RFSC Learn 2 Skate Classes
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Winter 2012 Beginner & Group LessonsOnline Registration for the Winter 2012 Learn2Skate session has concluded. If you wish to inquire about late registration, please contact our Learn2Skate administrator. Group Skating LessonsWinter Session Dates: Tuesday, January 3 –
Saturday, February 25, 2012 (7 Weeks) Online Registration: Available GroupsLearn 2 Skate: Preschool/Kindergarten Group Lessons (30 minute sessions) These classes have a small student to teacher ratio and focus on “fun” while learning the basics of skating with SnowPlow Sam. Schedule: Mondays 9:30-10:00 am | Wednesdays 2:30-3:00 pm | Saturdays 10:00-10:30 am. Cost (7 weeks): 1 class/week
$73 | Each additional class $63 Learn 2 Skate: (30 minute sessions) Suitable for skaters in first grade and above, or younger skaters who have advanced through our SnowPlow Sam badges. These classes cover the basic skills required for figure skating and ice hockey. Registration covers 30 minutes of instruction, a punch card to be used for FREE Rec Center Open sessions (for individual practice time), and a US Figure Skating Basic Skills membership. Classes have been divided by level: L2S-Low: Beginners through those who are working on Basic 3. Schedule: Tuesdays 6:00-6:30 pm | Thursdays 6:00-6:30 pm | Fridays 5:45-6:15 pm | Saturdays 10:30-11:00 am L2S-High: Skaters working on Basic 4 through
8 Schedule: Tuesdays 6:30-7:00 pm |
Thursdays 6:30-7:00 pm | Fridays 6:15-6:45 pm | Saturdays 11:00-11:30 am. Cost (7 weeks): 1 class/week $87
| Each additional class $77 Junior Program for Skating Excellence - JPSE (45 minute sessions) 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. Skaters must have passed the
Basic 5 badge to be eligible for the Saturday class or Basic 6 to be
eligible for the Monday class. Schedule: Mondays 7:00-7:45 pm (Basic 6+), Saturdays 12:00-12:45 (Basic 5+) JPSE Sessions Learn 2 Skate - Adults (30 minute sessions) Classes cater to the needs of the individual students. All levels are welcome. Schedule: Tuesdays 6:00-6:30 pm |
Fridays 5:45-6:15 pm Cost (7 weeks): 1 class/week $87 | Each additional class $77 Learn 2 Freeskate (30 minute sessions) Suitable for skaters working on Basic 1 through Freeskate 6 who are interested in taking private lessons on an introductory level free skate session Schedule: Saturdays 11:30-12:00noon Cost (7 weeks): 1 session/week
$42 If you have any questions about group lessons, please call the office at 288-7536 or e-mail rfscjc@rochesterfsc.org |
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. These classes utilize the US Figure Skating SnowPlow Sam Curriculum. The focus is on fun and learning.
LEARN 2 SKATE . . .
is for skaters in first grade and up or those who have already advanced
through the SnowPlow Sam badges. Skaters are placed
in lesson groups according to age and ability level (10 - 12 skaters per
group). Classes are 30 minutes long and will include a warmup, lesson, and FUN. Only skaters and instructors are allowed on the ice during
these classes. Skaters will receive a punch card for free practice times
during the Rec Center’s Open Ice.
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 and 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 5 in the Basic Skills program.
LEARN 2 SKATE - 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.
LEARN 2 HOCKEY . . .
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 3-10. 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, please indicate your preferences in our online registration form
or contact Sabine Tetzloff (rfscjc@rochesterfsc.org). 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. Additional practice time is offered opposite the Low and High L2S classes for skaters not in those sessions. Practice time is also available on our L2S Free Skate session. 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 rfscjc@rochesterfsc.org .