The Pavilion Skate School is an accomplished Learn to Skate program consistently awarded by U.S. Figure Skating. We have been teaching our community to ice skate for over 25 years.
Learn to Skate Classes are for skaters interested in pursuing figure skating, hockey or recreational skating.
The Pavilion Skate School participates in and follows the Learn to Skate USA Curriculum.
The mission of Learn to Skate USA is to provide a fun and positive experience that will instill a lifelong love of skating.
Objectives of Learn to Skate USA:
Learn to Skate USA is the only ice skating program endorsed by U.S. Figure Skating, USA Hockey and U.S. Speedskating. Learn to Skate USA offers every participant a rewarding experience rooted in the lifelong benefits of ice skating.
Our 10 or 8 week sessions consist of 30 minutes of direct instruction and 30 minutes of supervised free skate practice. Membership to Learn to Skate USA, and a pass for free admission to a pre-designated public session, is included. Skaters are grouped by ability, not age.
Snowplow Sam 1-3 &
Basic Skills 1 - Pre-Free Skate:
Designed for students 4 years & older. Move up level by level while learning and having fun with our coaches. Learn edge work, stroking & turns in the basic skills levels; start spins, jumps, and footwork in the free skate levels.
The Winter Session consists of 9 classes on Mondays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. Each class consists of 30 minutes of group on-ice instruction and 30 minutes of supervised on-ice free skate practice per class. The prices below are for one day of class per week. If skaters would like to skate more than one day per week, skaters must register for more than one session.
$36 YEARLY REGISTRATION FEE PER SKATER
(7/1/24 - 6/30/25)
$279 for 9 classes
Add-on option: $35 for skate rental if needed
10% Off Sibling Discount
All Levels - Beginner through Basic 7
NO CLASS ON 11/28, & 12/26
$36 YEARLY REGISTRATION FEE PER SKATER
(7/1/24 - 6/30/25)
$279 for 9 classes
Add-on option: $35 for skate rental if needed
10% Off Sibling Discount
Open to Beginner Skaters, Basic 1, Basic 2, & Snowplow
Open To Basic 3 through Basic 6
$36 YEARLY REGISTRATION FEE PER SKATER
(7/1/24 - 6/30/25)
$279 for 9 classes
Add-on option: $35 for skate rental if needed
10% Off Sibling Discount
Group classes are great for building a solid foundation for developing skills. There are no shortcuts or fast tracks. Parents can observe classes of all levels, skills, and ages from the stands or designated areas. You should avoid standing in doorways to the ice. For beginners, marching across the ice is the first skill taught. Some skaters push and glide with ease. Others will play the cautious card by taking baby steps, and that’s good. Learning to fall and stand right back up will also take precedence. Instructors will spend several minutes on day one perfecting this skill. After session one, most beginning skaters should gain confidence and demonstrate the ability to skate reasonably well on their own, get up from falling, attempting to stop while moving slowly, and navigate a public session well. Repeating a level is not unusual for skaters. All skills need to ladder up to one another in order to move skaters up the next level, so mastering skills first is necessary.
For those seeking more attention, you may hire a coach for a private or semi-private lesson. A booster lesson may be a good thing if assistance is needed to master a specific skill. If interested, inquire about private lessons with the skating director. For more information about private lessons, visit our Private Lesson page.
Practicing is the road to improvement. After each lesson, skaters should practice the skills taught at least once. Use public skating sessions or supervised free skate practice during their weekly lesson. Obtain a list of things to practice from the instructor, or bring a record book to write down what needs improvement.
Prior to registering, visit our First Day of Class page & Ice Skate FAQ for more information on what to expect during class, what equipment is needed, and what to look for when purchasing new ice skates.
PLEASE CONTACT THE SKATE SCHOOL OFFICE VIA PHONE OR EMAIL:
SKATESCHOOL@THEPAVILION.ORG
718-948-4800
The Learn to Skate Office is open on Mondays from 3:30 - 7:30pm, Wednesdays from 3:30 - 6:30pm, Thursdays from 3:30 - 7:30pm & Saturdays from 9:30 - 2:30pm