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1601 River Road
Kankakee, IL 60901
815-939-1946OAK Orthopedic Sports Arena

 

 

Figure Skating

2006-2007

(Effective 9/10/07 - 6/8/08)

 

 

Program Descriptions

& Schedules

Session Dates Freestyle Ice Times
Basic Skills Membership

First Day of Class

Skating Dresses

For Sale!

Private Skating Lessons

Spring Ice Shows

When the Sun Goes Down 2008 Spring Ice Show

May 3, 2008

 

 


Figure skater

Spring Ice Shows

All OAK Arena students are invited and encouraged to participate in our annual spring ice show on May 3, 2008.  Anyone participating must be enrolled in Session 4 and 5 of the Learn to Skate program.  Rehearsal times will be held throughout both sessions.  Watch for additional upcoming details!

For more information, click on the links below.

 
2009

To Be Announced

2008

When The Sun Goes Down

2007

Rollin' Out the Red Carpet

2006

"Stanging In The Shadows Of Motown"

 

 

 

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Program Descriptions

 

*Payments due at the time of registration. *Classes may be combined or cancelled.
*Classes are non-refundable. *No make-ups allowed for missed classes.
*Program fee excludes skate rentals. *All participants must register as a USFSA Member, which is a $5.00 annual fee, not included in program prices.

 

 

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Snowplow Sam and Tot Advanced Classes

Ages:  4-5

Class Meets Once Per Week for 50 Minutes

 

These programs are designed to teach the fundamentals of skating for children ages 4-5 with little or no skating experience.  Skaters will learn balance and skating skills in an age appropriate and fun environment.  Class includes 30 minutes of instructional lesson time and 20 minutes of individual practice and fun.  Classes follow closely in curriculum, and some classes may be combined.  All participants must register as USFSA Basic Skills Members, which is a $7.50 annual fee, not included in program prices.

 

Class Day Instruction Practice Fee Instructor
Snowplow Tuesday 4:30p - 5:00p 5:00p - 5:20p $119.00 Angie
Tot Advanced Tuesday 4:30p - 5:10p 5:00p - 5:20p $119.00 Jennifer

 

 

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Basic 1-8

Ages:  6-18

Class Meets Once Per Week for 60 minutes

 

This program introduces the fundamental moves - forward skating, backward skating, stops, crossovers, and turns.  Upon completion of the Basic Levels, skaters will have a grasp on the sport, enabling them to advance to the more specialized areas of skating:  free skating, dance, pairs, and synchronized.  Class include 40 minutes of instructional time and 20 minutes of individual practice time.  All participants must register as USFSA Basic Skills Members, which is a $7.50 annual fee, not included in program prices.

 

Class Day Instruction Practice Fee Instructor
Basic 1 & 2 Tuesday 5:20p - 6:00p 5:00p - 5:20p $129.00 Angie
Basic 1 & 2 Thursday 5:20p - 6:00p 5:00p - 5:20p $129.00 TBA
Basic 3 Tuesday 5:20p - 6:00p 5:00p - 5:20p $129.00 Jennifer
Basic 3 Thursday 5:20p - 6:00p 5:00p - 5:20p $129.00 Angie
Basic 4 Tuesday 5:20p - 6:00p 5:00p - 5:20p $129.00 Jennifer
Basic 4 Thursday 5:20p - 6:00p 5:00p - 5:20p $129.00 Jennifer
Basic 5 Tuesday 6:20p - 7:00p 6:00 - 6:20p $129.00 Angie
Basic 6 Tuesday 6:20p - 7:00p 6:00 - 6:20p $129.00 TBA
Basic 7 Thursday 6:20p - 7:00p 6:00 - 6:20p $129.00 TBA
Basic 8 Thursday 6:20p - 7:00p 6:00 - 6:20p $129.00 Angie

 

 

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Free Skate 1-6

Ages:  6 & up

Class Meets Once Per Week for 60 Minutes

 

Free Skate 1-6 is the next step for skaters graduating from the Basic 8 level.  Each Free Skate level is divided into four sections:  Moves in the Field, Dance Sequence, Spins, and Jumps.  These levels are designed so when a skater graduates from Free Skate 6, they have a strong foundation on which to build, showing good use of edges, all basic skills mastered, all spin positions acquired, and every jump learned.  Class include 40 minutes of instructional time and 20 minutes of individual practice time.  All participants must register as USFSA Basic Skills Members, which is a $7.50 annual fee, not included in program prices.

 

Class Day Instruction Practice Fee Instructor
Free Skate Thursday 6:20p - 7:00p 6:00p - 6:20p $129.00 Jennifer

 

 

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Adult

Ages:  18 and up

Class Meets Once Per Week for 60 Minutes

 

This program is designed for the beginning adult skater.  It will promote physical fitness and improve balance and coordination while learning proper skating techniques.  Divided into four levels, adult skaters will progress at an individual rate while being challenged and motivated.  Class include 40 minutes of instructional time and 20 minutes of individual practice time.  All participants must register as USFSA Basic Skills Members, which is a $7.50 annual fee, not included in program prices.

 

Class Day Instruction Time Practice Fee Instructor
Adult Tuesday 6:20p - 7:00p 6:00p - 6:20p $129.00

Jennifer

 

 

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Program Schedule

 

  • Gloves, mittens, and helmet recommended.

  • Snow pants recommended for 4 and 5 year olds.

  • Check in at the front desk for the first day.

  • Only students enrolled in program allowed on practice ice.

  • Parents may observe classes from Upper Level Spectator Area.  No spectators allowed on benches during class or practice times.

 

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Basic Skills Membership

 

There is a $7.50 fee assessed to your program registration the first time you register, which enrolls you for a United States Figure Skating Basic Skills membership for one year.  As a member, you will receive the following benefits to make your skating experience more fun and rewarding:

  • Official Basic Skills Membership Card

  • Basic Skills Record Book with Stickers

  • General Sports Accident Insurance Coverage

  • Official Basic Skills Logo Patch

  • Year Patch, denoting membership year

  • Participate in USFSA lessons and skill assessments

  • Compete and perform in USFSA approved events.

 

 

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Session Dates

 

Session 1 Sept. 10, 2007 - Oct. 28, 2007
Session 2

Oct. 29, 2007 - Dec. 23, 2007

(No classes Nov. 18th - 25th)

Session 3 Jan. 7, 2007 - Feb. 24, 2007

Session 4

Feb. 25, 2007 - April 20, 2007

(No classes March 23-30)

Session 5 April 21, 2007 - June 8, 2007

 

 

 

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Private Skating Lessons

 

All of the OAK Arena Figure Skating Instructors are available for private lessons**!  Our highly qualified staff will work with you one on one to develop the skills learned in the Learn to Skate Classes.  Competitive skaters can work with a private instructor to design programs that are perfectly suited to their artistic style and abilities.  Ask an instructor for more details on how you can take advantage of this offer available exclusively to our Learn to Skate students!

**Students must be enrolled in the Learn to Skate Program to be eligible for private lessons.

 

 

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Skating Dresses For Sale!

 

The OAK Orthopedic Sports Arena Figure Skating Department features gently used skating dresses for sale at fractions of what you might pay somewhere else.  Plus, a portion of the proceeds directly benefit the Spring Ice Show!  Ask one of your skating instructors or call 939-1946 for more details!

 

 

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Freestyle Ice Times

 

Looking to practice your moves?

This time is reserved exclusively for figure skating!

 

Tuesday 2:40pm - 4:20pm
Thursday 2:40pm - 4:20pm
       Price:  $5.00 per half hour

 

 

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