Learn to Skate Program Information
at Cape Ann Figure Skating Club

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Introduction
Staff
Directions
Contact Information
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

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ABOUT THE PROGRAM

The CAFSC LTS program teaches skating fundamentals to Tiny Tots thru Adults. Our coaching style is based on the Ice Skating Institute We-Skate program & the USFS Skate With U.S. Basic Skills program, which is the learn-to-skate program officially recognized by USA Hockey. Our program is designed to teach skating skills in a fun, yet structured environment. We offer several sessions so that the skaters have an opportunity to progress through many skating levels while strengthening their skills. Upon completion of our LTS program, your child may wish to continue in our Basic Skills Program, which teaches the stroking & turning skills required for figure skating & hockey programs!

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ABOUT THE COACHES

Faye Greel heads up our program as Learn-To-Skate Director, bringing us over 20 years’ experience teaching skating to tot/beginner levels, as well as advanced levels. She is currently a competitive skater with the Skating Club of Boston’s Adult Theater-On-Ice Team, “Imagica”.

All of our coaches are registered professional coaches of the Ice Skating Institute.

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DIRECTIONS

GLOUCESTER RINK
The Dorothy Talbot Rink is located at the O'Malley School, 32 Cherry Street, Gloucester, MA 01930. Rte 128N to Rotary, take 3rd exit off rotary (following Hospital signs) onto Washington St., take right onto Osmond Babson Rd. (follow signs to school)

HAMILTON RINK
The Johnson Rink is located at the Pingree School, 537 Highland St., S. Hamilton, MA 01982. Rte 128 to Exit 20a onto Dodge St., Beverly, Continue until Wenham Fire Barn is on your right. Take left (opposite Fire Barn) onto Arbor St. Go 0.6 mi. (Arbor St. becomes Highland St.) Take right at Pingree School Sign. Rink is 1st building on your right.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What age should my child be?
· Boys & girls ages 2 1/2 and up are welcome. Children not ready will be asked to try again at a later date.

What should my child wear?
· A safety helmet is required. Mittens or gloves are essential. Clothing should be layered; termal underwear or tights work well. Avoid heavy snowsuits, which restrict movement. Please, no plastic kneepads.

What about skates?
· Hockey and figure skates are appropriate. Skates should not bend over at the ankles enough to tip the blades to either side while standing or skating. Recommended skate size is shoe size or smaller.

What is the student: teacher ratio?
· One instructor will teach no more than ten students.

Can parents skate?
· Parents are not allowed on the ice with their children during classes. Our skating club offers adult classes on Tuesdays and Fridays.

How will we know if classes are canceled?
· If there is no school in the city or town where the rink is located due to inclement weather (or other), then classes are canceled and non-refundable. Call the rink if questionable stormy weather on our Saturday sessions.

How will the lessons be conducted?
· A short stretching & warm-up period will be followed by the Ice Skating Institute’s Learn-to-Skate Program. Games and toys are used to make skating fun!

Will my child be allowed to push a crate?
· Crates will be utilized until your child learns to fall and get up on his/her own (usually for the first two weeks only). If the child can stand on his/her skates, a crate is not necessary and, therefore, will not be used (usually week 3).

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Contact Information

If you have any questions about our learn to skate program, please contact Faye Greel at (978) 546-2290 or email at fayegreel@verizon.net

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Last updated 9/8/2008