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Sports School Information Session

Last week, the Club hosted an information session on the concept of a Sports School / High-Performance Youth Program within KW Schools! If you missed our information session, no problem—here are a few key points! 

If you’d like to stay involved with this exciting project, please feel free to fill out this short survey. Your voice can help shape a supportive, community-centered program accessible to young athletes throughout Kitchener-Waterloo.

Thank you,

Anabelle Langlois-Hay
KWSC Technical Director

KWSC THANKS KPMG CANADA FOR RENEWED SPONSORSHIP SUPPORTING CANSKATE@SCHOOL PROGRAM

The Kitchener-Waterloo Skating Club is excited to announce that KPMG Canada has renewed its partnership for another three years. This vital sponsorship allows KWSC to continue running its CanSkate@School program, which brings learn-to-skate opportunities to local schools. The support from KPMG Canada is crucial to the program’s success, ensuring more young children can develop their skating skills. KWSC extends a heartfelt thanks to KPMG Canada for their ongoing commitment to youth development through sport.

Kitchener Waterloo Skating Club 

WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU ABOUT HOW WE RECOGNIZE CONTRIBUTIONS OF SPORTS AND ATHLETICS IN OUR COMMUNITY!




The cities of Kitchener and Waterloo are interested in revitalizing the displays and exploring community interest to resume inductions into the Sports Parades of History.

Share your feedback at www.engagewr.ca/SportsParades by September 15.

KWSC CELEBRATES NATIONAL VOLUNTEER WEEK FROM APRIL 14-20



During National Volunteer Week from April 14 to 20, 2024, we would like to take a moment to show our appreciation for your invaluable contributions to our Club and community. In 2023, the Kitchener Waterloo Skating Club was fortunate to have the support of 213 incredible volunteers.

Volunteering matters. Sharing your time, skills, empathy, and creativity is vital to the inclusivity and strength of our Club. As a not-for-profit organization, we rely on the support of volunteers to carry out a wide range of activities from special events, competitions, and skating programs. Thank you for your care and commitment in making KWSC a better place! Passion truly does live here!

Let's recognize and celebrate every volunteer and each contribution they’re making to strengthen inclusivity and wellbeing in our communities. Now more than ever, Every Moment Matters! 

Kitchener Recognizes Top Amateur Athletes at Annual Awards



Kitchener, March 20, 2024
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The City of Kitchener honored 100 outstanding amateur athletes and coaches at the annual Kitchener Athletic Awards held last night at the Bingemans Conference Centre.

The event celebrated individuals and teams who excelled in Canadian provincial or national championships/games, or achieved success in international competitions sanctioned by recognized Canadian sport governing bodies.

Among the recognized athletes were the following skaters from the Kitchener-Waterloo Skating Club (KWSC):

Presley Eby & Leon Nehaniv-Dautenhahn
Skate Ontario Provincial Championships – Ice Dance, Juvenile – GOLD
Coaches: Carleigh MacDonald, Steven Adcock

Kayla Bowman & Logan Bowman
Skate Ontario Provincial Championships – Star 4-5 Dance, – GOLD
Coaches: Carleigh MacDonald, Steven Adcock

Megan Dell
Skate Ontario Provincial Championships - U13, Star 5 Girls – GOLD
Coach: Dianne Rouleau

Jacob Stark
Skate Ontario Provincial Championships – Gold Artistic – GOLD
Coach: Dianne Rouleau

Boyd Stark
Skate Ontario Provincial Championships – 13+, Star 5 Boys – GOLD
Coach: Dianne Rouleau

The awards highlight the dedication and achievements of local talent, fostering a culture of excellence within the community.

Congratulations to all!
#KWSCProud

KWSC SKATERS HEAD TO NATIONALS AND 2024 ISU WORLD JUNIOR FIGURE SKATING CHAMPIONSHIPS IN TAIPEI CITY

Waterloo, ON - February 15, 2024 - The Kitchener-Waterloo Skating Club (KWSC) is proud to announce the participation of its talented skaters in two competitions, alongside hosting send-off events to celebrate their achievements.

On February 21-25, 2024, KWSC's skaters will compete in the 2024 Novice Canadian Championships at the Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex in Waterloo, ON. Among the competitors are the following KWSC Novice Dance Teams: Lilla Horvat & Bryce Aggerholm and Mackenzie Lockston & Philip Czarnecki. Additionally, Anneka Frey, Ellina Yao, Katie Howey, and Christine Brown will represent KWSC in the Novice Synchro category with their respective teams.

Additionally, KWSC is pleased to announce that Junior Ice Dance Team, Alisa Korneva & Kieran MacDonald, will represent Canada at the most prestigious Junior skating event, the 2024 ISU World Junior Figure Skating Championships in Taipei City from February 26 to March 3, 2024. Alisa and Kieran recently won a bronze medal at the Skate Canada National Championships in Calgary and are coached by Carleigh MacDonald and Paul MacIntosh.

Ahead of these events, KWSC will host send-off events at the CFSC Rink in RIM Park on Friday, February 16th at 5:15pm (Novice Nationals) and Thursday, February 22nd at 6:15pm (World Jr.) to cheer on its athletes.

For media inquiries or additional information, please contact Anabelle Langlois-Hay, KWSC Technical Director, at anabelle@kwsc.com

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