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The Arcadia Ice Learn to Skate program
consists of an 16 week session, with Saturdays only classes. We
offer classes for entry level to advanced skaters. The basic skills
program teaches the sport of skating to beginners of all ages and
abilities. Students are continually evaluated and placed in the
appropriate class. All classes are taught by qualified USFSA Skating
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Annual
Holiday Show |
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Annual Holiday Show Series
This year’s Show will be featuring music from
the famous Ballet “The Nutcracker and will
take place on December 20th from 10:15-11:45am.
Attention all Customers,
This year’s show theme will be Snow and Ice
featuring music from “The Nutcracker”. The show
will be held on December 20th from
10:15am-11:45am. Our annual shows give our
skaters the opportunity to show off
their skills to their family and friends. Even
if your child is new to our program this will be
a fun and exciting experience for all involved.
Costume and registration fees are included with
registration. Please have your child’s costume
size available upon registration. Costume size
deadline will be Saturday, October 4, 2008.
All
show costumes will be standard skating dresses
that your child will be able to wear again and
again! You will be provided
with a receipt of payment upon registration. For
any further questions please feel free to
contact me directly. Show rehearsals will take
place during regularly scheduled learn to skate
class times. Additionally, this year we will be
having a show rehearsal on Friday, December 19th
from 9:00am- 11:00am.
Happy
Holidays!
Heather Lorance
Skating Director
Arcadia Ice Arena
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U.S. Figure
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Figure Skating
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Contact Information |
Pricing
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Heather Lorance,
Skating Director
602-957-9966 x230 or
heather [at]
arcadiaice.com |
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Program |
Price |
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16
week series |
$240.00 |
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USFSA
Registration |
$7.50 |
Only $240.00 for a 16 week series of
classes, which includes a costume your child can wear
again and again.
THIS SERIES MAY BE PAID IN TWO
PAYMENTS
• 1st payment due 9/6/08
• 2nd payment due 11/1/08 |
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Program
Benefits |
USFSA
Requirement |
SHOW SERIES
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Classes consist of 20
minutes of instruction
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20 minutes of show practice
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5 minutes of interactive FUN
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ALL SKATERS ARE ENTITLED TO A SOLO!
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FREE rental skates on day of class
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FREE unlimited Public Session
Admission during series enrollment
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2 FREE Public Session Guest Passes
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Bring a Friend & Family Discounts
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Pro-Rating Available
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Certificate of Advancement
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USFSA Instruction
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USFSA Membership Book & Card (given to
skaters
upon Receipt from the USFSA)
Membership runs: Sept. 1st—Aug 30th annually.
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New customers are required to
purchase United States Figure Skating Association (USFSA) Insurance for $7.50. This
must be added to your shopping cart along with your purchase.
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Returning customers must be in
good standing with the USFSA to participate in classes.
Arcadia Ice is no longer offering credits for missed classes.
Please contact Heather Lorance at
heather@arcadiaice.com
with any questions you have regarding this policy |
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Recommended Items |
Class Series |
Recommended
items for first class
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Jacket or Sweater
- Long
Pants
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Gloves
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Socks
*Please
arrive at least 20 minutes before the first class if you
have already pre-registered so you have time to get rental
skates and check-in.
*If you plan
on registering on class day, please arrive 30-40 minutes
before class.
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Class #1 |
September 6 |
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Class #2 |
September 13 |
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Class #3 |
September 20 |
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Class #4 |
September 27 |
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Class #5 |
October 4 |
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Class #6 |
October 11 |
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Class #7 |
October 18 |
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Class #8 |
October 25 |
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Class #9 |
November 1 |
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Class #10 |
November 8 |
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Class #11 |
November 15 |
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Class #12 |
November 22 |
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Class #13 |
November 29 |
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Class #14 |
December 6 |
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Class #15 |
December 13 |
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Class #16 |
December 20 |
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Class
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On-Ice Class Initial Recommended Classes |
On-Ice Class Schedule |
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Ages 5 and Under |
Ages 6 + |
Adult |
9:00am |
10:15am |
11:00am |
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Parent & Me
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Hockey Tots |
Basic 1
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Hockey 1 |
Adult 1
or
Hockey 1 |
Minimites
Learn to Play
Hockey |
Basic 1
Basic 2
Basic 3
Basic 4-5
Ice Dance
Jump & Spin
Hockey 1-4 |
Basic 1
Parent & Me
Hockey Tots
Basic 6-8
Adult 1-2
Adult 3-4
Freestyle 1-3
Freestyle 4-6 |
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Class
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Parent and Me |
Basic 6-8 |
Arcadia’s Parent & Me Class allows the
parent to also be part of the ACTION!
The Parent & Me class is designed for children ages 2-5 to
become comfortable on the ice with the aid of their parent.
In this class the children will learn the proper way to fall
and the proper way to get up both on and off ice as well as
marching and dipping across the ice. The first class of each
semester will meet off ice so that the instructor can teach
the kids important safety tips. Once skaters advance from
this class both they and their parent can continue to learn
in our more advanced classes. This class will help the
younger student develop the coordination and strength needed
to excel at the higher levels.
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Here students will begin learning how to
change direction quickly both from forward to backward on
two feet as well as on one foot. In this class students will
also learn how to manipulate their blades from edge to edge
using both 3-turns and mohawks. Skaters will be evaluated on
their ability to perform forward outside 3-turns, mohwaks,
and hockey stops. Additionally the skaters may begin to
learn simple jumps. Additionally, the skaters will continue
to learn appropriate methods for changing directions as well
as formal forward edges, which were previously learned in
figures. Skaters will be evaluated on their ability to
perform forward inside 3-turns, forward outside and inside
edges, shoot-the-ducks/lunges, and bunny hops.
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Basic 1 |
Freeskate |
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This class is designed for the beginning
skater above age 5. In this class, students will learn
several different ways to get across the ice successfully.
Skaters will be evaluated on the following skills: marching
across the ice, forward swizzles, backward wiggles, and
snowplow stop.

