The Bismarck Figure Skating Club teaches the fundamentals of figure skating through U.S. Figure Skating's Learn To Skate Program. It's simply the best way to take to the ice.
The objectives of Learn To Skate are to provide a fun, safe skating experience; to teach correct techniques of the basic elements of skating; to develop finer degree of coordination and balance; to promote physical fitness; and to have fun!
Learn to Skate skaters can start at any age — young, old, and in between! Skaters are evaluated by trained coaches and pass levels as they accomplish the class curriculum skills. If you aren’t sure at which level to start your child, contact Laurey Hyland Kooker, Learn To Skate Program Director at lts.director@bismarckfigureskatingclub.com.
Snowplow Sam is perfect for beginners. Group Lessons for children 6 and under; helmets are recommended.
Parent-Tot is for children 4 & under and his/her responsible adult participant. The adult participant must be able to skate unassisted to participate in the class, and a waiver of liability must be signed. Helmets are recommended for all child skaters.
Group Lessons for Kindergartners and up to learn the fundamentals of figure skating. Helmets are recommend for first-time skaters.
For skaters that have completed Basic Skills 1-6. Aspire prepares skaters for the Bridge and Advanced Programs.
Private lessons are available for figure skaters who want to accelerate their learning with 1:1 instruction.
Group Lessons for adults ages 18 and up who want to learn the fundamentals of skating and boost their confidence on the ice.
Teaches the fundamentals of hockey skating skills. All elements are taught without a stick or puck. Hockey skates and certified, ice-approved hockey helmets are needed.
Group Lesson Schedule:
ALL group lessons will be held in VFW Rink 1 for the Fall Sessions.
Thursdays (VFW Rink 1)
Snowplow Sam 1-4, Parent-Tot, Basic 1-2 - 6:00-6:30 pm
Basics 3-6 - 6:30-7:15 pm
Aspire
Off-Ice 6:15-7:00 pm
On-Ice 7:15-8:15 pm
Sundays (VFW Rink 1)
Snowplow Sam 1-4, Parent-Tot, Basic 1-2 - 5:00-5:30 pm
Basics 3-6 - 5:30-6:15 pm
Aspire
Off-Ice 5:15-6:00 pm
On-Ice 6:15-7:15 pm
Fall Session 1: August-September
Thursdays (August 27, September 3, 10, 17, 24)
Sundays (August 30, September 13, 20, 27) (NO skate day: September 6)
Fall Session 2: October-November
Thursdays (October 1, 8, 15, 29) (NO skate day: October 22)
Sundays (October 4, 11, 18, November 1)
Hockey Power Skating: Thursday and Sunday lessons will be held at VFW Rink 1.
Thursdays (VFW Rink 1)
Hockey Power 6:00-6:30 pm
Sundays (VFW Rink 1)
Hockey Power 5:00-5:30 pm
Fall Session 1: August-September
Thursdays (August 27, September 3, 10, 17, 24)
Sundays (August 30, September 13, 20, 27) (NO skate day: September 6)
Fall Session 2: October-November
Thursdays (October 1, 8, 15, 29) (NO skate day: October 22)
Sundays (October 4, 11, 18, November 1)
Private Lessons: Skaters must be registered for group lessons in order to register for Private Lessons. Learn more here. ALL lessons/sessions are on VFW Rink 1.
Wednesdays (VFW Rink 1)
6:00-7:00 pm (August 26, September 2, 9, 16, 23, October 7, 14, 28, November 4)
Saturdays (VFW Rink 1)
7:15-8:15 am (September 12, 26, October 3, 10, 17)
For questions about the sessions or schedule, contact Laurey Hyland Kooker, Learn to Skate Program Director, lts.director@bismarckfigureskatingclub.com.
Memberships due (new or renewals) – May/June with Summer registration or any session into early May of the following spring. If you purchase or renew a membership in April to skate in April or May, your membership must be renewed by June 30 to skate during the following year.
Summer Session – registration in late May/early June, two 4-week sessions runs early/mid-June to mid/late-July
Fall Session(s) – registration in August, two 4-5-week sessions run early September to early November
Winter 1 Session – registration in October, 4-6-week session runs early November to mid-December
Winter 2 Session – registration in December, 6-week session runs early January to late February
Spring Session – registration in March, 6-week session runs late March to late April
Private Lessons – offered during regular sessions.
Hockey Power Skating – offered during regular sessions.