We are now accepting registrations for our Winter 2026 Learn to Speed Skate session! This experience is a fun way to try speed skating.

Please click here if you would like to register. Please send an email to l2ss.londonspeedskating@gmail.com to let us know that you have completed the form. Instructions for etransferring payment are in the registration form.

Registration is not Confirmed until payment has been received. See details below.

When? January 13 to March 24, 2026. These are Tuesdays. Skate 7 to 7:50 pm. Skate fitting sessions will be held the week before, on Tuesday January 6th and 8th at 7:15 pm.

Where? Western Fair District Sports complex, London Major Appliances rink. Skate fittings are held downstairs, near the entry to the ice surface.

Who can join? We welcome all ages. Learn to Speed Skate (L2SS) participants range in age from 5 and up, most having some previous skating experience, but all ages and skill levels are welcome. There is space below in the registration form where you can tell us your skating ability. Speed skating includes all ages, with lots of training, racing and coaching training opportunities for teens and adults. It doesn’t matter if your interest in speed skating is for recreation and exercise, racing, or if you are just curious – all are welcome.

What about skates? We have a large inventory of new and gently used speed skates to fit all sizes. Skate use is included in the registration fee.

What about gear? Safe speed skating includes gear! Cost for the L2SS program includes skate rental. You will also need:

  • bicycle or hockey helmet (no cage please) or ski helmet 
  • cut-resistant neck guard with bib
  • elbow pads are highly recommended
  • gloves (heavy leather or ski gloves or hockey gloves)
  • knee pads (volleyball style preferred – we have loaners of these in most sizes)
  • shin pads (soccer style without ankle cups – we have loaners in most sizes)
  • cutproof socks if you have them. Otherwise, please wear calf-height socks and we will lend ankle guards
  • water bottle
  • athletic clothing – 2 layers both top and bottom are recommended. The first layer should be a base layer.

How many sessions? Our L2SS Program includes 10 on-ice sessions, and skate rental for $200. If you wish to join for an upcoming season, you can rent speed skates from our club.

Any more questions? Get in touch at: L2SS.londonspeedskating@gmail.com