Learn To Skate

ImOn Ice offers group skating lessons and follows the Learn to Skate USA program. All instructors are required to be SafeSport compliant, complete a background check and are extensively trained to provide students with the best instruction.

The Learn to Skate USA program is endorsed by US Figure Skating, USA Hockey, US Speedskating, and the Special Olympics.

LEARN TO SKATE Open House - Monday, August 31st, 2026

Whether you've always wanted to step onto the ice or you're inspired by the excitement surrounding the 2026 Winter Olympics, ImOn Ice Cedar Rapids is inviting the community to discover the joy of skating during its annual Learn to Skate Open House on Monday, August 31, 2026.

Date: Monday, August 31, 2026
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Location: ImOn Ice Cedar Rapids, 1100 Rockford Road SW, Cedar Rapids

This free event welcomes individuals of all ages who are interested in learning more about the Learn to Skate USA program and experiencing the ice in a fun, welcoming environment.

Attendees will have the opportunity to:

Try ice skating
Meet experienced Learn to Skate instructors
Enjoy complimentary snacks
Receive a special discount on the upcoming six-week Learn to Skate session

Learn to Skate USA is a nationally recognized program that provides high-quality skating instruction for participants of all ages and skill levels. Through its partnership with U.S. Figure Skating, ImOn Ice Cedar Rapids offers structured classes designed to help skaters build confidence while developing fundamental skating skills in a safe and supportive environment.

Whether you're interested in figure skating, hockey, recreational skating, or simply looking for a fun new activity, the Learn to Skate Open House offers the perfect opportunity to get started. No experience is necessary, and all are welcome.

Registration for the upcoming Learn to Skate session will be available during the event, with attendees receiving an exclusive discount for participating in the Open House.

For more information about Learn to Skate or the Open House, call 319-398-0100.

Snowflake Classic - December 12, 2026

Save the Date for the annual Snowflake Classic on Saturday, December 12th - For more information and to register click HERE.

Compete USA Eligibility

The competition is open to all skaters who are currently eligible members of either Learn to Skate USA Program and/or are full members of U.S. Figure Skating. To be eligible, skaters must have submitted a membership application or be a member in good standing.

Test Level: Competition levels will be based on skater’s skill level as of the closing date of entries (November 17, 2024).

● All Snowplow Sam, Learn to Skate USA Basic 1-6, Pre-Free Skate, Excel, Therapeutic, Special Olympics and Adult skaters must skate at the highest level passed or one level higher.

It is very important to the success of the competition that skaters are placed in the correct divisions. If, for whatever reason, the Local Organizing Committee (LOC) discovers that a skater has been placed in a category that is below his/her class level, the chair and referee will have the option to move the skater into the proper division, even if this has to be done the day of the competition.

Registration Deadline: Online entries must be entered by 11:59 p.m. November 6th, 2026. Late entries may be accepted at the discretion of the Competition Registrar and only if accompanied by a $25 late fee.

The registration table will be open throughout the competition. Each skater must check in upon arrival, at least 45 minutes before each event. The registration table will be located in the lobby of the ImOn Ice Arena.

No flash photography will be permitted inside the competition ice area.

If you have any questions, please contact Dina Kurtovic (D.Kurtovic@creventslive.com).

UPCOMING SESSIONS

Each program is six weeks long and meets once weekly on the designated day of the week.
Registration FEE: $150

Register here.

2026 Sessions

July: July 20th - August 24th

Registration Closes: July 17th, 2026

Fall Sessions:

Mondays: September 14th - October 19th
Registration closes: September 13th at 8:00 a.m.

Saturdays: September 12th - October 17th
Registration closes: September 11th at 8:00 a.m.

DETAILS

$150 for 6-week session. Registration fee includes

Weekly 30 minute group lesson
Skate rental
Six FREE public skate passes, including admission & skate rental
Skater's Learn to Skate USA membership

REGISTRATION

Register here for upcoming Learn to Skate session.
Registration will increase closer to the start date.

As a part of the Learn to Skate program, your skater will receive a Learn to Skate USA membership. For your convenience, ImOn Ice will pay for and manage your skater's Learn to Skate USA membership during the 2025-2026 skating season.

LEARN TO SKATE LEVELS

NEW CLASS! SPECIAL OLYMPICS BADGE 1 - 12

The Special Olympics Sports Skills Program is designed for people of all ages with intellectual disabilities who may exhibit any number of physical impairments. This class allows athletes to learn skills in a progressive order and earn badges at each level.

This is a new class, we will start everyone at Badge 1 level and evaluate as needed.

SNOWPLOW SAM 1-3

Creative learning through games and songs, this class will introduce the sport of skating to children ages 4-6. Helmets are recommended!

BASIC 1-2

This course is for children ages 7 and older. These introductory levels allow new skaters with no prior skating experience to build confidence while learning to skate.

BASIC 3-6

These levels develop all of the fundamental skating skills on the ice. Focus is on learning the ABCs of basic athleticism: agility, balance, coordination and speed. Upon completion of these levels, skaters will be able to confidently advance to more specialized areas of skating.
PRE-FREE SKATE (combination of Basic 7 & 8)

FREE SKATE 1-6
Each free skate level is comprised of a variety of progressive skating skills, transitions, jumps and spins-all of which build on the previous skill, providing skaters a strong foundation of all elements.

ADULT & TEEN
This class has four basic skills levels specially targeted for Adults and Teens. The program will improve balance and coordination while teaching proper skating techniques.

HOCKEY 1-4

The Hockey curriculum is designed to teach the fundamentals of hockey skating. Proper skating techniques for the game of hockey are the primary focus of the levels.