Public Session Cancellation; Tuesday 2/18/20 there will be NO 12:30p-2:00p public session. All times are subject to change or cancellation. Please call for confirmation of session times as well as special times during school holidays!
Non-Holiday Public Hours
Mon
Time: 12:30 - 2:00; 4:00 - 5:30.
Tues
Time: 12:30 - 2:00.
Wed
Time: 12:30 - 2:00; 4:00 - 5:30.
Thurs
Time: 12:30 - 2:00; 7:00 - 8:30.
Fri
Time: 12:30 - 2:00; 4:00 - 5:30; 8:00 - 10:00.
Sat
Time: 11:00 - 12:30; 2:00 - 4:30; 8:00 - 10:00.
Sun
Time: 2:00 - 4:00.
Pricing
Admission
$10.00
Child (5 & Under) Admission
$4.00
Figure Skate Rental
$5.00
Hockey Skate Rental
$5.00
Home School Skate Days
Home School Skate Days are every 3rd Friday of the month.
Please Let the Front Desk Know You are a Homeschool Skater Before Paying
The cost for homeschoolers is $10 and includes skate rental for each homeschool child. This pertains to the homeschool child only, anyone else who would like to skate the price is $15 per person including skate rental. Homeschool skating session is on the 12:30 - 2:00 public session. Happy Skating!
2020 Skating Academy Semester Dates
Semester 1 (January 6 – February 29)
Semester 2 (March 2 – May 2) – (Spring Break – no classes week of March 30 - Apr 4)
Semester 3 (May 4 - June 27) - (No class Sat May 23 nor Mon May 25 for Memorial Day Weekend)
Semester 4 (June 29 - Aug 22) - (No class Thurs July 4 for Independence Day)
Semester 5 (August 24 – October 17) - No class Sat Sept 5 nor Mon Sept 7 for Labor Day weekend)
Semester 6 (October 19 – December 19) - (Thanksgiving Break no classes Nov. 23 – 28)
Welcome to Iceforum Duluth Skating Academy!
We're excited to help you learn to skate!
We offer 8-week semester classes for tots, kids, and adults year-round, offering the Learn to Skate USA program of United Skates Figure Skating (USFS).Click to learn more about the nationwide Learn to Skate USA program:
Learn to Skate USA
To get started, you will first need to choose your skating package
We offer a variety of skating academy packages, ranging from one group class a week to two group classes a week with eight (8) 15-minute private lessons.
After you've chosen your skating package, then you can decide what day(s) you'd like to enroll.
If you choose a package that includes additional private lessons, the Skating Academy Director will set you up with a private lesson coach, or you can select a coach yourself by directly approaching them.
When you register at the front desk before the first Monday of any semester you will receive a $5.00 discount!
Check out photos and video of our Skating Academy Facebook and Instagram!
Please e-mail the Skating Academy Director to set up your Silver Medal or Gold Medal Package private lessons.
There is an additional $32 for skate rental for the entire semester if need to rent skates.
All Skating packages offered include Unlimited public skating during the 8-week semester.
Step One - Choose your Skating Package
All below packages come with 8 free public session admissions, to be used only during the course of the semester. In addition to below, current Skating Academy students can purchase a separate $25 unlimited public session admission card good only for the current semester. Number of included public sessions per semester - Eight
Bronze Medal
Number of included 15-minute private lessons per semester: None. Plus $32 skate rental for entire 8-week semester.
Number of One Class(per week)$160.00
Silver Medal
Number of included 15-minute private lessons per semester: None. Plus $32 skate rental for entire 8-week semester.
Number of Two Classes(per week)$225.00
Gold Medal
Number of included 15-minute private lessons per semester: Four (All Gold package lessons must be taken during the current 8-week semester). Plus $32 skate rental for entire 8-week semester.
Number of Two Classes(per week)$275.00
Advanced Skating Skills
Number of included 15-minute private lessons per semester: None. Plus $32 skate rental for entire 8-week semester.
Number of One Class(cost for 2x/wk=$350)$175.00
Step Two - Choose your Class Level and Day(S)
Basic Skills Classes
Mon
Snowplow Sam 1-4
Time: 5:30- 6pm.
Basic 1
Time: 5:30- 6pm.
Basic 2
Time: 5:30- 6pm.
Basic 3
Time: 5:30- 6pm.
Basic 4
Time: 5:30- 6pm.
Basic 5
Time: 5:30- 6pm.
Basic 6
Time: 5:30- 6pm.
Wed
Basic 4
Time: 5:30- 6pm.
Basic 5
Time: 5:30- 6pm.
Basic 6
Time: 5:30- 6pm.
Pre-Freeskate
Time: 5:30- 6pm.
Freeskate 1
Time: 5:30- 6pm.
Freeskate 2
Time: 5:30- 6pm.
Hockey 1-4
Time: 5:30- 6pm.
