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LEARN TO SKATE PROGRAMS

There's no doubt about it, zooming around on the ice is a fantastic way to embrace winter and get some exercise at the same time.  It is a lifelong activity that provides many positive benefits, so why not learn how to skate?

The Skate School at Seven Bridges offers multiple programs for people with a desire to master the skill of ice skating.  We have developed a world-class program that provides all participants a positive atmosphere to achieve their goals, whether they are to simply learn to ice skate for fun, or to become a hockey player/figure skater.

Our instructional staff are trained professionals with a passion for ice sports.  Their infectious attitude will give beginners a needed comfort level to succeed, while keeping each class fun and rewarding.

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Objectives:

• To provide a fun and safe skating experience for the beginner as well as the more advanced skater
• To teach correct technique of the simple basic elements
• To promote health and physical fitness
• To enable all participants to achieve the skills necessary to either skate for fun, or to move into our Learn to Play Hockey program or Figure Skating program.

Program Benefits:

• 10 - 30 minute practice sessions included in cost. (See times below)
• Controlled student to teacher ratio
• Parent Discount: Parents of registered students may take an Adult class at 50% off (To get the discount Parents must register in person)
• Skate rental available at the rink
• Classes with less than 8 students may be combined

Practice times for registered Skating Academy students:​

• Thursday 9:30am-9:45am
• Friday 6:20pm-6:40pm
• Saturday 9:40am-10:10am
• Saturday 11:30am-11:50am​

FALL 1
​7 Weeks
8/20/20-10/10/20
(No class 9/3-5)
REGISTRATION OPENS 7/20/2020
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FALL 2
​7 Weeks
10/15-12/19
(No class 11/5-7,11/26-28,12/3-5)
REGISTRATION OPENS 9/14/2020

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Make-Up Classes:
Classes missed may be made up on any day and time that the skaters current level is offered. No prior notification is necessary.  On the day you are making up please check in at the information table to obtain a makeup sticker. All Make- ups must be made up in the same session. No make- ups will cross over to the next session. No make-ups on the first week of a new session.

​For more information on any of our skating programs, please don't hesitate to contact the program director directly.
PROGRAM DIRECTOR:
Mary Collins
​630-271-4400
mary@sevenbridgesicearena.com  

Learn to Skate USA Membership:
Our academy is built around the Learn To Skate USA model.  And all skaters enrolling in our Basic 2 or higher programs are required to register with Learn to  Skate USA.  It is an annual July through June membership that assures you:

• Are a member of the best skating program endorsed by U.S. Figure Skating, USA Hockey and US speedskating.
• Gain great information to make sure your first glides on ice are successful ones.
• Access full listings of where to sign up for skating classes.
• Receive a Welcome Packet in the mail, which includes a subscription to Learn To Skate USA The Magazine valued at $3 (allow 2-4 weeks for delivery)
• Receive secondary sport accident insurance
• Participate in lessons, performances, competitions, and all activities associated with Learn to Skate USA.

Note that there is an annual membership that is valid at July 1,2020 - June 30,2021. Registration and the membership fee is paid at www.learntoskateusa.com.

Fun Fact...

All Skating Classes include FREE Admission to Public Skate
and Stick & Puck Sessions while student is enrolled in class.

PUBLIC SKATE INFO

STICK & PUCK INFO

PARENT AND TOT [AGES 3 TO 5]

​The Parent/Tot class is a great way to introduce your tot to the ice all while being able to skate with them! They will learn to stand and support themselves on the ice, fall down and get back up, and march through fun games and activities.

Registration opens 7/20/2020

FALL 1

8/20/20-10/10/20
(No class 9/3-5)

​SATURDAY CLASS
10:10AM-10:40AM

Registration opens 9/14/2020

FALL 2

10/15-12/19
(No class 11/5-7,11/26-28,12/3-5)

​SATURDAY CLASS
10:10AM-10:40AM

REGISTRATION

PROGRAM FEE:
Summer: $97.00
​Fall:170.00

PROGRAM REGISTRATION

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TOTS [AGES 4 TO 5]

Tot's is an introductory class designed for children ages 4 -5 with no prior skating experience to build confidence while learning the basic skills of skating.  These classes are designed to help children develop the ABCs of movement – Agility, Balance, Coordination and speed.  

