Palisades Skating School

Palisades Skating School Online Registration

Registration Information

Ways to register:

1. Register Online, Pay online and receive an extra public skating pass.
2. Best times to register at the rink: Saturdays 10:30 - 5:30, Sundays 2:00 - 5:30, Tuesdays 4:30 - 8:00
3. Drop off your hand written application with a check in the mail slot at the rink. (See mail slot at General Manager's door near the Admission desk.).
4. Mail in hand written application and payment.

Group Lessons - Fees, Ages and Skills

SKATERS MUST BE at least 4 YEARS OF AGE.


  Oct 2009 - Aug 2010
8 week session
Early registration
Oct 2009 - Aug 2010
8 week session
Sept/Oct '08
7 week session
Early registration
Sept/Oct '08
7 week session
Class        
Registration - all skaters $15 Annual fee $15 Annual fee $15 Annual fee $15 Annual fee
Snowplow 1-3 $155 $165 $136 $146
Basic 1-8 $155 $165 $136 $146
Hockey Intro + Intermed. $155 $165 $136 $146
Adult 1-4 $155 $165 $136 $146
Freeskate 1-Super Skaters $155 $165 $136 $146
Ice Dance $155 $165 $136 $146
Intro To Synchronized $110 $110 $110 $110
Exhibition Synch Team $190 $190 $190 $190
Jr. Club $185 $200 $185 $200
Ice Show $35 $35 $35 $35
Parents On practice ice $25 Annual fee $25 Annual fee $25 Annual fee $25 Annual fee
Online registration Additional skate pass Additional skate pass Additional skate pass Additional skate pass
Sibling Discount, per additional skater $5 $5 $5 $5
4 Session (8 month) 10% 10% 10% 10%

The Snowplow Sam® - Levels 1 through 3: AGES 4 - 5 (Click for more details)
The Snowplow Sam levels are designed to help the preschool age skater develop preliminary coordination and strength necessary to maneuver on the ice.

Snowplow Sam 1: Sit and stand up on ice, March in place, Dip in place
Snowplow Sam 2: Dip while moving, Forward two-foot swizzles, Two-foot hop in place
Snowplow Sam 3: Forward skating, Backward swizzles, Curves

Basic Skills® Levels 1 through 8: AGES 6 and ABOVE. (Click for more details)
The Basic Skills are the fundamentals of the sport. These eight levels of the program introduce the fundamental moves - forward skating, backward skating, stops, edges, crossovers, turns and mohawks. Upon completion of the Basic 1-8 levels, skaters will have the basic knowledge of the sport enabling them to advance to the more specialized areas of skating.

Basic 1: Sit on ice and stand up, March forward across the ice, Forward swizzles - 6-8 in a row, Backward wiggles - 6-8 in a row, Snowplow stop
Basic 2: Backward swizzles - 6-8 in a row, Two-foot turn from forward to backward in place, Moving snowplow stop, Forward alternating 1/2 swizzle pumps, in a straight line (slalom-like pattern)
Basic 3: Forward stroking, showing correct use of blade, Forward 1/2 swizzle pumps on a circle - 6-8 consecutive - clockwise and counterclockwise, Moving forward to backward two-foot turn - clockwise and counterclockwise, Two-foot spin - up to 2 revolutions
Basic 4: Forward edges, Forward crossovers - clockwise and counterclockwise, Backward snowplow stop - R and L
Basic 5: Backward edges, Backward crossovers - clockwise and counterclockwise, One-foot spin - up to 3 revolutions, optional entry and free foot position, Side toe hop - both directions
Basic 6: T-stop, R or L, Bunny hop, Forward arabesque/spiral on a straight line - R or L, Forward lunge - R or L
Basic 7: Forward inside open mohawk from a standstill position - R to L and L to R, Ballet jump - R or L, Forward inside pivots - R or L
Basic 8: Moving forward outside three-turn on a circle - R and L, Moving forward inside three-turn on a circle - R and L, One foot spin, optional entry and free foot position, Waltz jump, Mazurka - R or L

Adult - Levels 1 through 4: (Click for more details)
The adult curriculum 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.

