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CENTER ICE SKATING ACADEMY

There's no doubt about it, zooming around on the ice is a fantastic way to embrace winter and get some exercise at the same time.  It is a lifelong activity that provides many positive benefits, so why not learn how to skate?

The Skating Academy at Center Ice 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.
 Program Benefits:
  • 10 - 20 minute practice sessions included in cost
  • Controlled student to teacher ratio
  • Parent Discount: Parents of registered students may take an Adult class at 50% off
  • Skate rental available at the rink $4 each pair
  • Classes with less than 8 students may be combined

Make-Up Classes:
Classes missed may be made up on any day and time that the skaters current level is offered. No prior notification is necessary.  On the day you are making up please check in at the information table to obtain a makeup sticker. All Make- ups must be made up in the same session. No make- ups will cross over to the next session.

Practice times for registered Skating Academy students:
Thursday: 4:10pm-4:30pm
Thursday: 5:10pm – 5:30
Saturday: 9:00am-9:10am
Saturday: 9:50am – 10:10am
Saturday: 11:00 – 11:20am
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 SPRING 2 SESSION
  • Classes run May 4th - June 25th
  • No Classes June 9th and 11th
SUMMER SESSION
  • Classes run July 7th - August 20th 

Select a program for more information:
  • Parent and Tot (Ages 2-4)
  • Tots (Ages 3-5)
  • Basic 1 (Ages 6-12)
  • Basic 2 - 6​
  • Freeskate
  • Teen and Adult (Ages 13 and up)
  • Specialty Class
  • Special Skater - New Class!!!
For more information on any of our skating programs, please don't hesitate to contact the skating director directly.

SKATING DIRECTOR:
Beth Wassell
630-790-9696 x 4
beth@centericeofdupage.com

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​ICE SHOW - MOUSE HOUSE REVIEW
JUNE 11th  
SHOW TIMES : 11am and 4pm
Tickets are on sale now!! Come see our show. The Skating Academy Students are working really hard to be able to show friends and family all their accomplishments. 

TICKET SALES HERE

PARENT/TOT[AGES 2 TO 4]

The Parent/Tot class is a great way to introduce your tot to the ice all while being able to skate with them! They will learn to stand and support themselves on the ice, fall down and get back up and march through fun games and activities.

SPRING 1 SESSION
Closed

THURSDAY CLASS 
4:30pm– 5:00pm
3/3 through 4/28

No Class 3/31 & 4/21

SATURDAY CLASS #1
9:10 am to 9:40am
3/5 through 4/30
No Class 4/2 & 4/23

SATURDAY CLASS #2
11:20am to 11:50am
3/5 through 4/30
No Class 4/2 & 4/23

SPRING 2 SESSION
In Progress

THURSDAY CLASS 
4:30pm– 5:00pm
5/5 through 6/23

No Class 6/9 

SATURDAY CLASS #1
9:10 am to 9:40am
5/7 through 6/25
No Class 6/11

SATURDAY CLASS #2
11:20am to 11:50am
5/7 through 6/25
No Class 6/11


REGISTRATION

PROGRAM FEE:
​

SPRING 2 Session
 $155.00 
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PROGRAM REGISTRATION


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TOTS [AGES 3 -5 ]

​Tot's 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.

SPRING 1 SESSION
Closed

WEDNESDAY CLASS
9:40am– 10:10am
3/2 through 4/27
No Class 3/30 & 4/20
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THURSDAY CLASS 
4:30pm– 5:00pm
3/3 through 4/28

No Class 3/31 & 4/21

SATURDAY CLASS #1
9:10 am to 9:40am
3/5 through 4/30
No Class 4/2 & 4/23

SATURDAY CLASS #2
11:20am to 11:50am
3/5 through 4/30
No Class 4/2 & 4/23

SPRING 2 SESSION
​​In Progress

WEDNESDAY CLASS
9:40am– 10:10am
5/4
 through 6/8
6 weeks only $135
​

THURSDAY CLASS 
4:30pm– 5:00pm
5/5 through 6/23

No Class 6/9 

SATURDAY CLASS #1
9:10 am to 9:40am
5/7 through 6/25
No Class 6/11

SATURDAY CLASS #2
11:20am to 11:50am
5/7 through 6/25
No Class 6/11
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REGISTRATION

PROGRAM FEE:
​

SPRING 2 Session ​
$145.00 

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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.

SPRING 1 SESSION
Closed

WEDNESDAY CLASS
9:40am– 10:10am
3/2 through 4/27
No Class 3/30 & 4/20
​

THURSDAY CLASS 
4:30pm– 5:00pm
3/3 through 4/28

No Class 3/31 & 4/21

SATURDAY CLASS #1
9:10 am to 9:40am
3/5 through 4/30
No Class 4/2 & 4/23

SATURDAY CLASS #2
11:20am to 11:50am
3/5 through 4/30
No Class 4/2 & 4/23
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​

SPRING 2 SESSION
​​In Progress

WEDNESDAY CLASS
9:40am– 10:10am
5/4 through 6/8
6 weeks only $145
​

THURSDAY CLASS #1
4:30pm– 5:00pm
5/5 through 6/23

No Class 6/9 

THURSDAY CLASS #2
5:30pm– 6:10pm
5/5 through 6/23
No Class 6/9 

SATURDAY CLASS #1
9:10 am to 9:40am
5/7 through 6/25
No Class 6/11

SATURDAY CLASS #2
11:20am to 11:50am
5/7 through 6/25
No Class 6/11
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REGISTRATION

