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Ice Skating Classes for Kids & Adults in NYC

Explore youth & adult skating class options in NYC at Chelsea Piers New York, enhancing a skater's skill and confidence on the ice.

Child Basic Skills Level 6

Child Basic Skills Level 6

Ice Skating ·

Ages 5 - 17 years · Coed

Our Youth Skating School offers top-notch instruction for kids from beginner to advanced levels, using the Learn-To-Skate USA curriculum. 

 

In the Level 6 class,  skaters are taught forward inside three-turns, moving backward to forward, backward stroking, one-foot spins, T-stops, bunny hops and forward spirals on the skaters dominant foot. Upon completing Basic 6, skaters are prepared to join our specialized Aspire program.

Aspire Intro to Figure Skating

Aspire Intro to Figure Skating

Ice Skating ·

Ages 6 - 17 years · Coed

Saturday Aspire

10:15am-10:45am: Off-ice

11:00am-12:00pm: On-ice

 

Sunday Aspire

11:15am-11:45am: Off-ice

12:00pm-1:00pm: On-ice

 

Prepare for the world of figure skating with our progressive Aspire program! Designed to cultivate essential skills for smooth transitions into figure skating, each level builds upon the last, creating a strong foundation. From basic skating skills to advanced jumps and spins, our positive and interactive group classes ensure skaters learn with joy and encouragement. In Aspire 1, master the waltz jump, half flip, half lutz, and more. Aspire 2 introduces single salchow, toe loop, and intricate jump combinations, along with spins like the back upright and forward sit spins.

Frequently Asked Questions

At Chelsea Piers Sky Rink, kids can start ice skating lessons at a very young age, with programs available for children as young as 3 years old. Starting early is a wonderful way to build balance, coordination, and confidence on the ice in a fun, supportive setting.

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