Skating Lessons and Figure Skating

ASPEN SKATING SCHOOL/LEARN TO SKATE
The Aspen Skating School offers classes for those wanting to learn more about the basics of skating. Skaters will build solid skating technique whether the desire is to continue as a serious skater or to skate recreationally. We recommend helmets for all beginning skaters - skaters must provide their own helmet. Skaters may skate in either figure skates or hockey skates during any Aspen Skating School class.

Class Information
-Group class, skate rental, and public session on the day of the lesson are included in the fee.
-Skaters must check in for their group lesson at the Skate Shop each day they come for a lesson.
-Drop-in skaters may attend classes for $18 per class.
-Refunds are not available.
-Classes must have a minimum of 3 skaters enrolled or the class may be cancelled.

Class Schedules/Descriptions
For more information contact Elaine Kozel, Skating Director at 544-4116 or elaine.kozel@ci.aspen.co.us

Freestyle Sessions
Freestyle sessions are designed for the skater who desires extra time for practice in a figure-skating-only environment. These sessions have no age restrictions and are open to all levels of figure skaters - even wall-hugging beginning adults. Skaters can work on basic skills, moves in the field, freestyle, dance, and even figures! Private lessons may be scheduled during these sessions.

Fees: $10.50 per session; $180 for a 20 session punch card

ADULT & TOT PLAYGROUP CLASS
These classes are designed for adult skaters with children 6 years and younger (no minimum age). This class is formatted to be like a playgroup rather than a formal class. Skaters will begin to learn the basics of skating through the use of toys and games.

Day: Will resume in the Fall!
Time: TBA
Location: Lewis Ice Arena
Cost: $15 for adult and child; $5 for each additional skater
To register: Drop-in only, no registration required

ADULT FIGURE SKATING CLASSES
These classes are designed for the adult figure skater who has mastery of the basic skating skills such as forward and backward crossovers and three-turns. Skaters will learn edge patterns, connecting moves, jumps, and spins. Classes are held during the morning freestyle session.

Day: To Be Announced
Time: 9:00-9:30 am
Location: Lewis Ice Arena
Cost: $18 per class or $155 for a class pass: includes freestyle session and skate rental if needed

PRIVATE/SEMI-PRIVATE LESSONS
If you are interested in private lessons, please click here to read about the coaches available for instruction. If you would like to schedule a lesson, please contact the instructor directly using the contact information on the attached sheet.

A NOTE TO THOSE INTERESTED IN PLAYING HOCKEY:
USA Hockey recommends that beginning hockey players learn to skate before putting a stick in their hand. Therefore, the Aspen Ice Facilities use a basic skating skills program that teaches students the strong skating skills that are important to master before moving on to hockey or figure skating. In the basic skills classes, students will learn forwards and backwards skating, stopping, and turning.

Aspen Skating Club
The Aspen Skating Club is a non-profit organization devoted to developing the sport of figure skating. The Aspen Skating Club offers a variety of programs and ice times throughout the year. Beginning class programs, shows, and competitive training are all opportunities the Aspen Skating Club provides.
For more information, contact Teri Hooper at 923.4254 or visit www.aspenskatingclub.com

Revolutions Skating Club
Revolutions is a non-profit organization designed to teach and improve figure skating skills for all ages and abilities. Our goal is to provide quality instruction in a creative environment that will foster not only skill progression, but also nourish the soul through expression, positive feedback, and fun! Both group and private lessons are available, and all of our coaches are members of US Figure Skating, as well as the Professional Skaters Association. We skate on Mondays from 4-5pm and Fridays from 4:45-5:45pm at the Aspen Recreation Center. Please call 970-618-6140 for more information and get in on the spin today!

September 2010

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Sunday	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday
29	30 • Public Skating	31 • Public Skating	September 1 • Public Skating	2 • 38th Annual Motherlode Volleyball Classic • Public Skating	3 • 38th Annual Motherlode Volleyball Classic • Public Skating	4 • 38th Annual Motherlode Volleyball Classic • Public Skating
5 • 38th Annual Motherlode Volleyball Classic • Public Skating	6 • Labor Day • 38th Annual Motherlode Volleyball Classic • Public Skating	7 • Public Skating	8	9 • Public Skating	10 • Public Skating	11 • Public Skating
12 • Public Skating	13	14 • Public Skating	15	16 • 43rd Annual Aspen Ruggerfest • Public Skating	17 • 43rd Annual Aspen Ruggerfest • Public Skating	18 • 43rd Annual Aspen Ruggerfest
19 • 43rd Annual Aspen Ruggerfest	20	21	22	23	24	25
26	27 • Public Skating	28 • Public Skating	29 • Public Skating	30 • Public Skating	October 1	2

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