Development
Academy
Learn to Figure Skate
Start Figure Skating Lessons
After completing Learn to Skate Classes, start exploring the art of Figure Skating. Skaters learn figure skating fundamentals, basic jumps and spins, and start competing or performing.
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The Ion Development Academy is a carefully crafted program to help new figure skaters excel in the sport and have fun while doing so. With a combination of on ice instruction and off ice training, this program gets skaters oriented with figure skating.
ON ICE TRAINING
Basic Skills
Skating Fundamentals
Basic Turns
Spins
Jumps
Power Skating
Choreography
OFF ICE TRAINING
Ballet Training
Modern Dance
Jazz
Yoga / Stretching
Developing Flexibility
Stamina Training
Conditioning
Mirror Work
HIGH PERFORMANCE FACILITY
3,500 seat Arena
Elite Gym Facility
Ballet and Dance Studio
Sports Psychology
Onsite Chiropractor
Injury Prevention
Nutrition Coaching
Schedule & Program Details
Development Academy:
Designed for skaters who have completed all of the Learn to Skate levels or received approval from the Academy Director.
On ice:
Wed: 5:00-5:30 PM,
Sat: 11:00-11:30 PM
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Off ice:
Wed: 6:10-6:40PM,
Sat: 10:15-10:45 AM
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Price: $250/month
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*Development Academy does not include Unlimited Freestyle/Dance Sessions.
LEARN TO FIGURE SKATE
Have you always dreamed of becoming a figure skater? The Ion Development Academy is the perfect place to start learning how to figure skate. A combination of Group Lessons, On Ice Practice Sessions, and Off Ice Training Sessions are designed to allow new figure skaters to develop new skills and prepare them for more advanced jumps and spins in the future.
When to Start Figure Skating?
It is never too late to pursue your passion. But let's make sure skaters are technically ready to advance to a higher level of skating. The Ion Development Academy is an excellent opportunity to start Figure Skating in a safe, fun, and welcoming environment. Surrounded by excellent coaches and peers, Learn to Skate graduates can work towards their figure skating goals.