Group Lessons

Tot 1 & Tot 2 (also called Beginner 1)
Tot 1 & Tot 2 cover the proper way to fall, proper way to get up, marching in standing position, marching while moving, two foot jump in place, forward swizzle standing still, single swizzle, beginning two-foot glide.  There is no membership requirement for these classes. After successful completion of these levels, the skater will be instructed to sign up for Tot 3. There will be an optional ice show number associated with this class for those skaters taking the class in Fall.

Tot 3 & Tot 4 (also called Beginner 2)
Tot 3 & Tot 4 covering push and glide stroking, dip, forward swizzle, T-position and push (right and left), backward swizzle, two-foot or one-foot snowplow stop, backward wiggle. There is no membership requirement for these classes. After successful completion of these levels, the skater will be instructed to sign up for Pre-Alpha. There will be an optional ice show number associated with this class for those skaters taking the class in Fall.

Pre-Alpha
PreAlpha covers the two-foot glide, one-foot glide (right and left), foward swizzle, backward wiggle, and backward swizzle. Videos demonstrating the moves are available on ISI’s website. There is no NUFSC membership requirement for this class but skaters are required to sign up for ISI membership. After successful completion of this level, the skater will be instructed to sign up for Alpha. There will be an optional ice show number associated with this class for those skaters taking the class in Fall.

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Alpha through Freestyle Levels
Alpha, Beta, Gamma, Delta, FS1, FS2, FS3, FS4, FS5, FS6, FS7, FS8, FS9, and FS10 requirements along with video demonstrations are available on ISI’s web site. All classes in these levels require NUFSC and ISI memberships. There will be an optional ice show number associated with each of these classes for those skaters taking the class in Fall.

Academy Class
Academy is a face-paced class that keeps kids moving and engaged by focusing on power and edge work, while learning how these skills create quality jumps/spins. Each week, class looks a little bit different, but in general, students will work on speed and edge control at every class. Academy is for Alpha through FS4.

Intro to MFA and Power
For skaters in Alpha through FS4 focusing on Moves, Footwork and Artistry, edgework, movement, and basics of turns. Skaters also work on gaining power and speed in their skating. There will be an optional ice show number associated with this class.

MFA
For skaters in FS5 and up focusing on Moves, Footwork and Artistry, edgework, movement, and basics of turns. There will be an optional ice show number associated with this class.

Rhythmic (Ribbons, Hoops, and Balls)
For skaters in Gamma and up who would like to improve their ability to skate fluently and creatively with rhythmic props such as ribbons, hoops, and balls. There will be an optional ice show number associated with this class for those skaters taking the class in Fall. FS5+ and up are not required to take this class to participate in this number in the ice show.

Theater Production Team
The group will use music along with elaborate costumes and props to enhance a theme while creating an entertaining performance. Skaters from all levels can participate in this event. Coaches will determine all parts. This group will perform in the ice show, in the NUFSC fall competition and possibly another regional competition. There may be costume and prop expenses.

2023-2024 theme: Lego

Synchro Team
For skaters in FS1 and up, depending on ages of skaters this may be lowered. All practices and competitions are required. Synchro teams made up of 8 – 24 skaters will skate as a group to demonstrate good knowledge of synchronized basics such as unison, straight lines and correct holds.
This group or groups will participate in the Fall Festival competition in 2023.

Winter Group Lesson Schedule:

Beginner through PreAlpha level Group Lessons
(groups will be combined depending on registration)
Thursdays 5:45 – 6:15pm
Jan. 18, 25, Feb. 1, 8, 15, 22 ($60)

Registration is available on our Parent Portal and begins in November.
Skate rental is available through the Parent Portal Shop.
(Information on how our Parent Portal works can be found here.)
The Calendar shows all class dates and times.