Basic 1-6
Basic Skills teaches the FUNdamentals of ice skating and provides the best foundation for figure skating and ice dancing. 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. All classes will be well-structured with the focus on proper skill development taught in a positive, FUN, and social environment. Skaters will progress at their own rate and advance after skill mastery is demonstrated.
Discover, Learn and Play – Basic 1 and 2: These introductory levels allow new skaters with no prior skating experience to build confidence while learning to skate.
FUNdamentals – Basic 3–6: These levels develop all of the fundamental skating skills on the ice. Focus is on learning the ABCs of basic athleticism: agility, balance, coordination and speed. Upon completion of these levels, skaters will be able to confidently advance to more specialized areas of skating.
Off-ice orientation for Basic 1 skaters:
• Equipment check: proper fit and lacing of skates, appropriate attire for safety and helmets are recommended
• Practice falling and recovery, marching in place, dips and one-foot balances in skates
