Classes are
on Monday Evenings -
Classes start at 5:45 pm
SKATE WITH
U.S.
PROGRAM
Welcome to the U.S. Figure
Skating Basic Skills Program.
This program is available for
individuals ages 3 & up. It is a great opportunity for
individuals of any age who have an interest in skating.
Learn to skate as a recreational
sport, begin a fitness program or the first steps in
pursuing a long-term skating career.
GROUP LESSONS Students will be
placed in groups by age and skill level.
Classes will be
taught by a professional and experienced staff
member. Assistant instructors may help teach skills
as well.
If classes are
cancelled due to insufficient enrollment, an
effort will be made to reschedule the class or a
refund will be made.
However, no refunds or
make-ups will be issued for a missed class.
If classes are cancelled due to bad weather a make up
date will be scheduled.
CLASS FEES
The class fee will be
$118.00 for the 6 week sessions The class fee will be $145.00 for the 8 week sessions
(Winter and Spring 2012 Sessions).
Weekly Class lesson are 30 minutes per week.
All classes include 30 minutes of practice
time either
before or after class depending on when each level
is taught.
Each student will be
given weekly public session punch card to use for extra
practice
(skate rental included with punch).
Skate rental is
included with each weekly class.
Please Note:
Classes are on Monday Evenings
CLASS
DESCRIPTIONS
All classes follow the U.S. Figure Skating - Basic
Skills curriculum Basic
Skills are the fundamentals of the sport !
Skaters planning to play hockey are required to
complete through Basic 2 before registering for our
hockey levels taught on Saturday mornings.
Snowplow Sam: 3 - 5
years of age;
The
Snowplow Sam levels are designed to help the
preschool age skater develop preliminary
coordination and strength necessary to maneuver on
the ice.
Snow Plow Sam skaters are divided into two
levels, beginning SPS Level 1 and continuing SPS
levels 2 & 3. Snow Plow Sam classes are the place to start
for skaters who want to be Recreational, Hockey or
Figure Skaters.
BASIC
1: Ages
6 and above;
There are eight levels in the program
that are designed to introduce the fundamental moves.
Basic 1 will focus on forward skating, learning to
stop, safe falling and getting back up, beginning
backward skating, etc.
Upon completion of
the Basic 1-8 levels, skaters will have the knowledge of the sport enabling them to advance to
the more specialized areas of skating.
*Skaters will be placed by the instructor at the
appropriate skill level.
Basic
2 through Basic 8 and Free Skate levels:
All ages
The advanced classes are for those
skaters who have previously attended the Basic
Skills program or who have prior figure skating
experience. All students will be placed in groups
appropriate to their skill level. Skaters should complete Basis 1 & Basic 2
before they chose to focus on Hockey, Figure or
Recreational skating tracks.
ADULT:
The adult curriculum is designed for the beginning
adult skater. It will promote physical fitness and
improve balance and coordination while learning
proper skating techniques. The program is divided
into four skill levels. Adult skaters will progress
at an individual rate while being challenged and
motivated. Adult classes may be combined if the
skill levels of the skaters are similar.
OTHER INFORMATION
Make sure that
skates fit as snug as possible and are laced
tight.
Please be ready
on time. We have one hour to teach all levels
of classes.
Be sure to dress
warm and comfortable and dress in layers for
example:
Sweatpants and
sweatshirts
Nylon wind suit
Sweaters and
turtlenecks
Gloves and
mittens
Coats and jackets
(be sure that they will not hinder movement)
Click
here for more information on the U.S. Figure
Skating Basic Skills program.
Questions or comments please contact
our
Skating Director
Karen
Butler at the Wilmington Ice House.
