From learning the fundamentals (how to tie ice skates) to advanced lessons in dance, freestyle or moves, Park District youth ice skating lessons challenge kids to smooth moves on the ice.
Learn To Skate USA lessons support skaters of all ages with each skater receiving at least a 30-minute group lesson and 15-minutes of open practice time each week. Every skater will receive a “Skate With Us” badge that acts as their admission pass during open public skating sessions at the Blue Line Club Arena.
Hands-on instruction will be limited during lessons and the 15-min break between lessons (used for practice in past years) will now be used to separate participants as the enter and exit the rink in order to correctly and safely implement social distancing. Program offerings are subject to change. When possible, the GF Park District has made changes to our programs that adapt to social distancing. If the ND Dept. of Health does not recommend recreational programming, we plan to postpone the programs or issue refunds/credits. COVID-19 protocol will be sent to all families after registration.
Pre-school open skating offered weekly.
Supervision not provided. No registration required.
Opening Skating Starts: Nov. 4, 2019 – UPDATED
Cost: Free
Location: ICON Sports Center
Open Skating Times:
- Monday, 9:30 – 10:30 am
- Tuesday, 1:15 – 2:15 pm
- Wednesday, 9:30 – 10:30 am
- Thursday, 1:15 – 2:15 pm
Introductory classes allowing children with little to no prior skating experience to build confidence while learning basic skills.
Working on Badges: Snowplow Sam 1-4
Lessons Start: November 5, 2020
What to expect: First Day of Skating
Fees: $70 Resident | $110 Non-Resident
Location: Blue Line Club Arena
Group Assignments: 2020-21 Groups >
Lesson Time Slots:
- Thursday
- 5:45 – 6:15 pm
- 6:30 – 7:00 pm
- Saturday
- 2:30 – 3:00 pm
- 3:15 – 3:45 pm
- Sunday
- 2:45 – 3:15 pm
- 3:30 – 4:00 pm
- 5:00 – 5:30 pm
Laying the foundation for figure skating and hockey, basic skills classes teach ice skating FUNdamentals.
Working on Badges: Basic Skills 1 & 2
Lessons Start: November 5, 2020
What to expect: First Day of Skating
Fees: $70 Resident / $110 Non-Resident
Where: Blue Line Club Arena
Group Assignments: 2020-21 Groups >
Lesson Time Slots:
- Thursday
- 6:30 – 7:00 pm
- 7:15 – 7:45 pm
- Saturday
- 3:15 – 3:45 pm
- 4:00 – 4:30 pm
- Sunday
- 4:15 – 4:45 pm
- 5:00 – 5:30 pm
IMPORTANT INFO:
- Group Skating Section Assignments
- Ice Show Registration Form
- Ice Show Costume Info
- Ice Show Practice Schedules
Skaters will focus on learning Basic 3 and 4 which includes skills needed to perform jumps and spins, allowing pre-advanced skaters to move into the advanced class or other areas of competitive skating.
Working on Badges: Basic Skills 2-4
Lessons Start: November 5, 2020
Fees: $70 Resident / $110 Non-Resident
Where: Blue Line Club Arena
Lesson Time Slots:
- Thursday
- Saturday
- Sunday
- 4:15 – 4:45 pm
- 5:00 – 5:30 pm
Skaters will learn traditional figure skating, including jumps and spins as well as the basic principles and philosophy of choreography, presentation and performance. Lessons conclude with an end-of-year solo exhibition.
Working on Badges: Basic Skills 4-6, Pre-Freeskate, Freeskate 1-6
Lessons Start: November 7, 2020
Fees: $80 Resident / $120 Non-Resident
Where: Blue Line Club Arena
Lessons: (Participants will be in both Sat & Sun Class)
- Saturday, 1:15 – 2:45 pm
- Sunday, 5:45 – 6:30 pm or 6:45 – 7:30 pm
Border Blades
Private Skating Club
Border Blades Figure Skating Club is affiliated with United States Figure Skating (USFS). Membership in the club enables youth skaters to compete in skating competitions and test according to USFS rules. Any level of skater may join.
For more information on all programs, go to www.borderblades.org/home or email info@borderblades.org. For more information, visit: www.borderblades.org
