Ice skating lessons are offered year-round at our dual-rink facility, designed for skaters of every age and ability. Whether your skater is 3 years old taking their first steps on the ice or an adult learning a new skill, there’s a class built for them.
All of our lessons follow the Learn to Skate USA curriculum and are taught by experienced, certified coaches who’ve competed at the highest levels of figure skating and ice dancing.
Our Lessons
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Not sure where your skater fits? Pick the age and we’ll point you in the right direction.
Ages 4-5
Four progressive levels teaching the ABCs of movement: Agility, Balance, Coordination, Speed.
Age 6
Six progressive levels covering the fundamentals of figure skating, hockey, and speed skating.
Advanced Skaters
Spins, jumps, and transitions for skaters mastering the next level.
Future Hockey Players
Hockey-specific fundamentals taught without a puck.
Get in Touch
Contact Our Learn to Skate Director and find the right starting point for your skater!
What's Included In Every Lesson
Every Learn to Skate group lesson comes with:
- 25-minute session once per week
- 5-minute Q&A with the instructor for parents after each class
- Complimentary rental skates for the lesson
- Complimentary public session pass to practice on your own
- Student membership to Learn to Skate USA
- Skills Record Book with stickers and a magazine
Current Series
Wednesday Evening Classes: October 28th – January 6th
Thursday Morning Classes: October 29th – January 7th
Saturday Morning Classes: October 31st – January 9th
NO CLASSES: Nov. 25-29, Dec. 23-27, & Dec. 30-Jan. 3
Registrations received after deadline October 26th are subject to an additional $10 fee per skater.
Future Series
8 Week January Session
Wednesday Evening Classes: January 13th – March 17th
Thursday Morning Classes: January 14th – March 18th
Saturday Morning Classes: January 16th March – 20th
NO CLASSES: Feb.16th – 28th
Registrations received after deadline date are subject to an additional $10 fee per skater.
JANUARY 8 Week Session – Classes begin week of January 11th
No Classes: Feb. 15 – Feb. 28 (Tournaments)
MARCH 8 Week Session – Classes begin week of March 22nd
No Classes: March 26 – April 2 (Easter Break)
JUNE 6 Week Session – Classes begin Wednesday, June 2nd
JULY 6 Week Session – Classes begin Wednesday, July 14th
Group Lessons
by Level
Ice Babies (Age 3)
Class instruction follows the Snowplow I curriculum.
An introduction to the ice for 3-year-olds. This class helps young skaters get comfortable in their skates, learn to stand independently, and move on the ice through fun and games.
Snowplow Sam (Ages 4-5)
Class instruction follows the Snowplow Sam curriculum.
Four progressive levels for kids with no prior skating experience. Designed to build confidence while teaching the ABCs of movement: Agility, Balance, Coordination, and Speed.
All classes are taught in a safe, positive environment with fun and games woven into every lesson.
Basic Skills (Ages 6+)
Class instruction follows the Basic Skills curriculum.
Six progressive levels teaching the FUNdamentals of ice skating. Basic Skills builds the foundation for figure skating, hockey, and speedskating.
Skills covered:
- Forward and backward skating
- Stops and edges
- Crossovers and turns
Skaters progress at their own pace and advance after mastering each skill.
Pre Free Skate & Free Skate
Class instruction follows the Free Skate curriculum.
For skaters ready to master the next level. Each level introduces progressive skills, transitions, spins, and jumps, all building on previous skills to develop a strong foundation.
Taught in interactive group formats including bridge programs, circuit classes, and introductory training.
Hockey Basic Skills
Class instruction follows the Hockey curriculum.
Four badge levels teaching the fundamentals of hockey skating. All elements are taught without a puck, focusing on:
- Basic hockey stance and stride
- Knee bend and edges
- Agility and proper technique
Prerequisites:
- Ages 4–5: Completion of Snowplow 1, 2, and 3
- Ages 6+: Completion of Basic 1 and 2
Adult Lessons (Beginner to Advanced)
Class instruction follows the Adult curriculum.