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This category is divided into 6 levels:
Freestyle 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6. These levels make up the
highest levels of Learn to Skate and are the transition
point to private lessons if the skater does not already have
a private coach. Skaters are always excited to enter the
freeskate levels because they often see skaters jumping,
spinning, and gliding across the ice. In the freestyle
levels the skater begins to learn basic to intermediate
jumps, spins, and other advanced maneuvers. Each freeskate
level is divided into four sections: Moves in the Field,
Dance Sequences, Spins, and Jumps. Additional detail on
individual levels can be seen in the USFS handbook and
upcoming newsletters.
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Basic 3/4 |
Hockey 1-4 |
In this class students will learn how to
glide across the ice and how to turn from forward to
backward. Students will be evaluated on the following
skills: two-foot gliding, one-foot gliding, advanced forward
swizzles, and advanced backward swizzles. Additionally the
skaters may begin to learn two-foot spins.
Additionally at this level skaters will learn appropriate
stroking methods. Forward stroking and crossovers will
become the skater’s primary mode of transportation across
the ice. Stroking requires that the skater push, glide, and
extend on one foot while maintaining an edge. In this class
the skater will also learn forward crossovers. Students will
be evaluated on the following skills: forward stroking –
showing correct use of blade, and one-foot snowplow stop. It
is not uncommon for skaters to remain in this class for 2
series.
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The hockey curriculum has been designed
to teach the students the fundamentals of hockey. The
skaters will learn to become more agile and to maneuver
faster.

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Basic 4/5 |
Adult & Teen |
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Here is where the skater learns their
primary mode of transportation, CROSSOVERS. Forward and
Backward Crossovers are often difficult for some students.
It is common for the skater to require additional practice
and possibly a15-minute supplemental private lesson in order
to master them. Additionally the skaters will learn backward
skating. Skaters often prefer to use backward skating as
their means of getting across the ice quickly. Like forward
crossovers, it is often difficult for some students
therefore it is common for the skater to require additional
practice and possibly 15-minute supplemental private lessons
in order to master them. Students will be evaluated on the
following skills: backward stroking, forward and backward
crossover strokes, hockey stops, and 1-foot spins. |
Our adult/teen program is designed for
the beginner skater over the age of 17. These classes
provide older skaters with a more comfortable environment to
learn in while surrounded by their peers. The class pace is
designed to suit the needs of the older student. These
classes help the skaters improve their balance and
coordination while maintaining physical fitness. These
classes also allow the student to progress at an individual
rate.

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Off-Ice Class
Schedule |
*Click on the
Minimite
and Learn to
Play Hockey links for additional information regarding
those programs and pricing* |
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9:30 a.m. |
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Off Ice Jump and
Conditioning |
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