
Skate guards are worn when the skater is off the ice.
Do not ask the advice of a coach about your skating problem during another skater’s lesson.
Skaters shall use appropriate language at all times.
Swearing or the use of abusive language is not acceptable.
Use of inappropriate language will result in the skater being asked to leave the ice.
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CONDUCT
Skaters must be aware of all other skaters on the ice and maintain a safe distance from them.
Pushing, tripping, horseplay or intentional interference of other skaters is absolutely forbidden.
Skaters will be asked to leave the ice.
Skaters must ask permission from a coach or club official prior to leaving the ice for any reason.
Skaters are expected to stay on the ice for the duration of a session, including group programming.
The coach has the right to refuse re-entry of a skater who has left the ice without permission.
Gum, candy, or food is not permitted on the ice.
Water in a non-breakable container is allowed however minimal on-ice hydration is needed if skaters hydrate appropriately 30-60 minutes prior to skating.
There will be no loitering along the boards or sitting in the player's box. Excessive loitering or talking on the ice (including the music box), will result in one verbal warning and then the skater will be asked to leave the ice for a second infraction.
Skaters must get up quickly after falling.
No use of ear buds while skating.
No use of Smart/Cell Phones in Dressing rooms or On Ice for video/pictures.
No touching or moving of others personal property without approval in dressing rooms.
Skaters are expected to be on time for all on-ice and to train throughout the entire session. In order for skaters to reach their full potential, it is expected that they attend all on-ice sessions for their level on each day they skate.
Parents are not permitted to enter the rink area during a skating session unless assisting with skate tying or at the request of a coach.
Please do not interrupt coaches while they are coaching.
Parents may not talk to the skaters on the ice. Interrupting focus during a moving session is considered hazardous and disruptive. It is unacceptable to coach your child or anyone else’s child during any session.
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FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE :
Low income families may qualify for financial assistance through Jumpstart. Payment must be secured before your registration will be processed. If using this option, please apply early so you can secure your spot.
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COMMUNICATION:
Please make sure a valid email address is on the registration form as all notices and newsletters will be sent out via email.It is your responsibility to check the notices or the SMC website for all skating information.
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What is the Skate Canada Fee?
This is an annual fee that goes straight to Skate Canada Head Office and is used for insurance, safe sport and to register each skater.The insurance expires every August 31 and must be renewed each skating season.This fee is non-refundable.
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Can I go on the ice with my child?
No, Parents/Guardians cannot go on the ice with their child. Skate Canada does not permit anyone to step onto the ice without proper insurance and registration.Rest assured, the coaches are NCCP certified and trained to assist skaters on the ice.
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Players Box Areas:
Players Box areas are designed for Coaches and skaters only.We ask that parents enjoy watching their child from the designated "heating" seating area. This allows skaters to remain focused on the class activities during the program time.
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