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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! 

Summer Sessions 
Summer Registration OPEN​


What to Expect:
  • Typically skaters take 8-10 weeks to master curriculum at any given level and advance to the next level
Session Details:
  • Rental Skates available ($3) 
  • Controlled Student-to-Coach ensure that every skater gets the support and attention they need to succeed 
  • All skaters are tested at their own pace and Coaches will promote skaters to higher levels when they are ready
What to Bring: 
  • Please layer warm, comfortable clothing that allows for unrestricted movement
  • Helmets are required for all beginning skaters and highly recommended for skaters 6 years old and younger
  • Gloves
  • Thin socks or stockings
When You Arrive: 
  • Please check-in at the Chicago Edge Skating Academy table upon arrival at each class
  • After check-in you will be directed on where to go before taking the ice to begin your scheduled class
Skating Programs
  • Ice Explorers (Ages 2-3)
  • ​Snowplow Sam (Ages 3-5)
  • Basic 1-2 (Ages 6-12)
  • Basic 3-6 (Ages 6-12)
  • Theater Team (Ages 6-12)​
  • Adult and Teen (Ages 12 and up)
  • ​Therapeutic (All Ages)​
  • Power (All Ages)
  • ASPIRE (Experienced or Competitive Skaters)
Available Discounts:
  • Take 2 Classes and Save 25% on 2nd fee. Each class must be taken by same student
  • ​Parents save 50% when they enroll in a class with their child
  • Skate Rental Punch Card - 11 punches for $30.00
Make-Up Policy:
  • Make-Ups will be allowed but must be requested and used only during the current session
  • Make-Ups will not carry over to future sessions and no refunds will be given
  • Please email ChicagoEdge@heartlandicearena.com in advance of the date you wish to attend make-up class to reschedule

Drop-In Practice Ice is available during Summer Session and open to registered Learn to Skate students only:
Wednesday 6:00pm-6:20pm
Sunday 10:50am-11:10am
Sunday 11:50am-12:10pm
Sunday 12:50pm-1:00pm

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.
Spring 
Closed

​3/1-6/5
​SUNDAY CLASSES
8:50am-9:20am
9:30am-10:00am
10:10am-10:40am

​4/15-5/27
​FRIDAY CLASS
11:20am-11:50am

​
Summer 
Registration Open
​7 Weeks
(No Class 7/3 & 7/6)


6/15-8/7
​WEDNESDAY CLASSES
5:20pm-5:50pm
6:20pm-6:50pm


SUNDAY CLASSES
10:10am-10:40am
11:10am-11:40am
​12:10pm-1:40pm
REGISTRATION
PROGRAM FEE

​Ice Explorers
​$42​
Register Ice Explorers




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SNOWPLOW SAM 1-4 [AGES 3 -5 ]

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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 Spring 
Closed

Snowplow Sam 1, 2
Skaters age 3-5 without previous
formal instruction.


3/1-6/5
SUNDAY CLASSES
8:00am-8:30am
8:50am-9:20am

9:30am-10:00am 

3/21-5/23
MONDAY CLASS
5:40pm-6:10pm

​4/15-5/27

​FRIDAY CLASS
12:00pm-12:30pm
(Practice Ice 12:30pm-12:45pm)


Snowplow Sam 3, 4
Participant must have passed
Snowplow Sam 1& 2


3/1-6/5
​SUNDAY CLASSES
8:50am-9:20am
9:30am-10:00am

​4/15-5/27

​FRIDAY CLASS
12:00pm-12:30pm
(Practice Ice 12:30pm-12:45pm)
 Summer
Registration Open
​7 Weeks
(No Class 7/3 & 7/6)


Snowplow Sam 1, 2
Skaters age 3-5 without previous
formal instruction.


6/15-8/7
WEDNESDAY CLASSES
5:20pm-5:50pm
6:20pm-6:50pm
 

SUNDAY CLASSES
10:10am-10:40am
11:10am-11:40am
12:10am-12:40pm


Snowplow Sam 3, 4
Participant must have passed
Snowplow Sam 1& 2


​6/15-8/7
WEDNESDAY CLASSES
5:20pm-5:50pm
6:20pm-6:50pm
 

SUNDAY CLASSES
10:10am-10:40am
11:10am-11:40am
12:10am-12:40pm
REGISTRATION
PROGRAM FEES
​

Snowplow 1 or 2 
​$116

Snowplow 3 or 4
​$161​

Register Snowplow SAM 1-4


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BASIC 1-2 [AGES 6 TO 12]

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.

