AMERICAN HEARTLAND ICE ARENA SKATING ACADEMY
Heartland Skating Academy, powered by Chicago Edge, offers a wide range of programs for anyone with the desire to skate! Whether your goal is to become a stronger recreational skater, or you're committed to becoming a figure skater or hockey player, we have the program that's right for you!
Our world-class programs are led by PSA and SafeSport certified coaches who are passionate about sharing their love for the ice with their students. All classes are designed to take skaters from beginners to the advanced freestyle levels.
Specialty classes, private lessons, camps, open skates, competitions, and ice shows are available in addition to our fundamental Learn to Skate classes. We believe that our exciting variety of programs will guarantee your success on and off the ice. Take the next step into your skating journey and register below to skate with us!
Our world-class programs are led by PSA and SafeSport certified coaches who are passionate about sharing their love for the ice with their students. All classes are designed to take skaters from beginners to the advanced freestyle levels.
Specialty classes, private lessons, camps, open skates, competitions, and ice shows are available in addition to our fundamental Learn to Skate classes. We believe that our exciting variety of programs will guarantee your success on and off the ice. Take the next step into your skating journey and register below to skate with us!
Current Sessions
Summer Mini-Session and Fall Registrations OPEN
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What to Expect:
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Skating Programs
Available Discounts:
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Drop-In Practice Ice is available during Summer Mini-Sessions and open to registered Learn to Skate students only:
Monday- 5:50pm-6:10pm
Drop-In Practice Ice is available during FALL Session and open to registered Learn to Skate students only:
Monday- 5:50pm-6:10pm
Saturday- 11:40am-12:00pm
12:40pm-1:00pm
Sunday- 12:00pm-12:20pm
1:00pm-1:20pm
Practice Ice Included In Registration Fees
Monday- 5:50pm-6:10pm
Drop-In Practice Ice is available during FALL Session and open to registered Learn to Skate students only:
Monday- 5:50pm-6:10pm
Saturday- 11:40am-12:00pm
12:40pm-1:00pm
Sunday- 12:00pm-12:20pm
1:00pm-1:20pm
Practice Ice Included In Registration Fees
ICE EXPLORERS [AGES 2 TO 3] |
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Explore the wonderful world of ice skating in this introductory class. Spend 30 minutes with our instructors playing off and on ice, singing songs and getting comfortable in skates! This class is perfect for those hesitant new skaters.
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Summer Mini-Session
Registration Open 4 Weeks 8/8-8/29 MONDAY CLASS 5:10pm-5:40pm 6:20pm-6:50pm |
Fall I Session
Registration Open 7 Weeks 9/12-10/24 MONDAY CLASS 5:10pm-5:40pm 9/17-10/29 SATURDAY CLASSES 11:00am-11:30am 12:00pm-12:30pm 9/18-10/30 SUNDAY CLASSES 11:20am-11:50am 12:20pm-11:50am 1:20pm-1:50pm |
REGISTRATION
PROGRAM FEE Ice Explorers Mini-Session $18 Fall Session $42 |
Snowplow Sam is an introductory class divided into four progressive levels. The objectives of this program are to build confidence while learning the basic skills of skating, and to help children develop the ABCs of movement – Agility, Balance, Coordination and speed.
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Summer Mini-Session
Registration Open 4 Weeks Snowplow Sam 1, 2 Skaters age 3-5 without previous formal instruction. 8/8-8/29 MONDAY CLASS 5:10pm-5:40pm Snowplow Sam 3, 4 Participant must have passed Snowplow Sam 1& 2 8/8-8/29 MONDAY CLASS 5:10pm-5:40pm |
Fall I Session
Registration Open 7 Weeks Snowplow Sam 1, 2 Skaters age 3-5 without previous formal instruction. 9/12-10/24 MONDAY CLASS 5:10pm-5:40pm 9/17-10/29 SATURDAY CLASSES 11:00am-11:30am 12:00pm-12:30pm 9/18-10/30 SUNDAY CLASSES 11:20am-11:50am 12:20pm-11:50am 1:20pm-1:50pm Snowplow Sam 3, 4 Participant must have passed Snowplow Sam 1& 2 9/12-10/24 MONDAY CLASS 5:10pm-5:40pm 9/17-10/29 SATURDAY CLASSES 11:00am-11:30am 12:00pm-12:30pm 9/18-10/30 SUNDAY CLASSES 11:20am-11:50am 12:20pm-11:50am 1:20pm-1:50pm |
REGISTRATION
PROGRAM FEES Snowplow 1 or 2 Mini-Session
$67 Snowplow 3 or 4 Mini-Session
$92 Snowplow 1 or 2 Fall
$116 Snowplow 3 or 4 Fall
$161 |
Basic 1-2 are introductory classes for children between the ages 6 through 12 with little to no prior skating experience.
These levels teach the FUNdamentals of skating and provides the best foundation for figure skating, hockey and speed skating.
These levels teach the FUNdamentals of skating and provides the best foundation for figure skating, hockey and speed skating.
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Summer Mini-Session
Registration Open 4 Weeks 8/8-8/29 MONDAY CLASS 5:10pm-5:50pm |
Fall I Session
Registration Open 7 Weeks 9/12-10/24 MONDAY CLASS 5:10pm-5:50pm 9/17-10/29 SATURDAY CLASSES 11:00am-11:40am 12:00pm-12:40pm 9/18-10/30 SUNDAY CLASSES 11:20am-12:00pm 12:20pm-1:00pm 1:20pm-2:00pm |
REGISTRATION
PROGRAM FEE Basic 1-2 Mini-Session
$67 Basic 1-2 Fall
$116 |
Progressive levels introduce forward and backward skating, stops, edges, crossovers and turns. Upon completion of all 6 Basic Skills components, skaters will be able to confidently advance to more specialized areas of skating. Skaters will progress at their own rate and advance once skill mastery is demonstrated.