Skating is a great way to stay active and healthy, and it’s never too late to start. Our adult curriculum spans six levels, from basic skating to advanced skills, so you can jump in at the level that matches your experience.
Adult skaters progress at their own pace while being challenged and motivated. A fun, fit, and social way to add something new to your life.
Adaptive Skating
Class instruction follows the Adaptive Skating curriculum.
Our new Adaptive Skating Program is designed to guide skaters with physical disabilities on the ice! (Sept. 2nd – Oct. 21st)
Skaters completing the Adaptive Skating Curriculum may complete skills assisted or unassisted.
Contact our Skating School Director Kelly Orndorff at (301) 662-7362 ext. 16 or email at learntoskate@skatefrederick.com to learn more.
Take your training to the next level. Our specialty classes give skaters focused instruction on specific skills, perfect for skaters who want to grow faster!
Created to help skaters with physical disabilities build confidence, develop skating skills, and enjoy the freedom of being on the ice!
Professional Coaching Staff
Meet the
Coaches
Every member of our coaching staff has competed at the figure skating or ice dancing level. Each coach is required to maintain:
- US Figure Skating (USFS) membership
- Learn to Skate USA membership
- Continuing Education Requirements (CER)
- SafeSport Training
- Background Check
Kim Benkoski-Cottingham
Private & LTS Coach
21+ years of coaching experience. Coach Kim is a member of USFS and Learn to Skate USA. Triple Gold Medalist (moves in field, dance and Freestyle). Power skating and off ice training experience. Trained at the Olympic training center in Lake Placid, NY with the famed Scotvold’s.
Private Lesson Fee: $32 – 1/2 hour
- (315) 345-4600
- kbenkoski@yahoo.com
Daniel Dehart
LTS & Private Coach
1+ years of coaching experience. Daniel is a member of USFS and Learn to Skate USA. Double USFS Gold team finalist. Trained 6 years with Olympic bronze medalist (moves in field and ice dance). Four time ice dance national development ze medalist Ruslan Goncharov. Trained with top ice dance coaches and tech specialists.
Private Lesson Fee: $28-1/2 hour
- (240) 722-2506
- dannydehart@gmail.com
Marie Deluca
Private & LTS Coach
31+ years of coaching experience. Marie is a member of USFS and Learn to Skate USA. Ice skating coach core certification. Safesport certified training in concussion, first responder. State and regional roller skating champion in freestyle. National artistic roller skating team Dance champion 2012-2017.
Private Lesson Fee: $35-1/2 hour
- (571) 594-3668
Jessica Dockens
Private & LTS Coach
8+ years of coaching experience. Jessica is a member of USFS, Learn to Skate USA, and USA Hockey. USFS Core Certified Coach and SkateSafe certified. Works with all ages of skaters from beginners to advanced. 8 years of competitive figure skating. Eastern Sectional Gold Medalist Synchro Skater. Experience with Hockey Instruction.
Private Lesson Fee: $35-1/2 hour
- (240) 344-9955
- jess_d76@yahoo.com
Ally Fachler
Private & LTS Coach
10+ years of coaching experience. Ally is a member of USFS and Learn to Skate USA. USFS Double Gold Medalist-Moves in Field, Solo Free Dance. 12+ years of freestyle and synchronized skating experience. National-level synchronized skater (2014-2017).
Private Lesson Fee: $32-1/2 hour
- (240) 397-1707
- ally.fachler@gmail.com
Amanda Fogle
Private & LTS Coach
24+ years of coaching experience. Amanda is a member of USFS and Learn to Skate USA. 21 years of coaching synchronized skating experience. Synchronized sectional Gold medalist skater. Synchronized sectional Gold medalist coach. Excel National Festival Coach.
