THE ROTATION ROOM IN KITCHENER WATERLOO
ABOUT US
The Rotation Room in KW is an innovative, off-ice training center for figure skaters of all levels and abilities. The Rotation Room aims to offer high-quality training opportunities for Canadian figure skaters in an inclusive, safe, and fun environment.
Our facility is a space where skaters and coaches can focus on skill develop, physical fitness, performance, and overall health and well being. Our 5000 sq ft. gym space includes multiple suspended bungee harnesses, an electric spinner, and ballet studio located inside the Carolyn Fedy Skating Centre within the Manulife Sportsplex and Healthy Living Centre at RIM Park.
The Rotation Room training environment is the first of its kind in North America... it brings incredible opportunities to practice, learn, and improve on jumps, spins and other figure skating elements before trying them of the ice." -Anna Lunyova
Our facility is also home to The Athletic Centre
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OUR TEAM
Sylvie DeCaen
Athletics Manager & Lead Harness Technician
- B.A.PHED from Brock University and a B.A.ED from the University of Quebec
- Level 5 (National) NCCP coaching certification
- 25 years experience as a Coach from beginner to International levels.
OUR EQUIPMENT
On Ice Harness
An on ice harness consists of a runner track, track mechanisms, bungees, and harness or belt. It allows skaters to practice bungee assisted jumping on the ice. It helps provide balance, structure, and suspended air time to help skaters practice rotations, axis position, balance, and all other elements of technique.
Electric Spinner
Our custom Rotation Room Electric Spinner can start or finish a rotation with a foot pedal, while controlling the skaters speed. It makes the harnessing process convenient and comfortable for coaches since their hands are completely free to lift skaters with the pulley rope. The spinner can turn in both directions with the flick of a switch.
Bungee Harness System
The Rotation Room Bungee Harness System allows skaters of all levels and abilities to practice off ice jumping and rotations in the safest way possible. The bungee support allows for athletes to train multiple jump repetitions with very little risk of injury and impact on the body. They’re the perfect on or off ice tool for attempting new and difficult jumps. Bungee Harnesses allow for skaters to jump for longer periods of time while building positive muscle memory.
Watch our equipment in use!
BENEFITS OF OFF-ICE TRAINING
Benefits of Off Ice Training:
- Accelerated learning environment for jump techniques.
- Opportunity for skaters to practice more off-ice jumps, reducing the risk of injury.
- Coaches can specialize in off-ice training and harnessing, enhancing skater progression.
- Introduction of difficult technical elements at an earlier stage in a safe environment.
- Specialized equipment facilitates faster skater progression.
- Access to rental spaces for coaches to conduct their own training sessions, with or without TRR trained staff support.
CONTACT
P: (519) 886-5972 ext. 230
E: manager@theathleticcentre.ca
BOOKINGS
Drop-In Schedule for Fall 2023 and Winter 2024
Want to jump around? Just drop in!
MONDAY |
TUESDAY |
WEDNESDAY |
THURSDAY |
THURSDAY |
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| 6:00 - 6:15pm | 6:25 - 6:40pm | 5:15 - 5:30pm | 6:00 - 6:15pm | anytime between 1:40 - 2:40pm |
| 7:05 - 7:20pm | 6:20 - 6:35pm | 7:05 - 7:20pm | anytime between 5:10 - 6:40pm | |
| 8:20 - 8:35pm | 7:25 - 7:40pm | 8:20 - 8:35pm |
To reserve a spot, please email or call Sylvie at sdecaen@kwsc.org or call (519) 886-5972 ext. 230
Coaches can book time in TRRKW with up to 10 of their own skaters.
Skaters can book in advance or drop in for one (1) harness for 15 minutes
Skater can book in advance or drop in for one (1) spinner for 10 minutes
*The Rotation Room in Kitchener Waterloo hopes for this space to be used as a resource for surrounding clubs. We intend to follow the non-solicitation best practices that were established at the Rotation Room in Thornhill.
PACKAGE |
PACKAGE DETAILS |
KWSC MEMBER PRICE |
NON-KWSC MEMBER PRICE |
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PASSES |
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10 X up to15 minute passes |
Bungee/Spinner |
$45 |
$63 |
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10 X up to 15 minute passes |
Bungee/Spinner |
$126 |
$144 |
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10 MINUTES PACKAGES |
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| 10 minutes |
Individual Spinner with skater's Coach (Coach must be Certified for TRR) *without Technician |
$3 | $5 |
| 10 minutes |
Individual Spinner
*with instruction from KWSC's Harness Technician |
$13 |
$15 |
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15 MINUTE PACKAGES |
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15 minutes |
Individual Bungee |
$5 |
$7 |
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15 minutes |
Individual Bungee |
$15 |
$17 |
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45 MINUTE PACKAGES |
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45 minutes (to coincide with 50 minute on ice session). Ice is seperate cost. |
Room Booking - up to 10 athletes
*without Technician |
$45 |
$65 |
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45 minutes (to coincide with 50 minute on ice session) Ice is seperate cost. |
Room Booking - up to 10 athletes
*with Technician |
$65 |
$90 |
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2 HOUR PACKAGES |
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2 Hour Package - Space Only |
1 Hour TRR space + 1 Hour Dance Studio Space |
$60 |
$90 |
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2 Hour Package with KWSC Harness Technician |
1 Hour TRR *with KWSC Harness Technician + 1 Hour Dance Studio |
$80 |
$115 |
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2 Hour Package - Space Only with 50 Minute Ticket Ice |
1 Hour TRR sapce + 1 Hour Dance Studio spce + 50 minutes ticket ice (supply own coach) |
$69 |
$99 |
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2 Hour Package - 1 Hour Room & 50 Minute Ticket Ice |
TRR + Ticket Ice *without Harness Technician |
$54 |
$74 |
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2 Hour Package - 1 Hour Room & 50 Minute Ticket Ice |
TRR & Ticket Ice *with KWSC Harness Technician |
$74 |
$99 |
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2 Hour Package - 1 Hour Room & 50 Minute Ticket Ice |
Dance Studio & Ticket Ice |
$34 |
$44 |
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3 HOUR PACKAGES |
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3 Hour Package - 1 Hour Per Room with 50 Minute Ticket Ice |
1 hour TRR *with KWSC Harness Technician + 1 Hour Dance Studio + Ticket Ice (supply own Coach) |
$89 |
$124 |
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To reserve a spot, please email or call Sylvie at sdecaen@kwsc.org or call (519) 886-5972 ext. 230
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Pay in person by cash, debit or credit.
SKATER CLASSES
Each week, TRR in KW provides over 16 off-ice training classes for skaters of the KW Skating Club. Classes are structured taking into account the various windows of trainability indicated in the Long Term Athlete Development Model (LTAD) published by Skate Canada.
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