FS Class Enrollment

GSC is a private club. Class enrollment is for members only.

PRIOR TO ENROLLING IN ANY FIGURE SKATING CLASSES, PLEASE FIRST REGISTER FOR THE 2023/24 SEASON AND PAY THE PROGRAM FEE.

Skating Badge Skills:

Basic Skills (Badges 1-6)

This class follows the Basic Skills 1-6 curriculum for the fundamental skills of skating, providing the best foundation for figure skating and hockey. Six progressive levels introduce forward and backward skating, stops, edges, crossovers and turns. Upon completion of the Basic Skills 1-6 levels, skaters will be able to confidently advance to more specialized areas of skating. Classes will be well-structured with the focus on proper skill development taught in a positive, FUN and social environment. Skaters will progress at their own rate and advance after skill mastery is demonstrated. 

Free Skate Skills (Badges Pre-Free Skate- Free Skate 6)

Once a skater has passed all Basic Skills levels, he/she will continue into the Free Skate curriculum. Each free skate level is comprised of a variety of progressive skating skills, transitions, spins and jumps — all of which build on the previous skill, providing skaters a strong foundation of all elements. These levels will be taught in a positive and interactive group format. Instructors will focus on quality and mastery of skills.*

Beginning Jump & Spin:

This class focuses on the skills necessary to perform jumps and spins, as part of the Basic Skills 1-6 curriculum. Favorite skills include two-foot spin, forward lunge, bunny hop jump and shoot the duck.

Prerequisite Level:              Must have passed Basic 2 or higher

Beginning Moves in the Field:

Moves in the Field emphasizes developing and improving basic skating skills – specifically balance, power, edge control/quality, stroking, posture, extension and quickness and flow into each skating element. This class will focus on basic edges as crossovers, spirals, 3-turns and mohawks that are important components of more advanced elements.

Prerequisite Level:       Must have passed Basic 2 or higher

Advanced Jump & Spin:

The Advanced Jump & Spin program teaches various jumps and spins, along with some footwork and power skating sequences.

Prerequisite Level:       Free Skate 2 or higher

Advanced Moves in the Field:

Moves in the Field emphasizes developing and improving basic skating skills – specifically balance, power, edge control/quality, stroking, posture, extension and quickness and flow into each skating element. This class will focus on more intricate, higher-level moves like mohawks, cross rolls and power pulls.

Prerequisite Level:       Free Skate 2 or higher

Open Figure Skating Practice Sessions 

Open Figure Skating Ice is available for skaters who would like to practice their skills outside of group class time. This is a great time to enroll in private instruction and accelerate your skater’s progress.

These times are reserved for skaters focused on practicing their skills in a supportive, team-like environment. This is not meant for social gatherings or recreational skating. All skaters must be registered GSC Figure Skaters, and no guests are permitted. These sessions for skaters at badge level 1 and above. No outside coaches or hockey skates are allowed on the ice at this time.

ADULT PROGRAMS

Adult Figure Skating Class:

This class is for the beginner or intermediate adult skater. Basic skating skills and edges will be emphasized.

Adult Open Figure Skating Practice:

This time is reserved for general practice and private lessons for adults with a pro.

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