Private Lesson Fee: $43-1/2 hour
- (240) 357-5273
- precisionskater723@gmail.com
Connie Fogle
Private & LTS Coach
20+ years of coaching experience. Connie is a member of USFS and Learn to Skate USA. An International, National, National Development, Eastern Sectional Silver Medalist and Junior National Coach. 2019 U.S. Figure Skating/PSA Honor Roll Coach. PSA Master Rated Freeskate Coach. Specializing in jump and spin technique.
Private Lesson Fees: $34 1/2 hour Beginners (Snowplow – FreeSkate 2)
$50 1/2 hour Intermediate – Advance (FS 3 & UP)
- (443) 536-5769
- connie.fogle2011@gmail.com
Summer Frillman
Private & LTS Coach
6+ years of coaching experience. Summer is a member of USFS and Learn to Skate USA. U.S. Figure Skating Core Certified Coach. Choreography for competition programs. Specializes in teaching beginner and youth skaters. Loves working with kids and helping skaters reach their goals.
Private Lesson Fee: $36-1/2 hour
- (703) 282-4136
- sumjones02@gmail.com
Cathy Galloway
Private & LTS Coach
21+ years of coaching experience. Cathy is a member of USFS and Learn to Skate USA. Gold moves in Field and Freestyle. South Atlantic Regional Champion Coach. National Senior Ladies Competitor in Australia.
Private Lesson Fee: $38-1/2 hour
- (240) 291-6364
- catgallo11@icloud.com
Debby Jones
Private & LTS Coach
45+ years of coaching experience. Debby is a member of USFS and Learn to Skate USA. Coached multiple skaters through the Gold test. Specializes in Moves in the Field/Skating Skills. PSA Master Rated Coach in Skating Skills & Group Instruction. Co-Chair PSA Accelerated Coaching Committee and Apprenticeship Program. 29 years of teaching public school.
Private Lesson Fee: $45-1/2 hour
*currently not accepting new students*
Walter Lang
Private & LTS Coach
25+ years of coaching experience. Walter is a member of USFS. Specializes in ice dance, stroking, power, moves in field, footwork, and choreography. Coach of Regional, Sectional, and National Medalists, also Gold International Dances.
Private Lesson Fee: $50-1/2 hour
- (617) 605-3809
- langwal527@gmail.com
Mia Lovell
Private & LTS Coach
7+ years of coaching experience. Mia is a member of USFS, Learn to Skate USA, and Pro Skaters. Professional show skater with Ice Creative Entertainment. American Ice Theater level 2 certified choreographer. Specializes in choreography, ice dance, jump, and skill technique. 2024 US Intercollegiate National Champion. Undergraduate degree in Exercise Science.
Private Lesson Fee: $34 1/2 hour Beginners (Snowplow-Freeskate 2)
$40 1/2 hour Intermediate – Advance (FS 3 & Up)
Shannon Monardes
Private & LTS Coach
7+ years of coaching experience. Shannon is a member of USFS and Learn to Skate USA. 2007 Synchronized Skating Junior World Bronze Medalist. 2007 Synchronized Skating US Gold Medalist. 2005, 2006 Synchronized Skating Silver Medalist. 22 years of skating experience.
Private Lesson Fee: $39-1/2 hour
- (847) 863-4085
- bauershannon1@gmail.com
Cary Summerlin
Private & LTS Coach
30+ years of coaching experience. Cary is a member of USFS and Learn to Skate USA. Silver Medalist Pairs Skater. Theater on Ice Choreographer. national Synchronized Skating Coach and Competitor. Experience with Hockey Instruction. Sparklers USFS Synchronized Skating Head Coach 7 years.
Private Lesson Fee: $38-1/2 hour
Kristen Townsend Adler
Private & LTS Coach
18+ years of coaching experience. Kristen is a member of USFS and Learn to Skate USA. Teaches yoga and pilates. experience with hockey Instruction. Mentored under PSA Master Rated Coach Donald Laws. Special Olympics coordinator for the May Day Open.
Private Lesson Fee: $30-1/2 hour
- (301) 514-6077
- smilysk8@aol.com
How to Register
Pre-registration is required for all classes. Spots fill quickly.
