Our Star Skate Program is a Learn to Skate program for students beginning their skating journeys. Whether students are looking to get into artistic skating, join the next Learn to Play, or just feel confident over their wheels, our year-round, 8-week sessions are designed to solidify their fundamentals and give them the confidence to pursue their roller goals!
The Star Skate Program is a 4-tiered class divided by skill level. It begins with a 30-minute class on skates and is followed by 30 minutes of off-skates fun to help with body awareness and improve their on-skates skills! At week 7 of our 8-week session, we will have our Assessment Day in which skaters' skills will be evaluated to determine if they are ready to progress to the next class level. Parents will receive a report card via email after the assessment which will indicate which level to register them for in the next session and help them keep track of their student's progress.
Our goal is to help our students build confidence and good habits in our program. Promotion to a higher level at the end of each session is not demanded or expected as we know each student will move at their own pace when learning to skate. As they progress through the four levels of this program, however, they will master foundational skills that they will use for life!
If your student has prior experience in skating (roller or ice), we strongly encourage you to sign them up for a skills assessment prior to the start of the program so that they begin in the appropriate class level for their skill set. Please email Skating School Lead Candice Clifford at cclifford@therinks.com to schedule time for a 20-minute assessment.
Personal skates, quad or inline are HIGHLY recommended, as rental skates are limited in size and availability.
Register for Upcoming ClassesWednesday Classes
Current Session:
- July 1, 22 & 29; August 5, 12, 19 & 26; September 2
Upcoming Session:
- September 9, 16, 23 & 30; October 7, 14, 21 & 28
- 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
- Tots (Ages 4-6)
- 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
- Level 1 (Ages 6-12)
- 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
- Level 2 (Ages 6-12)
- 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.
- Level 3 (Ages 6-12)
- 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
- Level 4 (Ages 6-12)
$168 for 8-class session
Sunday Classes
Current Session:
- June 7, 21 & 28; July 26; August 2, 9, 16 & 23
Upcoming Session:
- August 30; September 13, 20 & 27; October 4, 11 & 18; November 1
- 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
- Level 1 (Ages 6-12)
- 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
- Level 2 (Ages 6-12)
- 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
- Level 3 (Ages 6-12)
- 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
- Level 4 (Ages 6-12)
- 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
- Adult Basic (Ages 13+)
$168 for 8-class session
*All class times subject to change
Class Curriculum & Breakdown
We will have a modified level 1 class purely for our Tots, comprised of new skaters ages 4-6. If you have an advanced tot please schedule an assessment (see below for details) to see if they are ready for the true Level 1 experience. Exceptions to the age rule will only be made by assessment.
- Sitting & Standing Up
- Forward Marching Steps
- Cannonball
- Toe Stop, T Stop, Pivot Stop
- Forward Chair Position
- Two Foot Hop
- Two Foot Marching Spin
Students ages 6-12 should register for Level 1. If your skater has prior skating experience (ice or roller), you can sign them up for an assessment (see below for details)!
Level 1:
- Sitting & Standing Up
- Forward & Backward Marching Steps
- Cannonball
- Toe Stop, T Stop, Pivot Stop
- Forward Chair Position
- Two Foot Hop
- Two Foot Marching Spin
Level 2:
- Forward & Backward Scissors
- Backward Chair Position
- Forward Dropped Chase Position
- Forward Stroking Position
- Backward Two Foot Hop
- Forward Two Foot Hop to One Foot
- Intro Mohawks
- Two Foot Rolling Spin
Level 3:
- Forward & Backwards Half Scissors
- Forward Scooter Pushes
- Backwards Two Foot to One Foot Jump
- Backward Stroking Position
- Backwards Dropped Chase Position
- Two Foot Half Rotation Jump
- Two Foot Spin with Entry
Level 4:
- Forward Cross Pulls
- Backwards Cross Pulls
- Two Foot to One Foot Half Rotation Jump
- Loop Jump Exercise
- Thoran Jump Exercise
- Left Inner Back (LIB) Upright Exercise
- Tight Turns
Students are encouraged to take a level as many times as they need; they may only proceed to a higher level by passing the testing at the end of the previous level or by assessment.
Adult Classes (Ages 13+)
Adult Basic is an open class for students 13+. The curriculum mirrors that of the youth Star Skate Program without the distinct class levels. Our instructors cater the skills taught to the skill level of the students present for the class. If you have experience in skating and would like to be considered for the Pre-Competition Program to learn more advanced skills, please reach out to Coach Candice to request an assessment: cclifford@therinks.com
Register for Adult BasicJune 7 & 21
June 28; July 26
August 2 & 9
August 16 & 23
$42 for 2-class session
More Information
For more information, contact:
Skating School Lead - Candice Clifford
cclifford@therinks.com
Assistant Manager - Kylie Denning
kdenning@therinks.com
General Manager - Ron Alexander
ralexander@therinks.com
The Rinks Skating Director - Alex Chang
achang@therinks.com
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