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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!
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Winter Ice Show December 8-10 & 17-18, 2010 |
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*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 $10.00 annual fee, not included in program prices.
Click on class for more details:
Snowplow Sam 1-3
Ages: 4-5
Class Meets Once Per Week for 30 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. Classes follow closely in curriculum, and some classes may be combined. All participants must register as USFSA Basic Skills Members, which is a $10.00 annual fee, not included in program prices.
Class Day Instruction Fee Instructor Snowplow 1-3 Tuesday 4:00p - 4:30p $75.00 TBA Snowplow 1-3 Saturday 9:00a - 9:30a $75.00 TBA
Basic 1-8
Ages: 6-17
Basic 1-6 Classes Meet Once Per Week for 45 minutes
Basic 7-8 Classes Meet 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. Basic 1 - 6 classes include 45 minutes of instructional time. Basic 7 - 8 classes include 1 hour of instructional time. All participants must register as USFSA Basic Skills Members, which is a $10.00 annual fee, not included in program prices.
Class Day Instruction Fee Instructor Basic 1 Tuesday 4:35p - 5:20p $90.00 TBA Basic 1 Saturday 9:00a - 9:45a $90.00 TBA Basic 2 Tuesday 4:35p - 5:20p $90.00 TBA Basic 2 Saturday 9:00a - 9:45a $90.00 TBA Basic 3 Tuesday 4:35p - 5:20p $90.00 TBA Basic 3 Saturday 9:00a - 9:45a $90.00 TBA Basic 4 Saturday 9:50a - 10:35a $90.00 TBA Basic 5 Saturday 9:50a - 10:35a $90.00 TBA Basic 6 Saturday 9:50a - 10:35a $90.00 TBA Basic 7 Saturday 10:40a - 11:40a $110.00 TBA Basic 8 Saturday 10:40a - 11:40a $110.00 TBA
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 includes 1 hour of instructional time. All participants must register as USFSA Basic Skills Members, which is a $10.00 annual fee, not included in program prices.
Class Day Instruction Fee Instructor Free Skate 1 -6 Saturday 10:40a - 11:40a $110.00 TBA
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 includes 1 hour of instructional time. All participants must register as USFSA Basic Skills Members, which is a $10.00 annual fee, not included in program prices.
Class Day Instruction Time Fee Instructor Adult Saturday 10:40a - 11:40a $110.00 TBA
Powerskating
Ages: 6 and up
Class Meets Once Per Week for 20 Minutes
This program is a 30 minute class that teaches correct skating strides and body movements; developing balance, power, agility, speed, and endurance.
Class Day Instruction Time Fee Instructor Low (Basic 3-6) Saturday 11:40a - 12:00p $35.00 TBA
High (Basic 7 & up) Saturday 11:40a - 12:00p $35.00 TBA
The Academy
Ages: 6 - 17
Class Meets Twice Per Week
Class is for skaters who are between the levels of Basic 3 and Freeskate 6.
The Academy is designed to teach skating skills at a faster pace in a small group environment. This five week training program will provide skaters with a variety of on and off ice skating instruction as well as the opportunity to develop further mastery of their skills by working in a semi-private or small group. The program will touch upon the following U.S. Figure Skating disciplines: Ice dancing , synchronized team skating, Artistry in Motion, jumps and spins, Moves in the Field, power skating, and the Basic Skills levels. Enrollment in The Academy will also include an official Academy t-shirt (for the first session) and 5 free freestyle ice times per session!
Class Day Off Ice Instruction Time On Ice Instruction Time Fee The Academy Tuesday
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4:45p - 5:30p 5:40p - 6:40p 1st Session: $140.00
2nd session & beyond: $120.00
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.
When registering:
Next to "Activity", select OAK Arena.
Next to "Center", select OAK Orthopedic Sports Arena.
Click "Search".
Scroll down to find the Learn to Skate class in which you would like to enroll.
Check start/end dates before registering.
Be sure to select correct session.
There is a $10.00 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.
| Session 1 | Sept. 7 - Oct. 23, 2010 |
| Session 2 |
Oct. 26, 2010 - Jan. 8,2011 (No classes Nov. 23-27, Dec. 7-11, and Dec. 21-25, 2010) |
| Session 3 |
Jan. 11 - Feb. 26, 2011 |
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Session 4 |
Mar. 1 - Apr. 23, 2011 (No classes March 22-26, 2011) |
| Session 5 |
Apr. 26 - June 18, 2010 (No classes May 10-14) |
| Session 1 | Sept. 7 - Oct. 7, 2010 |
| Session 2 | Oct. 19 - Nov. 18, 2010 |
| Session 3 |
Nov. 30, 2010 - Jan. 13, 2011 (No classes Dec. 7-9 & 21-23, 2010) |
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Session 4 |
Jan. 18 - Feb. 17, 2011 |
| Session 5 |
Feb. 22 - Mar. 31, 2011 (No classes Mar. 22-24) |
| Session 6 |
Apr. 12 - May 12, 2011 (No classes May 10-14, 2011) |
| Session 7 | May 17 - June 23, 2011 |
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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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! |
Looking to practice your moves?
This time is reserved exclusively for figure skating!
| Tuesday | 3:00pm - 4:00pm |
| Thursday | 5:30pm - 6:30pm |
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Price: $5.00 per half hour |
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COACHES
All instructors who are not employees of the Kankakee Valley Park District and OAK Orthopedic Sports Arena, and who wish to instruct during a contract ice time or public skate time at OAK Orthopedic Sports Arena, will be charged a coaching fee. The coaching fee will be $5.00 per hour, which will need to be paid before the instructor takes the ice. All outside instructors will also need to keep a copy of their current liability insurance (through Ice Skating Institute, U.S. Figure Skating, or Professional Skaters Association) on file with the facility.
