Figure Skating FAQ - Arctic Wolf Ice Center

FREQUENTLY ASKED FIGURE SKATING QUESTIONS
FAQs concerning Basic Skills & Academy Memberships:
1. HOW MUCH DO LESSONS COST? $145 for nine weeks, $137 for eight weeks, $120 for seven weeks (session lengths vary) plus an additional $15 for Basic Skills Membership through United States Figure Skating.
2. WHAT IS THE MEMBERSHIP YEAR FOR BASIC SKILLS? July 1 to June 30
3. WHEN ARE THE MEMBERSHIP SESSIONS FOR ACADEMY? Session 4: July 13 - September 4, 2010 No Classes the week of July 26-31 Session 5: September 7 - October 30, 2010 Session 6: November 2—December 18, 2010
4. WHAT BENEFITS DO I RECEIVE FROM BASIC SKILLS MEMBERSHIP? Membership patch Membership card Year patch Record book Sports accident insurance coverage Eligibility to participate in shows, competitions, and exhibitions Patches at the end of each session
5. WHAT BENEFITS DO I RECEIVE FROM ACADEMY MEMBERSHIP? 7 - 9 30-minute group skating lessons, depending on session length 10% re-enrollment discount for next semester 10% off all pro-shop merchandise Unlimited $6 + tax public sessions Skater Reward card Skate rental included for classes and practice Make-up privileges for missed classes excluding specialty classes **All benefits expire on the last day of the semester
FAQs concerning Classes:
1. WHAT SHOULD I WEAR TO CLASS? The ice rink is COLD, so dress warm in comfortable clothes that allow movement. We highly recommend gloves/mittens for all beginners.
2. WHAT SIZE SKATES SHOULD I WEAR? For the best fit skates should feel very snug, so ask for one size smaller than your normal shoe size and wear thin socks. If you need to go with a bigger boot, wear thicker socks.
3. WHAT IS THE PROPER WAY TO LACE MY SKATES? Skates should be laced tightly around the ankles and comfortably around the top. Your foot should not wobble back and forth in the boot, but you should be able to bend your knees with ease.
4. WHAT IS THE PROCEDURE EACH CLASS DAY? 1. Arrive at Arctic Wolf at least 15 minutes prior to your class time. 2. Check in at the figure skating table in the lobby to receive a name badge and any flyers or information for each class. 3. Skaters must show their name badge to Skate Rental to receive skates and then proceed to the ice for class. ON THE FIRST DAY OF CLASS, skaters should remain off the ice. Your instructor will greet you and go over basics off ice and then proceed on the ice together! 4. Make sure the clock says your class time before you step on the ice. 5. Skaters must give their name badge back to the figure skating in table at the end of class.
5. WHO DO I CONTACT FOR PRIVATE LESSONS? The best place to start is with your group class instructor. Each instructor sets his/her own schedule and rates.
6. HOW MUCH SHOULD I PRACTICE? “Practice makes perfect”! As a rule of thumb for every 30 minute lesson you should spend approximately 2 hours practicing what you are learning in class.
7. WHOM DO I CONTACT IF I NEED ASSISTANCE? Megan Jonasson Figure Skating Director 979-693-3900