Learn to Skate Hockey Skating Group Classes
Skating is fundamental to hockey. The Hockey curriculum is designed to teach the fundamentals of hockey skating to skaters aged 7-17 who have successfully passed Basic 2 or Snowplow Sam 4.
Skaters will learn to be more proficient and agile on the ice. Proper skating techniques for the game of hockey are the primary focus of the levels. All elements will be taught without a stick or puck.
Skaters will learn:
- Basic hockey stance
- Stride
- Knee bend
- Use of edges
- Other necessary fundamentals to be successful in hockey practices and game situations.
Necessary Equipment:
- Hockey Skates
- HECC Approved Hockey Helmet
Youth Hockey Skills with Coach Bryan Reiss
Take the next step in your journey to play hockey! Our Youth Hockey Skills program focuses on the fundamentals of skating skills with a stick, including edges, turns, quickness, and agility, to help players be successful in practices and games.
This program is for hockey skaters who have passed Hockey 4, Basic Skills 4, or the entire Snowplow Sam Curriculum. The program is designed to teach the fundamentals of hockey skating with a hockey stick while wearing hockey gear. No pucks are used in this class.
Equipment Required:
- Hockey Skates
- Helmet
- Stick
- Shin Guards
- Hockey Socks
- Gloves
- Additional equipment is recommended but not required.
* There are no class or practice make-ups or substitutions for any classes or practice times that you do not attend. *
Spring "1" 2025
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Click here to register online.
(Please be sure to register your child as the participant with the correct birth year.)Registration is $200 and Includes:
- 6 weeks of instruction with 30-minute classes.
- 30 minutes of independent practice time during the following Public Skate session (when available).
- Learn to Skate USA membership through June 30, 2025. ($25 included in the total price.)
*Skate Rental is not included in tuition. Skates can be rented for $3 each week. (A 7-week skate rental card may be purchased at the front desk for your convenience.)
**Helmets & gloves are highly recommended!
***There are no make-up classes!
| WEEK | MONDAY | FRIDAY | SATURDAY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | March 10th | February 28th | March 1st * |
| 2 | March 17th | March 7th | March 8th |
| 3 | March 24th | March 14th | March 15th * |
| 4 | March 31st | March 28th | March 29th |
| 5 | April 7th | April 11th | April 12th |
| 6 | April 14th | April 18th | April 19th |
*Saturday, March 1st and 15th, there is no Public Session. A 30-minute practice session will be provided.
Skaters that are registered for an incorrect level may be moved to the correct level based on records of instructor evaluations.
Classes may be combined (multiple levels).
Registration fills up quickly and will close 2 days before the first class.
Register early to avoid disappointment!
Winter "A" Session: January 1,2025 - March 3, 2025
These dates are provided for reference for current students.
- Monday Session (Jan 6th - Mar. 3rd)
- Saturday Session (Jan. 4th - Feb. 22nd)
About Learn to Skate USA
The Learn to Skate USA foundation is based on fun, safe, and solid skill progression that provides all skaters with the skills necessary to reach their recreational or competitive goals. The progression of skill development allows skaters to build and master fundamental skating skills so they will be successful with any ice skating sport they choose.
All participants are required to have a Learn to Skate USA Membership for the season, which runs from July 1 to June 30 each year. A $25 membership fee is included with your class registration. Participants with a current Learn to Skate USA Membership will receive a refund for the membership fee. Memberships cannot be pro-rated or refunded. Click here to learn more about Learn to Skate USA Membership.
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