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

 

 

Figure Skating

*Effective 6/9/08 - 9/7/08.

Summer Classes

(Descriptions & Schedules)

Session Dates Freestyle Ice Times
Private Skating Lessons

First Day of Class

Skating Dresses

For Sale!

Summer Overview

Summer Savings!

 

 

 


Philosophy

All classes are structured on the USFSA Basic Skills Program guidelines and will comprehensively focus on those skills for a nine week period.  We have built our summer schedule in a matter that is intensive enough for those looking to skate throughout the entire summer, yet flexible enough for those who have other summer plans and can not attend all 9 weeks.

 

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Program Descriptions

Descriptions and Schedules

 

*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 $7.50 annual fee, not included in program prices.

 

 

 

 


 

Snowplow Sam 1-3*

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 to 5 with little or no skating experience.  Skaters will learn balance and skating skills in a fun, age appropriate environment.

 

Class Day Instruction/Practice 3 Weeks 6 Weeks 9 Weeks Instructor
Snowplow 1-3 Tuesday 4:30-5:00p/5:00-5:20p $44.00 $92.00 $134.00 Angie
Advanced Tots Tuesday 4:30-5:00p/5:00-5:20p $44.00 $92.00 $134.00 Jen

 

 

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Basic 1-8

Ages:  6 - 17

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.  Instructors must strictly adhere to the standards set by the USFSA in order to advance students to the next level.

 

Class Day Instruction/Practice 3 Weeks 6 Weeks 9 Weeks Instructor
Basic 1 & 2 Tuesday 5:20-6:00p/5:00-5:20p $54.00 $102.00 $144.00 Angie
Basic 1 & 2 Thursday 5:20-6:00p/6:00-6:20p $54.00 $102.00 $144.00 Angie
Basic 3 & 4 Tuesday 5:20-6:00p/5:00-5:20p $54.00 $102.00 $144.00 Jennifer
Basic 3 & 4 Thursday 5:20-6:00p/6:00-6:20p $54.00 $102.00 $144.00 Jennifer
Basic 5 & 6 Tuesday 6:20-7:00p/6:00-6:20p $54.00 $102.00 $144.00 Angie
Basic 7 & 8 Thursday 6:20-7:00p/6:00-6:20p $54.00 $102.00 $144.00 Angie

 

 

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Free Skate 1-6

Ages:  6 - 17

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. 

 

Class Day Instruction/Practice 3 Weeks 6 Weeks 9 Weeks Instructor
Free Skate

1 & up

Thursday 6:20-7:00p/6:00-6:20p $54.00 $102.00 $144.00 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 promotes physical fitness and improves 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 Day Instruction Time 3 Weeks 6 Weeks 9 Weeks Instructor
Adult Tuesday 6:30p - 7:10p $54.00 $102.00 $144.00

Jennifer

 

 

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Specialty Classes

 

 

Artistry in Motion 1- 3 (AIM)

Ages:  6 and up

 

Artistry in Motion is designed to educate skaters on the basic principles and philosophy of choreography and to give them a foundation in basic body alignment, movement, and line.  This class is a must for anyone interested in participating in competitions or ice shows!

Requirements:  Skaters must have passed Basic 4 by the start of each session to be eligible for AIM 1 and 2.  Skaters must have passed AIM 1 and 2 to be eligible for AIM 3.

 

Class Day Instruction 3 Weeks 6 Weeks 9 Weeks Instructor
AIM 1 and 2 Tuesday 2:40-3:20p $40.00 $72.00 $99.00 Angie
AIM 3 Tuesday 3:30-4:10p $40.00 $72.00 $99.00 Angie

 

 

Jump and Spin Class

Ages:  6 and up

 

This class is designed to introduce a more advanced instruction to jumps and spins.  Topics covered in this one hour class include take off positions of jumps, landing positions, rhythm and timing, hot to create centrifugal force, centering spins, and accurate positions.

Requirements:  Students must have passed Basic 4 by the start of each session.

 

Class Day Instruction 3 Weeks 6 Weeks 9 Weeks Instructor
Jump and Spin Wednesday 4:00-5:00p $53.00 $85.00 $112.00 Angie & Jennifer

 

 

Power Skating

Ages:  6 and up

 

This intensive 40 minute class teaches correct skating strides and body movements; developing balance, power, agility, speed, and endurance. 

Requirements:  Students must have passed Basic 4 by the start of each session.

 

Class Day Instruction 3 Weeks 6 Weeks 9 Weeks Instructor
Power Skating Thursday 4:20-5:00p $40.00 $72.00 $99.00 Jennifer

 

 

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Summer Savings

 

The more you skate this summer...

the more you save!

 

Skaters who are interested in advancing this summer with OAK's NEW specialty classes will receive a discount off their specialty class by combing it with OAK's Learn to Skate classes!

 

*Receive $5.00 off registration when registered in a Learn to Skate class.

**Receive $10.00 off registration when registered in a Learn to Skate class.

**Receive $15.00 off registration when registered in a Learn to Skate class.

 

Students are not required to be enrolled in Learn to Skate classes to be eligible to take specialty classes.  However, we highly recommend taking a Learn to Skate class to advance even more this summer!

(Click here to see pricing for Specialty Classes.)

 

 

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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 the Upper Level Spectator Area.  No spectators allowed on benches during class times.

 

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Session Dates

 

Session A June 16, 2008- July 6, 2008
Session B

July 14, 2008 - August 3, 2008

Session C August 11, 2008 - August 31, 2008

Session 1*

(Fall A)

Begins September 8, 2008*

*Class days, times, and prices to be determined.

 

 

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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 Figure Skating Program!  Ask one of your skating instructors or call 815-939-1946 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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