Learn to Skate and Aspire Bridge Programs
Whether you are a complete beginner or an experienced recreational skater, come improve your skills and fitness with Learn to Skate! Our courses are run under the guidelines of USFS Basic Skills Program. This program has been developed to provide a strong base of skating skills and techniques that will provide you with a lifetime of skating enjoyment, and give you the ability to move on to more challenging disciplines like dance, synchronized, speed, hockey, or figure skating!
Learn to Skate Classes are offered on Saturdays 12pm-1pm starting from October 7. These classes are for beginner skaters up to and including Basic 3. For more advanced students, please check our Aspire Program below.
$120 for 6 week Learn-to-Skate classes, One-Time Annual (runs from July to June) Learn-to-Skate USA Membership Fee of $18.50
The Learn-to-Skate USA membership fee can be paid at https://www.learntoskateusa.com/. If you don’t have a Learn-to-Skate membership number and register below at Leevo, you will be able to pay for the membership there at a slightly higher rate of $20. When you register to LTS classes through Leevo, you will be charged $20 LTS USA membership fee each time. If you have a current LTS USA membership, $20 fee will be refunded back to your card within a few days.
Session 1: October 7, 14, 21, 28, November 4, 11
Interim Session: November 18 until January 6, we will be offering single Learn-To-Skate sessions, so you can register for those days you are available. The cost is $20 for each session. The dates are:
November 18
November 25
December 2
December 9
During these 4 weeks, there will be regular classes and 20 min extra holiday show prep. The show is on December 9 at 5:45 pm. Registration for the show is separate. To participate in the holiday day, we ask to attend at least two sessions between Nov. 18 and Dec. 9, including Dec. 9. The cost is $20. It includes practice and costumes.
Next, we will have just Learn-To-Skate classes:
December 16
December 23
December 30
January 6
Session 2: LTS full 6-week session: January 13, 20, 27, February 3, 10 and 17
Session 3: LTS full 6-week session: February 24, March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
We will most likely have a la carte LTS sessions (separate sessions) on April 6, 20, 27, and May 4
2024 Palouse Rising Stars Basic Skills competition: April 13, 2024. To sign up: http://comp.entryeeze.com/Home.aspx?cid=886
If you have questions, please contact us at PalouseHillsSkatingClub@gmail.com.
Looking for the Next Step? Aspire Bridge Program
The Aspire program is strategically positioned as the perfect bridge between Learn to Skate and freestyle Figure Skating. Aspire classes take the foundational skills learned in the Learn to Skate program and expand upon them, equipping skaters for freestyle ice, where they can take part in private lessons to further enhance their skills and passion for figure skating. With a focus on refining techniques and honing abilities, our Aspire program ensures a smooth and confident transition for skaters aiming to excel in the world of figure skating.
Aspire Classes are offered on Saturdays (new day and time!) starting at 1:15 pm. The classes include 30 min group instruction and free skate during the rest of the session. Additional private lessons are available for a fee.
Cost: $50 for 4 Class Sessions as well as $40 Annual Aspire Membership. The membership covers the season from July to June. Skaters also need to pay $8 or $10 for the ice time for each session. Punch cards and seasonal passes are available at the front desk.
Classes start October 9.
If you have questions, please contact us at PalouseHillsSkatingClub@gmail.com.
