Skating Classes

2023-24 Skating Classes beginning January 6th, 2024

Please register for classes by emailing us at npicerink@gmail.com or by the QR code below:

 

Learn to skate in a safe, fun, and challenging environment. Our ice skating programs for beginners teach skaters of all ages how to master the basics of ice skating, while providing a solid foundation for figure skating and hockey sports.

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Learn to Skate Class Options

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Preschool Beginner

Age 4 to 6 as of the start of the class.

» Tot 1

This class is for a newer skater or a skater with little skating experience.

The following skills will be mastered during this class

  • Proper way to fall
  • Proper way to get up (unassisted)
  • Balance on two feet
  • Marching
  • Dip in Place
  • Two foot glide

» Tot 2

Must have passed Tot 1 to register for this class

The following skills will be mastered during this class

  • Forward skating
  • Two foot glide
  • Single forward swizzle
  • Dip while moving
  • Backward skating

Youth & Adult Beginner

For ages 7 and up, as of the start of the class.

 

»  Beginner 1

This class is for a new skater or a skater with little skating experience

The following skills will be mastered in this class

  • Proper way to fall
  • Proper way to get up
  • Two foot glide
  • Forward skating
  • Single forward swizzle
  • Dip while moving
  • Backward skating

 

»  Beginner 2

Must have passed Beginner 1 or Tot 2 to register for this class

The following skills will be mastered during this class

  • One foot glide, left foot
  • One foot glide, right foot
  • One backward swizzle
  • Rocking horse
  • Two foot hop
  • Prep for snowplow stop

Learning to skate is the first step towards becoming a figure skater. When you’re ready to continue your journey with figure skating, check out our advanced skating options.

Ready to move on the the next level in your hockey game? Check out our Intro to Hockey classes.

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Hockey Skating

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6 Week Class

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