Figure Skating

Figure skating classes are taught by Skatium Ice Arena and affiliate organization professionals who provide comprehensive ice skating programs and exhibitions for all ages and abilities in a family-friendly environment. All figure skating classes follow the Learn to Skate USA curriculum.

Breaking News!
The Skatium’s annual Winter Blizzard Competition will be held on Sunday, January 19, 2020. Registration packets are available at the Skatium office or online here. Registration deadline is Jan. 3.

Practice Ice Schedule, Specialty Classes & Rules

Featured Class!

Introductory Learn to Skate Classes in November
A $20 three-class introduction to ice skating for children between the ages of 4 and 12 with little or no skating experience. Each afternoon session is 30 minutes long. Skate rental is available for $2.50 per week. Classes will be held November 9, 16, and 23.
Register here.

 Christine Hathaway at CHathaway@SkokieParks.org

Current Classes

Scouts can now earn their Ice Skating Merit Badge or Fun Patch at the Skatium!

Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts must register at the Skatium. Daisies, Brownies, and Girl Scouts must have their troop leader register children online at www.girlscoutsgcnwi.org.

Scout classes offered 1:10–2:10 p.m.
• December 8 & 15
• January 19 & 26
• February 9 & 16
Register in Fall 2019!

All Scouts will receive:
• Scout Badge or Fun Patch
• Two free public skate admissions
• Free skate rental

For all scouting information, please contact the Skatium at (847) 929-7900.

Birthday Party Packages

Fee: $235, plus $2.50/pair skate rental

What is included in your Party Package? 

• One hour in the party room (Capacity 50) 
• One hour of skating time in the Studio Rink (Main Rink in the Summer) 
• Skate Rental Discount (Cost is $2.50 per pair) 
• One round of cups, napkins, and cake plates 
• Monitor to assist with skate rental and clean-up. (Upon request, the Skatium can provide a  junior skating coach to assist on ice at the rate of $30/hr.) 

Fall / Winter / Spring Time Slots 

(Early September–Mid-April)
Saturdays: 12–2:10 p.m. / 1:10–3:20 p.m. / 2:20–4:30 p.m. / 3:30–5:40 p.m.
Sundays: 1–3:10 p.m. / 2:10–4:20 p.m. / 3:20–5:30 p.m.

Summer Time Slots 
(Mid-June–Late August)
Saturdays & Sundays: 2–4:15 p.m. / 3:15–5:25 p.m.

Call (847) 929-7900 for available dates and times. Times and dates other than those listed below may also be available.

 Do not forget to bring: 

• Food and beverages for the party room
• Cake 
• Candles and matches 
• Forks, knives, spoons and additional plates 
• Serving and cutting knives 
• Decorations for the party room 
• Tablecloth if desired (tables are 2’x8’) 

What is not permitted? 

• Confetti or similar material, no individual helium balloons 
• Piñatas 
• Duct tape 
• Bringing chairs onto the ice 
• Entering the ice without skates (for skating parties)
• Skate aides (walkers) are strictly prohibited 
• Balloons may be used on the ice, however, you must pick up all popped balloons (they cause damage to the Zamboni) 

A few friendly reminders and guidelines to make your party run smoothly: 

• Please check-in at the Skatium office no earlier than 5 minutes before your scheduled party time. If you require set-up time, please invite your guests to arrive 10-15 minutes after your start time. 
• Please respect the party ahead of yours by refraining from entry into the rink or room until they have cleared the area. 
• All personal belongings must be removed from the room and, or ice rink when your allotted time is concluded so that staff can prepare for the next party. Please be advised that in the event of a late arrival we may not be able to extend your contracted times due to other events scheduled in the facility. Please wear loose and comfortable clothing. Long pants, leggings or tights are strongly encouraged to avoid scrapes on the ice. Baggy clothes are NOT recommended. 
• Because it is an ice rink, wearing layers is recommended, as well as wearing gloves and hats.