Caring for your skates
Where to purchase
Most department stores and sporting goods stores sell skating equipment ranging in price and quality. Do not purchase plastic skates. Skates must lace up and support the skaters ankles in an upright position.
Where to Sharpen skates
Sharpen skates as soon as they are purchased. Re-sharpen skates after approximately 20-30 hours of skating and use a good skate sharpening company. see Useful Links section below for professional skate sharpening locations More frequent sharpening may be required if the skater walks on concrete, rubber or carpeted surfaces without guards, if the blades are not wiped dry, or if there are severe nicks and rough surfaces on the edges of the blade. The bottom pick should not be removed. The toe pick on the blades is essential for proper balance
Proper Skate Care
Always wear protective skate guards when walking off ice. Dry the blades and sole plate completely with a cloth after each use. Always remove guards before storing skates. Unlace skates sufficiently before removing them so that the back of the boot will not break down or rip. Allow boots to air dry after each use.
Useful Links
Skating Glossary on Jumps and turns: https://skatecanada.ca/glossary/
Figure Skating 101 and much more: https://skatecanada.ca/glossary/
How judging works: https://skatecanada.ca/glossary/
Skates, attire and dresses, professional skate sharpening
Jakes Figure Skate Sharpening – Professional skate sharpening, repairs, accessories.
14 Essex Ave. Unit #28, Thornhill, ON, L3T 3Z1
905-889-3276 http://www.jakesskatesharpening.com
Figure Skating Boutique – Skates, figure skating clothes, accessories, professional skate sharpening
109 Doncaster Avenue, Markham, ON, L3T 1L6
416-225-1377 http://www.jakesskatesharpening.com