To register for the Learn To Skate program please see below.
If you have any questions, please e-mail bellac@udel.edu
CLASS LEVEL AND PROGRESSION INFORMATION
Lessons are available year-round and are categorized into sections: Fall I, Fall II, Winter I, Winter II, Spring and Summer. Class sizes are limited to give instructors the ability to provide more individual attention and hands-on instruction. All classes are held in the Fred Rust Ice Arena.
Evaluations will be done on the 5th week of every series. Skaters will receive an evaluation slip on the last day of the series, indicating which skills have been successfully completed and which need improvement. Once all skills are completed for a given level, the skater will receive a certificate and will move up to a new level.
| PROGRAM |
DESCRIPTION |
Snowplow Sam 1-4
Ages 3-5 |
Designed for kids under six to build confidence while learning to skate incorporating fun and games making class time an enjoyable experience for all. |
Basic 1-6
Ages 6-17 |
These lessons put the FUN in fundamentals as your skaters enjoy learning the basics of ice skating. |
Adult 1-9
Ages 18 and up |
Participants of all skating abilities are welcome, whether you are new or want to brush up on some skills. |
Parent/Tot
Ages 3-6 |
There will be on-ice games and children's music! Participants can be accompanied by 1 parent/guardian on the ice. Complimentary skate rental with the smallest skate size 8 kids available. |
Home School
any Home School individual |
Class will cover Basic 1-6, Freestyle classes, or Hockey skills depending on what the skater is working on. |
Fall 2 Series 2025 Information - Fall 2 registration is closed. Winter 1 series registration will open Monday November 24, 2025!
Winter 1 2025 Series Information - registration will open Monday November 24, 2025!
| DAY |
TIME |
DATES |
Tuesday
Snowplow/Basic/Adult
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Rust Arena
7:00pm-8:00pm
30 Minute Class
30 Minute Freeskate |
January 6, 13, 20, 27
February 3, 10 |
Wednesday
Snowplow/Basic/Adult |
Rust Arena
6:30pm-7:30pm
30 Minute Class
30 Minute Freeskate |
January 7, 14, 21, 28
February 4, 11 |
Thursday
Parent/Tot |
Rust Arena
11:30am-12:15pm
30 Minute Class
15 Minute Freeskate |
January 8, 15, 22, 29
February 5, 12 |
Thursday
Home School |
Rust Arena
12:00pm-12:45pm
15 Minute Freeskate
30 Minute Class |
January 8, 15, 22, 29
February 5, 12 |
Saturday
Snowplow/Basic/Adult |
Rust Arena
10:30am-11:30am
30 Minute Class
30 Minute Freeskate |
January 10, 17, 24, 31
February 7, 14 |
Winter 2 2025 Series Information - registration will open Monday January 26, 2026!
| DAY |
TIME |
DATES |
Tuesday
Snowplow/Basic/Adult
|
Rust Arena
7:00pm-8:00pm
30 Minute Class
30 Minute Freeskate |
February 17, 24
March 3, 10, 17, 24 |
Wednesday
Snowplow/Basic/Adult |
Rust Arena
6:30pm-7:30pm
30 Minute Class
30 Minute Freeskate |
February 18, 25
March 4, 11 18, 25 |
Thursday
Parent/Tot |
Rust Arena
11:30am-12:15pm
30 Minute Class
15 Minute Freeskate |
February 19, 26
March 5, 12, 19, 26 |
Thursday
Home School |
Rust Arena
12:00pm-12:45pm
15 Minute Freeskate
30 Minute Class |
February 19, 26
March 5, 12, 19, 26 |
Saturday
Snowplow/Basic/Adult |
Rust Arena
10:30am-11:30am
30 Minute Class
30 Minute Freeskate |
February 21, 28
March 7, 14, 21, 28 |
| WINTER SNOWPLOW/BASIC/ADULT 2026 REGISTRATION PERIOD |
FEE |
Winter 1 Advanced Registration Fee
November 24 2025 - December 21 2025
Winter 2 Advanced Registration Fee
January 26 2026 - February 8 2026
|
$140 for first skater, $130 for each additional family member
*Includes rental skates if needed. |
Winter 1 Standard Registration Fee
December 22 2025 - January 11 2026
Winter 2 Standard Registration Fee
February 9 2026 - February 22 2026 |
$170 for first skater, $160 for each additional family member
*Includes rental skates if needed. |
| Parent Skate & Sibling Skate |
The parent/sibling skate option is for the parent/legal guardian or sibling of those enrolled in class. This allows a parent and/or sibling to skate on the 30 minute practice following classes. Parent skate is highly recommended for young skaters and is a lot of fun!
$35 per person, per series, includes skate rentals.
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| WINTER PARENT/TOT & HOME SCHOOL 2026 REGISTRATION PERIOD |
FEE |
Winter 1 Registration Fee
Opens November 24 2025
Winter 2 Registration Fee
Opens January 26 2026
|
$140 for first skater, $130 for each additional family member
*Includes rental skates if needed. |
We are only accepting online registrations, no in person registrations.
NO REFUNDS will be provided (unless medical situation accompanied by doctor's note) and a processing fee ($20) will apply.
HOW TO REGISTER:
The University of Delaware Learn to Skate Program uses the Learn to Skate USA curriculum endorsed by US Figure Skating. A Learn to Skate USA membership is required for ALL Snowplow and Basic level skaters to participate in our program. Parent/Tot, Adult and Home School participants do not need a Learn to Skate USA membership. Please see below for registration information!
Step 1: On or after June 1, 2025 Click Here to purchase your Learn to Skate USA Membership for the 2025-2026 season! The 2025-2026 Learn to Skate USA Membership is required for the 2025/2026 Learn to Skate Classes. The Learn to Skate USA Membership year is from July 1, 2025-June 30, 20256 The membership is only purchased once during the membership year and is good for any Learn to Skate Series within the membership year. The membership fee is only paid once per membership year and includes:
- Access full listings of where to sign up for skating classes.
- Receive a Welcome Packet in the mail, which includes a subscription to Learn To Skate USA The Magazine valued at $3 (allow 2-4 weeks for delivery)
- Receive secondary sport accident insurance
- Participate in lessons, performances, competitions, and all activities associated with Learn to Skate USA.
Step 2:
Snowplow/Basic/Adult CLICK HERE to register!
Parent/Tot CLICK HERE to register!
Homeschool CLICK HERE to register!
Guest & Player Behavioral Guidelines:
We are committed to creating a safe, comfortable, and enjoyable experience at the ice arena for all guests and players. Guests and/or players exhibiting inappropriate behavior (i.e. using foul or abusive language, making abusive gestures, or appearing intoxicated) are subject to ejection from the arena. Repeat offenses will result in the loss of arena privileges, including teams not being able to use the arena. If you observe a problem, please contact an arena staff member or public safety officer immediately. To assist with this endeavor, guests and players are asked to abide by the following Behavioral Guidelines:
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Guests should not take any action that inhibits the progress of any game or event.
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Guests and players should avoid the use of foul, racist, sexist, abusive language, and refrain from making any obscene gestures.
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Guests should refrain from any display of inappropriate affection in a public setting.
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Only authorized individuals may enter the ice surface and other restricted areas, and guests must refrain from entering such areas without proper authorization.
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Guests should follow all local, state, or federal laws and will follow the instructions of event staff.
