welcome new skaters !
NEW SKATERS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME - Come give it a try!
Fall season ice practices begin Sunday, September 12, 2010! Check the practice page for details!
*Please note - new skaters must be able to skate unassisted in order to attend our ice sessions.
New skaters should arrive to ice practices with the following required equipment:
Skates ** - (see below)
Helmet - a bike or rollerblade helmet will work fine
Knee pads - volleyball type pads work well, rollerblade pads will work also
Shin guards - soccer type guards will work
Full-fingered gloves - all fingers must be fully covered
Long sleeves & Long Pants - stretch or sweat pants which allow free bending & movement are best. All skin must be covered!!
Also bring a water or sports drink
All skaters under 18 years of age must bring a parent or legal guardian (parents are not required to skate, but are welcome to try us out too!). All new skaters - Please go to the "new skater forms" page, print the waiver & contact sheets, fill them out with the skater's info., and bring them to your first session.
All skaters will be required to sign a waiver and purchase a USSpeedskating "one day" membership at a cost of $1.00 before skating their first session.
New skaters should arrive 45 minutes before scheduled ice time to sign forms, review safety procedures & stretch with club members before ice practice begins.
Skaters will also be required to purchase & wear a bib-style neck guard after the first session.
** Any type of skates can be worn to begin speedskating. Figure & hockey skates are available for rental from the rink lobby on a per session basis. The club has a limited number of speedskates available for seasonal rentals to club members on a first -come, first-served basis. We will assist you in getting outfitted with speedskates if you are interested.
NO SKATER WILL BE ALLOWED ON THE ICE WITHOUT ALL OF THE PROPER REQUIRED SAFETY GEAR! NO EXCEPTIONS WILL BE MADE - THE SAFETY OF ALL OUR SKATERS IS OUR TOP PRIORITY ! (please note - no refunds will be issued for sessions forfeited due to missing safety gear or failure to follow safety regulations).
Are you ready yet ????
For more information, contact any club member.