Skating Programs



"Skate With U.S." Basic Skills Program

Designed by The United States Figure Skating Association (USFSA), the basic skills program is an eight track learn to skate program teaching the fundamentals of ice skating to all ages and abilities.

Beginning skaters start with the Snowplow Sam levels (1-3) where they develop preliminary coordination and strength necessary to maneuver on the ice. The "Basic Skills" (Basic 1-8) levels are the fundamentals of the sport. These eight levels of the program introduce the fundamental moves such as forward skating, backward skating, stops, edges, crossovers, turns and mohawks. Upon completion of the Basic 1-8 levels, skaters will have the basic knowledge of the sport enabling them to advance to the more specialized areas of skating.

As skaters complete each level, they receive an attractive certificate signifying their accomplishment.

Cost of this 9 week program is $95.00.  Sessions are typically held on Sundays 11:00am - 12:30pm.  Each session consists of a twenty minute group lesson from a USFSA instructor with the remaining time being supervised practice. Rental skates are available to your child during each session at no cost if needed. Helmets are recommended.


Private Ice Skating Lessons

Skaters can receive one on one private lessons with a USFSA instructor. Please call (315) 764-0684 for rates and available times.

 

Figure Skating Schools

The St. Lawrence Centre Arena conducts a Spring Figure Skating School sponsored by the Massena Figure Skating Club followed by a USFSA test session.  Participants must have successfully completed the Basic 8 program prior to enrollment.  Spring Figure Skating School will be held from April 22 to May 31, 2008, on Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday.  The cost is $225 per person.

From June 30 to August 8 the St. Lawrence Centre Arena will hold a Summer Figure Skating session on Monday and Friday from 9:30 - 11:30am.  There will not be a test session held for this program.  The cost is $150 per person.  Space is limited and fills quickly.  Please call (315) 764-0684 for more information about reserving a spot.

 

Open Freestyle

The St. Lawrence Centre Arena conducts Open Freestyle Sessions throughout the year. These sessions are for advanced skaters who have finished Basic Levels 1-8 and are current USFSA members. Call (315) 764-0684 for times.




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