Continue developing basic skating skills including backwards, stopping, and gliding. Pre-requisite completion of Level 1 – Adult or the ability to skate forward independently. Skaters are required to bring their own sharpened ice skates and CSA-certified hockey helmet. No other helmet type is permitted. Visit www.ottawa.ca/skating for full details. To help ensure a great experience for all, City staff may offer to redirect skaters to the appropriate class or withdraw them if an accommodation is not available.