Resource person: Pam Ingrassia

Location: Sertich Ice Center

Description:

Basic Skills teaches the FUNdamentals of ice skating and provides the best foundation for figure skating, hockey and speed skating. 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. All 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. Discover, Learn and Play – Basic 1 and 2: These introductory levels allow new skaters with no prior skating experience to build confidence while learning to skate. FUNdamentals – Basic 3–6: These levels develop all of the fundamental skating skills on the ice. Focus is on learning the ABCs of basic athleticism: agility, balance, coordination and speed. Upon completion of these levels, skaters will be able to confidently advance to more specialized areas of skating.

Basic 6 - Elements
A. Forward inside open mohawk from a standstill (R to L and L to R); B. Forward inside three-turn (R and L); C. Moving backward to forward two-foot turn on a circle — clockwise and counterclockwise; D. Backward stroking; E. Beginning one-foot spin, optional free leg and entry position (2-4 revolutions); F. T-stops (R and L); G. Bunny hop; H. Forward spiral on a straight line (R and L); Bonus Skill: Shoot the duck (R and L)

Learn to Skate USA membership required to participate in this activity. Membership is valid July 1, 2021 – June 30, 2022. $17 Non- refundable membership fee.

Mandatory membership(s):

• Learn to Skate USA

Available: Available

Price: $94.50 Taxes waived

Required age: 6 - 16 years old on the day of the activity

Tags: Youth Ice Skating

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