LEARN TO SKATE AT THE COMPETE CENTER | MARIETTA, GA
THE MADHATTERS SKATING ACADEMY EXTENDS LEARN TO SKATE USA
The Madhatters Skating Academy structures its programs around Learn to Skate USA. The foundation and feeder system to skating programs throughout the nation. It’s an excellent starter program for recreational skaters and the first step to training Olympic athletes for the future.
Learn tomSkate USA is the only ice skating program endorsed by U.S. Figure Skating, USA Hockey, US Speedskating and the Special Olympics. Offering every participant a rewarding experience rooted in the lifelong benefits of ice skating.
Through our world-class curriculum and nationally certified instructors, you will be enthusiastic about learning to skate from your first steps on the ice until the time you reach your goals. Whether you wish to enjoy the recreational benefits of skating or dream of Olympic fame, this is the place to start.
Learn to Skate USA Mission: To provide a fun and positive experience that will instill a lifelong love of skating.
PACKAGES
Our Program Schedule
Our Learn To Skate USA Classes are held at the following times at the Atlanta Ice House:
Mondays
5:00 PM to 5:30 PM – Hockey 1-4 (Training Rink)
5:30 PM to 6:00 PM – Basic 1-6/Aspire Low/Adult Basic 1-6 & Snowplows
Wednesdays
5:00 PM to 5:30 PM – Adult Hockey & Advanced Adult Hockey
5:30 PM to 6:00 PM – Basic 1-6/Aspire High/Adult Basic 1-6 & Snowplows
Fridays
10:00 AM to 10:30 AM – Adult Low (Level 1-3)
10:30 AM to 11:00 AM – Adult High (Level 4-6)
Saturdays
10:00 AM to 10:30 AM – Basic 1-6/Snowplows & Hockey 1-4 (Training Rink)
10:30 AM to 11:00 AM – Aspire Low & High/Adult Basic 1-6 & Adult Hockey/Advanced Adult Hockey (Training Rink)
When registering, students have the opportunity to chose which day(s) they want to attend, please plan to come to that specified day ONLY unless attending for a make-up class!
Learn To Skate Summer Camp
Learn To Skate Summer Camp (Snowplow Sams – Basic 6) July 15th – July 19th 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM $350 |
1.5 Hours Daily Ice Time |
Off-Ice Training/Activities |
Learn to Skate Progess Reports |
T-Shirt |
Camp Show on Friday |
Optional Add-On: Prepaid Lunch ($40) |
Optional Add-On: Skate Rentals ($40) |
Optional Add-On: Public Skate Discount |
Discount: 10% Family Discount when registering more than one student use code “SUMMER10” |
The Madhatters Skating Academy welcomes you to our 2024 Learn to Skate Summer Camp! Open to levels Snowplow Sam 1 through Basic 6, the camp will provide a fun way to progress your skating skills through daily on-ice and off-ice training. It will be overseen by our Skating Academy Director, Tatiana Kozmava, a former international competitor and performer, and run by our experienced coaching team, accredited through Learn to Skate USA (LTS), Professional Skating Association (PSA), and or the United States Figure Skating Association (USFS).
*Skaters should bring their water bottle, sneakers and yoga mat!
YEAR AT A GLANCE
Run Time – 6 Weeks
Offered Days – Monday, Wednesday, Saturday
*NO CLASS 1/15 – MLK JR Day
Meet & Greet Day – Thursday, January 4th @ 6:00 PM.
Run Time – 6 Weeks
Offered Days – Monday, Wednesday, Saturday
*NO CLASS – 04/01 – 04/06: CCSD Spring Break
Sunday, April 21, 2024
Estimated Time Frame: 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Details and Registration will be announced at the top of the new year.
Run Time – 6 Weeks
Offered Days – Monday, Wednesday, Saturday
*NO CLASS – 05/27: Memorial Day
Run Time – 4 Weeks
Offered Days – Monday, Wednesday, Saturday
Please view above for camps!
Run Time – 6 Weeks
Offered Days – Monday, Wednesday, Saturday
*NO CLASS – 09/02 – Labor Day
Run Time – 6 Weeks
Offered Days – Monday, Wednesday, Saturday
*NO CLASS – 09/23 – 09/27: CCSD Fall Break
**(No Classes 11/25-11/29) Cobb County Schools Thanksgiving Break
Holiday Show Date: TBA
REGISTER FOR GROUP LESSONS
Registration for our 2024B series is now closed; no exceptions can be made at this time. Registration for 2024C series will open on Friday, March 29th @ 8:00 AM.
REGISTRATION IS CLOSED. GET NOTIFIED WHEN NEXT SERIES REGISTRATION OPENS.
PROGRAM UPDATES
Welcome to the new hub for all updates on our Learn To Skate USA program here at the Madhatters Skating Academy! Check back to this area for dated updates coming to our program!
12/15/2023 – 2024 Registration Is Open!
Registration is now open for our 2024A Series! The first day of the series will be Monday, January 8th and the final day will be Saturday, February 17th. All program information is above and an FAQ section is below. If you have any questions regarding the program or registration, reach out to Tatiana directly to ask!
12/13/2023 – Pre-Freeskate Through Freeskate 6 changes made by US Figure Skating & Learn To Skate USA.