Snowplow Sam 1-4
Time: 6 - 6:30pm.
Basic 1
Time: 6 - 6:30pm.
Basic 2
Time: 6 - 6:30pm.
Basic 3
Time: 6 - 6:30pm.
Young Adult 1
Time: 6 - 6:30pm.
Young Adult 2
Time: 6 - 6:30pm.
Thurs
Adult 1
Time: 6:30 - 7pm.
Adult 2
Time: 6:30 - 7pm.
Adult 3
Time: 6:30 - 7pm.
Adult 4
Time: 6:30 - 7pm.
Adult 5
Time: 6:30 - 7pm.
Adult 6
Time: 6:30 - 7pm.
Sat
Basic 4
Time: 9 - 9:30am.
Basic 5
Time: 9 - 9:30am.
Basic 6
Time: 9 - 9:30am.
Pre-Freeskate
Time: 9 - 9:30am.
Freeskate 1
Time: 9 - 9:30am.
Freeskate 2
Time: 9 - 9:30am.
Snowplow Sam 1-4
Time: 9:30 - 10:00am.
Basic 1
Time: 9:30 - 10:00am.
Basic 2
Time: 9:30 - 10:00am.
Basic 3
Time: 9:30 - 10:00am.
Adult 1
Time: 9:30 - 10:00am.
Adult 2
Time: 9:30 - 10:00am.
Adult 3
Time: 9:30 - 10:00am.
Adult 5
Time: 9:30 - 10:00am.
Adult 6
Time: 9:30 - 10:00am.
Young Adult 1
Time: 9:30 - 10:00am.
Specialty Classes
When you register for a Specialty Class with your group package you will receive a $24 credit towards the following semester. This credit is to be used for LTS only.
Wed
Advanced Skating Skills
Time: 5:30- 6pm.
Thurs
Sk8ability
Time: 6:30 - 7pm.
Theatre on Ice
Time: 6:30 - 7pm.
Sat
Advanced Skating Skills
Time: 9 - 9:30am.
How to Register for Classes
Register in person at the front desk (preferred)
When purchasing a class package at the front desk, you will be given a class card. This class card MUST be presented to each class you attend. If you do not present your class card, you can purchase a replacement card for $5.
Register online
After registering online, you will need to print your payment confirmation and bring it to the rink, where you will need to fill out the class card above. Again, if you do not present your class card, you can purchase a replacement card for $5.
Additional Notes
Junior Club offered from 6:40 -7:55 pm Wednesdays after Learn to Skate
Alternative classes
Alternative classes are as follows. Skater must meet the listed minimum skill level to participate:
Advanced Skating Skills
Passed Adult 6 or Basic 6 (alternates weekly between work in Spins, Jumps, Footwork).
Theatre on Ice
Passed Adult 6 or Pre-Freeskate.
What to Wear
Thin socks (bulky socks will bunch up and be uncomfortable)
Warm pants or skating tights (can purchase in dance wear stores)
Coat or jacket
Gloves or mittens
Renting Skates
Skates can be rented for the entire semester for a one-time fee of $32 for the semeter
This includes skate rental for either public sessions or for classes during the entire 8-week semester.
Purchasing Skates
Those interested in purchasing skates in our pro shop must first schedule an appointment for a foot measurement/skate fitting with coach Ellen Poulsen
After Ellen measures the skater's feet, she can recommend a model and size suitable to the skater.
If we have that skate in stock
The blades can be sharpened in our pro shop for free for the first sharpening ($10 each time after that) and the skater can leave the pro shop with their new skates.
If we don't have the skate in stock and have to place an order
Expect to wait 10 days to 2 weeks for the skates to arrive. When the skates arrive, contact Ellen again to schedule a time to do a fit.
Skate Purchase Discount
All current Skating Academy students receive a 10% discount on skates purchased in our pro shop.
Skates purchased in our pro shop will be at least $100 and be good quality skates
Skates purchased in our pro shop will be at least $100 and be good quality skates that give the skater proper ankle support that will help prevent injuries that cheaper, 'floppy' boots from sporting goods stores. If you are not ready to make the financial committment, we highly recommend renting skates until you are ready to purchase.
Skate care
Never let your skate blades come into contact with anything other than ice
Or the black rubber matting at the rink. Otherwise, you will get nicks on your blade that will make it harder to glide on the ice.
After each skating session, use a soft towel to dry off both your boot and blade.
Use 'soakers' (which can also be purchased for $7 in our pro shop) to keep your blades protected and dry when not in use (see image).
Home School Skate Days Are Every 3rd Friday of the Month
Home School Skate Days are Every 3rd Friday of the Month
The cost for homeschoolers is $5.50 (instead of the regular $10 admission), and includes skate rental for each homeschool child. This pertains to the homeschool child only, anyone else who would like to skate the price is $12 per person including skate rental. Homeschool skating session is on the 12:30- 2:00 public session. Happy Skating!