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Ice Skating Classes

 

 General Overview:  Our classes provide a unique experience in a fun and relaxed environment.  The Beginner (Level 1) and Intermediate (Level 2) Classes are designed to build on one another and are open to both Hockey and Figure Skaters.  Beyond this level, the Hockey (Level 3) and Advanced Figure Skating (Level 3) Classes provide specialized training unique to each discipline.  Please note that Skates are required.  Rental skates will not be provided.

If you are not sure which class would suit your skating skill level or have questions about where to purchase or sharpen skates, please contact Maggie Brothers at magsbros1@mac.com 

Skating Schedule:

Spring Session:  February 4 – March 15, 2013 (Classes will be held on Monday Feb. 18 – Presidents’ Day)Registration:  Skating claesses are currently in session & registration is closed.

lass Fees: all classes meet for 1 hour per week for the exception of the Advanced Figure Skating Class Section F1 which meets 30 minutes per week.       

Fees for One-hour classes (Sections B1, B2, B3, A1, A2, A3, F2, H1):       

                                $32 Students

                                $45 Nonstudents

                Fees for Thirty-minute class (Advanced Figure Skating Section F1):

                                $21 Students

                                $27 Nonstudents

Refund Policy: Credits toward a future session will be granted at the discretion of the Malkin Athletic Center Management, prior to the registration deadline of  2/6/13.

Beginner Classes (Level 1):  This class is designed to develop basic strength and coordination.  Skaters will learn forward and backward skating skills, turning, and stopping.  The focus of this class is to comfortably build a foundation upon which skaters can move on to the Intermediate Classes (Level 2).

                Section B1:

                                Class Time:  Mondays, 8:00am-9:00am

                                Class Size Limit:  10 skaters 

                                Instructor:  Ishani Premaratne

                Section B2: 

                                Class Time:  Wednesdays, 8:00am-9:00am

                                Class Size Limit:  10 skaters

                                Instructor:  Jessica Gingold     

Intermediate Classes (Level 2):  This class is designed to build upon the skills acquired in the Beginner class (Level 1).  Skaters will learn forward & backward crossovers, edges on a circle, turning on one foot, and beginning patterns of US Figure Skating’s “Moves In the Field”. The focus in this class is to increase the edge quality and control.  Prerequisite: completion of Beginner (Level 1) or similar class.

                Section A1: 

                                Class Time: Mondays, 8:00am-9:00am

                                Class Size Limit:  10 skaters 

                                Instructor:  Inesha Premaratne

                Section A2: 

                                Class Time:  Wednesdays, 8:00am-9:00am

                                Class Size Limit:  10 skaters

                                Instructor:  Maggie Brothers           

Advanced Figure Skating Class (Level 3): This class is designed to introduce the beginning patterns in U.S. Figure Skating’s “Moves In The Field”.  Skaters can expect to also learn basic jumping and spinning techniques.  The focus of this class will be edge control and power.

Prerequisite:  Completion or current enrollment in Intermediate (Level 2) Class.   

                Section F1: 

                                Class Time:  Wednesdays, 9:00am-9:30am 

                                Class Size Limit:  20 skaters

                                Instructor:  Maggie Brothers

                Section F2: 

                                Class Time:  Fridays, 8:30am-9:30am

                                Class Size Limit:  20 skaters

                                Instructor:  Inesha Premaratne

Hockey Class (Level 3): This class is geared toward skaters who already have a solid skating foundation.  Skaters should be comfortable working on forward and backward crossovers.  The focus of this class will be improving edge quality and control while increasing balance, coordination, and agility. 

Prerequisite:  Completion or current enrollment in Intermediate (Level 2) Class.

                Section H1: 

                                Class Time:  Fridays, 8:00am-9:00am

                                Class Size Limit:  10 skaters

                                Instructor:  Maggie Brothers