Skating

In Canada skating is considered a national pastime. People of all ages enjoy skating for many different reasons. Yearly an outdoor rink is created beside the Tourist Bureau in Victoria Square. Some winters are better than others for outdoor rinks and ponds. However, there are also plenty of indoor skating arenas in the Colchester area that offer family skate times for a reasonable price.

 I have found that Canadian families make sure to expose their young children to ice skating as soon as possible. I remember learning to play hockey when I was less than 5 years old. There is something that draws Canadians to ice ponds in the winter. Some families even build their very own outdoor rinks in their back yards. I have seen a few of these in Bible Hill. Often, neighbor kids will be playing a game of ice hockey in the backyard rink.

You are never too old to learn to skate! The local skating arenas offer learn-to-skate programs for adults as well as children. These rinks also offer open skate times on weekday afternoons and weekends. I highly recommend trying skating at any age as you can always continue to improve your skill level.