Group Lessons
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SUMMER 2010 REGISTRATION Registration is now open for the Summer 2010 Junior Club, Junior Program for Skating Exellence (JPSE) and Summer Hockey group lessons as well as a more advance class: Introduction to Ice Dancing. Registration forms are available for download in PDF format:
Junior Club Suitable for skaters interested in learning the basic skating skills required for figure skating and ice hockey. This session includes Preschool/Kindergarten, Junior Club and Adult group lessons. JPSE Open to skaters who have completed Basic 4 through Pre-Preliminary, have an interest in skating more than once a week and wish to accelerate through the badge system. Skaters previously enrolled may continue without regard to test level. Curriculum adapted from the US Figure Skating Bridge Program. Junior Club Freestyle Ice Suitable for skaters working on Basic 1 through Freeskate 6 who are interested in taking private lessons on an introductory level freestyle session. Skaters registering for this session have the opportunity to take lessons on a session dedicated to freestyle skating. Private or semi-private lessons are highly recommended on this session. Private and semi-private lesson fees are payable monthly and are in addition to the session ice fee. Register using the Junior Club form above Summer Hockey Beginning through Intermediate Skating Classes catered to the 4-10 year old hockey player. Although the focus will be on actual skating skills (forward and backward crossovers, turns, stops), there will also be instruction on stick handling, shooting, and game strategies. NEW CLASS! Introduction to Ice Dance The Intro to Ice Dance curriculum focuses on the basic components of Ice Dancing and reviews the basic edges and turns while skating to music. Skaters will learn the first six dance patterns in the United States Figure Skating Compulsory Dance test structure. This class is suitable forSee the registration forms for more information. Return the appropriate form and payment to the RFSC office. Please register by the deadline, because our classes have been filling up quickly. If you have any questions about group lessons, please call the office at 288-7536 or e-mail RFSCJC@rochesterfsc.org
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For over 70 years, RFSC has offered classes to skaters of all ability levels that are designed to improve and polish their figure skating skills. Our beginner level classes will give your skater a good start to a lifetime of skating fun. It is never too late to begin skating lessons. However, before the age of 4, a child will often lack the balance necessary for safe skating.
PRE-SCHOOL CLASSES . . .
are for children in kindergarten or younger. Classes are 30 minutes long. Parents are welcome to watch, but are not allowed on the ice. Class times: Monday 9:30 - 10:00 am, Wednesday 2:30 - 3:00 pm and Saturday 10:15 - 10:45 am. (Class times for Summer sessions are different than what is listed. Please consult the Summer registration form for exact times.)
JUNIOR CLUB . . .
is for skaters in first grade and up. Skaters are placed
in lesson groups according to age and ability level (10 - 12 skaters per
group). Each class includes a 15-minute lesson, a 15-minute workout and 15
minutes of practice time. Only skaters and instructors are allowed on the ice
during these classes. Class times: Tuesday 6:00 - 6:45 pm, Thursday 6:00 - 6:45 pm, Friday 6:00 - 6:45 pm (all levels) and Saturday 10:45 - 11:30 am. (Class times for Summer sessions are different than what
is listed. Please consult the
Summer registration form for exact times.)
Junior Program for Skating Excellence (JPSE) . . .
is a developmental program for children who have demonstrated a desire to skate more than one day a week and to accelerate through the badge system. The program is intended to provide both the skater and the parent with an “Introduction to Figure Skating,” taking skaters from the basic skills program into our figure skating program. Topics may include the following: Off-ice training, stroking & edges, spins, jumps, footwork, moves in the field, ice dance, synchronized skating, artistry, ice etiquette, testing, and conditioning. Skaters must commit to skating at least twice a week (either an additional day of JPSE, a day of Junior Club, or a private lesson) and must have completed at least Badge 4 in the Basic Skills program. Classes are offered on Mondays at 7pm and/or Saturdays at 12 noon.
ADULT CLASSES . . .
offer evening fun, exercise and relaxation for
beginning, intermediate and advanced level skaters. Skaters are grouped
according to ability level and receive a 30-minute group lesson and 15-minute practice time within the 45-minute session. Class time: Tuesday 6:00 - 6:45 pm and Friday 6:00 - 6:45.
Introduction to Hockey Skating . . .
Several times a year (usually during September and the Summer Sessions) we offer a class focusing on the specific skating skills required for beginning hockey players ages 3-12. These classes are directed by Paul Paprocki, Skating Director of the RFSC and a US Hockey Advanced Rated coach. Topics that may be included are forward and backwards skating, stops, and turns. Some stick handling and shooting skills may also be introduced.
PRIVATE/SEMI-PRIVATE LESSONS . . .
are available to you if you are
skating as least 2 days per week. If you are interested, contact Sabine Tetzloff (RFSCJC@aol.com) at
252-8475 and the lessons will be arranged within your class schedule. Please
keep in mind that at times, an instructor may be needed to teach a class and
your lesson may have to be canceled.
EQUIPMENT
A good pair of skates can make all the difference. Skates
should fit snugly with a small amount of room to grow. Skates are also sized by
width and when laced the laces should be about an inch and a half apart at the
ankle. Skates under a size 3 will run about the same as shoe size. Size 4 and
up will run a size to a size and a half smaller than shoe size. Skates should
be leather, not vinyl, and should provide good ankle support. New and used
skates are available at Blades to Ballet. Rental skates are available at the
Rec Center for $2.00 per class. Skaters at these levels should have a
sharpening grind on their blades called "combination". This grind
gives them more control and makes the specific moves required in figure skating
much easier. Skates can be sharpened with a combination grind at Blades to Ballet.
Clothing should be warm but not bulky or too tight. Skating dresses are fine
but not necessary. Gloves or mittens ARE necessary.
PRACTICE-PRACTICE-PRACTICE!
We cannot overemphasize the importance of
practice. That is why we provide 15 minutes of practice time during each class.
Practicing can be fun, rewarding and exciting. While it may not make you
"perfect", it will definitely make you a better skater!
If you wish to sign up for any of the Group Lessons above or have any questions, please contact the office by phone at 288-7536 or by email rfsc@charterinternet.net.