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Full set of gear (less skates) for sale in cute bag for approximately 8-11 year old depending on size. Open to a reasonable offer (cut proof gloves, ankle guards, cut resistant undersuit, 2 older skinsuits, soft neck guard, racing glasses, apogee speed skate helmet, soft skate guards). Message Rachelle Neglak-Voss directly on Facebook if you … Read more

Is your skater ready to try REAL speed skates? Speed skates can be rented from the YKSSC for a cost of $125 per season plus an additional $125 is required as a deposit. They will come sharpened and ready to go! We have a range of sizes available, but limited quantities. If you are looking … Read more

WELCOME HOME!! Following the wildfire evacuations, YKSSC is so excited to announce our program start dates, times, and location!! Senior Competitive: Sep 21, 7:30 to 9:00pm, Ed Jeske Rink (Multiplex) SS3: Sep 24, 1:30 to 3:00pm, Ed Jeske Rink (Multiplex) SS2: Sep 24, 12:30 to 1:30pm, Ed Jeske Rink (Multiplex) Special O: Sep 25, 6:30 to 7:30pm, Shorty Brown … Read more

Spring is in the air – which means it’s time for our spring raffle! Tickets are 1 for $20, 3 for $50. Only 500 tickets printed! Draw date Saturday, June 18, 2023, 3:00pm, Multiplex Arena First Prize: Pit Boss BBQ, meat and propane package. Value $2,050Second Prize: Two tickets YK Calgary return, valid till June/24. … Read more

Thank you for making this year awesome! Let’s get together to say goodbye till next year… Our AGM will be Sunday, May 28, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PMSupper at 4:00 pm, AGM at 5:00 pmLocation:  Fred Henne Kitchen Shelter #2 Please bring a side or dessert for the potluck, your own plates and cutlery. Burgers … Read more

As a result of lost ice time during the City of Yellowknife’s labour dispute, the YKSSC Executive has determined that it will apply the following rebates during the 2023-2024 registration period for skaters previously registered for the 2022-2023 season: LTS & SS1 – $45/skaterSS2 – $110/skaterSS3 – $135/skater Comp – $210/skater. The Executive thanks you … Read more

The YKSSC Schools Ability Meet will take place Saturday, November 26, 2022. Registration is open now and will close November 18, 2022. More information and a link to register can be found on the Ability Meet page.

Happening Saturday, October 22 and Sunday, 23, 2022, this is a great way to have a friend join you on the ice, or for anyone to come try out our speed skate classes (and even try on a pair of speed skates if you are older)! Find out more about when your age group is … Read more

Speed skates can be rented from the YKSSC for a cost of $125 per season (additional cheque of $125 is required as deposit). If you are looking to rent skates, come by our locker room at the Multiplex (back room of the Ed Jeske ice surface) on Tuesday, September 13 from 7:45 to 9:00 pm, … Read more

Registration for Learn-to-Skate, SS1, SS2, SS3 and Competitive Skating is now open. Visit our registration page for more information and how to register. All skaters must be registered before getting on the ice. We are looking forward to seeing our skaters back on the ice and welcoming new ones to our great club! If you … Read more

President – Menzie McEachern ykspeedskating@gmail.comVice President – Jason MessierTreasurer – Jody PellisseyRegistrar – Jana Dunn ykspeedskating.regs@gmail.comCommunications Coordinator – Johanna TiemessenFundraising Coordinator –  Fred Murphy ykspeedskating.volu@gmail.comSecretary – Glen MacKay

YKSSC is calling for parents to volunteer to put their name forward to be on the board for the upcoming 22-23 season, which will be voted in at the AGM on May 15, 2022. We are looking to fill the role of Vice-President, Secretary and Fundraising Coordinator. These roles are vital to the structure of … Read more

When: Sunday May 15, 4-7pm (Supper 5pm, AGM 6pm) Where: YK Ski Club Bring: A side or dessert for the potluck, plates & cutlery. Burgers and hotdogs will be provided! See you there!

The NWTSSA will host annual territorial-wide meet for NWT Clubs on February 25 – February 27, 2022. This ability meet included all ages and abilities of skaters. Registration is now open and will close February 18, 2022.

Due to the YK Arena remaining closed for November and December we have had to adjust all our weekend ice times, and all classes will be held at Ed Jeske unless otherwise noted. Sorry for the changes! Special 0: Monday 8:00pm to 9:00pm (Shorty Brown Rink)Comp: Tuesday and Thursday 7:30pm to 9:00pm, Saturday 7:30am to … Read more

We have received our exemption letter and are allowed to return to the ice starting Tuesday, October 26. What does this mean for you? 1. As a part of our exemption status, YKSSC is required to have checked the vaccination status of all our skaters and coaches over the age of 12 who are eligible … Read more

Is your skater ready to try REAL speed skates? Speed skates can be rented from the YKSSC for a cost of $125 per season (additional cheque of $125 is required as deposit). They will come sharpened and ready to go! We have a range of size available but limited quantities. Our amazing Skate Coordinators, Greg … Read more

Competitive, Ed Jeske Arena: starts Aug 24 SSIII, Ed Jeske Arena: starts Sept 21 SSII, Ed Jeske Arena: starts Sept 23 LTS and SS1, YK Arena: starts October 2/3 weekend Special O, Ed Jeske Arena: starts Sept 13

Registration for Learn-to-Skate, SS1, SS2, SS3 and Competitive Skating is now open. Visit our registration page for more information and how to register. Registration closes October 31, 2021 for all programs.

The NWTASSA annual Speed Skating Camp is scheduled for August 18-22, 2021. For more information check out the registration link, or contact Jody at nwtspeedskating@gmail.com. Registration deadline: July 31st.