“NEW: Aspire Levels New Aspire levels will be implemented on January 1, 2024. The new Singles Aspire 1-4 levels are replacing Pre Free Skate, Free Skate 1-6, Excel Beginner Free Skate, and Excel High Beginner Free Skate, while Aspire 1-4 compulsory events are replacing Pre Free Skate, Free Skate 1-6, Beginner and High Beginner compulsory events.” – US Figure Skating Program
What this essentially means is that moving forward, in COMPETITION they will be streamlining all levels to form into 4 single levels to make competitions more efficient and more skaters PER level since it is very unique currently with level placement. How this currently affects you is that starting for our 2024A Learn To Skate series, pre-freeskate through freeskate 6 will now be categorized as Aspire Low and Aspire High.
This is how you will need to approach registration and what classes will be on what day:
Registration – The levels are open above, hit the “Register For Learn To Skate USA” button and there will be 2 options. Aspire Low (Formerly Pre-Freeskate through Freeskate 2) and Aspire High (Formerly Freeskate 3 through Freeskate 6). If your child is in or going into Pre-Freeskate they are classified as Aspire 1 (Aspire Low), Freeskate 1 -2 is Aspire 2 (Aspire Low), Freeskate 3-4 is Aspire 3 (Aspire High) and Freeskate 5-6 is Aspire 4 (Aspire High). You will register them accordingly to their current skill level and try to follow the former order of classes to identify where your child needs to go under this new format we have to adapt.
Offered Day(s) – A big issue we have been having in the past few months is ensuring all students are getting the proper instruction, proper ice space and being trained by the proper coaches for these levels, we are confident that this “blessing in disguise” will really help correct these errors. To make sure of that, we are splitting the classes so we are not sharing 8 levels to one ice space as we only have so much ice to work with * for now 🙂 *. The schedule will proceed as follows:
Monday (5:30 PM to 6:00 PM) – Aspire Low ONLY
Wednesday (5:30 PM to 6:00 PM) – Aspire High ONLY
Saturday (10:00 AM to 10:30 AM) – All Aspire levels On-Ice.
This is a lot of information, and we want to make sure it does not confuse you! Please reach out to Tatiana so we can assist in anyway possible! See you in January :)!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How does Learn to Skate work?
Skaters will learn a curriculum according to their level during the first three weeks. During week 4, skaters will be given a mid-term evaluation report to check in with their progress. Week seven is final evaluations and passing skaters will receive awards and certificates. Skaters must master the curriculum (scoring 8/10 or better on final evaluation report) to move onto the next level.
What classes/levels do we offer?
- Snowplow Sam 1-4 (ages 3-5)
- Basic 1-6 (ages 6-15)
- Hockey 1-4 (ages 4-15)
- Aspire 1-4 (Low & High) [Basic 6 Pre-Requisite]
- Adult 1-6 (ages 16 & Up)
- Adult Hockey 1-4 [Adult 1 Pre-Requisite]
See Class Registration below
How and when can I register?
*Skaters are encouraged to register before the upcoming series begins to avoid the late fee.
How do I know which level to register for?
Please refer to the curriculum. In order to be in a level, the skater needs to be able to perform every element from the previous level’s curriculum.
*Age doesn’t determine level; skills and ability to perform elements do.
Can I move up levels prior to class evaluation?
Skaters are able to request a private evaluation during the first 2 weeks of series, by contacting the Learn To Skate Director, Tatiana Kozmava. Then, a coaching staff will evaluate the skater in a 20-min private lesson and determine whether they are ready to move up or not.
The skater will need to pay the coach for a 20 min private lesson. Rates vary depending on the coach but are usually between $22-$30 for 20 min.
*Skaters can request a coach when inquiring for a private evaluation.
How do I make-up classes?
Skaters can make-up classes by coming in on any of the other days their level is offered. Tell your instructor when you arrive which class you’re making up.
How long is a series and what to do once the series is over?
Series go over a 7-week period with a week break in between.
Skaters are encouraged to register for the following series and continue their skating journey.
See Learn to Skate Year at a Glance schedule below
How do I redeem my public skate sessions included with my Learn to Skate package?
Skaters will need to check in with the front desk. This is the only way skaters will be able to use the included public sessions as part of Learn to Skate.
*Reminder Standard Packages get 7 public sessions, and any Olympic Packages get 14 public sessions throughout the series. Public sessions are only valid for the duration of its series.
If a skater is not on the roster according to the front desk, they will have to pay for admission.
How do Olympic Private lessons work?
When a skater purchases a Silver or Gold Package, they will get assigned a coach. The coach will contact the skater and schedule the lessons with you. If you have a preference, please inform the Learn to Skate Director, Tatiana Kozmava.
*Reminder Silver Packages get 4 (15 min) private lessons, and Gold Packages get 8 (15 min) private lessons throughout the series.
When should I arrive for class?
Skaters are expected to arrive 30 min before class starts on the first week, to check-in, become familiar with their instructor and meeting location, and receive any skater resources.
After the first week, skaters are encouraged to arrive 15 min before class.
*Remember, if you need rental skates, please arrive at early enough to get your skates and get dressed in time to get on the ice by your scheduled start-time.
How do I check-in?
There will be a Learn to Skate table set up with class information, including your instructor and meeting location. Your instructor will take roll at the beginning of class to check you in.