Lessons
We’re so excited that you’re interested in skating with us. During construction, our lessons will be held at Canal Park Ice Rink.
Our programs follow a sequential order starting in our Learn to Skate USA program.
All skaters begin with Learn to Skate USA and once they’ve gained some skating experience, have the option to participate in our PLUS programs
Where do I start?
We’re so excited that you’re interested in skating with us.
Our programs follow a sequential order starting in our Learn to Skate USA program.
All skaters (figure skaters, hockey players, speed skaters, synchronized skaters included) begin here.
Once you’ve passed a few levels and have gained some skating experience, you’ll progress to our PLUS programs which include hockey, speed skating, synchronized skating and figure skating.
Make sure you read up on the level requirements for each discipline as they vary.
Still have questions? Email programming@fdia.org.
When can I Start?
Classes for the 2023-2024 Season will be held at Canal Park Ice Rink. Further details on schedule and registration will be available soon. Please check our Learn to Skate USA page or email contact programming@fdia.org for more information.
How Can I Sign Up?
Classes for the 2023-2024 Season will be held at Canal Park Ice Rink. Further details on schedule and registration will be available soon. Please check our Learn to Skate USA page or email programming@fdia.org for more information.
Learn To Skate
Our Learn to Skate USA programs teaches skaters the fundamentals of the sport.
PLUS
Our Positive Learning Using Skating (PLUS) program expands into four different fields of skating: Speedskating, figure skating, hockey and synchronized skating.
School Skate for Fitness
The School Skate For Fitness program allows for DCPS and Public Charter Schools to alternate typical gym time with an ice skating lesson.