Skating Programs
Aspire… The Next Step
A jump start to competitive figure skating for enthusiastic beginner level skaters. Aim higher with Aspire.
About the program
What is Aspire?
The Aspire program provides a jump start to competitive figure skating for enthusiastic beginner level skaters. Skaters interested in joining Aspire are required to have successfully completed the Basic 4 level (for Aspire YOUTH and Aspire TEEN groups), Adult 3 (for ADULT Aspire group), or above before joining. Skaters may enroll in Junior Aspire at Basic 3 through Basic 6 levels.
Participants enjoy on-ice classes, off-ice instruction, and practice time, introducing skaters to different facets of the sport, including jumps, spins, skating skills, synchronized skating, and ice dance. Aspire skaters train 2–3 days per week during the LSA Learn to Skate USA sessions, with an additional off-ice conditioning class.
Aspire registrations require the $70 annual LSA Aspire Membership (or higher). Aspire Bronze class packages require LSA Full Membership. Louisville Skating Academy conducts Aspire year round during Learn to Skate USA sessions, Aspire Summit clinics, and Aspire Summer Camp.
Register NOW Membership TypesJunior Aspire
LSA Aspire offers Junior Aspire for its younger skaters, ages 8 and under, who can’t wait to get to the rink to learn more skills with their friends. Junior Aspire is for Basic 3 – Basic 6 skaters enrolled in LSA Learn to Skate USA classes.
Junior Aspire requires skaters to enroll 2 days per week in Basic Skills class on Monday, Wednesday, or Saturday LTS with 1 day of off-ice conditioning class.
Registration Now Open
Aspire Early Fall Session
Mondays
August 17 – October 5 • 5:20 – 7:00 p.m.
Early Fall Aspire Session registration now OPEN!
Aspire Classes
$501.80
$494.17
$501.80
*Full member/contracting off-ice package available for Aspire/LSA members who contract only.
Each package includes 30 minutes of group instruction plus 30 minutes of practice ice per day + off-ice conditioning class. Skaters may request private lessons during the Aspire LTS free skate.
Register NOWWednesdays
August 19 – October 7 • 5:20 – 7:00 p.m., 6:00 – 7:40pm
Early Fall Aspire Session registration now OPEN!
Aspire Classes
$494.17
$501.80
*Full member/contracting off-ice package available for Aspire/LSA members who contract only.
Each package includes 30 minutes of group instruction plus 30 minutes of practice ice per day + off-ice conditioning class. Skaters may request private lessons during the Aspire LTS free skate.
Register NOWSaturdays
August 22 – October 3 • 8:50 – 10:30 a.m.
Early Fall Aspire Session registration now OPEN!
Aspire Classes
$501.80
$494.17
$501.80
Each Aspire Session package includes 30 minutes of group instruction, 30 minutes of practice ice, and 30 minutes of weekly off-ice conditioning class. Athletes may request private lessons during the practice ice portion of the sessions.
Register NOWPlease Note
- The Learn to Skate Membership year runs July of the current year through June of the next year and must be renewed annually to enroll in sessions.
- All Learn to Skate USA Aspire registrations require the $70 annual LSA Aspire Membership (or higher).
- Aspire Bronze class packages require LSA Full Membership.
- Aspire members may now contract select LSA sessions to bridge/transition to the Academy. Sessions allowing Aspire Youth, Aspire Teen, and Adult Aspire athletes (not recommended for Jr. Aspire) are: Tuesday & Friday mornings, Friday afternoon Power class and 5:40 p.m. session.
- Same-day registration, on-site walk-in registration, and on-site class day transfer requests incur a $20 paper registration fee. Please contact the Learn to Skate USA/Aspire Director in advance with these requests.
- Make-ups must be scheduled in advance with the Learn to Skate USA/Aspire Director.
What skaters learn
Skater Curriculum
Core Skating Classes
- Learn to Test Skating Skills
- Jumps
- Spins
- Synchronized Skating
- Ice Dance
- Theatre on Ice
Core Off-Ice Classes
- Dynamic Warm-Up
- Agility, Balance, and Coordination
- Strength
- Flexibility
- Off-Ice Conditioning
- Movement — musical interpretation
Parental Involvement
Parent meetings take place throughout the season while skaters participate in off-ice training — just 20 minutes in length. Topics may include:
- Introduction to U.S. Figure Skating membership
- Testing and competitive pipeline
- Competition readiness
- How to be a supportive skating parent
- Q&A with higher-level athletes and their parents
- Introduction to judging systems
- Volunteer opportunities and getting involved