Learn To Skate

Learn to Skate is the first program a skater should enroll in and will prepare you to continue on into hockey, ice skating or recreational skating.

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About Learn to Skate

Welcome to the first step of the FMC Ice Sports group program progression. Each Learn to Skate level is designed to teach a specific set of skills geared toward basic movement, coordination and balance on the ice. It is important that the level progression is followed and for skaters to demonstrate skills efficiently to staff before advancing. Instructors will evaluate students and give progress reports to skaters at the end of each season. View our FAQ Parent Guide 

 

 

Tot Learn to Skate

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Tot Learn to Skate instructors use songs, games, toys and other fun methods that cater to the learning styles and development of these young skaters. 3 to 4 year olds are separated from 5 to 6 year olds initially, but are mainstreamed into the 5 to 6 year old curriculum after a session or two. 6 year olds also have the option to begin in Youth 1. Classes are 40 minutes long and include 25-30 minutes of group lesson time and 10-15 minutes of supervised play time.

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  • Ages 3-6
  • Four progressive skill levels
  • 40 minute classes
  • Includes group lesson and supervised play time
  • Learn with repetition, songs and games
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Horgan Arena | Auburn, MA    
Asiaf Arena | Brockton, MA    
Chelmsford Forum | Chelmsford, MA    
Porrazzo Skating Rink | East Boston, MA    
Driscoll Arena | Fall River, MA    
Wallace Civic Center -Landry Arena | Fitchburg, MA    
Pirelli Veteran's Arena | Franklin, MA    
Gardner Veteran's Arena | Gardner, MA    
Collins/Moylan Arena | Greenfield, MA    
Connery Ice Rink | Lynn, MA    
Navin Arena | Marlboro, MA    
William L. Chase Arena | Natick, MA    
Hetland Arena | New Bedford, MA    
Armstrong Arena | Plymouth, MA    
Cronin Ice Rink | Revere, MA    
Smead Arena | Springfield, MA    
Aleixo Arena | Taunton, MA    
Jim Roche Community Arena | West Roxbury, MA    
Buffone Arena | Worcester, MA    

 

Youth Learn to Skate

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Youth Learn to Skate program delivers the basics of skating like gliding, pushing and striding in ways that 6- 12 year olds find challenging and enjoyable. Levels are designed to teach basic motion, balance and coordination that prepare skaters for hockey, figure skating or the occasional rink visit. Classes are 40 minutes long and consist of at least 30 minutes or more of group instruction and 5-10 minutes of supervised practice.

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  • Ages 6-12
  • Three progressive skill levels
  • 40 minute classes
  • Includes group lesson and supervised practice
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Horgan Arena | Auburn, MA    
Asiaf Arena | Brockton, MA    
Chelmsford Forum | Chelmsford, MA    
Porrazzo Skating Rink | East Boston, MA    
Driscoll Arena | Fall River, MA    
Wallace Civic Center -Landry Arena | Fitchburg, MA    
Pirelli Veteran's Arena | Franklin, MA    
Gardner Veteran's Arena | Gardner, MA    
Collins/Moylan Arena | Greenfield, MA    
Connery Ice Rink | Lynn, MA    
Navin Arena | Marlboro, MA    
William L. Chase Arena | Natick, MA    
Hetland Arena | New Bedford, MA    
Armstrong Arena | Plymouth, MA    
Cronin Ice Rink | Revere, MA    
Smead Arena | Springfield, MA    
Aleixo Arena | Taunton, MA    
Jim Roche Community Arena | West Roxbury, MA    
Buffone Arena | Worcester, MA    

Teen/Adult Learn to Skate

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The Teen/Adult Learn to Skate program is for skaters 13 years and up who wish to learn how to skate or improve their basic skating skills. Instructors encourage the development of balance, coordination, mobility and other basic skills at a comfortable pace for each individual. Classes will be divided by ability and/or age if possible. Classes are 40 minutes and will provide instruction and practice.