Registration opens 7/20/2020

FALL 1

8/20/20-10/10/20
(No class 9/3-5)
THURSDAY CLASSES
9:45-10:15AM

FRIDAY CLASS 
5:40pm to 6:10pm

SATURDAY CLASS
10:10am to 10:40am
10:50am to 11:20am
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Registration opens  9/14/2020

FALL 2

10/15-12/19
(No class 11/5-7,11/26-28,12/3-5)

THURSDAY CLASSES
9:45-10:15AM

FRIDAY CLASS 
5:40pm to 6:10pm

SATURDAY CLASS
10:10am to 10:40am
10:50am to 11:20am
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REGISTRATION

PROGRAM FEE:
Summer:$87.00
​Fall: $152

PROGRAM REGISTRATION

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BASIC 1 SKILLS [AGES 6 TO 12]

The Basic Skills levels are introductory classes for children between the ages 6 through 12 with little to no prior skating experience.  These levels teach the fundamentals of skating and provide the best foundation for figure skating and hockey.  Skaters will learn and master forward and backward skating, stops, edges, crossovers and turns.  

​All classes are well structured with the focus on proper skill development and mastery through professional instruction in a fun, safe, social and positive environment.

Registration opens 7/20/2020

FALL 1

8/20/20-10/10/20
(No class 9/3-5)

​FRIDAY CLASS
5:40pm to 6:20pm

SATURDAY CLASS
10:10am to 10:50am

SATURDAY CLASS
10:50am to 11:30am
​* Basic 1-3 only

Registration opens 9/14/2020

FALL 2

10/15-12/19
(No class 11/5-7,11/26-28,12/3-5)

​FRIDAY CLASS
5:40pm to 6:20pm

SATURDAY CLASS
10:10am to 10:50am

SATURDAY CLASS
10:50am to 11:30am
​* Basic 1-3 only

REGISTRATION

PROGRAM FEE:
Summer: $97.00
​Fall:170.00

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​Intro to Theater on Ice

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Skaters are introduced to expression, performance basics, choreography and have a LOT of fun!
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BASIC 2-6 SKILLS [AGES 6 TO 12]

Skaters will learn and master forward and backward skating, stops, edges, crossovers and turns throughout these levels. These levels are the fundamentals for skaters to advance to spins and jumps.

• All Basic 2-6 classes require Learn to Skate USA annual membership which can be obtained here.

Basic 2 – Participant must have passed Basic 1
Basic 3 – Participant must have passed Basic 2
Basic 4 – Participant must have passed Basic 3
Basic 5 – Participant must have passed Basic 4
Basic 6 – Participant must have passed Basic 5

Registration opens 7/20/2020

FALL 1

8/20/20-10/10/20
(No class 9/3-5)
​​FRIDAY CLASS
5:40pm to 6:20pm

SATURDAY CLASS
10:10am to 10:50am

SATURDAY CLASS
10:50am to 11:30am
​* Basic 1-3 only
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Registration opens 9/14/2020

FALL 2

10/15-12/19
(No class 11/5-7,11/26-28,12/3-5)
​​FRIDAY CLASS
5:40pm to 6:20pm

SATURDAY CLASS
10:10am to 10:50am

SATURDAY CLASS
10:50am to 11:30am
​* Basic 1-3 only
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REGISTRATION

PROGRAM FEE:
Summer: $97.00
​Fall:170.00

PROGRAM REGISTRATION

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 INTRO TO THEATER ON ICE

​Introduction to theater on ice is a 40 minute class open to Basic 4 and above. The skaters will be introduced to expression, performance basics, choreography and a lot of fun!  They will learn how to tell a story through dance and movement on ice. 

