HOW SKATING WORKS
Figure skating is both an art and a sport. It helps develop mental and physical self-discipline, good sportsmanship, and an appreciation of music and movement. The purpose of Timberline Figure Skating Club is to provide opportunities for those interested in learning to figure skate through a structured program with strong professional instruction.
Programs Offered by Timberline
Learn to Skate: This is a program where the ice time and coaching fees are packaged for the skaters to learn the nuts and bolts of skating. Skaters work on the Learn to Skate badges covering basic skating skills and the freestyle elements. Learn to Skate membership required.
The first step in learning how to skate is joining group Learn to Skate lessons. Learn to Skate is the United States Figure Skating (USFSA) program that Timberline teaches with their coaching staff. Skaters progress through the different levels, Snowplow Sam to Basic Skills to Free Skate, mastering new skills as they go. Each level contains a few skating elements, and when the skater is able to complete these elements they will receive a badge and move on to the next level. To learn more about the Learn to Skate program, you can visit the USFSA Learn to Skate website here. At this level you will be required to have a Learn to Skate annual membership. Ice time & coaching are included in the Learn to Skate package price. *Timberline recommends that once you have passed Basic Skills Level 4 within the Learn To Skate program that you consider joining our club. Once you have passed the Pre-Freeskate level, however, it is mandatory that you become a member of Timberline to continue skating in the Learn to Skate Program.
Private Ice: Skaters buy ice time for private lessons and practice of advanced skating skills. Coaching fees and or lessons are not included and should be arranged with a particular coach before you sign up for the ice time. Full club membership required.
At some point your skater will be ready to go to the next level and begin private lessons with a coach. (*To begin private lessons, full club membership is required. New members may join at any time, and there is an introductory rate for the first year of membership) The best way to know if your skater is ready for private lessons is to simply observe them and their level of interest! Private lessons are a great way to advance skating skills, and are tailored to the individual to work specifically on what is needed for that skater. Private lessons help keep skaters enthusiastic about improving and reaching their goals, in addition to the Learn to Skate program. It is extremely important that your skater wants to take private lessons and likes their coach, so let your skater be involved in the decision!
It is up to the skater and the parent to contact a coach directly to inquire about private lessons and fees, and when you hire a coach, the agreement is made between the skater, the parent, and the coach. During private lessons ice time is not included in the coach's rate. Ice time is available through the club. Coach rates vary depending on their experience and levels tested. A list of coaches can be found under the coaches page here. Lessons are usually given in 15 minute increments. Most of the time lessons are between 30 minutes - 1 hour, but the amount of time is up to the skater and coach.
Once your skater starts working with a coach, competing and testing are excellent ways to challenge your skater and improve their skills. There are competitions that offer opportunities for any level of skater, allowing you to find the perfect fit for your child. Test sessions are held at various times throughout the year, and skaters may test in three categories: Freeskate (a program composed of elements such as jumps, spins, and footwork), Ice Dance, and Moves in the Field. For a list of camps, test sessions, and competitions in the area click here.
If you are interested in becoming a Timberline Member or you have any further questions, please contact us!
Programs Offered by Timberline
Learn to Skate: This is a program where the ice time and coaching fees are packaged for the skaters to learn the nuts and bolts of skating. Skaters work on the Learn to Skate badges covering basic skating skills and the freestyle elements. Learn to Skate membership required.
The first step in learning how to skate is joining group Learn to Skate lessons. Learn to Skate is the United States Figure Skating (USFSA) program that Timberline teaches with their coaching staff. Skaters progress through the different levels, Snowplow Sam to Basic Skills to Free Skate, mastering new skills as they go. Each level contains a few skating elements, and when the skater is able to complete these elements they will receive a badge and move on to the next level. To learn more about the Learn to Skate program, you can visit the USFSA Learn to Skate website here. At this level you will be required to have a Learn to Skate annual membership. Ice time & coaching are included in the Learn to Skate package price. *Timberline recommends that once you have passed Basic Skills Level 4 within the Learn To Skate program that you consider joining our club. Once you have passed the Pre-Freeskate level, however, it is mandatory that you become a member of Timberline to continue skating in the Learn to Skate Program.
Private Ice: Skaters buy ice time for private lessons and practice of advanced skating skills. Coaching fees and or lessons are not included and should be arranged with a particular coach before you sign up for the ice time. Full club membership required.
At some point your skater will be ready to go to the next level and begin private lessons with a coach. (*To begin private lessons, full club membership is required. New members may join at any time, and there is an introductory rate for the first year of membership) The best way to know if your skater is ready for private lessons is to simply observe them and their level of interest! Private lessons are a great way to advance skating skills, and are tailored to the individual to work specifically on what is needed for that skater. Private lessons help keep skaters enthusiastic about improving and reaching their goals, in addition to the Learn to Skate program. It is extremely important that your skater wants to take private lessons and likes their coach, so let your skater be involved in the decision!
It is up to the skater and the parent to contact a coach directly to inquire about private lessons and fees, and when you hire a coach, the agreement is made between the skater, the parent, and the coach. During private lessons ice time is not included in the coach's rate. Ice time is available through the club. Coach rates vary depending on their experience and levels tested. A list of coaches can be found under the coaches page here. Lessons are usually given in 15 minute increments. Most of the time lessons are between 30 minutes - 1 hour, but the amount of time is up to the skater and coach.
Once your skater starts working with a coach, competing and testing are excellent ways to challenge your skater and improve their skills. There are competitions that offer opportunities for any level of skater, allowing you to find the perfect fit for your child. Test sessions are held at various times throughout the year, and skaters may test in three categories: Freeskate (a program composed of elements such as jumps, spins, and footwork), Ice Dance, and Moves in the Field. For a list of camps, test sessions, and competitions in the area click here.
If you are interested in becoming a Timberline Member or you have any further questions, please contact us!
