Star Skate
Bridge Program
WINTER/SPRING 2024
Star Skate is GSA's Aspire Bridge Program from Learn to Skate USA. The Bridge Program is one level up from Learn-to-Skate (LTS) Classes and is part of the Glacier Skate Academy Figure Skating Club.
Skaters who have passed LTS Basic Skills Level 4 are eligible to move up into our Star Skate Program!
Skaters who desire to move up into Bridge (Star Skate) must be able to commit to the Star Skate schedule, which consists of weekly group classes as well as individual practice time.
This program is designed to further develop fundamental figure skating skills in the areas of Freestyle and Moves in the Field while helping skaters learn how to train safely and independently.
Star Skate Classes
What is involved?
Star Skate is the next step if you want more than what Learn-to-Skate offers. Star Skate is our US Figure Skating Aspire Program, where skaters learn more about edges, basic spins, and jumps through proper skill development. This program gives your skater a glimpse into what it is like to train like a figure skater. Your skater will fine-tune their fundamentals, build confidence, learn how to navigate skating on a freestyle session and develop new friendships.
Pre-requisites and goals:
-Passed Basic 4 to move into Star.
-Working towards: Aspire 1+ levels and test Pre-Preliminary Skating Skills within one year or less!
Who is coaching?
Shared among GSA coaching staff
When is it?
Tues and Thurs: 4-5 pm
*Group Class is from 4:00-4:30 pm
*Freeskate is from 4:30-5:00 pm
*Each Session includes 14 group lessons and ice per session, excluding the 5-week session in May (10 group lessons).
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Rates
The package includes 2 hours of ice time per week with group instruction. Skaters do not need a punch card; ice time is built into the rate.
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7-Week Session 1: JAN 8 - FEB 22, 2024
7 weeks = $364
Tues and Thurs: 4-5 pm
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7-Week Session 2: MAR 5 - APR 25, 2024
7 weeks = $364
Tues and Thurs: 4-5 pm
5-Week Session 3: MAY 7 - JUN 6, 2024
5 weeks = $260
Tues and Thurs: 4-5 pm
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*10% Sibling Discount*
Star Skaters must have a valid Learn to Skate USA or US Figure Skating membership before registering.
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Cancelation Policy: Full refunds are available up to one week before the first day of class. Please contact glacierskate@gmail.com for a refund or to transfer classes. Refunds are not available after this time.
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Supplemental Private Lessons are available.
Private and Semi-Private lessons are available to Star Skaters and are offered for an additional charge. Star Skaters interested in supplementing the Star Skate classes with private lessons are also invited to sign up for freestyle session packages. Private lessons can be arranged by contacting glacierskate@gmail.com. Lessons with a Junior Coach are $25 for 30 minutes. Lesson rates with head coaches vary.
Support GSA!!! We are a Non Profit and rely heavily on donations. All donations go toward the club's ice time fees and help us keep skaters on the ice so they can achieve their goals!
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Donate via Check: PO Box 4593, Whitefish, MT 59937
Donate via Venmo: @GlacierSkate-Academy