Welcome to Learn to Skate!

The Learn to Skate Program at IceWorks is part of Learn to Skate USA is endorsed by US Figure Skating/USA Hockey and US Speed Skating and Special Olympics. The program is designed to provide a fun and positive experience that will instill a lifelong love of skating. Classes are offered for Tots thru Adults, Basic Hockey and Intro to Theatre on Ice.

IceWorks Learn to Skate Program includes six 30 minute on ice professionally instructed group lessons, Learn to Skate USA membership for the season, FREE skate rental for lessons, (6) Public Skate Passes (including skate rental), (1) 10% off coupon towards skates in the IceWorks Pro Shop, and patches upon completion of levels. COST: $165.00 / 6 Class Sessions

Basic Hockey

This program is offered within our Learn to Skate Program to develop the fundamental skills needed for Basic Hockey. This will include starts, stops, forward and backward skating, turns and transitions. (No pucks) This is a requirement for advancing to Learn to Play Hockey. An evaluation by our professional coaching staff will determine the ability of skaters to move into the Learn to Play Program. As a General rule, skaters are eligible to move to the Learn to Play Program once they have mastered the fundamental skills of Basic Hockey 1 and 2. It is highly recommended that players who do move on, continue to develop their skills in Basic Hockey 3 and 4.

Free Skate Prep Group

After a skater passes basic 6 in the LTS program, they can advance to our FREE SKATE PREP transition group.  This will be held on Saturday mornings and is for the skater that wants to continue on with their skating skills or move to the Junior Competitive Program. The group will advance the skills they learned in the Learn to Skate Program and will prepare them for entering the Junior Competitive Program (JCP).  A skate must be in this group for at least 1  six week session before moving to JCP.

An evaluation at the end of each 6 weeks will determine if they have  passes the skills needed to advance to JCP.  Skater may be in this transition group for more than one six week period.  The evaluation will be done by one of the Directors of Learn to Skate or JCP.

Included in the Program:

  • Ice time  with instruction  Saturdays 9:30 am – 10:00 am
  • Instruction
  • One Off Ice Class
  • One additional ( any time) 40 minute session / 20 minute private lesson( coaching fee not included) and 20 minutes of practice

Required :

  • Private coach is required
  • Participation in the Annual Ice Show
  • Cost:  $185.00 ( this does not include Private coach fee)

** Minimum of 2 skaters will be required to run the program

The IceWorks Annual Ice Show!

The IceWorks Annual Ice Show is Open to all Learn to Skaters including basic hockey, Adult, and all levels of Snow Plow and through Basic 6.

Skaters will enjoy a minimum of 6 lessons that will teach a specific Ice Show Number, costume, Full dress rehearsals, plus 3 show nights.  Skaters are able to register for up to two numbers in the show.

Every year the show is a different theme and the theme will be announced in January for the April Show.   Skaters have the greatest time making new friends, being a part of a large production, practicing their skills and inviting their friends and relatives to watch them, showing off their improvements in skating.   Don’t miss this opportunity!

Learn To Skate Sessions 2024-2025

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Frequently Asked Questions

How old do I have to be to take classes?
Children must be 3 1/2 years or older to sign up for Learn to Skate.  No EXCEPTIONS. All sessions are available for Tots thru Adults. Groups are formed on the ice by age & skating level.

What is the makeup & refund policy?
NO refunds or credits  once the session begins. No make ups allowed on the first Wednesday,  Saturday or Sunday of each session. ONLY ONE MISSED CLASS per session can be made up on a different day during that session, if space is available. Email the Skating Director for makeup permission  at  learntoskate@iceworks.net.

How many sessions should I enroll for?
The Frequent Skater discount is the ideal package to efficiently learn skills & improve quickly with additional public session time. Mastering skills takes more than 1 session!

What equipment is needed?
Helmets are required for all skaters ages 5 & under. We do not rent helmets. Figure skates will be recommended for all skaters if they are just beginning to learn.  Skaters wishing to pursue hockey will transition to hockey skates once they have some Basic skills. Skate rental is included but wearing your own skates is BEST! Good skates are essential to improve. Visit the Pro Shop to be fitted for skates.

What does my skater do after LTS?
There are opportunities in both figure skating and hockey after Learn to Skate. After a skater passes basic 6 in the LTS program, they can advance to our FREE SKATE PREP transition group. (see above)

Private Lessons: Available at any time to improve skills or move into figure skating. Please stop at the Learn to Skate Desk or contact Lisa Shaw; lshaw@iceworks.net or 610.497.2200 x117

Other Helpful Tips

IceWorks Pro Shop carries all necessary skates, clothing & protective gear and expertly sharpens skates. A 10% discount will be honored for skate purchases with a Learn to Skate coupon.

Skates: Figure skates are recommended for the beginner skater since they lace up completely around the ankle and provide more support.

Dress in layers so you or your child can remove them as necessary. All skaters must wear gloves.

Feedback: Ask the coaches about the skater’s progress!

REGISTER FOR FUTURE DATES
$165 per skater
(Free skate rentals included for all LTS sessions)

Sibling Discount:
10% off 2nd skater’s registration fee.

Parent-Tot Classes:
Available for parents with a skater age 5 & under only and in Snow Plow Sam 1 ONLY. Parents attend class with their child for 30% off registration + skater’s fee. Parent must know how to skate.

Late Registration Fee:
For staffing purposes, all registrations must be made at least 2 days prior to the start of any session. If registrations are not received with in the two day period prior to the start of the session, a late registration fee of $10.00 will be applied. (Ex. Late fees will be charged for Wednesday classes if registration is made after 6:30pm on a Monday, for Saturday classes if registration is made after 9:30am on a Thursday, and for Sunday classes if registration is made after 1:00pm on a Friday.).

Skate Rental:
FREE Skate rental passes are included for each Learn To Skate session!

General Inquiries:
For general inquiries regarding our Learn To Skate Program, please contact our Learn To Skate Director: Learn To Skate Director:  Kim Seybold-Catron learntoskate@iceworks.net .

Private Lesson Request:
Email Lisa Shaw at lshaw@iceworks.net for more information.

Terms & Conditions:
No REFUND or CREDITS once class begins.

Any change to a  registrations after the session begins ( ie. date, time, session etc. ) will result in a 10.00 administrative fee.

Registrations can only be moved in the current season (Fall-Winter-Spring-Summer)

Please note: The schedules may have weeks that are skipped due to tournaments, holidays and other special events. Please follow the listed dates on the website, on your DaySmart account, or at the Learn to Skate desk.