• ​Participant must have passed Basic 3
• All participants are required to have a Learn to Skate USA annual membership which can be obtained here.
  
  

Registration opens 7/20/2020

FALL 1

8/20/20-10/10/20
(No class 9/3-5)

​​SATURDAY CLASS
9:00am to 9:40am
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Registration opens 7/20/2020

FALL 2

10/15-12/19
(No class 11/5-7,11/26-28,12/3-5)

​​SATURDAY CLASS
9:00am to 9:40am

REGISTRATION

PROGRAM FEE:
 Summer:$80.00
​Fall:$140.00

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FREESKATE 

​The Freeskate levels introduce skaters to jumps, spins and advanced beginner skating skills and transitions that figure skaters use when they compete.  Professional instructors break down each skill and teach the skaters the foundation of proper jump and spin technique, as well as strong skating and edge skills in a safe and educational group setting.

• Participant must have passed Basic 6
• All participants are required to have a Learn to Skate USA annual membership which can be obtained here.

Registration opens 7/20/2020

FALL 1

8/20/20-10/10/20
(No class 9/3-5)

​FRIDAY CLASS
6:40pm to 7:20pm

SATURDAY CLASS
9:00am to 9:40am
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Registration opens 9/14/2020

FALL 2

10/15-12/19
(No class 11/5-7,11/26-28,12/3-5)

​FRIDAY CLASS
6:40pm to 7:20pm

SATURDAY CLASS
9:00am to 9:40am

REGISTRATION

PROGRAM FEE:
Summer: $97.00
​Fall:170.00

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TEEN & ADULT CLASS [AGES 13+]

​Seven Bridges Ice Arena offers Adult skating classes as a part of our Skate School.  The Adult class is “at your own pace” and is perfect for beginners, continuing adult skaters or skaters who are returning to the ice after years of hiatus. 

• All participants are required to have a Learn to Skate USA annual membership which can be obtained here.

Registration opens7/20/2020

FALL 1

8/20/20-10/10/20
(No class 9/3-5)

THURSDAY CLASS 
9:45am to 10:25am

FRIDAY CLASS
5:40pm to 6:20pm

SATURDAY CLASS
10:10am to 10:50am

​​SATURDAY CLASS
10:50am to 11:30am

Registration opens7/20/2020

FALL 1

10/15-12/19
(No class 11/5-7,11/26-28,12/3-5)
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THURSDAY CLASS 
9:45am to 10:25am

FRIDAY CLASS
5:40pm to 6:20pm

SATURDAY CLASS
10:10am to 10:50am

​​SATURDAY CLASS
10:50am to 11:30am

 

REGISTRATION

PROGRAM FEE:
 Summer: $97.00
​Fall:170.00

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THERAPEUTIC [AGES 6 AND OLDER]

Therapeutic Skating is designed to help physically or developmentally challenged skaters develop skills and enhance their skating experience by allowing them to reach obtainable objectives while working toward one long-term goal.

Registration open

FALL 1​

8/20/20-10/10/20
(No class 9/3-5)
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SATURDAY CLASS
10:10am to 10:40am​
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Registration opens 9/14/2020

FALL 2

10/15-12/19
(No class 11/5-7,11/26-28,12/3-5)
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SATURDAY CLASS
10:10am to 10:40am

REGISTRATION

PROGRAM FEE:  $88.00
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POWER

This class will focus on the basics, edge control with speed, power and stamina for skaters that are in pre-freeskate through Intermediated .   

• All participants are required to have a Learn to Skate USA annual membership which can be obtained here.

Registration opens 8/7/2020

FALL 1

8/20/20-10/10/20
(No class 9/3-5)
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SATURDAY CLASS
8:20am to 8:50am​
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Registration opens 9/14/2020

​FALL 2

10/15-12/19
(No class 11/5-7,11/26-28,12/3-5)

​SATURDAY CLASS
8:20am to 8:50am​
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REGISTRATION

PROGRAM FEE:
7 weeks
​Fall 1:$140

PROGRAM REGISTRATION

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