ADULT BEGINNER - ADVANCED
The Adult curriculum is designed for both beginning and experienced adult skaters who wish to improve their skating skills. Participation in the program will help promote physical fitness and improve balance  and coordination while teaching proper skating techniques. This is an exciting program for people who look to skating as an enjoyable part of a fit and healthy lifestyle.Divided into six levels from basic skating to more advanced skills, adult skaters will progress at an individual rate while being challenged and motivated. Based on prior skating experience, adults may choose to begin at the level that best matches their skill base.
Off-ice orientation: Equipment check: proper fit and lacing of skates, appropriate attire, safety concerns. Practice falling and recovery, walking in place, knee bends and 1-foot balances in skates.

CLASS LEVEL

CURRICULUM

DAY

CLASS TIME

ADULT 1

A. Falling and recovery on ice.

 

 

 

B. Forward marching.

 

 

 

C. Forward 2-foot glide.

 

 

 

D. Forward swizzles 4-6.

 

 

 

E. Rocking-horse.

 

 

 

F. Dip.

 

 

 

G. Forward Snowplow stop.

 

 

ADVANCED ADULT (2-6)

A.Forward and backward crossovers.

 

 

 

B. Forward outside edges R&L

 

 

 

C. Forward inside edges R&L

 

 

 

D. Beginning three turns

 

 

 

E. Beginning mohawks

 

 

 

F. Beginning back outside and inside edges R&L

 

 

ADULT EDGE CLASS

For intermediate and advanced adult skaters who have passed Adult 6. This class incorporates turns & edges into beginning choreography.