CLASS REMINDERS

Need Skates? Skates are available for rent for a minimal cost at the Hastings Civic Arena and is first-come first-serve. Hockey skates are not recommended for beginner skaters because a skate with a flatter blade and a toe pick are much easier to balance on when learning basic skating skills.
Where can I purchase skates? Strauss Skates in Maplewood, Westwood Sports in Apple Valley, Stillwater Ice Arena has a skate shop that sells figure skates and recreational skates. Call for an appointment for a fitting with Bryan or Doug 651-430-2601.
Professional Skate Sharpening for figure skaters is available by a local blades sharpening professional. Fred Bartick in Bloomington-must make an appointment (952) 884-5345.
Please arrive at the arena 10-15 minutes before your scheduled class and pick up your name tag on arrival at the skate school desk. All name tags are color coded and your teacher will have a corresponding colored name tag and color board hanging on the boards in the class area so you’re able to find your class. Keep your name tag and wear to class each week.
Locker room use is unavailable due to Covid please arrive fully dressed with skates on.
Clothing- Helmets are highly recommended for everyone who steps on the ice for Learn to Skate Classes & Hockey Classes-No Sticks or pucks are used for Mini-Mites classes. Bulky equipment is not recommended for Mini-Mite Class. Your skater must be able to move freely sweatpants or Lycra is recommended. Gloves or Mittens required no jeans please.
IMPORTANT POLICY-No Parents or siblings allowed to skate in class (Fri. morning parent/child class parents are allowed to skate in class assisting your skater).
No shoes are allowed on the ice at any time.
All skaters will be evaluated the last day of class. Please attend your last class to receive your evaluation form. Attendance at every class is important for your skaters progress.
Private lessons available Friday mornings 6-8 am or 6-7 pm on Sunday Evenings. Please talk to Amanda for more information.