Your First Lesson
Now that lessons are underway we're here to help you with any information you need.
Please click on the links for a full guide to your first lessons as well as our code of conduct. These are important to make sure you are prepared. On the day of the lesson you need to make sure you arrive well before the start time, especially if you need to borrow skates. It can take some time to get them on and to get dressed! Gloves must be worn and hair should be tied back.. Skaters should wear leggings, a flexible pair of trousers or a skating outfit with a fleece. For those in the 'Panpans' group they will need to wear a ski suit, a helmet, long socks and gloves. Our coaches will welcome the children to the session and help them onto the ice. For their own safety the children must stay on the ice for the whole lesson, so please make sure you take the little ones to the toilet beforehand. Parents are welcome to watch from the stands, but they are not allowed by the entrances to the ice. |
The benefits of figure skating
Learning to figure skate has many benefits for both children and adults. Physically the sport helps to develop excellent balance, good reflexes and coordination. It also helps with postural control and strengthens the bones and the muscles.
Skating requires concentration and self discipline - skills that are greatly appreciated by parents. Learning to follow instructions so they can skate safely, taking responsibility for themselves and learning to be part of a team are all part of the learning experience. In addition your child will get to experience the pleasure of skating in front of an audience and the fun of being with their friends.
Learning to figure skate has many benefits for both children and adults. Physically the sport helps to develop excellent balance, good reflexes and coordination. It also helps with postural control and strengthens the bones and the muscles.
Skating requires concentration and self discipline - skills that are greatly appreciated by parents. Learning to follow instructions so they can skate safely, taking responsibility for themselves and learning to be part of a team are all part of the learning experience. In addition your child will get to experience the pleasure of skating in front of an audience and the fun of being with their friends.