Learn to Skate Programs
The Learn-to-Skate programs are designed by U.S. Figure Skating to be the best beginning ice skating program that serves the needs of both the recreational and competitive skater.
The curriculum is designed to keep skaters enthusiastic about learning from the time they begin lessons until the time they reach their goals.
Whether their goal is to achieve Olympic fame or simply enjoy the recreational benefits of skating, the Basic Skills Program is the place to start!
» Basic Skills Learn to Skate Group Lessons
The Basic Skills course is intended for ages 4 and up and meets once a week, consisting of 40 minutes of instructional skating and 10 minutes of practice time on the ice.
» Hockey Learn to Skate
The Hockey curriculum is designed to teach the fundamentals of hockey skating. Skaters will learn the necessary fundamentals to be successful in game situations. All elements will be taught without a stick and a puck as proper skating techniques are the primary focus of the levels.
» Home School Learn to Skate
Participants in this program can skate the public skate immediately following their class for FREE! (skaters under the age of 6 must be accompanied by an adult for public skate time)
» Skating for Tots
A fun and recreational program for children (3-5 years old) to learn the basics of ice skating.
» Juniors Program
Juniors is a program is a program designed to help a skater advance through skating levels at a faster pace by supplementing their training with a class that combines a full ice warm-up, rotating stations that focus on different aspects of skating (jumps, spins, artistry, edges, etc), and music interpretation.
» "Compete with Us" Program
Compete with us is a 60 minute supervised session where skaters will learn a program based on their level. After one session, a skater will be able to compete in any US Basic Skills Compete with Us competition with the program they learn in class. During a session skaters will learn a program based on the last level they have passed, learn how to practice properly on a session, learn the rules of a freestyle session, and how to train and prepare for a competition or show. Classes will also include end of session exhibitions with video so skaters can see their progress.
For More Information:
Contact Co-Director Tiesha DiMaggio (sk8champions@yahoo.com / 860.608.0855 ) or Co-Director Kathleen Genovese at the LTS Office (860.632.0323 x26)
