AMERICAN HEARTLAND ICE ARENA SKATING ACADEMY
Zooming around on the ice is a fantastic way to embrace winter and get some exercise at the same time. Skating is a lifelong activity that provides many positive benefits. So why not learn how to skate?
The Heartland Skating Academy offers multiple programs for people with a desire to master the skill of ice skating. We have developed a world-class program that provides all participants a positive atmosphere to achieve their goals, whether they are to simply learn to ice skate for fun, or to become a hockey player/figure skater.
Our instructional staff are trained professionals with a passion for ice sports. Their infectious attitude will give beginners a needed comfort level to succeed, while keeping each class fun and rewarding.
The Heartland Skating Academy offers multiple programs for people with a desire to master the skill of ice skating. We have developed a world-class program that provides all participants a positive atmosphere to achieve their goals, whether they are to simply learn to ice skate for fun, or to become a hockey player/figure skater.
Our instructional staff are trained professionals with a passion for ice sports. Their infectious attitude will give beginners a needed comfort level to succeed, while keeping each class fun and rewarding.
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SPECIAL 20% Discount on ALL
Snowplow Sam, Basic 1 and Basic 2 Classes |
Winter I
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Current ProgramsFall II - 2019
Registration Opens Sat Oct 19th Session will run for 7 weeks November 9th thru Dec 22nd - Limited Special - Save 20% on Snowplow Sam, Basic 1 and Basic 2 classes while space is available! |
Upcoming ProgramsWinter I - 2020
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Skating Academy Program Benefits:
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Skating Programs
Select a Skating Program for more information:
Available Discounts:
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SNOWPLOW SAM 1 thru 4 [AGES 3 -5 ]
Snowplow Sam is an introductory class designed for children ages 3 -5 with no prior skating experience to build confidence while learning the basic skills of skating. These classes are designed to help children develop the ABCs of movement – Agility, Balance, Coordination and speed.
All classes are taught by incorporating the introduction and development of skills through professional instruction in a fun, safe and positive environment.
All classes are taught by incorporating the introduction and development of skills through professional instruction in a fun, safe and positive environment.
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Registration Closed
Fall II Session 11/9 through 12/22 Snowplow Sam 1, 2 Skaters without previous formal instruction. SATURDAY CLASS 10:15am to 11:45am 12:45pm to 1:15pm SUNDAY CLASS 11:35am to 12:05pm Snowplow Sam 3, 4 Must have passed Snowplow Sam 2 class. SATURDAY CLASS 11:15am to 11:45am 12:45pm to 1:15pm SUNDAY CLASS 12:35pm to 1:05pm |
Registration is Open
Winter I Session 1/11 through 2/23 Snowplow Sam 1, 2 Skaters without previous formal instruction. SATURDAY CLASS 10:15am to 11:45am 12:45pm to 1:15pm SUNDAY CLASS 11:35am to 12:05pm Snowplow Sam 3, 4 Must have passed Snowplow Sam 2 class. SATURDAY CLASS 11:15am to 11:45am 12:45pm to 1:15pm SUNDAY CLASS 12:35pm to 1:05pm |
REGISTRATION PROGRAM FEE Snowplow 1, 2, 3 or 4 Fall II Session: $140 SNOWPLOW SAM SPECIAL ONLY $110 (Save 20%) (7 week program) |
Basic 1 is an introductory class for children between the ages 6 through 12 with little to no prior skating experience.
These levels teach the fundamentals of skating and provide the best foundation for figure skating and hockey.
These levels teach the fundamentals of skating and provide the best foundation for figure skating and hockey.
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Registration Closed
Fall II Session 11/9 through 12/22 Skaters without previous formal instruction. SATURDAY CLASS 11:00am to 11:45am 12:00pm to 12:45pm |
Registration is Open
Winter I Session 1/11 through 2/23 Skaters without previous formal instruction. SATURDAY CLASS 11:00am to 11:45am 12:00pm to 12:45pm |
REGISTRATION PROGRAM FEE Basic 1 Fall II Session: $160 Basic 1 SPECIAL ONLY $128 (Save 20%) (7 week program) |
Skaters will learn and master forward and backward skating, stops, edges, crossovers and turns throughout these levels. These levels are the fundamentals for skaters to advance to spins and jumps.
