*NEW MEMBER BENEFITS THIS SEASON*

Midwest Training is excited for the upcoming 2019/2020 Skating Season! This is our second year following Learn to Skate USA’s program standards.

This season, we have some exciting new benefits to offer our Learn to Skate USA members. In addition to the perks Learn to Skate USA members receive, Midwest will be offering their members

• 5 vouchers for 50% off Open Skate admission (a $15 value!)
• Invitations to special members-only events exclusively for our registered Learn to Skate USA members

Thursday 5:35-6:20PM, Saturday 9:05-9:50am

Our tots beginner class is for young first time skaters. Recommended ages are 3-5 years old. Emphasis is on the proper way of falling down and getting up, balance, marching, and gliding.

Thursday 5:35-6:20PM, Saturday 9:05-9:50am

Pre Alpha (Basic 1/2) is the entry level class for aspiring skaters ages 6 and older. Forward and backward swizzles, two foot and one foot glides and backward wiggles are taught. 

Thursday 5:35-6:20PM, Saturday 9:05-9:50am

Prerequisite Level: Pre Alpha (Basic 2)

Skaters focus on the development of forward stroking, forward crossovers, and snowplow stops.

Thursday 5:35-6:20PM, Saturday 8:20-9:05am

Prerequisite Level: Alpha (Basic 4)

Skaters are taught backward stroking, backward crossovers, and T-stops.

Thursday 5:35-6:20PM, Saturday 8:20-9:05am

Prerequisite Level: Beta (Basic 5)

Skaters continue to develop their crossovers and skating skills in addition to learning forward outside three turns, forward inside mohawks, and hockey stops. 

Thursday 5:35-6:20PM, Saturday 8:20-9:05am

Prerequisite Level: Gamma (Basic 6)

Skaters work on forward inside three turns, forward outside and inside edges, shoot the ducks, lunges and bunny hops. 

Thursday 5:35-6:20PM, Saturday 8:20-9:05am

Prerequisite Level: Delta (Pre Free Skate)

Freestyle 1 & 2 classes focus on development of beginner half rotation jumps, two foot and one foot spins, backward edges and forward spirals. 

Thursday 5:35-6:20PM, Saturday 8:20-9:05am

Prerequisite Level: Low Free Skate

Freestyle 3-5 classes emphasize development and mastery of full rotation jumps, advanced spins, various footwork exercises and advanced spirals.

Saturday 9:05-9:50am

The Adult Learn to Skate class is ideal for beginner and intermediate level skaters looking to improve their skating skills. The focus of this class is on the basics of forward and backward skating including gliding, snowplow stops, stroking, and crossovers.

Monday 11:00 – 11:45AM

Our Homeschool/Tots class takes place during open skate. Skaters learn a variety of skills such as swizzles, snowplows stops, stroking, and crossovers. After class, skaters are encouraged to practice their skills for the remainder of open skate from 11:45am-12:30pm. Practice time and rental skates are included in the class cost. In addition to the annual registration fee, the monthly cost is $55 per student. Note: Monday, December 16th will be the last Homeschool class of the year. We will resume regular schedule on Monday, January 13th. Please contact Stephanie (Skating Director) at mticskatingdirector@gmail.com for more information.

Fall 2019 Hours

Advanced Power Monday 6:00-6:30AM
Beginner Power Monday 7:00-7:30AM

This 30 minute skating class focuses on increasing the skater’s speed, edge work, stamina, and balance while developing fundamental skating skills. Skaters must be in Freestyle prior to enrolling. In addition to the annual registration fee, the monthly cost of the power class is $55. Note: Power class will have varied hours during the holidays. Please contact Stephanie (Skating Director) at mticskatingdirector@gmail.com for more information.

NO REFUNDS or CREDITS on any programs.

There is a $25 registration fee for all classes

$80/Monthly Tuition – $25 Registration Fee Required

We now have Open Enrollment. You may sign up for classes at any time.

Skaters are only allowed 1 make up class per month. You cannot make up classes from previous months. All classes are held on Olympic Ice Arena surface unless otherwise stated.

Please dress your skater in layers that are warm, comfortable, and allow freedom of movement. Mittens or gloves are mandatory for all skaters. Helmets are suggested for skaters 5 & under. The helmet should cover the back of the head. No double-runner skates allowed. Skate rental included in cost of class.