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.

Winter II Session ​Specials

SPECIAL 20% Discount on ALL
Snowplow Sam
Basic 1 and
Basic 2 Classes

​​Current Skating Programs

WINTER II - 2019 
​Registration is Open
Session runs March 2nd thru April 14th
​- Limited Special - 
​Save 20% on Snowplow Sam, Basic1 and Basic 2 classes while space is available!
Skating Academy Program Benefits:
  • All class sessions are with a professional coach
  • 15 minute supervised practice sessions included in cost
  • Controlled student to teacher ratio
  • Parent Discount: Parents of registered students may take an Adult class at 50% off
  • Every registered participant receives a complimentary pass to attend all STICK & PUCK and PUBLIC SKATE sessions for the duration of the class. ($125 Value)
    (see Rink Calendar for sessions)
  • Skate rental available at the rink
  • Classes with less than 8 students may be combined​
Make-Up Classes:
  • Missed classes may be made up during any remaining class for your level. 
  • No prior notification is necessary. 
  • Please check-in door when you arrive. 
  • Make-ups must be made during the current session in which they were missed.
Skating Programs
Select a Skating Program for more information:
Available Discounts:
  • Take 2 Classes and Save 25% on 2nd fee. Each class has to be taken by same child
  • ​Parents save 50% when they enroll in classes along with their child
  • Skate Rental Punch Card 11 punches for $30.00
SKATING DIRECTOR:
Shannon Owens
847-675-2950 x 2
shannon@heartlandicearena.com

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.
 Registration is Closed
WINTER SESSION
Snowplow Sam 1 and 2
Skaters without previous
formal instruction.
SATURDAY CLASS
11:15am to 11:45am FILLED
12:15pm to 12:45pm SPOTS OPEN
1/12 through 2/24

SUNDAY CLASS
11:35am to 12:05pm SPOTS OPEN
12:35pm to 1:05pm FILLED
1/13 through 2/25

Snowplow Sam 3 and 4
Must have passed
Snowplow Sam 2 class.
SATURDAY CLASS
11:15am to 11:45am
1/12 through 2/24​​
Registration is Open
WINTER II SESSION
Snowplow Sam 1
Skaters without previous
formal instruction.
SATURDAY CLASS
3/2 through 4/13
11:15am to 11:45am
12:15pm to 12:45pm

SUNDAY CLASS
3/3 through 4/14
11:35am to 12:05pm
12:35pm to 1:05pm

Snowplow Sam 2
Must have completed
Snowplow Sam 1.
SATURDAY CLASS
3/2 through 4/13
11:15am to 11:45am

SUNDAY CLASS
3/3 through 4/14
11:35am to 12:05pm
12:35pm to 1:05pm

Snowplow Sam 3 and 4
Must have passed
Snowplow Sam 2 class.
SATURDAY CLASS
3/2 through 4/13
9:15am to 9:45am
12:15pm to 12:45pm

​REGISTRATION
PROGRAM FEE
Snowplow 1, 2, 3 or 4
WINTER II Session: $140
SNOWPLOW SAM SPECIAL
ONLY $110
​(Save 20%)
(7 week program)




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BASIC 1 (Pre-Alpha) [AGES 6 TO 12]
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.
Registration is Closed
​WINTER SESSION
Skaters without previous
formal instruction.
SATURDAY CLASS
9:00am to 9:45am
11:00am to 11:45am
12:00pm to 12:45pm
1/12 through 2/24

SUNDAY CLASS
11:20am to 12:05pm SPOTS OPEN
12:20pm to 1:05pm FILLED
1/13 through 2/25
Registration is Open
​WINTER II SESSION
Skaters without previous
formal instruction.
SATURDAY CLASS
3/2 through 4/13
11:00am to 11:45am