Basic 2 – Participant must have passed Basic 1
Basic 3/ Alpha – Participant must have passed Basic 2 level (formally Pre-Alpha)
Basic 4/ Beta – Participant must have passed Basic 3/ Alpha level
Basic 5/ Gamma – Participant must have passed Basic 4/ Beta level
Basic 6/ Delta – Participant must have passed Basic 5/ Gamma level
Basic 2 – Participant must have passed Basic 1
Basic 3/ Alpha – Participant must have passed Basic 2 level (formally Pre-Alpha)
Basic 4/ Beta – Participant must have passed Basic 3/ Alpha level
Basic 5/ Gamma – Participant must have passed Basic 4/ Beta level
Basic 6/ Delta – Participant must have passed Basic 5/ Gamma level
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Registration Closed
Fall II Session 11/9 through 12/22 Basic 2 SATURDAY CLASS 11:00am to 11:45am 12:00pm to 12:45pm SUNDAY CLASS 12:20pm to 1:05pm Basic 3, 4, 5, 6 SATURDAY CLASS 10:00am to 10:45am |
Registration is Open
Winter I Session 1/11 through 2/23 Basic 2 SATURDAY CLASS 11:00am to 11:45am 12:00pm to 12:45pm SUNDAY CLASS 12:20pm to 1:05pm Basic 3, 4, 5, 6 SATURDAY CLASS 10:00am to 10:45am |
REGISTRATION PROGRAM FEE Basic 2 Fall II Session: $160 BASIC 2 SPECIAL ONLY $128 (Save 20%) (7 week program) Basic 3, 4 and 5 Fall II Session: $160 (7 week program) |
DID YOU KNOW?
All Skating Classes include FREE Admission to Public Skate and Stick & Puck Sessions while student is enrolled in class.
Showcase fuses artistic creativity with figure skating for small ensembles and production numbers. Showcase groups use props, backdrops, costumes and creativity to bring a story to live on the ice.
All skaters will participate in the Holiday Ice Spectacular on December 21, 2019.
All skaters will participate in the Holiday Ice Spectacular on December 21, 2019.
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Registration Opens Oct 19th
Fall II SESSION 11/9 through 12/22 SATURDAY CLASS 9:30am to 10:30am |
Registration is Closed
Winter I SESSION TBA |
REGISTRATION PROGRAM FEE Theater Team Fall I Session: $250 (14 week program) |
The Freestyle levels introduce skaters to jumps, spins and advanced beginner skating skills and transitions that figure skaters use when they compete. Professional instructors break down each skill and teach the skaters the foundation of proper jump and spin technique, as well as strong skating and edge skills in a safe and educational group setting.
- Must have passed Basic 6/Delta level.
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Registration is Closed
Fall II SESSION This is no Fall II Free Skate Session |
Registration is Closed
Winter I SESSION This is no Winter I Free Skate Session |
REGISTRATION PROGRAM FEE Free Skate 1 and Up Summer Session: $160 (7 week program) |
Heartland Skating Academy offers Teen/Adult skating classes as a part of our programming. The Adult class is “at your own pace” and is perfect for beginners, continuing adult skaters or skaters who are returning to the ice after years of hiatus.
This program is 50% off for parents that have children signed up in another program. Parents that have a child sign up please sign up at the rink to receive your 50% discount.
This program is 50% off for parents that have children signed up in another program. Parents that have a child sign up please sign up at the rink to receive your 50% discount.
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Registration Closed
Fall II Session 11/9 through 12/22 SATURDAY CLASS 10:15am to 10:45am 12:45pm to 1:15pm SUNDAY CLASS 12:35pm to 1:05pm |
Registration is Open
Winter I Session 1/11 through 2/23 SATURDAY CLASS 10:15am to 10:45am 12:45pm to 1:15pm SUNDAY CLASS 12:35pm to 1:05pm |
REGISTRATION PROGRAM FEE Adult Basic 1, 2, 3 or 4 Fall I Session: $160 (7 week program) |
Did you know?
The Heartland Skating Academy has been proudly teaching learn to skate classes for over 20 years to kids and families from all over the north shore of Chicago; Lincolnwood, Skokie, Evanston, Niles, Morton Grove, Park Ridge, Glenview, Wilmette, Winnetka, and more...
