Basic Skills teaches the FUNdamentals of ice skating and provides the best foundation for figure skating, hockey and speed skating. Six progressive levels introduce forward and backward skating, stops, edges, crossovers and turns. Upon completion of the Basic Skills 1-6 levels, skaters will be able to confidently advance to more specialized areas of skating. All classes will be well-structured with the focus on proper skill development taught in a positive, FUN and social environment. Skaters will progress at their own rate and advance after skill mastery is demonstrated.

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Learn to Skate Important Class Information and Policies- Please read through CAREFULLY before coming to class!

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• Check-in at the front table upon arrival

• A list of student's names with their coaches' name will be provided at check-in

• Every skater MUST have their own skates unless you are a beginner. Beginners- (Snowplow Sam's, Basic 1's and 2's and Adult beginners) can rent skates--$5.00 each week for skate rental (we highly recommend all skaters taking lessons have their own skates) Please arrive extra early if you need skate rental. BASIC 3 and above MUST have their own skates for lessons!

• Bike helmets are highly recommended to be worn by all beginners, we do not provide bike helmets-- dress warmly in layers and wear long socks and GLOVES

• Please remember to show up to class about 20-30 minutes early for your first day--We start promptly on the ice for your designated lesson slot and lesson will not be put on pause for late arrivals. If you are late, you will have a harder time getting started and will miss important information from your coach.

• Once skates are on, meet your coach, off ice, in the rink area a few minutes before class

• Classes are 30 minutes in length with a 30-minute practice time.

• PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED--We will not register you on the spot-Most classes are FULL-If you are not on our list, you will not be able to participate in classes.

• No games or unfavorable/unsafe behavior will be allowed during practice time. Skaters will be asked to leave the ice upon unsafe behavior.

• Snowplow Sam 1/2 skaters are encouraged to stay near the wall for their first few practice times. Parents are not allowed on the ice in skates or on their shoes. The practice area will have a supervisor overseeing the space but is NOT a formal lesson area.

• No companion skaters/parents or siblings (not enrolled in lessons) are allowed on ice-NO EXCEPTIONS

• All skaters are required to be members of Learn to Skate USA to participate in our lessons. Please make sure to register them within the first week of starting classes. (info and link for registration on our website under the Learn to Skate information- www.rtownsports.com )

• Make up class date will be posted at check-in table around week 5 or 6. Please sign your skater up to attend.

• Parents should not leave their child at lessons unattended. A parent or guardian should be on site, in the building at all times.

• If there is inclement weather and we have to cancel a class, you should check our social media before coming to the rink. We will also send out an email to confirm the cancelation and will let you know about a make-up class once determined. Please make sure we have an accurate email in your account.

• *** If you are interested OR needing to purchase skates, here are a few tips to buy:

• NO double blades

• Plastic skates are not recommended

• Figure Skates are recommended for beginners UNLESS wanting to get into ice hockey, in that case, hockey skates should be purchased

• Purchase a skate that has adequate support around the ankle-flimsy skates should not be purchased

• Wear long socks in your skates to avoid rubbing around the ankle

• Make sure to get skates sharpened before use- call or email Kirsten for sharpening schedule-we do not sharpen on the spot.

• Speak with your coach in person if you are unsure of what to buy!

 

Skates for beginners:

Figure Skates - (Brands- Jackson or Riedell)

Jackson Soft Skate is recommended for beginners

 

ON AMAZON

Jackson Ultima GS180 SoftSkate Womens Ice Skates 

Jackson Classic SoftSkate 380 Womens/Girls Ice Figure Skates

Riedell Skates - 19 Emerald Jr. - Youth Recreational Figure Ice Skates with Steel Luna Blade for Girls : Sports & Outdoors

 

Hockey Skates - (Brands-Bauer or CCM)

 

ON AMAZON: Bauer Unisex NS Skate Youth

Skate gear:

* Soft guards- for storing skates when not using - soaks up excess moisture that may rust the blade

  *hard guards- for walking around off ice - protects the blade from wear and tear.