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  • Ages 13+
  • Tailored instruction to individual needs
  • 40 minute classes
  • Includes instruction and practice
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Horgan Arena | Auburn, MA    
Asiaf Arena | Brockton, MA    
Chelmsford Forum | Chelmsford, MA    
Porrazzo Skating Rink | East Boston, MA    
Driscoll Arena | Fall River, MA    
Wallace Civic Center -Landry Arena | Fitchburg, MA    
Pirelli Veteran's Arena | Franklin, MA    
Gardner Veteran's Arena | Gardner, MA    
Connery Ice Rink | Lynn, MA    
Navin Arena | Marlboro, MA    
William L. Chase Arena | Natick, MA    
Hetland Arena | New Bedford, MA    
Armstrong Arena | Plymouth, MA    
Cronin Ice Rink | Revere, MA    
Smead Arena | Springfield, MA    
Aleixo Arena | Taunton, MA    
Jim Roche Community Arena | West Roxbury, MA    
Buffone Arena | Worcester, MA    

 

Pre Hockey

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For skaters who have mastered the elements in Learn to Skate Tot 3 or Youth 2, Pre Hockey teaches skaters the proper way to put equipment on and then transitions newly learned skating skills to wearing full equipment and hockey skates. Aimed at providing a seamless transition, this program is designed to prepare skaters adequately for the skills and drills taught in the FMC Ice Sports Bruins FUNdamentals program, offered in Step 2: Skill Building Programs, or other learn to play programs offered by many youth hockey organizations.

Participants are required to have the following items:

  • Single blade hockey skates
  • HECC approved helmet
  • HECC approved full facemask
  • Shin pads and hockey socks
  • Elbow and shoulder pads
  • Hockey gloves
  • Hockey pants

Hockey sticks and pucks will be introduced in Bruins FUNdamentals, Step 2: Skill Building, and will not be utilized in this program.

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Horgan Arena | Auburn, MA    
Asiaf Arena | Brockton, MA    
Chelmsford Forum | Chelmsford, MA    
Driscoll Arena | Fall River, MA    
Pirelli Veteran's Arena | Franklin, MA    
Gardner Veteran's Arena | Gardner, MA    
Connery Ice Rink | Lynn, MA    
Navin Arena | Marlboro, MA    
Hetland Arena | New Bedford, MA    
Armstrong Arena | Plymouth, MA    
Cronin Ice Rink | Revere, MA    
Smead Arena | Springfield, MA    
Aleixo Arena | Taunton, MA    
Jim Roche Community Arena | West Roxbury, MA    
Buffone Arena | Worcester, MA    

Pre Skating

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For skaters who have mastered the elements in Tot 3 or Youth 2, Pre Skating introduces balance, coordination and mobility and helps to build confidence in skaters as they progress through each level. Pre Skating prepares you for the FMC Ice Skating Essentials program offered in Step 3: Skill Building Programs, which lays down a solid foundation of ice skating skills.

  • For Tot skaters who have mastered the skills in Tot 3
  • For Youth skaters who have mastered the skills in Youth 2
  • Preparation for Ice Skating Essentials

 

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Horgan Arena | Auburn, MA    
Asiaf Arena | Brockton, MA    
Chelmsford Forum | Chelmsford, MA    
Driscoll Arena | Fall River, MA    
Pirelli Veteran's Arena | Franklin, MA    
Gardner Veteran's Arena | Gardner, MA    
Collins/Moylan Arena | Greenfield, MA    
Connery Ice Rink | Lynn, MA    
Navin Arena | Marlboro, MA    
William L. Chase Arena | Natick, MA    
Hetland Arena | New Bedford, MA    
Armstrong Arena | Plymouth, MA    
Cronin Arena | Revere, MA    
Smead Arena | Springfield, MA    
Aleixo Arena | Taunton, MA    
Jim Roche Community Arena | West Roxbury, MA    
Buffon Arena | Worcester, MA