As part of US Figure Skating's Aspire program initiative, Aspire Academy is designed for skaters who are transitioning between Learn to Skate and becoming a US figure skating club member. This program is for skaters that are becoming fully interested in the sport and ready to learn the skills they need to make the most out of their figure skating journey.
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After your skater passes Freeskate 3 in Learn to Skate you can join the Aspire Academy.
At Compton Family Ice Arena there will be no more classes in Learn to Skate past freeskate 3. This is the next step.
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In the Aspire Academy skaters will learn about the US figure skating test structure. They will continue learning jumps/spins/etc. as well as the skills for the first US figure skating test. The end goal of this program is to pass the first test. This can take 2 -3 sessions.
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Sundays 5:15 - 6:35pm on ice & 6:45 - 7:15pm off ice
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Cost:
5 week session - $200
+$45 Aspire Membership (annual membership)
*Must sign up for the whole session. No single class purchases.*
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Fall session starts September 8th​
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Aspire Membership
*In addition to the cost of class you will be required to pay for an annual Aspire membership. This is similar to the Learn to Skate membership purchased every year. Once you are in the Aspire Academy you will not have to pay for a Learn to Skate membership.
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Memberships are from July 1 - June 30.
Cost of an Aspire membership = $45
Remember this is an annual cost
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Fill out the Aspire Membership application
(Directions on how to pay for membership will be in the application and will be emailed)
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What do you get with an Aspire membership?
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Eligibility to participate in Aspire programming
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Secondary Sports Accident Insurance
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Monthly newsletters, which will include information for both skaters and parents about U.S. Figure Skating and resources to ensure success both on and off the ice
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Eligibility to take the following introductory tests:
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Pre-preliminary skating skills and singles
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Adult pre-bronze skating skills and singles
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The 12 preliminary dances (partner lead, partner follow, solo lead and solo follow)
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Permitted competition levels with this membership are:
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Preliminary and lower
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Adult bronze and lower
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Additional Benefits of the Aspire program:
With your Aspire membership.....
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Skaters will have the whole ice surface for class instead of a small section of the ice which is a huge benefit when learning jumps and more complex skills
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Any other specialty classes offered by Michiana Ice, Aspire Members will have a discounted rate
FAQ
What can we do if we cannot attend class?
Like every new program we are learning the needs of our skaters. We will keep in consideration a day that might be better for our skaters but know we can't accommodate all schedules. If you can't attend Sunday class you can always contact a private coach and set up private lessons. Coach fees will be paid directly to the coach as well as setting up lessons. Most private lessons cost $20-$30 for a half hour lesson. Each coach has their own rate. You can also ask coaches if they are willing do a semi-private lesson with 1 or 2 other skaters to alleviate the cost. This is all up to the discretion of the coach.
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If you are interested in private lessons please email us with a subject line of "Private Lessons". We will make sure you get a list of coaches. michianaicefsc@gmail.com
If we can't attend class do we still need an Aspire membership?
Yes, the benefits are great. While you may not be able to attend our Aspire Academy class right now you might in the future. We cannot prorate the Aspire membership should you decide to get the membership in January for example. With the Aspire membership not only would you be able to attend our class you will get discounted rates on open freestyle and any other specialty class we may add in the future.