The Skating Academy offers safe and secure online registration. Simply choose the location, level and class schedule that’s right for you and registration is just a click away. Register online today.
Skaters should register for the last level they completed. If you need assistance determining your skater’s level, please contact us at info@skatingacademy.org or call 617-787-5283.
If a session has begun, you can call The Skating Academy office to inquire about availability. The Skating Academy office can be reached at nfo@skatingacademy.org or call 617-787-5283. Please be aware we do not pro-rate.
There is no pro-rating, make-ups for missed classes or class switches for any reason.
Arrive early! Check-in at the ‘Welcome Table’ to pick up a name tag and see where your skaters class is located on the arena map.
For first-time skaters, coaches and teaching assistants will meet skaters at the entrance to the ice. Skaters will get on the ice, review precautions and practice sitting down and standing up. Beginner lessons are always in the first 25 minutes followed by 25 minutes of individual practice where they can skate around and have fun with their newly learned skills. Teaching assistants will monitor the practice area and are available to assist your child during this practice time. Higher-level skaters may receive their lesson in either the first 25 minutes of class or in the second 25 minutes of class depending on enrollment.
Each level is built on the fundamentals learned in previous levels and each skater progresses at their own pace. It normally takes one to three sessions to pass a level. Coaches often determine that skaters should repeat certain levels for reinforcement before moving on to the next. Practice makes perfect!
Registration and Classes
Frequently Asked Questions
Layers! Make sure your skater has enough layers on to keep warm inside the rink. Waterproof snow-pants and gloves or mittens are strongly recommended. Please, no knee pads, they are slippery and make standing up very difficult!
Skate rentals are available at some locations and are managed by each independent facility. Please contact the facility directly for prices, availability and sizing information.
Any sporting goods store that carries ice skates. Figure skates are strongly recommended for beginner skaters, as they provide a much better blade to begin learning with. “Double-runner” skates (2 blades on each skate) are prohibited. Skaters can choose to wear hockey skates, but the shorter blade can be difficult for beginners.
Visit Home Ice at the Norwood Campus for all the skate-specific answers you need!
Skates need to be tight at the instep and the tightest at the ankle. The foot and ankle should not be able to easily slide around. Feel free to approach a Skating Academy coach or Teaching Assistant for skate tying assistance!
Skates should be sharpened after about 15-20 hours of ice time.
Helmets are not available to rent. Helmets are strongly recommended. Skateboarding or ski style helmets provide coverage to the top and back of a skater’s head for optimal protection.
Skates and Equipment