​SUNDAY CLASS
3/3 through 4/14
11:20am to 12:05pm
12:20pm to 1:05pm

​REGISTRATION
PROGRAM FEE
Basic 1
WINTER II Session: $160
Basic 1 SPECIAL 
ONLY $128
(Save 20%)
(7 week program)
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​BASIC 2 thru 6 (ALPHA, BETA, GAMMA & DELTA)
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
Registration is Closed
​WINTER SESSION
Basic 2
​SATURDAY CLASS
9:00am to 9:45am
11:00am to 11:45am
12:00pm to 12:45pm
1/12 through 2/24

SUNDAY CLASS
11:20pm to 12:05pm SPOTS OPEN
​12:20pm to 1:05pm FILLED
1/13 through 2/25

​Basic 3
​SATURDAY CLASS
11:00am to 11:45am
1/12 through 2/24

Basic 4, 5, 6
​SATURDAY CLASS
12:00pm to 12:45pm
1/12 through 2/24​​
Registration is Open
​WINTER II SESSION
Basic 2
​SATURDAY CLASS
3/2 through 4/13
9:00am to 9:45am
11:00am to 11:45am

SUNDAY CLASS
3/3 through 4/14
​12:20pm to 1:05pm

​Basic 3, 4, 5
​SATURDAY CLASS
3/2 through 4/13
12:00pm to 12:45pm

REGISTRATION
PROGRAM FEE
Basic 2 
WINTER II Session: $160
BASIC 2 SPECIAL 
ONLY $128
(Save 20%)
(7 week program)

​Basic 3, 4 and 5
WINTER II Session: $160
(7 week program)






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DID YOU KNOW?

All Skating Classes include FREE Admission to ALL Public Skate and Stick & Puck Sessions while student is enrolled in class. 

Pre-FREE SKATE
FREE SKATE 1 and up [AGES 6 TO 12]
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.
Registration is Closed
​WINTER SESSION

​​SATURDAY CLASS
12:00pm to 12:45am
1/12 through 2/24
Registration is Open
​WINTER II SESSION
​
​​SATURDAY CLASS
3/2 through 4/13
12:00pm to 12:45pm

​​SUNDAY CLASS
3/3 through 4/14
11:25am to 12:05pm

REGISTRATION
PROGRAM FEE
Free Skate 1 and Up
WINTER II Session: $160
(7 week program)
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Adult Basics 1-4 [AGES 13 & OLDER]
​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.
Registration is Closed
​WINTER SESSION

​​SATURDAY CLASS
9:00am to 9:45am
1/12 through 2/24

​​SUNDAY CLASS
12:35am to 1:05am
1/12 through 2/24
Registration Open
​WINTER SESSION

​​SATURDAY CLASS
3/2 through 4/13
9:15am to 9:45am

​​SUNDAY CLASS
3/3 through 4/14
12:35pm to 1:05pm

REGISTRATION
PROGRAM FEE
Adult Basic 1, 2, 3 or 4
WINTER Session: $160
(7 week program)
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COMPETITIVE TRAINING PROGRAM

The competitive training program is a Saturday package that includes:
  • 80 minute on ice group instruction
  • 45 minute off ice ballet/dance/yoga class
  • 45 minute off ice conditioning/ plyometrics class
  • 45 minute spin class.
  • Skaters must have passed Free Skate 6.  ​
An emphasis will be placed the development of presentation, performance, and the "complete" package.
Registration is Closed
​WINTER SESSION

​​SATURDAY CLASS
6:30am to 7:50am
On ice Group Instruction
8:00 to 8:45am
ballet / dance/ yoga /
9:00 to 9:45am
off-ice conditioning
10:00am to10:45am
Spin Class
11/3 through 12/15
Registration is Open
​WINTER II SESSION

​​SATURDAY CLASS
4/6 through 5/4
6:30am to 7:50am
On Ice Group Instruction

8:00am to 8:45am
ballet / dance/ yoga

9:00am to 9:45am
Off-ice Conditioning

10:00am to 10:45am
Spin Class

REGISTRATION
​PROGRAM FEE
Competitive Training
WINTER I Session: $210
January 12- February 9

WINTER II Session: $210
February 16-March 16

SPRING I Session: $210
April 6-May 4

SPRING II Session: $168
May 18-June 8

(4 week sessions) 

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