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Learn to Skate

To enroll in our classes, call 816-442-6128, email , or stop by the Community Rink to enroll!

The Independence Skating Academy follows the US Figure Skating (USFS) Basic Skills Curriculum, the leading learn to skate program in the United States.  Our mission is to provide a fun, safe, and educational environment for everyone learning to skate.  Our professional staff of coaches, each with their own unique skating background, have the special skills and training to keep skaters enthusiastic from their first steps on the ice until they have reached their skating goals.  All participants in our Learn to Skate programs must hold U.S. Figure Skating Membership for Sports Accident Insurance, valid from July 1 – June 30 each year. Membership is only $12 and may be purchased at the Pro Shop. Those enrolled in multiple programs only need to pay the annual fee one time each year.

Current and Upcoming Sessions

We offer classes throughout the year in five or six week sessions for beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, including hockey.  Click the links for brochures!

  • 2015 Late Fall Session (Oct. 13 - Nov. 22) - 6 weeks / $80

  • 2015 Holiday Winter Session (Nov. 24 - Dec. 20) - 4 weeks / $55

  • 2015-2016 Holiday Learn to Skate Camps (Dec. 21 - Jan. 4) Beginner / Intermediate & Advanced - 3 days / $40

 
Incentives
  • Early Bird Special: Register by specified date for each session and receive $5 off
  • Multiple Class Discount: 50% off each additional class
  • Immediate Family Discount: Second member - 20% off, third member - 30% off, etc.

Class Details

All Learn to Skate Classes include 30 min of instruction each week, free skate rental on day of class, and unlimited public sessions while skater is enrolled in class!  Learn to Skate is for all ages – from tots to adults! Helmets are recommended for the beginning levels.  Remember to dress warmly with mittens, pants and layered garments.

  • ​Skating Roadmap: Progressing to Figure Skating or Hockey
  • Learn to Skate Skills: Snowplow Sam | Basic 1-8 | Hockey | Freestyle | Adult

Investment in our classes includes:

  • Thirty minute group lesson
  • Free skate rental on day of class
  • Unlimited public sessions over duration of classes
  • Bonus practice ice during the opposite time block (contingent on ice space; priority given to classes)
  • An official U.S. Figure Skating Basic Skills membership card
  • A record book with stickers to track your progress through the lessons
  • US Figure Skating Basic Skills membership and year patches
  • A patch for the highest level completed during the session
  • General information about ice skating
  • Basic Skills Edition of SKATING magazine
  • Opportunity to compete and be in ice shows and competitions

 

Tuesday Evenings

Saturday Mornings

Sunday Afternoons
6:30p
Snowplow Sam 1-3, Basic 1, Hockey 1, Adult 1-6, Freeskate 1-6 (60min)		 11:00a
Snowplow Sam 1-3, Basic 1, Hockey 1, Adult 1-6, Freeskate 1-6 (60min)		 2:10p
Snowplow Sam 1-3, Basic 1, Hockey 1, Adult 1-6, Freeskate 1-6 (60min)
7:00p
Basic 2-8, Hockey 2		 11:30a
Basic 2-8, Hockey 2		 2:40p
Basic 2-8, Hockey 2

 

Home School Learn to Skate

Every third Thursday, we offer a Learn to Skate program tailored specifically for the Home School groups that meet during the school year. This 30-minute class meets three weeks and covers the basics for beginning ice skaters who would like instruction to feel more confident on the ice.  Youth Class (ages 7+) is offered 12:00-12:30pm and Tot Class (ages 3-6) is offered 12:30-1:00pm.  Cost is just $10 per class and includes a 30 minute lesson, ice time from 1:00-3:00 pm and skate rental.  Register at least 48 hours prior to class to reserve your spot.  Sign up in our pro shop, over the phone (816-442-6128) or email [email protected].  Important skills covered include moving, gliding, stopping, and the proper way to fall and get up.  Participants are encouraged to skate the rest of the Home School session to advance in their skills.  Those looking to further pursue their skills should enroll in the Learn to Skate School.

  • Home School LTS Flyer