Things to Remember
. Please remember to bring your cake, candles, plates, forks and matches
. No outside food/drinks permitted in the building
. Dress warm with long pants and a sweatshirt
. Helmets are recommended for beginner skaters

 

Group Ice Skating Lessons for Children

We also offer Group Skating Lessons for Adults.

Glacier Ice and Snow Arena offers a comprehensive group lesson program for skaters of all ages and abilities. With several different skill levels, skaters can be matched with others of similar ability while gradually improving their skating.

Group Figure Skating Lessons are a fun way to learn skating basics or improve your skills. Learn in an environment suited for your level and learn with individuals with a similar background. Single programs run for 8 weeks.

Group Skating Classes for Children

A nationally sanctioned program by the United States Figure Skating Association (U.S.F.S.A.). Students not only learn from their instructors but by watching their fellow students. Our lesson programs are for all ages and ability levels. Ages 4 and above.

Learn to Skate Programs - 8 Week Sessions

Snowplow Sam 1-3 (Age 3-6yrs) - Learn to Skate
This program is designed to help children between the ages of 3 to 6 develop coordination and strength on the ice. We make the classes fun as well as a great learning experience. We do require the children wear helmets. It is also important to wear warm clothes and gloves.
Session	Weeks	Start Date	Regular Fee	Level	Time
1	8	Call for dates	Call for pricing	3-5 Yrs.	Wed & Thur 4:10-4:50 pm Sat 12:40- 1:20pm
Class includes the following: Required equipment: . USFSA Accredited program  . 40 minute program lessons . Bonus skate at end of class . Badges awarded  . Helmet Other Information: - $25 admin fee on all refunds and credits - One make-up class per semester (made up by the 7th week of session)
Basic Skills 1-8
These different levels teach the fundamentals of skating to children 6 and above. The basics are extremely important when learning to skate. They will learn such things as skating backward, crossovers, edges and much, much more! Each class becomes more challenging as well as more enjoyable.
Session	Weeks	Start Date	Regular Fee	Level	Time
1	8	3/8/06	$119.95	3-5 Yrs.	Wed 6:40-7:20 pm
Freeskate 1-6
Once your child has passed the basic skills they may graduate into freeskate. They will begin to jump and spin and experience what figure skating is really about.
Session	Weeks	Start Date	Regular Fee	Level	Time
1	8	3/8/06	$119.95	3-5 Yrs.	Wed 6:40-7:20 pm
Hockey 1-5
Once your child has passed the Snowplow Sam 1-3 and the Basic Skills 1 they may begin their focus on hockey. This program is designed to teach the basic fundamentals of hockey in a group environment.
Session	Weeks	Start Date	Regular Fee	Level	Time
1	8	Call for dates	Call for pricing	3-5 Yrs.	Hky 1-2 Wed 4:10-4:50pm Saturdays 12:40- 1:20pm Hky 3-4 Thur 4:10- 4:50pm
Class includes the following: Required equipment: . USFSA Accredited program  . 40 minute program lessons . Bonus skate at end of class . Badges awarded . Hockey helmet/cage, stick & gloves . Hockey 3-5 must have full equipment Other Information: One make-up class per semester (made up by the 7th week of session)
Hockey 6
Once your child has passed the hockey 1-4 they are ready to go into our hockey 5-6. These classes are for the more advanced child ready to learn the skills necessary in game situations. They have full ice for each of these classes.
Session	Weeks	Start Date	Regular Fee	Level	Time
1	8	Call for dates	Call for pricing	3-5 Yrs.	Fridays 4:10 pm - 5:10 pm Hockey 5 Mini Mites
Class includes the following: Required equipment: . USA Hockey Accredited program  . 60 minute program lessons . Bonus skate at end of class . Badges awarded . Full equipment must be worn Other Information: One make-up class per semester (made up by the 7th week of session)

Classes: Depending on your skating level, classes consist of eight 40-minute lessons, and eight practice sessions (valid that day only).

Lesson Schedule: Lesson days are Wednesday, Thursday or Saturday. Lessons are scheduled mornings, afternoons and evenings according to ability level and age considerations.

Tests: Students are graded individually at the end of their eight weeks. Each student receives a graded test sheet for future reference and practice.

Professional Staff:
The professional instructors at Glacier Ice and Snow Arena are available for private as well as group lessons. Our professional teachers are members of the Professional Skaters Association. All of our staff instructors are highly qualified. Most have achieved their U.S.F.S.A. Gold Medals with P.S.A. Senior and Master ratings in figures and freestyle. Several were regional, sectional and National champions. Meet our coaches.

Watch your children gain confidence, self-esteem and better coordination during this positive experience. The U.S.F.S.A.'s lesson program has proven to be a valuable tool in teaching skaters of all ages.

Special Discount Offers

• Early registration discounts apply to full 8 week sessions only
• $ 10.00 early registration discount 7 days prior on Wed, Thur and Sat classes only
• $ 5.00 off for any additional family member (during the same semester)
• $ 5.00 credit for each new friend who joins an 8-week class
  (must sign up at the same time)
• 10% Discount in retail store for in stock items
• Early registration and other discounts may not be combined.

Program Costs

• One class per week for 8 weeks $119.95
• Two classes per week for 8 weeks $199.95
• Skate Rental for the 8 week session $ 16.00
• Annual Registration Fee $ 10.00
  Includes:
  • US Figure Skating accredited program
  • 8 40-minute group lessons
  • Badges awarded
  • 8 punch skating pass
• 4 week minimum sign up on all group lessons
• Stroking per class $ 5.00
• $ 25.00 administration fee charged on all refunds and credits