Learn To Skate

Learn to Skate Program

This program is designed for children who have never skated before or have limited skating abilities. We teach the basic fundamentals of how to skate. This program is designed to prepare a child to move on to hockey or figure skating.

Lifelong Benefits

There’s a greater appreciation for exercise. Imaginations run wild. Confidence rises. Strength grows. And there’s fun. Lots and lots of fun. Skaters gain so much more in life every time their blades dance with the ice. They learn to overcome challenges on the ice to achieve their goals off of it.

Lessons in Life

Lessons in skating become lessons in life. Like learning anything new, there will be plenty of peaks and valleys your child experiences. And that’s okay. It’s more about the journey and the process along the way that will shape our children to one day become great people.

They will discover what interests them and be encouraged to cultivate their true passions.

7-Week Sessions

Days & Times

Wednesday: 1:15 PM - 2:00 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM - 8:45 AM

Class Length: 45 minutes

Pricing

1 Day Per Week: $175

2 Days Per Week: $350

Equipment Required

Helmet and skates are required.

Session Dates

Session I

September 12, 2026 - October 28, 2026

Session II

November 4, 2026 - January 3, 2027

Session III

January 20, 2027 - March 13, 2027

Dates Excluded

No sessions will be held on: October 31, November 25-26, December 24-26, December 31, January 1, January 18, and February 15.

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Instructor

Lindsay O’Donoghue

  • 2-time United States National Competitor
  • 20 years teaching experience
  • Director of the St. Clair Shores Figure Skating Club
  • Has coached skaters at the World and International level all the way down to the recreational level
  • Former Director of the St. Clair Shores Basic Skills program from 1999-2005

Location

East Side Hockey Ice Arena
4831 Canyon St.
Detroit, MI 48236

Questions?

Please contact Lindsay O’Donoghue, Coach:
odonoghuelindsay@gmail.com