Learn to Skate

LEARN TO SKATE - SEMESTER II
REGISTRATION BEGINS : NOW TAKING REGISTRATIONS
	No OF Wks	CLASS	START TIME	LEVELS OFFERED	STARTING DATE	RENTAL SKATES	USFS* MEMBERSHIP	RECORD BOOK	FAMILY DISCOUNTS	EXTRA PRACTICE SESSION**	ONLINE FEE	REGISTER ONLINE NOW	PRO-SHOP FEE
THURSDAY	8	HOME SCHOOL	11:00am	SNOWPLOW 1-3 BASIC 1-8	March 25th 2010	FREE	INCLUDED	INCLUDED		$5.00	$152.00		$177.00
THURSDAY	8	LEARN TO SKATE	5:30pm	SNOWPLOW 1-3 BASIC 1-3	March 25th 2010	FREE	INCLUDED	INCLUDED		$5.00	$152.00		$177.00
THURSDAY	8	LEARN TO SKATE	6:00pm	BASIC 4-8 ADULTS FREESKATE	March 25th 2010	FREE	INCLUDED	INCLUDED		$5.00	$152.00		$177.00
SATURDAY	8	LEARN TO SKATE	10:00am	SNOWPLOW 1-3 BASIC 1-3	March 27th 2010	FREE	INCLUDED	INCLUDED		$5.00	$152.00		$177.00
SATURDAY	8	LEARN TO SKATE	10:30am	BASIC 4-8 ADULTS FREESTYLE	March 27th 2010	FREE	INCLUDED	INCLUDED		$5.00	$152.00		$177.00

Multi -Class Dicounts	2nd Class registered per semester : Half Price
INFORMATION
Family Dicounts	1st and 2nd family member : Full Price 3rd family member : Free
USFS Membership*	New skaters regsitered in aerodromes Learn to Skate classes will receive a full years membership to the United States Figure Skating Association's Basic Skills Membership. This includes a free record book and much more...
Pro-Shop Merchandise	All Learn to Skate Registrants receive 10% discount on merchandise at the Aerodromes Pro-Shop
NEW Learn To Skate Practice Session**	Aerodrome offers weekly one hour dedicated practice sessions exclusive to our Learn to Skate groups. Thursday Evenings at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Saturday Mornings at 11:00am-12:00pm The price for the practice session is deeply reduced to $5.00 and will include skate rental. Parents and friends of those skaters enrolled in Learn to Skate class are also encouraged to skate on this session for the price of $5.00 inc skate rental. ALL SKATERS ON THIS SESSION MUST PAY AT THE PRO-SHOP AND DISPLAY THEIR PAYMENT STICKER WHILE SKATING.

	Does your child dream of becoming an elegant Figure Skater, or a courageous Hockey Player? It all begins here for our pre-schoolers! Every potential skater, regardless of discipline, needs to understand the fundamentals of ice skating. Aerodrome uses a special program called SNOWPLOW SAMS developed under the umbrella of the Unites States Figure Skating Association. SNOWPLOW SAM is part ofthe USFS basic skills courses and consists of 3 levels. Children in Snowplow Sam classes are of ages 4 and 5 learn the fundamentals of skating through a series of 30 minute weekly classes for between 8-10 weeks. Skaters are taught the basic principles of walking, gliding, stops, swizzles, wiggles and backward skating in a fun environment. Special 'walking Frames' are available for those skaters who need them! Beginners ages 4&5 should regsiter in Snowplow 1 Upon completion of SNOWPLOW SAM 3:- Figure skaters enroll in Learn to Skate Basic 1 Hockey Players enroll in Hockey 101 All children enrolled in Snowplow Sam Class must be minimum age 3.5 yrs and should and be Potty Trained!! Many skaters supliment their group lessons with a one to one private lesson with one of our qualified coaches For information on Private Lessons Click Here Question for the Learn to Skate Coordinator? Click Here
AGE REQUIREMENTS
BEGINNERS AGE 4-5
BEGINNERS AGE 6-15
	New skaters in this age group enroll in Aerodrome Learn to Skate Program at the Basic I level. Skaters will learn the basics of skating which include skating forwards & backwards, gliding, and stopping. The course is usually between 8-10 weeks in length. Skaters will be evaluated on their skills towards the end of the course and USFS record books will be issued. Completed testing forms will be distributed on the last week of classes so that the parents will know in which class to register their skater for the next session. The lead coach may move a student to the next level before the end of the semester if it is apparent that he/she has mastered all the skills in their current grade. There are a total of eight learn to Skate basic skills levels to master. Once a skater has completed level 8, he or she will be able to enroll in the learn to Skate Freeskate Class or even consider the Junior Blades Team which is Aerodromes Competitive preparation track . In Basic Skills Freeskate levels skaters learn sequences of steps, how to connect maneuvers, and how to execute a variety of spins and jumps Many skaters supliment their group lessons with a one to one private lesson with one of our qualified coaches For information on Private Lessons Click Here Question for the Learn to Skate Coordinator? Click Here
BEGINNER HOCKEY ( HOCKEY 101)		BEGINNER ADULTS
	It is essential that all hockey players first have a good understanding of basic skating skills. Young skater under the age of 6 must complete the Learn to Skate Snowplow 1-3 before moving into the Hockey 101. Skaters age 6 and older can enroll directly into the Hockey 101 class where they will be taught both Basic Skating Skills and Ice Hockey principles. For more information about Hockey 101 contact Caren Bell Assistant Hockey Director Email Here		New adults skaters are always made welcome at the Aerodromes. Beginner classes are usually held: Thursday 6:00pm Saturday @ 10:30am Many adults also enjoy private lessons through the daytime hours when the rink is quiet! For information on Private Lessons Click Here

WHAT TO WEAR

In order to insure your child’s figure skating class experience is the most fun and efficient, it is necessary to dress him/her appropriately. Clothing worn while figure skating should allow for adequate movement and stretching of the body while keeping the skater warm. Long athletic pants and sweatshirts or jackets are appropriate. Mittens and hats are recommended as well!

If you would like to purchase a figure skating dress or skirt for your child, please feel free to do so. We recommend two pairs of tights and a fleece skating jacket to keep warm while being fashionable. The Aerodrome Pro-Shop also offers boys figure skating attire. Most of these items can be found reasonably priced in our Pro-Shop.

While rental skates are available for use, you may want to consider purchasing skates for your child. As professionally fitted skates will be of higher quality and more comfortable, your child may progress at a faster pace. Please feel free to stop in our Pro-Shop and take a look at our merchandise at your convenience.

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