WRFSC Learn To Skate

Program offered by the York City Ice Arena - Staffed by coaches from the White Rose FSC

Group lessons offer an excellent introduction to skating and provide a foundation for fun that will last a lifetime. This is an ISI (Ice Skating Institute) standardized Learn to Skate Program.

Appropriate for ages 3 and up and all levels of ability.

Saturdays from 11:15am-12:45pm or Wednesdays from 5:15pm-6:45pm

• Half-hour lesson and one-hour practice for each participant
• Skate rental is available at no extra charge.
• Certificates are awarded upon completion of each level.
• Badges are available for those who become members of ISI (Ice Skating Institute)
• Optional Annual ISI Membership for $13.00

Lessons are taught by The York City Ice Arena Skating Director Elsa Swenning and skating instructors from The White Rose Figure Skating Club.

ISI Skating Levels:
Tots - Ages 3-5, Students learn to feel comfortable on the ice, to stand and fall properly.
Pre-Alpha (Beginner) - For skaters who walk on skates. Teaches gliding and balancing on each foot.
Alpha (Advanced Beginner) - Forward stroking, forward crossovers, and snowplow stop.
Beta (Intermediate) - Backward stroking, backward crossovers, and T stop.
Gamma (Advanced Intermediate) - Outside forward 3 turns, mohawk, and hockey stop.
Delta (Advanced) - Inside forward 3 turns, forward edges, lunge, and bunny hops.
Freestyle I - Basic spins, jumps, and footwork.

Learn to Skate 2007 Schedule:

Session 3: $80 for 8 Weeks
Wednesdays: Jan 9 - Feb 27
Saturdays: Jan 5 - Feb 23

To Register: please call the Ice Arena at 717.848.1084 or stop by to fill out a registration form.

Learn to Skate Gift Certificates - $80.00 for an 8-Week Session
How often can you give someone a life-long skill as a gift. Perfect for the aspiring figure skater, hockey player or for someone who wants to have fun learning a new activity!

All participants must register, pay and sign the waiver before the first class.