An array of Learn
to Skate programs exist on "The Fastest
Ice on Earth" at the Utah Olympic Oval
where Olympians broke world records and earned
gold medals. The Utah Olympic Oval Learn to
Skate program follows the U.S. Figure Skating
Basic Skills program curriculum. No previous
experience is necessary. The class curriculum
is progressive in nature. If this is your first
class you must enroll in Basic Skills for Beginners
Snowplow Sam 1 (ages 3-5), Basic 1 (ages 6-15),
or Adult 1 (ages 16 & up).
• Classes are held either
twice a week for three weeks or once a week
for six weeks.
• Skaters in Basic
Skills for Beginners participate in six
45-minute class sessions consisting of 30
minutes instruction and 15-minutes practice
time.
• Skaters in Advanced Bridge
Program participate in six one-hour class
sessions consisting of 15-minutes on-ice
warm up/practice time, 30-minutes on-ice
and 15-minutes off-ice instruction.
• Classes are taught by registered
U.S Figure Skating Professional Coaches
and Basic Skills Instructors providing expert
instruction.
• Not all ages and
levels are taught at all class times. Refer
to the scheduled sessions below to find
the class times for your level.
•
If you are interested in Learn to Play Hockey
or Learn to Speed Skate, you can sign up
for them after passing the Basic Skills
for Beginners Basic 2 or Adult 2 level.
• Cost is only $50 ($10 off for early
registration, before the first day of class).
• Rental skates and helmets (required
for ages 8 and under) are included in cost.
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Class Levels:
Basic Skills for Beginners:
Snowplow Sam 1-3 (ages 3-5): This class is designed
to help preschool-age children develop the preliminary
coordination and strength necessary to maneuver
on skates. At this level, these FUNdamental
skills are taught with the use of games and
motivation. Upon completion of Snowplow Sam
levels 1-3, skaters may go directly to Basic
2.
Basic 1-4 (ages 6-15): Skaters are introduced
to the fundamental moves of the sport –
forward and backward skating, stops, crossovers
and turns. Development of these skills enables
skaters to advance to the more specialized areas
of figure skating – Free Skating, Ice
Dancing, Pairs and Synchronized Team.
Adult 1-4 (ages 16 & up): Designed to help
the beginning adult skater learn proper skating
techniques, improve balance and coordination,
and promote physical fitness. Adult skaters
will progress at an individual rate while being
challenged and motivated.
Upon completion of the Basic Skills for Beginners
levels, skaters progress to –
Advanced Bridge Program:
Designed for skaters who have graduated from
the Basic Skills for Beginners Basic 4 or Adult
4 level. The advanced bridge program assists
skaters during their transition into higher
level jump, spin and competitive training by
providing a broad range of knowledge about the
sport and a more advanced skating experience
to build confidence. In addition to receiving
instruction for their level of skating skills,
skaters are educated on training session (freestyle)
etiquette, proper warm up, cool down, and stretching
techniques, strength training & conditioning,
jump training, power skating, core strength
& development, nutrition, equipment care,
private lessons, USFS tests, competitions and
joining U.S. Figure Skating through club membership.
Levels offered: Basic 5-8, Free Skate 1-6, Pre-Preliminary
& Preliminary, Adult Pre-Bronze & Bronze
(Great for adults who have passed the basic
skills Adult 4 or Free Skate 1 level).
2009 Winter/Spring Class Session Schedule
Basic Skills For Beginners
Classes Available For Levels Snowplow Sam 1-3,
Basic 1-2, Adult 1-2:
Tuesday & Thursday 5:45-6:30PM
5:45-6:15pm – Group Lesson
6:15-6:30pm – Open Practice
#12A – January 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22
#14A – February 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19
#15A – March 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26
#17A – April 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23
Saturday Only 12:00-12:45PM
12:00-12:30pm – Group Lesson
12:30-12:45pm – Open Practice
#13D – January 10, 17, 24, February 7,
14, 21 (Skip January 31)
#16D – March 14, 21, 28, April 4, 18,
25 (Skip April 11)
Classes Available For Levels Basic 1-2
(Ages 7+), Basic 3-4, Adult 3-4:
Tuesday & Thursday 6:15-7:00PM
6:15-6:30pm – Open Practice
6:30-7:00pm – Group Lesson
#12B – January 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22
#14B – February 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19
#15B – March 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26
#17B – April 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23
Saturday Only 12:30-1:15PM
12:30-12:45pm – Open Practice
12:45-1:15pm – Group Lesson
#13E – January 10, 17, 24, February 7,
14, 21 (Skip January 31)
#16E – March 14, 21, 28, April 4, 18,
25 (Skip April 11)
Advanced Bridge Program
Classes Available For Levels Basic 5-8, Free
Skate 1-6, Pre-Preliminary, Preliminary, Adult
Pre-Bronze, Adult Bronze:
Tuesday & Thursday 6:15-7:15PM
6:15-6:30pm – Warm up
6:30-7:00pm – Group Lesson (on ice)
7:00-7:15pm – Group Lesson (off ice)
Additional practice time is available on Freestyle
sessions at 4:45-5:45pm or 7:30-8:30pm.
#12B – January 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22
#14B – February 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19
#15B – March 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26
#17B – April 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23
Saturday Only 12:30-1:30PM
12:30-12:45pm – Warm up
12:45-1:15pm – Group Lesson (on ice)
1:15-1:30pm – Group Lesson (off ice)
Additional practice time is available on the
Freestyle session at 1:30-2:30pm.
#13E – January 10, 17, 24, February 7,
14, 21 (Skip January 31)
#16E – March 14, 21, 28, April 4, 18,
25 (Skip April 11)
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Click Here to Register!
Register today by calling 801.968.OVAL or register
online.
For more info please contact:
Vicki Dixon
Skate School Coordinator
Phone: 801-963-7119
Email: vicki.dixon@olyparks.com
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