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WELCOME TO IDAHO ICEWORLD LEARN TO SKATE

Idaho IceWorld Skating school is proud to offer U.S. Figure Skating LEARN TO SKATE USA®. Classes are structured into age specific levels and designed for any beginner to acquire the necessary skills to enjoy the sport of ice skating.

SUMMER 2025 LEARN TO SKATE CLASSES
(MAY 14-JUNE 27)

May/June Session: Registration is currently open.

Fall Registration Opens
August 4 (Boise Residents) and August 6 (Non-Residents)

Classes available on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday

7 or 8 weeks of classes. (skate rental included)

Current Learn to Skate USA membership required.

 

MONDAY CLASSES:  Only offered Fall/Winter/Spring

WEDNESDAY CLASSES: Snowplow 1-4, Basic 1-6, Pre-Free Skate/Free Skate 1-4

THURSDAY CLASSES: Pre-Free Skate/Free Skate 1-4 

30 Minute Class Schedule

CLASS

TIME

DAY

Spuds and Tater Tots Parent/Child (age 2-4)

10:15 – 10:45 AM

Thursday

Snowplow 1 – 4 (age 4-6)

5:45 – 6:15 PM

Wednesday

Basic 1 (age 7-12)

5:45 – 6:15 PM

Wednesday

Basic 2 – 5 (age 7-12)

6:15 – 6:45 PM

Wednesday

Basic 6 (age 7-12)

6:45 – 7:15 PM

Wednesday

Pre-Free Skate, Free Skate 1-4 (All Ages)

6:45 – 7:15 PM

Wednesday

Teen/Adult 1-3 (age 13+)

5:45 – 6:15 PM

Thursday

Teen/Adult 4-6 (age 13+)

6:15 – 6:45 PM

Thursday

Adaptive (All Ages)

TBD

 

 

SUMMER CAMP (Ages 5 through 12): $241

July 7-10, 2025 | 9-11 AM

Beginners, Snowplow 1-4, Basic 1-4

Camp offered to beginner through Basic 4 level skaters ages 5-12. Camp includes skate rental, instruction from certified instructors, games, friendship, and fun in a secure, family friendly environment.  All participants receive a camp T-shirt. (Minimum registration will be required.  Each camp will have a maximum limit of participants to maintain a quality level of instruction.) Learn to Skate USA membership required. 

NEW TO LEARN TO SKATE?

Please watch this 3-minute video before the first day of your class

Wondering what to wear, etc.?
See General Information for Learn to Skate classes.

Please email Kelley Canning with any questions about Learn to Skate classes.

Registration process QUESTIONS?
Call Fort Boise Community Center at (208) 608-7680

The Objectives of the Program

  • Teach children and adults the fundamentals of ice skating while building confidence and skills through each lesson.

  • Provide a progressive curriculum that ensures success from the first steps on the ice to the mastery of advanced skills.

  • Promote the health and fitness benefits of ice skating.

  • Equip each participant with the foundation necessary to reach his or her goal, be it recreational or competitive in nature.

The Learn to Skate USA program offers several levels of advancement. This ensures individual skaters will be paired with other skaters of similar age and abilities. The program offers classes skaters ages 2 & up. Certificates and achievement badges are awarded as skaters progress through the levels. 

Curriculum

Ages 2-4:  Spuds and Tots (Parent and Child)
An adult (18 & over) must accompany child onto the ice with ice skates on. The adult must have basic balance on skates while on the ice, as the adult is expected to support the child both physically and emotionally. The goal of this class is to provide a safe, supported environment for the young child to gain confidence on the ice while interacting through games and activities.

Ages 4-6:  Snowplow Sam 1-4 (Click link for PDF Download)

Ages 7-12:  Basic 1-6 (Click link for PDF Download)

Ages 13+:  Teens & Adults (Click link for PDF Download)

Ages 13+:  FREE SKATE (Teen/Adult 13+)
Teen/Adult (passed Basic 6) Free Skate levels are comprised of a variety of progressive skating skills, transitions, spins and jumps — all of which build on the previous skill, providing skaters a strong foundation of all elements. These levels will be taught in a positive and interactive group format. Instructors will focus on quality and mastery of skills.

All Ages:  Adventures on Ice (Adaptive) is based on individual abilities and goals. Contact Ice-Skating Specialist at 208-608-7718 to discuss and make arrangements. 

Session Information

Idaho IceWorld offers 5 two-month sessions (year around): Jan/Feb, Mar/Apr, May/June, July/Aug, Sept/Oct and Nov/Dec. Exact dates are detailed in the Activity Guide and under classes and fees

Registration

All skaters are required to purchase the annual Learn to Skate USA membership. Please visit the Learn to Skate USA website to learn more about membership benefits, including the ability to participate in U.S. Figure Skating sanctioned events and coverage under U.S. Figure Skating’s sports accident insurance policy. Current membership number will be required at the time of Idaho IceWorld Learn to Skate class registration.

Click here for current classes and feesREGISTER TODAY. 

Idaho IceWorld Skating School Program Policies

Every skater is required to purchase an annual Learn to Skate USA membership to be eligible to register for one of Idaho IceWorld’s Learn to Skate classes. Please visit the Learn to Skate USA website to learn more about membership benefits, including the ability to participate in U.S. Figure Skating sanctioned events and coverage under U.S. Figure Skating’s sports accident insurance policy. Current membership number will be required at the time of Idaho IceWorld Learn to Skate class registration. 

PROGRAM REGISTRATION

  1. REQUIRED! Go to Learn to Skate USA and purchase or renew your membership.
  • Annual membership year is July 1- June 30
  • All memberships expire on June 30 regardless of purchase date 
  1. Go here to register for Idaho IceWorld's Learn to Skate classes or call 208-608-7680. REGISTER TODAY.