Ice skating is a great way to have fun while staying physically fit. Our Learn to Skate program offers a range of classes that suits everyone’s needs from ages 3 to adult. The program is a stepping stone to prepare skating skills for hockey, freestyle skating, and recreational.
Class Details: 30 minute class + 30 minute practice, once a week for 6 weeks
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 1-5: 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 area
Session Details:
SPRING 1: March 29 - May 27, 2017 (No Classes April 5 - 9, 26 - 29 & May 3-6) 6-WEEK PROGRAM
Wednesday/Friday Class Time: 10 - 11 AM, 1 - 2 PM, 4 - 6 PM
Saturday Class Time: 10:30 AM - 1 PM
Current Student Priority Registration: March 15-18 • Open/Online Registration: March 18 at 1:15pm • Phone-In Registration: March 21 at 10 am
**Early Bird Discount ends Monday, March 27 at 11:59 pm
SPRING 2: May 31 - July 8, 2017 6-WEEK PROGRAM
Wednesday/Friday Class Time: 10 - 11 AM, 1 - 2 PM, 4 - 6 PM
Saturday Class Time: 10:30 AM - 1 PM
Current Student Priority Registration: May 17-20 • Open/Online Registration: May 20 at 1:15pm • Phone-In Registration: May 23 at 10 am
**Early Bird Discount ends Monday, May 29 at 11:59 pm
SUMMER: July 12 - August 26, 2017 (no classes August 16-19) 6-WEEK PROGRAM
Wednesday/Friday Class Time: 10 - 11 AM, 1 - 2 PM, 4 - 6 PM
Saturday Class Time: 10:30 AM - 1 PM
Current Student Priority Registration: June 28- July 1 • Open/Online Registration: July 1 at 1:15pm • Phone-In Registration: July 5 at 10 am
**Early Bird Discount ends Monday, July 10 at 11:59 pm
Full class offerings and prices available on www.onyxicearena.com and you can also refer to the Learn to Skate brochure for more information.
Onyx Rochester Ice Arena “Skate to a brighter future”
Learn to Skate Director: Daniel Palmeri, dpalmeri@suburbanice.com
52999 Dequindre Rd
Rochester, MI 48307
248-601-6699
