Group Lessons

• Encourages individuals to skate for FUN and enjoyment

• Supports success by offering easily attainable testing levels for all ages + abilities

• Offers opportunities for skaters to participate in exhibitions, shows, and in local and district competitions in many different event categories

• Offers opportunities for participation in at least five national / international ISI competitions each year in various locations across the USA which are open to all ISI members worldwide 

Test patches provide a tangible reward and recognition of skater achievement for each test level. Patches can be purchased by ISI members once all the skills in a level have been mastered for $5 per patch. These patches are available from the skating director. Previously achieved level patches may be purchased for $3 per patch.

Skaters must be an ISI member to purchase patches.

ISI individual membership is for skaters of all ages and abilities, from beginning to recreational to competitive levels. ISI is for anyone who loves ice skating!

Membership benefits include:

• Personalized membership card
• Reward patches
• Recreational Ice Skating print/online magazine subscription
• Excess accident insurance coverage
• Chance to compete in local, district, national, and international ISI competitions
• Test registration through ISI national office

Register for two or more classes per student, per session, and receive a 10% discount on additional classes.

Tots 1 – 3 (ages 3 – 5)

A child who can walk well can be taught to ice skate. Very young children usually learn better in a group class environment. These classes are designed for beginning skaters ages three to five years old. Class maneuvers are broken down into smaller parts so they can be more easily learned. Instruction is given with a focus of having “fun” on the ice.

Pre-Alpha, Alpha, Beta, Gamma, Delta (ages 6+)

These basic skill levels are for skaters ages six and up. This step-by-step progression of skills makes learning fun while improving the skater’s confidence on ice. The mastery of these basic skills is required before moving on to higher levels of achievement, and it can take more than one semester to pass each class level. Upon completion of these levels, skaters can advance to more specialized skating areas.

Freestyle 1 – 6 (ages 6+)

Once a skater has mastered the basic skills, skaters can begin freestyle level classes. Each level is comprised of a variety of advanced skating skills, transitions, spins, and jumps that build on the previous skills. These levels are taught in a positive and interactive group format. Instructors will focus on quality and mastery of skills.

Our classes teach aspiring hockey players the skills necessary to enjoy the great game of hockey. Whether your child’s objective is to improve their hockey skills or learn skating on a recreational basis, we have something for them. Our highly skilled professional staff have years of experience teaching young hockey players the fundamentals of hockey and skating. All participants must wear a hockey helmet with a faceguard during class. Loaner helmets will not be available.

Warriors Learn to Skate Hockey (ages 3 – 8) 

In conjunction with the Winnetka Hockey Club, this program gives brand new and novice skaters the opportunity to learn skating for a future in our Learn to Play Program, a pathway to the Winnetka Warriors! Work with Winnetka Warrior coaches on the basics of skating and developing the skating skills required to graduate to the Learn to Play Program. 

Warriors Learn to Play Hockey (ages 3 – 12)

In conjunction with the Winnetka Hockey Club, this program teaches hockey skills from learning how to hold the hockey stick, all the way to stickhandling and shooting skills. This program is a pathway to the Winnetka Warriors house league and travel programs. 

No experience necessary, beginner through advanced levels welcome. Learn the basics to enjoy recreational skating or develop a solid foundation for learning more advanced skills.