Steps to Sign Up: the Quad Cities

Snowplow Sam 1-4 Ages 3-5 Basic 2 Basic 3-6

Ages 5-17 Ages 5-17 Basic 1

Ages 5-17 Learn to Skate Figure Skating Adult 1-6 Hockey 1-4 Pre-Free Skate Ages 18+

Quad City Hockey Figure Skating

Association Free Skate 1-6

Figure Skating Club of Steps to Sign up: the Quad Cities

1. Register student with Learn to Skate USA for a membership valid until June 30th, 2018. Cost is $17.25 2. Obtain Learn to Skate Number (L#######) listed on your receipt. REQUIRED to enroll into our program. 3. Register for class at https://recpro.ci.davenport.ia.us or call the River’s Edge at 563-328-7275. First day of class is March 29th or 31st. Students are allowed two makeup classes per session. Makeups must be made within a 1 week time frame of the missed class.

Thursday Saturday March 29th– May 17th March 31st– May 19th 8 Weeks 8 Weeks Snowplow 1-4 5:30pm-6:15pm Snowplow 1-4 9:30am-10:15am

Basic 1-4 6:15pm-7:00pm Basic 1-4 10:15am-11:00am

Basic 5/6 5:30pm-6:15pm Basic 5/6 9:30am-10:15am

Pre-Free 5:30pm-6:15pm Pre-Free 9:30am-10:15am

Free Skate 1-3 5:30pm-6:15pm Free Skate 1-3 9:30am-10:15am

Free Skate 4-6 6:15pm-7:00pm Free Skate 4-6 10:15am-11:00am

Adult 6:15pm-7:00pm Adult 10:15am-11:00am

Fee $88/114 Fee $88/$114 Res/Non Res Res/Non Res

Hockey Classes Thursday Saturday Fee 8 Weeks March 29-May 17th March 31st-May 19th Res/Non Res Hockey 1 & 2 5:30-6:15pm 9:30-10:15am $88/$114 Hockey 3 & 4 6:15-7:00pm 10:15-11:00am $88/$114 Advanced Hockey 11:15am-12:15pm $110/$143

Every skater must register with Learn to Skate USA BEFORE enrolling with Davenport Parks and Recreation. The cost is $17.25 and membership is valid until June 30th, 2018. The membership number is required for registration into our program.

 My child has never skated before, what level should I sign him/her up for? We tend to start skaters off in Snowplow 1/2 if they’re between 3-5 years old and Basic 1 if they’re 6 or older. You may also refer to the last few pages of this document to see what skills will be worked on in each level to better determine class placement. We STRONGLY recommend bringing your child to public skate at least once before registering them for class to see if they like being on the ice.

 My child is interested in Hockey and has completed One Goal, what level should I sign him/her up for?

In the Learn to Skate program, we focus heavily on strong skating skills. Depending on their age, I would recommend signing them up for Snowplow 1/2 or Basic 1. From there, we never hesitate to advance skaters into higher levels during the session if they’re ready.

 My skater has a membership with USA Hockey/ US Figure Skating, do I still need a Learn to Skate membership? YES. Unfortunately, Learn to Skate USA does not recognize USA Hockey or US Figure skating numbers in their system. There is secondary insurance coverage that comes with the LTS Membership so it is absolutely required for registration into our program.

 How do I get the Learn to Skate number? 1. Go to https://www.learntoskateusa.com/ltsregistration2 2. Click “Skater/Parent” button and fill in your SKATER’S information. 3. Click “Continue” and fill out your shipping information for the welcome packet 4. Click “Continue”. Select “The River’s Edge” option. This should highlight the box Blue. Then click “Continue” located above it. 5. Fill out your payment information and then submit the page. This membership is $17.25 and is valid until the following June 30th. This membership can be used for future LTS sessions that take place before this date. 6. Save the receipt and provide the LTS number to register for class through Davenport Parks and Recreation. The LTS Number should look like L#######

 What should my child wear to class? Loose warm clothing (Sweat pants, Zip up) that allow for easy movement. Gloves, long socks, and helmet are preferred. Skaters registered in Hockey 1-4 sometimes wear full gear and use their stick as well.

 What’s the Makeup Policy if my skater needs to miss a class? Typically, skaters are allowed two makeup classes per session. Makeups must be made within a one week time frame of the missed class at the alternate LTS time. Please let Myle, the coor- dinator know if you skater plans to miss class.

 I’m interested in private lessons for my child? Who should I ask? Learn to skate has several instructors certified to teach private lessons. If interested in obtain- ing this list, email Myle at [email protected] They request that skaters be currently enrolled in LTS class or have had prior frequent skating experience.

 Do I need to purchase my own skates? What brand do you recommend? Where can I purchase skates? Skate rental is included in the program cost so you will not need to purchase your own. If you decide to get your own pair of skates, I would advise asking their instructor or doing research on a quality pair of skates. Skates can be purchased online or ask the affiliate club (QCHA or FSCQC) to see if there are used ones that can be purchased. I would not advise buying double blades or Combination hockey/figure skates.

 Where can I sign up for class? You can register in person at the River’s Edge or call the front desk at 563-328-7275. Online registrations begin Feb 22nd: https://recpro.ci.davenport.ia.us/CourseActivities.aspx? id=9&cat=5

Snowplow Sam 1 & 2 Basic 3 1. Sit and stand up , on and off ice 1. Forward stroking 2. March forward 8-10 steps 2. Forward half swizzle pumps 3. March followed by a long glide 3. Moving forward to backward 4. Backward Wiggles 4. Forward slalom

Snowplow Sam 3 & 4 Basic 4 1. Forward Skating 1. Forward outside/inside edges 2. Forward 1 foot glide 2. Forward crossovers 3. Forward Swizzles 3. Backward half swizzles 4. Moving forward snowplow stop 4. Backward one foot glides

Basic 1 Basic 5 1. Sit and stand up, on and off ice 1. Backward outside/inside edge 2. Forward two foot glide 2. Backward crossovers 3. Forward swizzles 3. Forward outside 3 turns 4. Advanced two foot spin Basic 2 1. Scooter pushes Basic 6 2. Forward one foot glides 1. Forward inside three turn 3. Backward two foot glide 2. Backward stroking 4. Backward swizzles 3. Bunny Hop

Questions? Contact Myle at [email protected] Hockey 1 Pre-Free Skate 1. Proper basic hockey stance 1. Forward inside open Mohawk 2. Falling and recovery to standing 2. Backward crossovers position 3. Backward outside edges 3. Two foot glides and dips 4. One foot upright spin 4. Snowplow Stop Free Skate 1-3 Hockey 2 1. Backward outside three turn 1. Forward strides 2. Half flip, Toe loop, Salchow, half lutz 2. Forward/Backward C-cuts 3. Advanced back spin 3. Moving snowplow stop 4. Backward hustle or march Free Skate 4-6 1. Forward power three-turns Hockey 3 2. Sit spin, camel spin, layback 1. Lateral crossover march 3. Flip jump, half loop jump, lutz jump 2. Forward inside/outside edges 4. 5 Step Mohawk sequence 3. Backward C-cuts 5. Axel

Hockey 4 Advanced Skating 1. Quick starts using V-start 1. Axel 2. Forward/Backward crossovers 2. Double jumps 3. Hockey stops 3. Advanced Spins– Flying camels, lay- backs, etc. Advanced Hockey 1. Forward/Backward Alternating Crossovers 2. Power Turns/ Pivots 3. Fast stops and turns using quick stops.