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Newark, DE 19716
phone: (302) 831-2868
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Learn To Skate
About the Program Tot 1 - Delta 2 Freestyle/Ice Dance/Field Moves Ballet/Stroking/SynchroParties and events First State Invitational Synchronized Skating Frequently Asked Questions Registration and Policies

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About the Learn to Skate Program

Group lessons

The curriculum follows the guidelines established by the Ice Skating Institute (ISI), although we also include the USFS elements in our instruction. This makes a wonderful blend of both programs and makes an easy transition into either direction of the skating world. This maximizes your development, enhances learning, and gives you the best of both! Our lesson programs are available for ages 3 and up and all ability levels. Classes consist of eight half-hour lessons, followed by eight half-hour practice sessions. Lessons are available year round, and categorized into four sections; fall, winter, spring and summer. Depending on the number of registrations, classes are generally grouped for ages 3-6, 7-13, and 14 & older, and according to ability level. Class size is limited to a maximum of 15 students. All classes will be held in the Fred Rust Ice Arena.

Testing

Testing is available on the seventh week of class for all skaters. Each student receives a certificate, ribbon and/or badge to indicate his or her progress each series. ISI membership is a separate $10 per year, and is required in order to receive a badge for levels pre-alpha and up. Membership applications are available at the information window at the Fred Rust Arena or at www.skateisi.com

Class progression  
Age 6 and under Tot 1 --> Tot 2 --> Tot 3 --> Tot 4
Age 7 and up Pre-Alpha --> Alpha 1 --> Alpha 2 --> Beta 1 --> Beta 2 --> Gamma 1 --> Gamma 2 --> Delta 1 --> Delta 2 --> Freestyle/Ice Dance Program


Learn to Skate Class Fees -- click here

Registration for Classes

It is easy to register for our Community Classes.

There are three ways to register:

  1. New! Register online using our secure forms (credit card payments only)
    Select the appropriate form below for the desired program. You may register up to 2 skaters per form.
  2. Call (302) 831-2868 to have a program guide and registration form mailed to you.

  3. Visit the Fred Rust Ice Arena Informational Window Monday - Friday 8am - 6pm

Any questions? Please contact:
University of Delaware
Fred Rust Ice Arena
Newark, DE 19716
(302) 831-6051
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