Skate School

COVID-19 SAFETY PROTOCOLS:                                                                                      - Face masks are optional at the Andrew Stergiopoulos Ice Rink and in ALL inside areas of Parkwood Indoor Sports Complex, regardless of vaccination status.
- Proof of vaccination is not required for students and staff.
- If any student or staff test positive for COVID within 5 days of a class,  it MUST be reported  to us so we can handle all follow up arrangements.

Andrew Stergiopoulos Ice Rink closed for the season.

The rink reopens September 2022.

CLICK HERE to REGISTER for ALL Skate School group classes and private lesson packages.

*Skate School classes run on the following schedule:

Monday 
Wednesday 
Thursday
Saturday 
Sunday 

*Group classes run 30 min. (please be there 15 min early so you are ready for class.)

Adult Skating classes meet:


Tuesdays
Thursdays

Therapeutic Skating classes meet


Sundays

Private lessons

(all ages) are given during all public sessions. 




Great Neck Skate School follows the Learn To Skate USA regulations endorsed by U.S. Figure Skating, USA Hockey and US Speedskating. The Learn to Skate program is designed to teach skaters the fundamentals of skating in a supportive and enjoyable environment.  The Skate School teaching staff consists of experienced and qualified professionals. Our program includes classes for skaters of all ages and abilities. We want all participants to experience the joy of skating. Skaters will progress at their own rate and advance after their skill mastery is demonstrated.  All group classes will focus on the proper skill development that will instill a lifelong love of skating.

Please make sure you read our Restarting of Operations Plan manual for all of our safety procedures and policies due to Covid-19. 
POLICIES

2021-22 COVID Policy:
Masks are optional regardless of vaccination status for the 2021-22 season. If you do not feel well or are exhibiting symptoms of COVID please stay home and get tested!  

•    There is a $20 annual registration fee.
•    There are NO makeups or refunds.
•    Skate rental fee is NOT included in the price of the program.
•    Group classes run in 8 week periods. ONLY Thursday for first semester will be 7 weeks. 
•    There are a maximum of 10
students per class.
•    A helmet (bicycle or ski) must be worn to every group class (levels Basic 4 & under) or child will not be able to participate. ALL participants MUST wear a face mask and gloves for all levels during group classes.
•    Warm layers are recommended for all skaters.
LEVEL EVALUATION
Our professional staff will evaluate skaters based on age and ability during the first two weeks of class to ensure skaters are in the correct class. Skaters will be evaluated during week six to determine whether or not the skater has mastered the elements required.
  1. Snow Plow Sam 1-4
  2. Basic 1-6
  3. Free Skate 1-4
  4. Adult Program
  5. Therapeutic Skating

​Click here to register for Snow Plow Sam


Snow Plow Sam is a tot-level program designed for children ages 3 to under 6, by teaching them how to be comfortable on the ice. The 30-minute class is a fun introduction to the ice skating world. 
 
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