  PROGRAM FEE:

SPRING 2 Session
$155.00 

​​
PROGRAM REGISTRATION

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BASIC 2- 6 (ALPHA, BETA, GAMMA & DELTA)


  •  Basic 2 - 6 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.
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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

SPRING 1 SESSION
​Closed

THURSDAY CLASS #1
4:30pm– 5:10pm
3/3 through 4/28
No Class 3/31 & 4/21

THURSDAY CLASS #2
5:30pm– 6:10pm
3/3 through 4/28
No Class 3/31 & 4/21
​

SATURDAY CLASS #1
9:10 am to 9:50am
3/5 through 4/30
No Class 4/2 & 4/23


SATURDAY CLASS #2
11:20am to 12:00am
3/5 through 4/30
No Class 4/2 & 4/23
​

SPRING 2 SESSION
​In Progress

THURSDAY CLASS #1
4:30pm– 5:10pm
5/5 through 6/23
No Class 6/9 
​
THURSDAY CLASS #2
5:30pm– 6:10pm
5/5 through 6/23
No Class 6/9 

SATURDAY CLASS #1
9:10 am to 9:50am
5/7 through 6/25
No Class 6/11


SATURDAY CLASS #2
11:20am to 12:00am
5/7 through 6/25
No Class 6/11


REGISTRATION

PROGRAM FEE:
​

SPRING 2 Session ​
$155.00 


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FREESKATE 1 - 6

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.

SPRING 1 SESSION
Closed

THURSDAY CLASS 
5:30pm– 6:10pm
3/3 through 4/28
No Class 3/31 & 4/21


SATURDAY CLASS
10:20am to 11:00am
3/5 through 4/30
No Class 4/2 & 4/23
​

SPRING 2 SESSION
​In Progress​

THURSDAY CLASS 
5:30pm– 6:10pm
5/5 through 6/23
No Class 6/9 


SATURDAY CLASS
10:20am to 11:00am
5/7 through 6/25
No Class 6/11
​
​


REGISTRATION

PROGRAM FEE:

SPRING 2 Session ​
$155.00 

​
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TEEN & ADULT CLASS [AGES 13 & OLDER]

​Center Ice offers Teen/Adult skating classes as a part of our Skating Academy.  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.

SPRING 1 SESSION
Closed

THURSDAY CLASS #1
4:30pm– 5:10pm
3/3 through 4/28

No Class 3/31 & 4/21

THURSDAY CLASS #2
5:30pm– 6:10pm
3/3 through 4/28
No Class 3/31 & 4/21

SATURDAY CLASS #1
9:10 am to 9:50am
3/5 through 4/30
No Class 4/2 & 4/23

SATURDAY CLASS #2
11:20am to 12:00am
3/5 through 4/30
No Class 4/2 & 4/23
​

SPRING 2 SESSION
​In Progress

THURSDAY CLASS #2
4:30pm– 5:10pm
5/5 through 6/23

No Class 6/9 

THURSDAY CLASS #2
5:30pm– 6:10pm
5/5 through 6/23
No Class 6/9 
​
SATURDAY CLASS #1
9:10 am to 9:50am
5/7 through 6/25
No Class 6/11

SATURDAY CLASS #2
11:20am to 12:00am
5/7 through 6/25
No Class 6/11
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REGISTRATION

PROGRAM FEE:

SPRING 2 Session ​
$155.00 

​​Parent/Child Discount
Adult Class 
​$78


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SPECIALTY CLASS

Specialty Class is available for any skater in levels Freestyle 1 and up. It is meant to be used as extra practice with instruction for those skills that a skater may be struggling with. Skaters in Freestyle levels may use this class for a makeup class if needed.

SPRING 1 SESSION
Closed

THURSDAY CLASS 
4:30pm– 5:10pm
3/3 through 4/28

No Class 3/31 & 4/21

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SATURDAY CLASS
11:20am to 12:00pm
3/5 through 4/30
No Class 4/2 & 4/23
​​
​

SPRING 2 SESSION
​In Progress

THURSDAY CLASS 
4:30pm– 5:10pm
5/5 through 6/23

No Class 6/9 

​ 
SATURDAY CLASS
11:20am to 12:00pm
5/7 through 6/25
No Class 6/11
​
​​


REGISTRATION

PROGRAM FEE:
​

SPRING 2 Session 
$155.00 

​​
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SPECIAL SKATER

​We provide classes to skaters with physical and /or intellectual disabilities. Our classes will follow the Learn to Skate USA Adaptive and Basic Skills curriculum. Skating helps to foster social skills, balance, a team atmosphere, a sense of achievement and FUN!! Classes are taught by Learn to Skate Coaches and Peer Mentors. 

SPRING 1 SESSION
Closed

SATURDAY CLASS
12:10am to 1:10am
3/5 through 4/30
No Class 4/2 & 4/23
​

SPRING 2 SESSION
​In Progress

SATURDAY CLASS
12:10am to 1:10am
5/7 through 6/25
No Class 6/11
​


REGISTRATION


PROGRAM FEE:
​

SPRING 2 Session 
$120.00



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