Class Descriptions

Ages 3-4:

Learn to Skate:

Designed for beginning skaters, the Learn to Skate program stresses preliminary coordination and strength to maneuver on skates. This class will include fun and games to encourage enjoyment of skating. Please remember to dress your child appropriately, especially in extremely cold weather. 

Prerequisite Age: Age 3+

Mandatory Equipment: Any single-blade skates (figure, hockey, LL Bean velcro, etc.), Helmet, Mittens

Recommended Equipment: Snow pants

**You may register your skater for multiple Learn to Skate classes during the week if you would like**

Class length: 20 Minutes + 10 Min. of Games

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Ages 5+:

Class length: 30 Minutes

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Basic Skills (Badges 1-6)

This class follows the Basic Skills 1-6 curriculum for the fundamental skills of skating, providing the best foundation for figure skating and hockey. Six progressive levels introduce forward and backward skating, stops, edges, crossovers and turns. Upon completion of the Basic Skills 1-6 levels, skaters will be able to confidently advance to more specialized areas of skating. Classes will be well-structured with the focus on proper skill development taught in a positive, FUN and social environment. Skaters will progress at their own rate and advance after skill mastery is demonstrated. 

Free Skate Skills (Badges Pre-Free Skate- Free Skate 6)

Once a skater has passed all Basic Skills levels, he/she will continue into the Free Skate curriculum. Each free skate level is comprised of a variety of progressive skating skills, transitions, spins and jumps — all of which build on the previous skill, providing skaters a strong foundation of all elements. These levels will be taught in a positive and interactive group format. Instructors will focus on quality and mastery of skills.

Class length: 30 Minutes

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Open Figure Skating Ice is available for skaters who would like to practice their skills outside of group class time. This is a great time to enroll in private instruction and accelerate your skater’s progress.

These times are reserved for skaters focused on practicing their skills in a supportive, team-like environment. This is not meant for social gatherings or recreational skating. All skaters must be registered GSC Figure Skaters, and no guests are permitted. These sessions for skaters at badge level 1 and above. No outside coaches or hockey skates are allowed on the ice at this time.

1. Adult Figure Skating Class:

This class is for the beginner or intermediate adult skater. Basic skating skills and edges will be emphasized.  UPDATE Class time changed to 11:30-12:30 starting 12/11/23

2. Adult Open Figure Skating Practice:

This time is reserved for general practice and private lessons for adults with a pro.

Private or Semi-Private Lessons may be booked by an individual skater(s) during scheduled Open Figure Skating Practice sessions or General Skating sessions. Only Club authorized professionals may teach private lessons. Please contact the Figure Skating Head Coach to schedule at  figureskatingcoach@greenwichskatingclub.org