Albany County Hockey Facility

Group Skating Lessons

Summer Skating School will be held on Thursdays from July 10th through August 28th! Classes include introductory (no experience necessary) and advanced levels (participating in US Figure Skating tests/competitions) and are open to youth and adults.

Group Lesson Information

General Information

Summer Skating School will be on eight Thursdays (July 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st, August 7th, 14th, 21st & 28th) from 5:30pm-7:15pm at the Albany County Hockey Facility (18 Hockey Ln, Albany 12211). Group lessons are a social, collaborative learning modality where new skills are explored in an energetic, positive atmosphere. Skaters will be grouped by ability with instructors monitoring skater improvement to ensure optimal class placement week-to-week. Rental skates are available. Participants should dress in warm, form-fitting athletic clothing including gloves. Helmets are recommended for beginners.

Introductory Level

For Thursdays in July & August Introductory Lessons will be on-ice from 5:30pm-6:30pm. This level is sub-divided to include skaters who are complete beginners up to those who are ready to begin figure skating skills in earnest (approximately equivalent to USFS basic skills 1-6). Skaters will learn on-ice safety, correct use of the blade for pushing and the fundamentals of balance and movement on the ice. Introductory level is $160 for eight Thursday sessions and includes a 30-minute group lesson and 30 minutes of on-ice practice weekly.

Advanced Level (Group Training)

For July & August, Advanced Lessons will be on-ice from 5:30pm-6:30pm and off-ice from 6:45pm-7:15pm. This level is sub-divided to include skaters ranging from recent introductory level graduates up to skaters participating in US Figure Skating tests and competitions. It is subtitled Group Training because it should be seen as part of a growing skater's weekly training load along with individual on-ice practice, private skating lessons and off-ice conditioning. Skaters will explore spin and jump technique, choreography and advanced skating skills in a dynamic, interactive format. Multiple facilitators contribute their expertise to make this program a one of a kind value. Advanced level is $320 for eight Thursday sessions and includes 60 minutes of on-ice instruction/guided practice and 30 minutes of off-ice training weekly.

Albany-Troy-Schenectady Metro Area & Mohawk Valley

Private Skating Lessons

One-on-one instruction is the best way to receive personalized coaching and individualized correction. Our coach-skater relationships are tailored to meet each skater's goals including participating in US Figure Skating Tests & Competitions, performing in local ice shows or simply learning to skate better.

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