Designed by the United States Figure Skating Association (USFSA), this is a beginning ice skating program that is fun, challenging and rewarding. Students are encouraged to bring their own skates, or skate rentals are available for $3 per rental. Single blades required for all skaters. Helmets recommended, especially for young skaters. Classes held at Red Baron Arena & Expo.
Basic Skills 1 - 6: The "Basic Skills" are the fundamentals of the sport. These six levels introduce fundamental moves - forward skating, backward skating, stops, crossovers, turns, edges, etc.
The annual spring ice show will be March 2, 2024 with performances at 1:30 and 7:00 p.m. Any skater in Basic 2 or higher must sign up for BOTH Fall and Spring Learn-to-Skate sessions to participate in the show. If you have any questions about the ice show, please call Jodi Schreurs at 507-829-1606. Practices begin in February, with practice information distributed during lessons in January. Ice Show registrations for Basic 1 and Preschool will be taken in January 2024.