LEARN TO SKATE
Annually recognized by U.S. Figure Skating as a Top 10 program in the country, Idaho IceWorld’s Learn to Skate program provides a fun and structured way for skaters to be physically active and improve their skills. Participation in the program enables beginning skaters to learn basic skating skills for recreational enjoyment. On behalf of the Idaho IceWorld Skating School, thank you for your interest in the Learn to Skate USA program.
The objectives of the program are to:
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Teach children and adults the fundamentals of ice skating while building confidence and skills through each lesson.
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Provide a progressive curriculum that ensures success from the first steps on the ice to the mastery of advanced skills.
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Promote the health and fitness benefits of ice skating.
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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 & Tater Tots – 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)
Teens & Adults (Click link for PDF Download)
Adaptive Skating 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 6 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 fees. REGISTER 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
- REQUIRED! Go to Learn to Skate USA and purchase or renew your membership.
- Annual membership year is July-June (In advance of the upcoming 2023-24 season to let you know there will be a minimal increase in the membership base fee from $16 to $17, effective July 1. Members who register in June will be charged the new rate.)
- All memberships expire on June 30 regardless of purchase date
- Go to here to register for Idaho IceWorld’s Learn to Skate classes or call 208-608-7680. REGISTER TODAY.