Spring 
Closed
​

3/1-6/5​
​​SUNDAY CLASSES
8:50am-9:30am
9:30am-10:10am
10:10am-10:50am


3/21-5/23
MONDAY CLASS
5:40pm-6:20pm
Summer 
Registration Open
​​
7 Weeks
(No Class 7/3 & 7/6)


6/15-8/7​
​​WEDNESDAY CLASSES
5:20pm-6:00pm
6:10pm-6:50pm

SUNDAY CLASSES
10:10am-10:50am
11:10am-11:50am
​12:10pm-12:50pm


REGISTRATION
PROGRAM FEE
​
Basic 1-2

$116
REGISTER Basic 1-2



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​BASIC 3-6  [AGES 6 TO 12]

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
 Spring 
Closed

​3/1-6/5
​​​SUNDAY CLASSES
8:50am-9:30am
9:30am-10:10am
10:10am-10:50am

​4/13-5/25

​​​WEDNESDAY CLASS
5:20pm-6:00pm
 Summer 
Registration Open
​​
7 Weeks
(No Class 7/3 & 7/6)


6/15-8/7​
​​WEDNESDAY CLASSES
5:20pm-6:00pm
6:10pm-6:50pm

SUNDAY CLASSES
10:10am-10:50am
11:10am-11:50am
​12:10pm-12:50pm
REGISTRATION
PROGRAM FEE
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Basic 3 - 6
$161
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THEATER TEAM [AGES 6 TO 12]

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.
 Spring 
Closed

​3/1-6/5
MONDAY CLASS
5:10pm-6:10pm
 Summer
Registration Open
​​7 Weeks
(No Class 7/2)

​
​6/18-8/6
SATURDAY CLASS
10:50am-11:50am
REGISTRATION
PROGRAM FEE

Theater Team
$161
Register Theater Team

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​ADULT and TEEN BASICS [AGES 12 & OLDER]

​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! 
 ​Spring 
Closed

3/1-6/5​
SUNDAY CLASS
8:50am-9:20am
9:30am-10:00am


3/21-5/23​
MONDAY CLASS
5:40pm-6:10pm
 


 ​Summer 
Registration Open
​​
7 Weeks
(No Class 7/3 & 7/6)


6/15-8/7​
​​WEDNESDAY CLASS
6:20pm-6:50pm

SUNDAY CLASSES
10:10am-10:40am
11:10am-11:40am
  REGISTRATION
PROGRAM FEE

Adult and Teen Basics
$88

Register Adult and Teen


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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.
Spring 
Closed
​
3/5-3/26​
SATURDAY CLASS
3:40pm-4:10pm



​
Summer 
Registration Open
​​
7 Weeks
(No Class 7/3 & 7/6)


6/15-8/7​
​​WEDNESDAY CLASSES
5:20pm-5:50pm
6:20pm-6:50pm


SUNDAY CLASS
12:10pm-12:40pm
 REGISTRATION
PROGRAM FEE
​

Therapeutic
$105
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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!
 Summer
Registration Open
​​7 Weeks
(No Class 7/2)

​
​6/18-8/6
SATURDAY CLASS
10:20am-10:50am
 REGISTRATION
PROGRAM FEE
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Power
$84
Register Power


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​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!
 Spring 
Closed

​3/1-6/5
ASPIRE Full Program​​​
SUNDAY CLASS
8:00am-11:00am
Includes the Advanced On-Ice Course
in addition to all Off-Ice Classes
:
8:00-8:40am: Edges, Power, Jumps & Spin Exercises 
8:50-9:10am: Dynamic Warm-Ups, Cool Downs & Agility
9:15-9:45am: Rotational Jumps & Spins (Spinner Training)
9:50-10:20am: Super Strength and Stretch
10:30-11:00am: Ballet for Figure Skaters


ASPIRE Express​​​
SUNDAY CLASS
8:00am-9:10am
Express Session includes a 40-minute Advanced Skating class
and only the first off-ice class on Sundays


*ASPIRE ala carte Off-Ice Training for Express Skaters:
*9:15-9:45am: Rotational Jumps & Spins (Spinner Training)
*9:50-10:20am: Super Strength and Stretch
*10:30-11:00am: Ballet for Figure Skaters


​4/13-5/25
Axel Academy
WEDNESDAY CLASS
5:20pm-6:00pm
Specialized Jump Training For Advanced Skaters
 Summer 
Registration Open
​​7 Weeks
(No Class 7/2)


​6/18-8/6​​​
SATURDAY CLASS
10:50am-12:30pm
Includes 30-Minute Conditioning Session
 
REGISTRATION
PROGRAM FEES

ASPIRE Summer
$185​​
Register Aspire Summer

​ASPIRE Express Off-Ice

$18 Per Session
Register Aspire Express Off-Ice






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7384 N Lincoln Ave
Lincolnwood IL 60712
​847-675-2950

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