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IceLand Class Descriptions for Both Winter & Spring Sessions

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TOT CLASSES (Ages 3-6)
Parent & Tot FREESTYLE CLASSES
This class is designed for preschoolers accompanied by an adult. Instructional time is Pre-Freestyle/Pre-Freeskate
30 minutes. Under the guidance of one of our very qualified staff, children and parents Pre-Requisite: Must have passed Delta. Skaters will now move from Delta to Pre-Freestyle to learn
will learn the basics of skating though games, songs and having fun. Class weeks 1 & 2 essential building block elements for the freestyle skating levels. Previously skaters have learned some
will start off ice and then move on ice. Beginning week 3, skaters will be on ice only. of these elements in our Gamma and Delta classes. Our skaters will learn two foot backward edges,
Parents must wear skates for this class. All participants will be on the ice each week of ½ flip preparation, two foot spin preparation, jump landing positions, crossovers in a forward and
class. Class will always meet instructor in assigned locker room. backward figure eight, stand still waltz jump, and preparation for forward pivots.
Tot Beginner Freestyle 1-6/Freeskate 1-6
For the skater who has never taken a class before. This is an introductory class. Pre-Requisite: for Freestyle 1 is Pre-Freestyle. We follow the ISI freestyle programs at IceLand,
Precedes Tot 1. Begins off-ice week 1 and 2 for 10-15 minutes, and then enters the ice. combined with the LTS USA. These classes are for the advanced skater.
All participants will be on the ice each week of class. Class will always meet instructor in
assigned locker room.
SPECIALTY CLASSES
Tot 1
Pre-requisite: Tot Beginner. This class is designed to teach your basic skating skills. Power Class (Alpha-FS3 & FS4 & Above)
Standing, falling, getting up, marching, standing dips, 2 foot glides, moving dips and This class focuses on improving edge quality and power while developing artistry and presentation.
moving falls. Each class will have a different focus. All aspects of skating will be explored: edges, turns, endurance,
strength, and control. Aerobic and anaerobic systems will be out to the test each week. Exercise and
Tot 2, Snowplow Sam 2 drills may be performed to music.
Pre-requisite: Tot 1. This class emphasizes marching, moving dips, 2 foot glides, 2 foot
jumps, 1 foot glides, forward swizzles, back wiggles, scooter pushes. Off Ice Conditioning & Freestyle Levels
Pre requisite: Must have approval from Skating Director to enroll in any level except Intro/Beginner.
Tot 3, Snowplow Sam 3 Skaters need more than just in ice training. Off ice conditioning is vital to a good on ice performance.
Pre-requisite: Tot 2. This class emphasizes forward swizzles, snow plow stops, 1 foot The focus of this class will be on core strength, stability, balance, explosive power, flexibility, and off
glides, T-position pushes, zig-zag stroking, moving backward swizzles, forward pumps. ice jump technique. Students will participate in a challenging workout that should help improve their
Tot 4, Snowplow Sam 4 on-ice performance. Skaters must have a good pair of cross training shoes, a jump rope, an exercise
Pre-requisite: Tot 3. This class emphasizes zig-zag stroking, snow plow stops left and mat, and water.
right, backward swizzles, pumps on circle, circular push and glides, 2 foot jumps Ballet Level 1
forward and backward. Pre-requisite: Open to anyone who has never taken ballet before or has little experience in ballet or
floor barre. Basic ballet skills, terminology, rhythm, and coordination are taught, practiced, and
LEARN TO SKATE CLASSES (Ages 6 & Up) developed through creative movement, music, and mime in a supportive and supervised
Beginner Class environment. Taking ballet more than once a week is very beneficial to all skaters.
This class is designed for children accompanied by an adult. Instructional time is 30 Ballet Level 2
minutes. Under the guidance on one of our very qualified staff, children and parents Pre-requisite: Must have permission from the Skating Director. It is well known that figure skating and
will learn the basics of skating though games and fun. Class weeks 1 & 2 will start off ballet are closely related and complement each other. All aspects of off ice dance class and
ice and then move on ice. Beginning week 3, skaters will be on ice only. Parents must techniques apply directly to figure skating techniques. By perfecting positions and balance off the ice
wear skates for this class. All participants will be on the ice week 1 through 9. in dance class, on ice performance can benefit greatly. Add in the artistry of dance and a complete on
Pre-Alpha 1, Basic 1 ice package should be within reach of any dedicated skater. Taking ballet more than once a week is
Pre-requisite: Has completed the Beginner Class, Parent/Beg, or 1 term of Pre-Alpha 1. very beneficial to all skaters.
This introductory class is designed to teach your basic skating skills. Skaters are taught Floor Barre
proper techniques on falling, getting up and balance, 2-foot glides, dips, scooter pushes, Pre requisite: Must have permission from the Skating Director. Floor Barre is a cross training workout
forward swizzles and one-foot glides. that improves skater’s strength and flexibility with an emphasis on skeletal and muscular alignment
Pre-Alpha 2, Basic 2 necessary for on and off ice maneuvers. It will help improve your spins and spiral positions while
Pre-requisite: Pre-Alpha 1. Advanced balance with emphasis on swizzles forward and increasing muscular strength necessary for bigger and higher jumps. This full body workout also
backward, 1 foot glides, snow plow stops, forward stroking and pumps. increases core strength and tones the athlete’s body.
Alpha 1/2, Basic 3/4 Spin Workshop
Pre-requisite: Pre-Alpha 2 or Tot 4. Skaters are taught right and left push-glides on Pre requisite: Beginner- Passed Alpha-FS1, Level 1- Passed FS1 through passed FS 4 levels, Level 2-
outside and inside edges, forward stroking, circular pumps, snow plow stops and Passed Freestyle 5 and above levels or permission from skating director. This class will focus only on
backward glides. spin entrances, exits, balance, and positions. Skater should be able to do clean forward and backward
Beta 1/2, Basic 5 spins. Features will be introduced. Enrollment is at the discretion of the skating director.
Pre-requisite: Alpha 2. Skills taught include backward stroking, back pumps straight and Friday Night Dance Party, Hip Hop, Jazz,
on circle, back pumps, backward crossovers, forward outside edge 1 foot glides,
T-Stops, and moving 2 foot turns. Theatre Dance
Pre requisite: Any age, some previous dance experience required. This fast-paced class will be a great
Gamma, Basic 6 way to kick off the weekend. Fun dance moves, popular music and various dance styles will be
Pre-requisite: Beta 2. Skills taught are outside 3-turns, Mohawk sequence, forward covered.
inside edge 1 foot glides, 2 foot edges, hockey stops.
Delta, Basic 6, Pre Freeskate,
Freeskate 1-6 & Up
Pre-requisite: Gamma. Skills taught are inside 3-turns, forward outside and inside
edges, bunny hops, lunge, shoot the duck and 2 foot backward edges.
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