Private Skating Lessons

Parents of young children, adult beginners, newcomers to Canada and families wanting extra help alongside hockey or skating clubs.

Hourly or half-hour rate per lesson, with small-group rates per person and packages of several lessons paid upfront.

• Strong skating ability
• Patient with beginners and children
• Clear, encouraging teaching

• Many rinks require proof of coaching certification, insurance and a police record check, so check with each venue
• Commercial general liability insurance, and check whether the rink requires its own cover
• Ice time costs and availability, and whether you pay a rink fee per lesson
• Working with children usually means a vulnerable sector check and safe sport training, so check what applies in your province
• Demand is seasonal and rinks may be busier in winter, so plan your income

Estimates suggest startup costs are typically around $300 to $1,500, depending on your certification, insurance and equipment. Monthly revenue is typically estimated around $300 to $2,000, depending on how many lessons you teach and rink fees.

Check with each venue, as many rinks require proof of coaching certification, insurance and a police record check. Working with children usually means a vulnerable sector check and safe sport training, so check what applies in your province.

Estimates suggest at least about 5 hours a week. Useful skills include strong skating ability, patience with beginners and children, and clear, encouraging teaching. Demand is seasonal and rinks may be busier in winter, so plan your income.