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Learn to Skate schedule

Sat 5/18 Sun 5/19 Mon 5/20 Tue 5/21 Wed 5/22

Learn to Skate
10:25am EDT

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Pre-School Open Skate
10:00am EDT

Learn to Skate
10:00am EDT

Learn to Skate
1:00pm EST

Learn to Skate
5:15pm EST

Spring Session

Wed, May 1 - Sat, June 15 2013
& Sat, June 226 weeks

6 weeks long
No classes from 5/25/13 to 5/31/13 & 6/8/13
 Wednesday 10-10:50am; 1-1:50pm; 5:15-6:05pm; 
Thursday 10-10:50am, 1-1:50pm, 6:15-7:05pm
Saturday 10:25am-11:15pm

*Registration starts March 23, 2013

The Learn to Skate program offers a wide range of classes to suit everyone’s needs from ages 3 to Adult. The program is a place to learn basic skating skills and is a stepping-stone for hockey as well as freestyle, synchronized, and recreational skating.

Spring / Summer Brochure

Sabrina Prevost

Skating Director

Phone: 248-246-3966

LTS 2012-2013 Sessions

Session1: July 14 - August 23
Session2: September 8 -October 25
Session3: October 27- December 20
(No classes on 11/20-11/25)
Session4: January 5 - Feburary 21
Registration begins December 1
Session5: Feburary 23 - April 18
(No classes on 3/30 - 4/5)
Registration begins February 2
Session6: May 1 - June 22
(No classes on 5/25-5/30 & 6/8)
Registration begins March 23
Summer Session: July 10 - August 17
Registration begins March 23

 


 

CLASS DESCRIPTIONS

Ages 3-5:
Snowplow Sam 1: Learn basic balance and skating skills in a fun introductory class
Parent Tot: Learn basic balance and skating skills with a parent or adult friend accompanying skater on the ice. Adults must be able to skate
Snowplow Sam 2-3: Skaters who have passed Snowplow Sam 1 or who have previously taken skating lessons. Develop preliminary coordination and strength to maneuver on ice

Ages 6-11:
Basic 1:
Learn the basic fundamentals of skating to begin hockey, figure skating, and speed
Basic 2-5: Skaters who have passed Basic 1 or Snowplow Sam 3. Classes cover the basic fundamental skating skills that will build on each level as the skater progresses

Ages 12-17:
Teen:
Skate with your friends while learning the fundamentals of skating

18 and Older:
Adult: Classes are designed for the mature skater interested in learning how to skate and are geared towards the skater's ability

Junior Programs:
Edge: Classes focus on more advanced figure skating skills including jumps, spins, and edge work. The program includes a 25-minute class and 20-minute off-ice class + 2 additional practice ice times per week
Hockey 1-4: Skaters of any age who have passed Snowplow Sam 3 or Basic 1. Classes are designed to develop skating skills necessary for hockey. Skaters may wear full hockey gear. Sticks will be provided during class time. No stick use allowed on practice ice arena

CLASS DETAILS

Format: 25 minute class + 25 minute practice, once a week for 7 weeks
Nametags: The nametag table will be located near the entrance. Please wear nametag every week
Colored Posters: During the designated class time, skaters will meet at the colored poster located along the boards corresponding to the color on their nametag
Practice Ice: Available for LTS students only. Parents and siblings are not allowed on the ice. Skaters must be able to skate on their own to utiliize the monitored practice ice area
Evaluations: Skaters will be evaluated the 2nd to the 6th class. At the end of the 6th class they will be given an evaluation form with the instructor's recommendation
Badges: Badges for completing each level can be purchased at the front desk for $1.00
Bring a Friend week: The last week of the session will be a fun week focusing on games where a skater's friend is welcome to attend for free. Make sure they fill out a waiver form before they get on the ice. One friend per skater.

REGISTRATION

Front Desk Registration: Registrations will be accepted at the front desk
Current Student Registration: Current students may register for the next session after their evaluation the 2nd to last week of the session. It is recommended to do so to reserve their spot
Open Registration: This is open to the public as well as skaters who were not enrolled in the previous session
Pre-Registration: Can be done online. You will avoid waiting time during open registartion, but your spot in class won't be held until we receive your payment.
Skate Rental: Skate rental may be prepaid at the time of registration. Skates are also available for rental on a day-to-day basis
Half-Off Open Skate Pass: Enrolled LTS skaters receive half off any open skate during the entire session. The skater must present the pass to the front desk when paying for open skate. The pass will expire the last day of the LTS session
Refund Policy: Please be aware there is a no refund policy