The Snowplow Sam levels are introductory group classes divided into 4 progressive levels allowing children with no prior skating experience to build confidence while learning the basic skills of skating. These group classes are designed to help children 6 and younger develop the ABC's of movement - Agility - Balance - Coordination and Speed. The ABCs are essential for developing fundamental movement skills and physical literacy. All group classes will be taught in a safe and positive environment, incorporating fun and games making class time an enjoyable experience for all.

CLASS LEVEL	CURRICULUM	DAY	CLASS TIME
SNOWPLOW SAM 1	Off-ice orientation prior to the first class.
	A. Sit and stand up with skates on - off-ice.
AGES 3-6	B. Sit and stand up - on ice.
	C.a March in place.
	D. March forward (8-10 steps)
	E. March, then glide on two feet.
	F. Dip in place.
SNOWPLOW SAM 2	A. March & long glide.
	B. Moving Dip.
AGES 3-6	C. Backward walking toes turned inward.
	D. Backward wiggles.
	E. Forward swizzles (2-3).
	F. Beginning snowplow stop.
	G. 2-foot hop.
SNOWPLOW SAM 3	A. Forward skating.
	B. Forward 1-foot glide (R & L).
AGES 3-6	C. Forward swizzles (4-6).
	D. Backward swizzles (2-3).
	E. Moving forward snowplow stop.
	F. Curves.
SNOWPLOW SAM 4	A. Forward skating.
	B. Backward 2-foot glide.
AGES 3-6	C. Backward swizzles (4-6).
	D. Rocking-horse.
	E. 2-foot turns forward to backward.
	F. 2-foot hop in place.