Intro to Figure Skating Program
Intro to Figure Skating is a brand new program to RTC and one that we are very excited about. This is a bridge program to help skaters transition from our Learn to Skate program into the sport of Figure Skating.
Intro to Figure Skating is a 2-day/week program and figure skates are required. On each day the program is offered, skaters will receive a 30m off-ice class, 45m of on-ice group instruction specifically geared to figure skating. Skaters will rotate between our professional coaches and will come together for a 15m group class where they can utilize the full-ice surface.
On-Ice lessons are taught in a positive and fun group lesson format to promote enjoyment of the sport, as well as learning the fundamentals of figure skating; skating skills, jumps, spins, dance and movement to music. During their time in the Intro to Figure Skating program, skaters will learn the basic skills necessary for a strong foundation in figure skating.
Off-ice classes will focus on the basic athletic fundamentals; the ABCs (Agility, Balance, Coordination & speed). Skaters will also learn how to balance in skating related poses, proper stretching techniques, as well as simple strength exercises. We also highly recommend participation in other sports to promote athletic development.
The Intro to figure Skating program is an excellent starting point for your skater’s figure skating development and integrates seamlessly into our Pre-Competitive program and beyond.
Private Lessons With A Professional Coach are a very important aspect of your child’s skating development. Please feel free to contact any of our coaches for private lessons. All of our coaches are members in good standing of Skate Canada and are NCCP certified.