LEARN TO SKATE
General Information
The Skating Club of CNY participates in the official LTSUSA learn to skate program. Skaters will grow as skaters by successfully completing each element in a given level. The last class in each semester is dedicated to testing a skater’s development and will determine if they have achieved the necessary skills to move to the next level. It is natural for a skater to have to repeat levels more than one time in order to successfully complete each required skill in a level. We provide lessons year round and offer six semesters throughout the year. Depending on your skater’s goals, you may choose to register for just a few semesters or all six. All classes are one hour long and include a 30 minute group lesson and 30 minutes of practice time on their own. Private lessons will be available during the practice time for our Snowplow Sam through Pre free skate students for an additional fee. Rental skates are included.
REMINDERS
- On the first night, check in at the registration desk.
- Arrive at least 15 minutes before your class time.
- Rental skates are included with the registration fee.
- If using rental skates, these may be picked up and returned at the skate counter each week.
- Practice ice will be either before or after your group lesson depending on level.
- A current yearly LTSUSA membership must be purchased prior to registration.
Purchase a Learn to Skate USA Membership Here
EQUIPMENT NEEDED
- Properly fitted skates, either your own or the provided rentals.
- Helmet for beginner skaters(not provided).
- Mittens, gloves, snow pants, and hat(or helmet) is suggested for beginner skaters.
- Dress in layers.
- Small towel to clean off blades.
- Soakers to protect blades between lessons(if you have your own skates).
INFORMATION ON SKATES
- Dry skates off completely when you take them off after lessons.
- Put soft cloth soakers on blades when not in use.
- Take skates out of your bag when you get home.
- Do not store skates with hard guards on.
LOOKING FOR SKATES
There is a local skate shop in Camillus that sells skates, soakers, hard guards, skate clothes, and more. They also provide skate sharpening services.
Contact:
M&M Skatewear - Lisa Mirabito (315)672-5750
SKATE SHARPENING SCHEDULE
Snowplow-Basic 1-6 - Every 12 weeks
All Free Skate levels - Every 8 weeks
All Aspire Synchro skaters - Every 6-8 weeks
ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
- Private Lessons are available for an additional fee during the LTS practice ice. See our Private Lessons page for more information.
- Local skating competitions are available for your skater to participate in from December through June. Speak with a coach if your skater is interested in attending a competition.
- Synchronized Skating Team. Our synchro teams hold evaluations in the spring. Also, look out for different opportunities to try synchro throughout the year.
- We will be holding our Skate Challenge competition here in Cicero on March 15th & 16th. Information and registration details will be out in January.
- Our Annual Ice Show will be held on May 18th. Look for information and registration details in January.
Learn to Skate USA
All skaters enrolling in our LTS program will need to first register with Learn to Skate USA. This is a yearly membership.Click the button below to purchase your LTSUSA membership.