- Online: Register Here
- Phone: (301) 662-7362
- In Person: Skate Frederick Pro Zone
What to Expect on Your First Day
- Arrive 10 minutes early
- Pick up rental skates and your class name tag at Skate Rental (know your tennis shoe size)
- Instructors will hand out welcome packets at the start of class
What to Wear
- Bike helmet required for ages 3, 4, and 5 (no aerodynamic helmets)
- Thin layers, no ski suits or bulky jackets
- Gloves, not mittens
- One pair of thin socks, doubling up causes blisters
- Figure skates for first-timers (the longer blade provides more stability)
- Basic hockey skaters are required to wear hockey helmet, hockey gloves, and hockey skates only.
Refund Policy: Refunds are subject to a $30 cancellation fee and 6% credit card fee if original payment was by credit card.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to buy my own skates?
No, rental skates are included at no additional cost during your lesson.
What's proper skating attire?
Thin layers, thin socks, and gloves (not mittens). No bulky jackets or ski pants.
Can I be on the ice with my child?
No. Each beginner class has a certified instructor and a qualified assistant to support your skater.
Does my child need a helmet?
Required for ages 3, 4, and 5. For ages 6 and up, it’s a parental choice. A bike helmet is best. Please no aerodynamic helmets.
What if my child misses a class?
We don’t offer makeup classes.
How should skates fit?
Snug like a glove, not loose like a boot. Lace tight at the ankle, starting at the bottom and working up.
Can my skater practice after class?
Not on the same ice, but every skater receives a complimentary public session pass to practice. Skate rental fees still apply.
Public Session Pass is for skater who is currently enrolled.
I registered online but haven't received a class email.
You’ll receive an automated confirmation right away. A few days before classes begin, you’ll get full details including day, time, coach, and meeting location.
When do I get my class packet?
On the first day of class, from your coach.
Can my child with special needs take lessons?
Absolutely. When you register, please let us know your child’s needs so the coach can best accommodate.
Why didn't my discount show up at checkout?
Discounts are applied by Skate Frederick after registration. Your credit card statement will reflect the correct amount once your enrollment is fully processed.
What's the refund policy?
Refunds are subject to a $30 cancellation fee and a 6% credit card fee if original payment was by credit card.
A Confidence Boost When You Need One
Booster Lessons
Booster lessons are short, flexible private sessions designed to help skaters get over the hump. Lessons can be any length you and the coach agree on.
Schedule a Booster Lesson If:
- Your skater needs help maintaining progress in group lessons
- Your skater is close to passing a Basic Skills level but not quite ready for the next session
- Your skater would benefit from one-on-one attention on a specific skill
- You’d like a skill evaluation before the first day of group lessons
After your booster lesson, you can decide whether to continue with regular private lessons.
One-on-One Instruction for Every Level
Private Lessons
Private lessons give skaters of any age or level the chance to work directly with one of our professional coaches. They’re a great way to master tricky skills, prepare for competition, or simply progress faster than group lessons allow.
How Private Lessons Work
- Private lesson agreements are made directly between you and your chosen coach
- Lessons are taught during public sessions and freestyle times (early mornings, afternoons, evenings, and Saturday midday)
- Lesson fees vary by coach
- Ice usage fees apply in addition to coaching fees
- All ice time and instructor fees must be paid in the Pro Zone before the lesson begins
Important to Know
- Coaches are independent contractors. Skate Frederick does not handle scheduling, cancellations, or rescheduling.
- Exchange contact info with your coach to handle communication directly.
- Cancel lessons directly with your coach. Skate Frederick staff are not responsible for parent/coach communications.
Questions? Call Kelly at 301-662-7362 ext. 16.
Homeschool Families Welcome!
Need to check off gym requirements? Our Thursday morning Learn to Skate classes are starting October 29th! Beginner through intermediate levels.
A fun way to stay active, learn a new skill, and beat the winter blues.
Register today and secure your spot!
