Learn to Skate
LEARN 2 SKATE - SKATING SCHOOL
Kroc Center Ice offers Skating School classes for kids, beginners, adults, and aspiring hockey players! Many classes are offered 4 times a week, so learning to ice skate on a busy schedule is easy. Current Skating School students get unlimited, free access to all public ice skating sessions and free skate rental.
Classes are 30-minutes each, one class per week, 8 classes per session. Classes include FREE Public Skating, FREE skate rental, progress report & graduation certificate. Our curriculum is based on the Ice Skating Institute’s “We Skate” program and is taught as the ISI intended.
If you have any questions don’t hesitate to contact: Shaun Rodman - Ice Skating Manager
Phone: 619.269.1484
Email: shaun.rodman@usw.salvationarmy.org
Kroc Skating School Class Schedule July-August 2010
- Days/Times: See Ice Arena Skating School Class flyer below
- Session Fee: $88 for 8 classes (unless otherwise noted)
Summer Workshop!…..Commit to becoming a better skater!
July 27, 29 and August 3, 5, 10, 12
Tuesdays & Thursdays!
10.5 hours of instruction!
Workshop #1 Alpha - Delta skaters 5:45 - 7:30pm
Workshop #2 Freestyle level skaters 6:15 - 8:00pm
Learn technical skills, artistic skating, couples skating, ice dancing, synchronized skating,
interpretive, spotlight, stroking, figures, and the new Moves in the Field!
Space is limited!
Kroc Skating School Students - $99
Tips
Here are a few tips to help you better enjoy your class experience:
- Be on time! Doors close 15 minutes after classes have begun.
- We recommend gloves and warm clothing.
- Younger children are easily distracted, especially by their parents. Help them focus, stay out of sight.
- Skates should be tight but still comfortable.
- Be realistic about your abilities and goals. Don’t compare yourself to other skaters.
- Focus on acquiring skills, not class placement.
- Practice, Practice, Practice! Remember Public Skating is FREE to current students.
- Don’t miss a class! There are no make ups, so don’t miss a class.
Class Structure
Below is our Skating School class structure:
Week 1 Evaluation & Introduction
Instructors will evaluate students and ensure you are in the correct class for your skill level. Instructors will introduce all the moves you will be learning in the several classes to come.
Week 3 & 5 Quiz
Your instructor will quiz you on a few maneuvers you’ve learned and let you know how you are doing.
Week 7/8 Progress Report - No Make Ups during Week 8 classes
You will be tested on each maneuver you’ve learned and receive a progress report. Students who are ready to move onto the next level will receive a certificate.
Learn to Skate Class Curriculum
Curriculum Beginning Skate thru Delta
BEGINNER Ice Skating classes
Parent & Me
Ages 3-6 with Parent
Toddlers will learn with assistance and on-ice encouragement of a parent. This class introduces the basics of ice skating to young children through fun and games. Fee includes both parent and child.
Tiny Tots
Ages 3 & 4
For toddlers who no longer require parental assistance, this class introduces ice skating basics such as falling, getting up, marching, using fun and games designed by our instructors. Age appropriate, ice skating games keep toddlers involved but still learning.
Kinder
Ages 5 & 6
Developed for kindergarteners, this class uses a fun approach to teaching skating fundamentals. Children will master basics such as T Position and Push and Glide Stroking while also preparing for more involved maneuvers.
Beginning Skate
Ages 6-13
Introduces the young skater to the basics of ice skating. Skaters will learn amongst their peers to become proficient in ice skating fundamentals, leaving this class with confidence, ready to move into either figure skating or hockey. This class full fills the pre-requisite to move onto Pre Alpha or Hockey Skating 1.
Beginning Skate is the pre-requisite for skaters interested in Hockey Skating and Learn to Play Hockey/”Rookies”.
FIGURE SKATING classes
Ages 6-13
Our Skating School offers the entire range of figure skating classes. Class curriculums closely follow the Ice Skating Institute’s “We Skate” program and are taught as the ISI intended. All classes are taught by Professional ISI Certified instructors. Once the student completes Beginning Skate they will progress through the classes below;
Pre Alpha
Alpha
Beta
Gamma
Delta
Freestyle 1-5
HOME SCHOOL classes
Ages 6-13
A curriculum developed for charter school and home school students based on the ISI’s “We Skate” program.
Home School class curriculums are combinations of our Skating School classes. Home School classes are not offered during the summer session.
Home School 1 (Beginning Skate + Pre-Alpha)
Home School 2 (Alpha + Beta)
Home School 3 (Gamma + Delta)
Home School 4 (Freestyle)
SPECIALTY CLASSES
Click on the Skating School flyer at the top of this page for current Specialty classes.
ADULT SKATING CLASSES
Ages 14 and over
Adult Beginning Skate
Adults learn alongside mature skaters with similar interests! This class will introduces the basic fundamentals of ice skating.
Adult Intermediate/Advanced Skate
For the adult skater who has a background in figure skating, this class focuses on spins and edges.
Adult Jump & Spin
Skills taught include double Sal chow, double toe loop, and double loop. Prerequisite: Skater must already be able to land an axel jump.
ICE HOCKEY SKATING CLASSES
Interested in playing ice hockey…learning to ice skate would be the place to start. We encourage all new skaters to start in Beginning Skate class, once completed the student will move onto Hockey 1 and then onto Rookies. Skating is the core skill in hockey and is emphasized in all our hockey programs.
Classes are 30-minutes each, 8 classes per session, one class per week, unless otherwise noted. Trained and certified USA Hockey coaches instruct each class. Equipment required: An HECC approved/certified hockey helmet with a full-face mask, skates, shin pads, elbow pads, gloves, and a stick.
- Day/Time: See Ice Arena Skating School and Hockey Class Schedule
- Sessions:
- Session Fee: $84 Members, $88 Guests
Hockey Skating 1
Student must have completed Beginning Skate or equivalent class.
Ages 6-13
Introduces hockey skating fundamentals.
Hockey Skating 2
Ages 6-13
Designed for the novice ice hockey player. Builds on fundamental hockey skills.
Adult Hockey Skating Class
Ages 14 and over
Designed to teach hockey skating fundamentals to adults. Great for those aspiring to play ice hockey or looking for a new form of exercise.
ICE HOCKEY LEARN TO PLAY PROGRAM / “ROOKIES”
Rookies 1 & 2 - Youth Hockey Learn to Play
Ages 6-13
Student must have completed Beginning Skate or equivalent class. Becoming a San Diego Saints Rookie means you are serious about learning to play hockey. Building on fundamental hockey skating skills, learn how to play the game and participate in Skills Clinics alongside current Saints Youth Hockey Players. All Rookies get unlimited FREE Public Skating while enrolled.
- Day/Time: See Skating School Schedule
- Rookies Session Fee: $160/Members & Guests (2 classes per week)
Adult Rookies - Adult Hockey Learn to Play
Ages 18+
Interested in learning to play ice hockey? Our “Adult Rookies” class is just for you! Check out the Adult Hockey page for more info!
- Day/Time: Wednesdays 8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
- Fee: $20 / single class OR $72 / 4 class pass (includes 8 public ice skating passes)