Competitive Figure Skating Training

On-Ice

Free Skate Session

On-ice time for practice and/or private lessons. Free skate sessions are designated by skating level (see “Skating Levels”) to provide optimal training and safety for the skaters on these sessions.

Moves and Dance Session

This on-ice session is designed for those skaters working on U.S. Figure Skating dance and moves tests. Skater's moves level (during the school year sessions) will determine eligibility for this session. Music for the compulsory dances will be played. No group instruction will be provided. Private lessons may be taken during this session.

Dance Session

This on-ice session is designed for those skaters working on U.S. Figure Skating dance tests. Skater's dance level will determine eligibility for this session. Competitive dance teams will be allowed to skate on both high and low sessions. Music for the compulsory dances will be played. No group instruction will be provided. Private lessons may be taken during this session.

Power Class

The primary focus of this class will be creating and maintaining power, improving stamina and endurance, and focusing on body alignment.

Jump Class

This class will focus on the different aspects of jump technique in a group setting.

Edges and Curves Class

The focus of this class will be edge quality and turns. Skaters also will focus on maintaining flow.

Aspire

Aspire is a special session that will be held periodically throughout the year. Skaters in the Learn to Skate program or the lower levels of the competitive training program are invited to a 50 minute or one hour session to free skate, meet each other and make connections that they may have for the rest of their skating careers.

Off-Ice

Ballet & Stretch for Skaters

LSA has partnered with the Elite Dance to offer a comprehensive ballet program for skaters. Classes will be held at Elite Dance studios, on the 2nd floor of Iceland Sports Complex. This off-ice class will focus on classical ballet concepts and stretching

Strength and Conditioning

This program has been developed to increase the performance, health and well-being of skaters. LSA has a partnership with ProRehab's allPro Sports Performance program and is run by Alex Shefflette, allPro Sports Performance Director. Alex is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist through the National Strength and Conditioning Association. Athletes will perform a circuit of exercises specifically developed for the LSA skaters. Attention will be given to all parts of the body including torso, legs, hips, upper body and arms. Depending on the time of the year, skaters will complete the workout in approximately 20 to 40 minutes. Also, start times may be slightly adjusted to accommodate sub-grouping of athletes.