Adult 1: Falling and recovery, Swizzles, Backward skating, Two-foot turns, in place
Adult 2: Forward stroking, Forward crossovers - clockwise and counterclockwise, Backward one-foot glide, R or L, Forward pivot
Adult 3: Backward crossovers - clockwise and counterclockwise, Inside mohawk, either direction, Backward snowplow stops - R or L, Beginning two-foot spin
Adult 4: Forward three-turns, outside and inside, R and L, Footwork sequence, Power three-turns
Adult Freeskate: Freeskate elements for adults. Must have passed A4

Hockey: Age 5 and above. (Click for more details)
Must have passed Snowplow 3 or Basic 1. The hockey curriculum is designed to teach the fundamentals of hockey skating. Proper skating techniques are the primary focus of the levels. All elements are taught without a stick or puck.
Participant will need hockey skates and an ice-approved certified hockey helmet.

Intro to Hockey: Teaches proper stance, basic forward and backward skating, gliding on two feet, forwards swizzles, snowplow stops. Backward stance, forward one foot glide, backward hustle and swizzles, glide turns, moving snowplow stops.
Intermediate Hockey: Teaches forward C-Cuts, hockey turns, forward slalom, forward stop and starts, backward V-stop, lateral marching crossovers. One foot pushes, forwards crossover glides and crossovers, backward C-Cuts and one foot glide, mohawk and hockey stop.

Free Skate - Must have passed Basic 8 or Adult 4. (Click for more details)
Teaches jumps, spins and footwork.
Free Skate 1: Advanced forward stroking, Scratch spin from back crossovers (minimum three revolutions), Half flip
Free Skate 2: Basic back outside and back inside consecutive edges, Waltz threes, Beginning back spin (two turns)
Super Skaters (FS 3+): may include Waltz eight, Salchow, Back spin with free foot in crossed leg position. Spiral sequence, Sit spin, Loop jump, Camel spin, Flip jump, Forward upright spin to back scratch spin, Alternating back crossovers to back outside edges, Camel/sit spin combination (five revolutions), Lutz jump

Program Description

We offer group skating lessons for all skill levels, from children 4-years-old up to adult. This Basic Skills® structured program teaches the fundamentals of the sport for recreational skating and is a prerequisite for hockey and figure skating programs.

Ways to save on Group Lessons with Learn-to-Skate:

Class Times and Calendar

2009/2010 SKATING SCHOOL
GROUP LESSON & EVENT SCHEDULE

Class Schedule - Sept through June

Class times subject ot change based on enrollment.

Tuesday

6:15 - 6:40 pm

Snowplow 1

Snowplow 2

Snowplow 3

Basic 1

Adult 1 & 2 Combined

Hockey 1 & 2

6:40 - 7:05 pm

Practice Time

Private Lessons

Learn to Synch 1-4

Ice Dance (not Nov/Dec)

Ice Show BS2 - BS8 (Nov/Dec)

Ice Show Adult 1 - 4 (Nov/Dec)

Ice Show Freeskate (Nov/Dec)

7:05 - 7:30 pm

Adult 3 + 4 combined

Basic 2

Basic 3

Basic 4

Basic 5

Basic 6

Basic 7

Basic 8

Freeskate 1

Freeskate 2

Super Skaters (FS3+)

Hockey 3 & 4

Saturday

12:30 - 12:55 pm

Snowplow 1

Snowplow 2

Snowplow 3

Basic 1

Hockey 1 & 2

Adult 1 & 2

12:30 - 12:55 pm

Off-Ice: Exhibition Synch Team

12:55 - 1:20 pm

Practice Time

Private Lessons

Ice Show BS2 - BS8 & Hockey (Nov/Dec)

Ice Show Adult 1-4 (Nov/Dec)

