LEARN TO SKATE
OVERVIEW
The Jones Center Learn to Skate program follows the Learn to Skate USA curriculum to teach beginners through advanced and children to adults. Our classes are a great way to learn a new skill, make friends and have fun on the ice.
Levels
New skaters start at our "Basic 1" level and progress up to our highest level "Basic 6." Young skaters between the ages of 3-5 years old will start in our "Snowplow Sam" class that is designed for their age group. Adult skaters follow the same levels and have allotted times shown below.
In addition to our Learn to Skate classes, we also offer the following advanced skating classes:
Risings Stars: A 30-minute technique class focused on developing a well-rounded athlete followed by a 30-minute power class focusing on better edge quality and control, proper power development and stamina. Must have passed Learn to Skate Basic 6.
Power Class: For both hockey and figure skaters. The class will focus on edge quality and control, proper power development and stamina. Must have mastered forward and backward crossovers and be able to stop proficiently.
Hockey Academy: Before you can score a goal in hockey, you need to learn to skate! In our hockey program, skaters will learn how to be proficient and agile on the ice. Forward skating, backward skating, transitions, edge usage and stopping. Must successfully complete Learn to Skate Basic 4.
2024 Classes
Classes are held weekly on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday for six-week sessions.
Classes start:
Tuesday, April 16 – 10 to 10:30 AM
Snowplow Sam (ages 3-5)
Basic 1, 2, 3 (ages 6-16)
Tuesday, April 16 – 10:30 to 11 AM
Basic 4, 5, 6 (ages 6-16)
Adults (ages 16+)
Tuesday, April 16 – 6 to 6:30 PM
Snowplow Sam (ages 3-5)
Basic 1 and 2 (ages 6-16)
Rising Starts (must have passed Basic 6) 6 to 7 PM
Power Class (for figure skaters and hockey players) 6:30 to 7 PM
Wednesday, April 17 – 6 to 6:30 PM
Snowplow Sam (ages 3-5)
Basic 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 (ages 6-16)
Pre-FreeSkate (ages 6-16) *New this season (must have passed Basic 6 – Learn your first jump in this class!)
Hockey Academy (must have passed Basic 4)
Thursday, April 18 – 6 to 6:30 PM
Snowplow Sam (ages 3-5)
Basic 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 (ages 6-16)
Adults (ages 16+)
COST
$75/$60 for members
$65 for early registration/$52 for members
(Must register one week before the class start date)
Registration cost includes:
(1) 30-minute class weekly for six weeks
NEXT CLASS SESSIONS
Session #4
May 28 thru July 11Session #5
July 16 thru August 22Session #6
August 27 thru October 3Session #7
October 8 thru November 14
contact
For more information about Learn to Skate classes, freestyle sessions, ice skating summer camp, or private skating lessons, please email Skating Coordinator Chelsea Mendenhall or call 479.756.8090 | ext. 2302.