Cyclones Arena Learn to Skate Program

Applications for our Learn to Skate are available on-line. Open Enrollment all Year Long. Don't miss the opportunity to learn the fundamentals of skating at a state-of-the-art arena! Sign up today!

                                                 
Program Overview

This learn to skate program gives skaters of all levels the tools they need to learn and refine their skills.  Whether you are interested in figure skating, hockey or just looking for a fun challenge, this program is for you!  Your child will be provided with a 40-minute group lesson from one of our instructors as well as a 10 minute practice free skate to work on individual skills.  This class is designed for children ages 5 and up.

Our classes will be run in conjunction with the U.S. Figure Skating Basic Skills program and our professional coaching staff. Our program teaches the fundamentals of hockey skating as well as figure skating.  To register in person for the current session, you can stop by the arena at any time and fill out a registration form or you can download our Monday or our Saturday registration forms. 
 

Winter Schedule

Monday 6:20-7:10
Session 1
November 16 - January 25 (no class 12/28)

Session 2
February 1 - April 5

Saturday 8:20-9:10
Session 1
November 21 - January 9 (no class 11/28, 12/26)

Session 2
January 23 - March 27  

Please Note:
-All skaters under 6 and all beginners are strongly advised to wear a helmet (either a hockey or bike helmet) and warm clothing such as mittens, water repellant pants, and a jacket.
-Skaters must also have their own pair of ice skates (figure or hockey only - no double runners).
-Skaters are required to pay an annual $15 registration fee.

Learn to Skate Director - Curt Doten 

The Cyclones Arena is proud to announce Curt Doten as it's Skating Director for the Learn to Skate Program.  Curt is a former New England Regional, Eastern Sectional, and United States National Championships Gold Medalist.  He is a United States Figure Skating Association Gold Medalist in Free Skating and Moves in the Field.  Curt trained under World and Olympic coaches Evy and Mary Scotvold, and has been coaching students of his own since 2003.  He is a member of the Professional Skaters Association and the United States Figure Skating Association.  He is also a graduate of Colgate University.