Jr Club (Basic 6+) - On Ice

1:20 - 1:45 pm

Practice Ice: Exhib Synch only

Hockey 3 & 4

Adult 3 & 4

Basic 2

Basic 3

Basic 4

Basic 5

Basic 6

1:45 - 2:10 pm

Jr Club (Basic 6+) - Off Ice

Exhibition Synch Team - On Ice

Adult Freestyle

Adult Synch

Session information


Jul/Aug: 8 weeks - Session 6
Deadline: Saturday June 30

Tuesday: July 7 - Aug 25

 


Sept/Oct: 7 weeks - Session 1
Saturday: Saturday September 5

Saturday: Sept. 12 - Oct. 24
Tuesday: Sept. 8 - Oct. 20

 


Nov/Dec: 8 weeks - Session 2
Deadline: Saturday October 24

Saturday: Oct. 31 - Dec. 19
Tuesday: Oct. 27 - Dec. 15

 


Jan/Feb: 8 weeks - Session 3
Deadline: Saturday January 2

Tuesday: Jan. 5 - Feb. 23
Saturday: Jan. 9 - Feb. 27

 


Mar/Apr: 8 weeks - Session 4
Deadline: Saturday February 27

Tuesday: Mar. 2 - Apr. 20
Saturday: Mar. 6 - Apr. 24


May/Jun: 8 weeks - Session 5
Deadline: Saturday April 24

Saturday: May 1 - June 19
Tuesday: April 27 - June 15


Jul/Aug: 8 weeks - Session 6
Deadline: Tuesday June 29

Tuesday: July 6 - Aug 24

 

Specialized Programs & Fees

Choose a variety of classes to learn new
skills and round out your training.

Sign up on the Skating School Hand Written Application form or register and pay online and get an extra public session pass.

INTRO to SYNCHRONIZED SKATING   



The synchronized team skating badge program is a fun introduction to the five basic elements of the discipline: circle, line, block, wheel, and intersection/transition. The purpose of these tests is to introduce skaters to synchronized team skating and to familiarize them with elementary holds, formations and transitions. A group can consist of six or more skaters to get started.

Intro: Tuesdays 6:40 - 7:05 pm

Prerequisite:
You must have passed Basic 4 or Adult 2
Class (8 Weeks):
25 minute class and
25 minute practice ice.
Cost:
$110 + $15 Annual School Registration fee.

JR. CLUB  

A program designed to bridge Basic Skills skaters to the US Figure Skating testing and competitive track. Come train with us!
On-Ice: stroking, edges, jumps, spins, basic ice dance, artistry, synchronized skating.
Off-Ice: stretching and strengthening exercises, landing positions, artistry, and dance. Information session for parents.

Saturdays 12:55 - 2:10 pm

Prerequisite:
You must have passed Basic 5 or Adult 3
Class (8 Weeks):
12:55 - 1:20 On-Ice
1:45 - 2:10 Off-Ice
Cost:
$190 + $15 Annual School Registration fee.

Bring a notebook and stretching mat.
You must wear sneakers for off-ice classes.
NOTE: Competitor's Club privilege - Alumni of 3 Competitor Club sessions may take private instruction with Competitor Club instructors at this time.

USFSA MEMBERSHIP: is required to participate in this program, either through:
   •USFSA Basic Skills membership or
   •Regular USFSA Club membership (ask for separate application)

Synchronized Skating EXHIBITION TEAM  

Requires COMMITMENT to the team from both skater and parent.
Teaches competitive level team skills.
Various exhibition performances throughout the year.

Requirements to be part of the TEAM:
   •Team dress and over-the boot tights are necessary for all performances. Approximately $50 per season.
   •Participation is mandatory 4 weeks prior to an exhibition. All efforts will be made to advise of performance dates at least six weeks in advance.

Sat. 12:30 - 2:10 pm

Prerequisite:
You must have passed Synch 3
Class (8 Weeks):
1:45 - 2:10 pm On-ice class
1:20 - 1:45 pm Practice ice
12:30 - 12:55 pm Off-ice class
Cost:
$190 + $15 Annual School Registration fee.