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Learn to Skate

About the Program

The Panthers IceDen is proud to offer Learn to Skate USA classes which are endorsed by U.S. Figure Skating, USA Hockey, USA Speed skating and the Special Olympics curriculum.
 
Basic Skills teaches the FUNdamentals of ice skating and provides the best foundation for figure skating and hockey. 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.
 

A Learn to Skate USA registration is included in your Skate School registration fees, this annual membership is required for all Learn to Skate classes.

NOTES FOR FEBRUARY

ALL skaters must have a wristband to be allowed on the ice.

Anyone without the correct colored wristband will be removed from the ice. To get a wristband please check in at skate rental upon arrival. If you are not registered, or you registered less than 2 hours before class you will not be "on the list". If you are not on the list you will not be given a wristband without a receipt. You can get a receipt from the front office.

FEBRUARY REGISTRATION

 

Classes start February 7th, 2023

 

No classes on 2/2 & 2/4

NO HOCKEY CLASSES SATURDAY 2/25

READY TO REGISTER?

JUST GETTING STARTED?

Every Journey starts at the beginning…
Register for either Snowplow Sam 1 (6 & under) or Basic 1 (7+)
From there we will move your skater to the appropriate class for their skill level when they are ready

Need an Evaluation?

Just register for Basic 1 and we'll move you to the correct level from there.

If you're looking to join Hockey Academy then also register for Basic 1, from there we'll move you through the Hockey curriculum and get you into Hockey Academy as quickly as possible

CLASSES

JANUARY 2023

CLASS TIMES

 

Snowplow Sam 1 - 4 | Hockey 1 & 2 | Adult

Tuesdays & Thursdays 5:15pm - 5:45pm
Saturdays 10:30am-11:00am
Helmets are Required (Not Provided) for all of the above
 
Basic 1 - 4  &  Hockey 3 - 4* 
Tuesdays & Thursdays 5:45pm - 6:15pm
Saturdays 11:00am - 11:30am
*Helmet Required for Basic 1, Hockey 3 & 4
 

Basic 5 & 6  |  Pre-Freeskate - Freeskate 6

Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:15pm - 6:45pm
Saturdays 11:30am - 12:00pm

PRICING

$29 Annual Registration Fee Required
***valid through June 30th, 2023***
 
Our program is on a month-to-month basis. Choose how many passes you'd like per month and come to the correct class on any class day you choose until you run out of passes. Passes do not roll over to the next month so be sure to use them all!
 
 
 4 classes per calendar month $90
8 classes per calendar month $125
Unlimited classes per calendar month $180
Drop-ins lesson: $30
Prices do not include tax.
 
Classes expire at the end of each month
No Make-Up Classes, No Refunds!
Sibling Discount of 10% off Second Child or Parent
 amount taken off lesser value.
Prices are per person and cannot be shared

MASKS ARE PREFERRED!

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EXPLANATION OF CLASSES

SNOWPLOW SAM

Designed for kids under six to build confidence while learning to skate incorporating fun and games making class time an enjoyable experience for all.

BASIC SKILLS

Designed for kids seven and older.  These lessons put the FUN in fundamentals as your skaters enjoy learning the basics of ice skating.

FREE SKATE

Each Free Skate level is divided into three sections: skating skills, spins and jumps. The levels are designed to give skaters a strong foundation and it is at this point the skater can choose to pursue a recreational or competitive approach to the sport of figure.
 

ADULTS

The adult curriculum is designed for both beginning and experienced adult skaters who wish to improve their skating skills. The program will help promote physical fitness and improve balance and coordination while teaching proper techniques.

HOCKEY 1-4

In the hockey program, skaters learn how to be proficient and agile on the ice. Designed to teach proper techniques for the game of hockey are the primary focus. All elements are taught without a puck. Learning  basic hockey stance, stride, knee bend, and other necessary fundamentals to be successful.

CONTACT

MARTIN FORREST

FIGURE DIRECTOR

Phone: 954-835-8519