Willowbrook Ice Arena learn to skate class

LEARN TO SKATE PROGRAM

Whether you are a new skater who has never been on the ice or an experienced skater looking to improve, Willowbrook Ice Arena offers a fundamental program that provides a fun, goal-oriented curriculum at every skill level!

  • Classes available for ages 3-adult
  • Classes meet once per week for 30-45min based on level
  • Entire class time is on-ice instruction

Spring 1 Learn to Skate Session (Mar 5 - May 3) Fees $210-235 - 9 week session

  • Fridays 5:15 or 6:15pm
  • Saturdays 8:45 or 9:45am
  • Wednesdays 5:35pm (Snowplow Sam 1-4 & Basic 1-3 only)

Spring Ice Show May 4th

Skaters who are registered for the 9 week Spring 1 2025 Learn to Skate classes may also register to participate in a Group Performance in our 6th Annual Spring Ice Show!

Group Performances (Snowplow Sam 1-4, Basic 1-3, Basic 4-6, Pre-Freestyle 6)

  • The fee to participate in the Spring Ice Show is in addition to the cost of the registration for Spring 1 Learn to Skate classes
  • Fee includes 6 practices (Mondays), 1 performance, costume, coaching and choreography fees 
  • Cost $215

Those registered for a Group Performance may also perform a second performance (solo/duo/trio). Skate Director approval is required. Solo/duo/trio practice ice time, coaching fees and costume are not included in this price. Cost for each add-on perfomance is $75.

Solo/Duo/Trio Performances

Skaters interested in performing a Solo/duo/trio that are not in Learn to Skate classes should contact the skate director Jenna Reimann for more information

  • Please note practice ice fees, coaching fees and costume are not included in the registration fee when performing a solo/duo/trio
  • Performance on the ice alone under the spotlight, music and music cut are included 
  • Cost $200

Some restrictions apply

Snowplow Sam

Snowplow Sam Level 1- 4 (Ages 3-5)
For 3-5 year-olds who have zero or little skating experience. This class uses a variety of games and easy understand terms to teach the basic skating skills and comfort on the ice. New skaters aged 3-5 should sign up for Snowplow Sam Level 1.

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Basic Skills

Basic Levels 1-6 (Ages 6 & up)
Basic skills are the fundamentals of the sport. These levels introduce the fundamental moves: forward skating, backward skating, stops, edges, crossovers, turns, Mohawks. New skaters aged 6-11 should sign up for Basic 1.

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Pre-Freeskate

After passing Basic 6 comes pre-freeskate. This class will build on recently learned skills and create a strong foundation to prepare skaters to advance to private lessons and other specialized areas of skating.     

 

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Freestyle Levels 1-6  

Free Skate levels give skaters a strong foundation on which to build up their skills. This is where students will learn more advanced moves like jumps and spins.

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Adult (18+)

The Adult curriculum is designed for both beginning & experienced adult skaters who wish to improve their skating skills. Participation in the program will promote physical fitness & improve balance & coordination.

Pre-Teen/Teen (Ages 11-17)
This class for ages 11-17 provides the best foundation to learn and grow as a skater. Six progressive levels introduce the fundamental building blocks of ice skating and teach the necessary skills to develop as a skater.

Refund Policy: Should a client decide after completion of ONE class they would like to drop from the session, a prorated refund will be granted. After two classes have been attended, NO refunds will be given. After the third week of the session NO refunds will be given for any reason. A $20 processing fee will be applied to all refunds.

Class-time changes: No time/day changes will be allowed after the second week of classes.     

Skate Director email - Jenna Reimann [email protected]

Frequently Asked Questions Page

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