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.

Summer
Session
​Special
SPECIAL 20% Discount on ALL
Snowplow Sam
Basic 1 and
Basic 2 Classes

​​Current Skating Programs

SPRING - 2019 
​Registration is Closed
Session runs April 27th thru June 9th
SUMMER - 2019 
​Registration is OPEN
​Session will run for 7 weeks
​Tuesdays June 18th thru July 30th
​- 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
SPRING SESSION
Snowplow Sam 1
Skaters without previous
formal instruction.
SATURDAY CLASS
4/27 through 6/15
9:15am to 9:45am
​
Snowplow Sam 2
Must have passed
Snowplow Sam 1 class.
SUNDAY CLASS
4/28 through 6/16
11:35am to 12:05pm

Snowplow Sam 3
Must have passed
Snowplow Sam 2 class.
SATURDAY CLASS
4/27 through 6/15
11:15am to 11:45am
​
SUNDAY CLASS
4/28 through 6/16
​11:35am to 12:05pm
Registration is OPEN
Summer SESSION
Snowplow Sam 1
Skaters without previous
formal instruction.
TUESDAY CLASS
6/18 through 7/30
5:40pm to 6:10pm

Snowplow Sam 2
Must have completed
Snowplow Sam 1.
TUESDAY CLASS
6/18 through 7/30
5:40pm to 6:10pm

Snowplow Sam 3 and 4
Must have passed
Snowplow Sam 2 class.
TUESDAY CLASS
6/18 through 7/30
5:40pm to 6:10pm

​REGISTRATION
PROGRAM FEE
Snowplow 1, 2, 3 or 4
SPRING 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
​SPRING SESSION
Skaters without previous
formal instruction.
SATURDAY CLASS
4/27 through 6/15
9:00am to 9:45am

SUNDAY CLASS
4/28 through 6/16
​11:20am to 12:05pm
Registration is OPEN
SUMMER SESSION
Skaters without previous
formal instruction.
TUESDAY CLASS
6/18 through 7/30
5:30pm to 6:10pm

​REGISTRATION
PROGRAM FEE
Basic 1
SPRING 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
​SPRING SESSION
Basic 2 and 3
​SATURDAY CLASS
4/27 through 6/15
11:00am to 11:45am

SUNDAY CLASS
4/28 through 6/16
​11:20am to 12:05pm - Basic 2
​12:20pm to 1:05pm - Basic 2 and 3

​Basic  4, 5
​SATURDAY CLASS
4/27 through 6/15
12:00pm to 12:45pm
Registration is OPEN
SUMMER SESSION
Basic 2 thru 6
​TUESDAY CLASS
6/18 through 7/30
5:30pm to 6:10pm

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

​Basic 3, 4 and 5
SUMMER 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
SPRING SESSION

​​SATURDAY CLASS
4/27 through 6/15
12:00pm to 12:45am
Registration is OPEN
SUMMER SESSION
​
​​TUESDAY CLASS
6/18 through 7/30
5:30pm to 6:10pm

REGISTRATION
PROGRAM FEE
Free Skate 1 and Up
SPRING 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
SPRING SESSION

​​SATURDAY CLASS
4/27 through 6/15
9:15am to 9:45am

​​SUNDAY CLASS
4/28 through 6/16
12:35pm to 1:05pm
Registration is OPEN
SUMMER SESSION

​​TUESDAY CLASS
6/18 through 7/30
5:40pm to 6:10pm

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