The Madhatters Skating Academy structures its programs around Learn to Skate USA. The foundation and feeder system to skating programs throughout the nation. It’s an excellent starter program for recreational skaters and the first step to training Olympic athletes for the future.
Learn tomSkate USA is the only ice skating program endorsed by U.S. Figure Skating, USA Hockey, US Speedskating and the Special Olympics. Offering every participant a rewarding experience rooted in the lifelong benefits of ice skating.
Through our world-class curriculum and nationally certified instructors, you will be enthusiastic about learning to skate from your first steps on the ice until the time you reach your goals. Whether you wish to enjoy the recreational benefits of skating or dream of Olympic fame, this is the place to start.
Learn to Skate USA Mission: To provide a fun and positive experience that will instill a lifelong love of skating.
2 class per week
7 Public Skate sessions
4 (15 min) private lessons
(Snowplow – Aspire Low ONLY)
Mondays: 5:00- 5:30 PM Hockey 1-4 (Training Rink) 5:30-6:00 PM . Basic 1-6 . Aspire Low . Adult Basic 1-6 . Snowplows
Wednesdays: 5:00- 5:30 PM ,Adult Hockey ,Advanced Adult Hockey 5:30-6:00 PM , Basic 1-6 . Aspire Low ,Adult Basic 1-6 ,Snowplows
Fridays: 10:00 – 10:30 AM Adult Low (Level 1-3) 10:30 – 11:00 AM Adult High (Level 4-6)
Saturdays: 10:00 – 10:30 AM . Aspire Low & High . Adult Basic 1-6 . Hockey 1-4 (Training Rink) 10:30 – 11:00 AM . Basic 1-6 . Snowplows & Adult Hockey . Advanced Adult Hockey (Training Rink)
5:00- 5:30 PM
Hockey 1-4
(Training Rink)
5:30-6:00 PM
. Basic 1-6
. Aspire Low
. Adult Basic 1-6
. Snowplows
5:00- 5:30 PM
. Adult Hockey
. Advanced Adult Hockey
5:30-6:00 PM
. Basic 1-6
. Aspire Low
. Adult Basic 1-6
. Snowplows
10:00 – 10:30 AM
Adult Low
(Level 1-3)
10:30 – 11:00 AM
Adult High
(Level 4-6)
10:00 – 10:30 AM
. Aspire Low & High
. Adult Basic 1-6
. Hockey 1-4
(Training Rink)
10:30 – 11:00 AM
. Basic 1-6
. Snowplows & Adult Hockey
. Advanced Adult Hockey
(Training Rink)
Skaters will learn a curriculum according to their level during the first three weeks. During week 4, skaters will be given a mid-term evaluation report to check in with their progress. Week seven is final evaluations and passing skaters will receive awards and certificates. Skaters must master the curriculum (scoring 8/10 or better on final evaluation report) to move onto the next level.
See Class Registration below
Online registration for an upcoming series will open on the 3rd week of the current series and will close the Saturday before the new series begins. On the following Monday, registration will re-open for 2 weeks, however, a late fee of $20 will be charged. For more details or specific registration dates, please visit our website.
*Skaters are encouraged to register before the upcoming series begins to avoid the late fee.
Please refer to the curriculum. In order to be in a level, the skater needs to be able to perform every element from the previous level’s curriculum.
*Age doesn’t determine level; skills and ability to perform elements do.
Skaters can make-up classes by coming in on any of the other days their level is offered. Tell your instructor when you arrive which class you’re making up.
Series go over a 7-week period with a week break in between.
Skaters are encouraged to register for the following series and continue their skating journey.
See Learn to Skate Year at a Glance schedule below
Skaters will need to check in with the front desk. This is the only way skaters will be able to use the included public sessions as part of Learn to Skate.
*Reminder Standard Packages get 7 public sessions, and any Olympic Packages get 14 public sessions throughout the series. Public sessions are only valid for the duration of its series.
If a skater is not on the roster according to the front desk, they will have to pay for admission.
When a skater purchases a Silver or Gold Package, they will get assigned a coach. The coach will contact the skater and schedule the lessons with you. If you have a preference, please inform the Learn to Skate Director, Raymond Kalra.
*Reminder Silver Packages get 4 (15 min) private lessons, and Gold Packages get 8 (15 min) private lessons throughout the series.
Skaters are expected to arrive 30 min before class starts on the first week, to check-in, become familiar with their instructor and meeting location, and receive any skater resources.
After the first week, skaters are encouraged to arrive 15 min before class.
*Remember, if you need rental skates, please arrive at early enough to get your skates and get dressed in time to get on the ice by your scheduled start-time.
There will be a Learn to Skate table set up with class information, including your instructor and meeting location. Your instructor will take roll at the beginning of class to check you in.
