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Learn to Skate Programs

Learn to Skate

Louisville Skating Academy offers learn to skate classes for skaters of all ages and levels in a professional, fun and safe environment. Classes follow the guidelines set forth by the United States Figure Skating Association’s nationally recognized Skate With U.S. program and are appropriate for skaters interested in recreational skating, figure skating and/or hockey.

Each learn-to-skate session meets weekly for one hour, consisting of a half hour group lesson taught by qualified professionals and a half hour of supervised practice. Skaters are divided by age and skill level for the group lesson segment of the session.

2007-2008 Learn to Skate Schedule (subject to change.)

2007
Early Fall Session	Sept. 10/11 - Oct. 22/23 NO CLASSES OCT. 1/2	Mon. 6:30pm/Tues. 6:00pm	Registration Closed
Late Fall Session	Oct. 29/30 - Dec. 17/18	Mon. 6:30pm/Tues. 6:00pm	Registration Closed
Winter Holiday Camps	Dec. 27 & 28 and Jan. 3 & 4		Full. Registration Closed.
2008
Winter Session	Jan. 7/8 - Feb. 25/26	Mon. 6:30pm/Tues. 6:00pm	Full. Registration Closed.
Early Spring Session	Mar. 3/4 - Apr. 14/15	Mon. 6:30pm/Tues. 6:00pm	Full. Registration Closed.
Late Spring Session	Apr. 21/22 - May 19/20	Mon. 6:30pm/Tues. 6:00pm	Full. Registration Closed.
Summer Session	June 9 - July 7	Mon. 6:30pm only	Register Now >>
Summer Camp	July 14-18 and July 21-25		Register Now >>

Class Levels

Snowplow Sam 1- 3	Open to skaters 5 and under. Skaters learn to skate forward and backwards, hop, dip, etc.
Basic 1	Open to skaters 6 and older who have never skated before or with limited skating experience. Skaters learn to skate forward, backwards, stop, glide, etc.
Basic 2	Open to those skaters who have passed all Snowplow Sam levels, Basic 1 or ISI Pre-Alpha or those skaters who have skated several times and move comfortably on the ice. More emphasis is given to backward moves and edge control.
Basic 3-4	Open to those skaters who have passed USFSA Basic 2 or ISI Alpha. Lessons include stroking, crossovers, spins and three turns.
Basic 5-6	Open to those skaters who have passed USFSA Basic 4 or ISI Beta. Lessons include entry level jumps, spirals, lunges, etc.
Basic 7-8	Open to those skaters who have passed USFSA Basic 6 or ISI Delta. Lessons include mohawks, moving three turns, more advanced jumps and spins, etc.
Free Skate 1-2	Open to those skaters who have passed Basic 8. Lessons include waltz jumps, scratch spins, spirals on an edge.
Free Skate 3-4	Lessons include salchows, back spins, loop jumps, spiral sequences.
Free Skate 5-6	Lessons include flip and lutz jumps, combination spins, moves in the field sequences.
Adult Level I	Open to skaters over the age of 18. Lessons will include Adult Basic 1 and Basic 2 skills.
Adult Level II	Open to skaters over the age of 18 who have passed USFSA Adult Basic 2 or ISI Alpha.
Advanced Adult	Lessons include more advanced footwork sequences, dance moves and power.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What should I wear? Skaters should wear comfortable, layered clothing. Water resistant outer layers are helpful. Gloves or mittens are recommended. Socks should be snug and not bunched – only wear one pair! Properly fitted helmets are recommended strongly for all skaters age 5 and under.

Do I need my own skates? What size rental skates should I get? Rental skates are free for skaters enrolled in LSA’s group lesson program. Use rentals until you know you really love to skate because good skates are an investment. Skates should fit very snugly. Ask for a pair 1 size below your shoe size.

How do I find my class? Classes are color coded and you will pick up a name tag in your color at the registration desk on the first day. On that day, a map of the classes is located by the door to the rink and teachers will be looking for skaters with their color.

What if I have never skated before? Many of our skaters have never even seen a pair of ice skates before their initial class. If you have never taken lessons, you will start in ”Snowplow Sam” (tots), Basic 1 or Adult Basic 1 and will work on falling down and getting up first!

I am interested in hockey. Do I need a special class? Skating is skating, and the lessons learned in the first several levels are appropriate for figure skating, hockey or recreational skating.

How much should I practice? Practice makes perfect! Skate as often as possible and practice what you have learned in class.

What other programs are available? LSA offers on and off-ice classes and sessions for dedicated skaters throughout the year. Bridge is the program that links group lessons with more competitive training. LSA also offers basic skills competitions, annual exhibitions, a basic skills summer camp and a competitive summer camp. See more about our exciting programs elsewhere on this website!

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