Basic 3/ Alpha – Participant must have passed Basic 2 level
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 3/ Alpha – Participant must have passed Basic 2 level
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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Summer Mini-Session
Registration Open 4 Weeks 8/8-8/29 MONDAY CLASS 5:10pm-5:50pm |
Fall I Session
Registration Open 7 Weeks 9/12-10/24 MONDAY CLASS 5:10pm-5:50pm 9/17-10/29 SATURDAY CLASSES 11:00am-11:40am 12:00pm-12:40pm 9/18-10/30 SUNDAY CLASSES 11:20am-12:00pm 12:20pm-1:00pm 1:20pm-2:00pm |
REGISTRATION
PROGRAM FEE Basic 3 - 6 Mini-Session
$92 Basic 3 - 6 Fall
$161 |
BACK TO SCHOOL EXHIBITION
Join us for our 2022 Back to School Exhibition on Saturday, August 27th 10:00-11:50am at American Heartland Ice Arena!
Soloists, duets and trios are welcome! Let's kick off our school year showing off all of the fancy tricks we've learned!
For questions or more information, email chicagoedge@heartlandicearena.com
Soloists, duets and trios are welcome! Let's kick off our school year showing off all of the fancy tricks we've learned!
For questions or more information, email chicagoedge@heartlandicearena.com
Theater Team fuses artistic creativity with skating for small ensembles and production numbers. Showcase groups use props, backdrops, costumes and creativity to bring a story to life on the ice. Class focuses on refining skills in addition to skating within a team.
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Summer Mini-Session
Registration Open 8/8-8/29 MONDAY CLASS 4 Weeks 5:10pm-6:10pm 8/13-8/27 SATURDAY CLASS 3 Weeks 10:00am-11:00am |
Fall I Session
Registration Open 7 Weeks 9/12-10/24 MONDAY CLASS 5:10pm-6:10pm 9/17-10/29 SATURDAY CLASS 10:00am-11:00am |
REGISTRATION
PROGRAM FEE (Does not include performance fees) Theater Team Mini-Session (Saturdays) $70 Mini-Session (Mondays) $92 Fall Session $161 |
Each of the 4 levels within our Adult and Teen classes are conducted “at your own pace” and designed to help you reach your personal goals!
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Summer Mini-Session
Registration Open 4 Weeks 8/8-8/29 MONDAY CLASS 5:10pm-5:40pm |
Fall I Session
Registration Open 7 Weeks 9/12-10/24 MONDAY CLASS 5:10pm-5:40pm 9/17-10/29 SATURDAY CLASSES 11:00am-11:30am 12:00pm-12:30pm 9/18-10/30 SUNDAY CLASSES 11:20am-11:50am 12:20pm-11:50am 1:20pm-1:50pm |
REGISTRATION
PROGRAM FEE Adult and Teen Basics Mini-Session
$51 Adult and Teen Basics Fall
$88 |
THERAPEUTIC [ALL AGES]
We're proud to provide classes to skaters with disabilities. Our program follows the Learn to Skate USA Adaptive and Basic Skills curriculum. Skating helps to foster social skills, balance, teamwork, confidence and FUN!! Classes are taught by Learn to Skate Coaches and Peer Mentors.
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Summer Mini-Session
Registration Open 4 Weeks 8/8-8/29 MONDAY CLASS 5:10pm-5:40pm |
Fall I Session
Registration Open 7 Weeks 9/12-10/24 MONDAY CLASS 5:10pm-5:40pm 9/17-10/29 SATURDAY CLASSES 11:00am-11:30am 12:00pm-12:30pm 9/18-10/30 SUNDAY CLASSES 11:20am-11:50am 12:20pm-11:50am 1:20pm-1:50pm |
REGISTRATION
PROGRAM FEE Therapeutic Mini-Session
$60 Therapeutic Fall
$105 |
BALLET & MOVEMENT [ALL AGES]
Ballet and Movement for Skaters is a 60-minute class that introduces and refines elements of posture, alignment, elegance, and creative expression that translate directly to skating performance.
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Fall I Session
Registration Open 7 Weeks 9/12-10/24 MONDAY CLASS 6:20pm-7:20pm |
REGISTRATION
PROGRAM FEE Ballet & Movement $210 |
POWER [ALL AGES]
Gain power and speed with skating skills and drills for 30 minutes! This class will get your heart pumping and test your endurance - all while working on your edging!
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Summer Session
In Progress 7 Weeks 6/18-8/6 SATURDAY CLASS 10:20am-10:50am |
Fall I Session
Registration Open 7 Weeks 9/17-10/29 SATURDAY CLASS 9:30am-10:00am |
REGISTRATION
PROGRAM FEE Power $84 |
ASPIRE [Experienced or Competitive Skaters, Basic 5 - USFS Senior]
The U.S. Figure Skating ASPIRE program marks the transition from "Learn to Skate" class skater to figure skater! Through the development of athleticism and artistry, skaters build a solid skill foundation that drives success on and off the ice. An affordable way to reach maximum ice time and instruction with professional skating coaches. Learn in a healthy, competitive atmosphere training under one roof as a team!
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Summer Session
In Progress 7 Weeks 6/18-8/6 SATURDAY CLASS 10:50am-12:30pm Includes 30-Minute Conditioning Session |
Fall I Session
Registration Open 7 Weeks 9/17-10/29 SATURDAY CLASS 10:00am-11:40pm Includes 30-Minute Conditioning Session |
