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Learn to Skate - Ages 3+ years
The Westport Parks and Recreation Department follows the U.S. Figure Skating Learn to Skate Program. It is designed to keep skaters enthusiastic about learning from the time they begin lessons until the time they reach their goals. Whether they want to excel to compete or simply enjoy the recreational benefits of skating, the Basic Skills Program is the place to start!
All participants are required to wear a ski or snowboard helmet and must dress warmly and appropriately for cold outdoor weather, ski pants, mittens / gloves and warm layers. Please, no double runner skates.
The session runs for 10 weeks and students will be evaluated and given merit badges at the completion of each level. Skaters may need to occasionally repeat a level to better prepare them for more difficult levels. This is common, especially at the higher levels. All instruction takes place at the Westport P.A.L. Rink at Longshore located in Longshore Club Park. www.wpalrink.com Please note, this is an outdoor activity and inclement may cause the program to cancel with no makeups offered.
Parent & Tot: Snowplow Sam 1 - 3: (Ages 3 & 4)
Dates: December 04 - February 13, 2025
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Times: | Ages: | Fee: | Code: |
| Wednesday | 1:30 p.m. - 2:15 p.m. | 3 - 4 | $205 | PNT101 |
| Thursday | 12:45 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. | 3 - 4 | $205 | PNT102 |
No class 11/27, 12/25, 1/3
An exciting introduction to the world of skating for pre-school aged children. Children, with the help of their caregiver, will learn basic skills of skating, including balance, falling and standing, marching and stopping and improving their coordination while having fun in a group. Fun games will be included to help children learn.
Location: PAL Rink at Longshore, www.wpalrink.com
Note: Inclement weather may cause the program to be canceled with no makeup offered.
Select this link to register online
Tots: Snowplow Sam 1 - 4: (Ages 4 - 5)
Dates: December 03- February 15, 2025
| Day: | Times: | Ages: | Fee: | Code: |
| Tuesday | 4:00pm- 4:30pm | 3 - 5 | $205 | TOT01 |
| Wednesday | 1:00pm- 1:30pm | 3 - 5 | $205 | TOT02 |
| Thursday | 1:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. | 3 - 5 | $205 | TOT03 |
| Thursday | 4:00pm- 4:30pm | 3 - 5 | $205 | TOT04 |
| Saturday | 10:00am- 10:30am | 3 - 5 | $205 | TOT05 |
*No class 11/27- 11/30 and 12/21- 1/3
Come learn something new! This class is designed as an introduction to the basic skills of skating while children have fun outdoors! The Snowplow Sam levels are for the pre-school / kindergarten age skater to develop balance and improve coordination, learn to march and glide on the ice, falling and standing, stops, backwards and having fun in a group atmosphere!
Location: PAL Rink at Longshore, www.wpalrink.com
Note: Inclement weather may cause the program to be canceled with no makeup offered.
Select this link to register online
Basic Skills: Level 1 - 6: (Ages 5+)
Dates: December 03 - February 15, 2025
The Basic Skills lessons are the foundation and fundamentals of the sport of ice skating. These eight levels will introduce the skater to forward skating, backward skating, stops, edges, crossovers, turns, Mohawks and beginning spins and jumps. Upon the completion of the Basic 1 - 6 levels, skaters will have a basic knowledge of the sport, enabling them to advance to more specialized areas of skating or just enjoy the recreational benefits of the sport. Children will be learning new skills and having fun outdoors in a group atmosphere!
| Day: | Level: | Times: | Ages: | Fee: | Code: |
| Tuesday | Basic 1 - 6 | 4:15 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. | 5+ | $205 | LTS01 |
| Tuesday | Basic 1 - 6 | 5:15 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. | 5+ | $205 | LTS02 |
| Thursday | Basic 1 - 6 | 4:15 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. | 5+ | $205 | LTS03 |
| Thursday | Basic 1 - 6 | 5:15 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. | 5+ | $205 | LTS04 |
| Saturday | Basic 1 - 6 | 9 a.m. - 9:45 a.m. | 5+ | $205 | LTS05 |
| Saturday | Basic 1 - 6 | 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. | 5+ | $205 | LTS06 |
| Saturday | Basic 1 - 6 | 11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. | 5+ | $205 | LTS07 |
*No class 11/27- 11/30 and 12/21- 1/3
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Inclusive Ice Skating
Dates: December 07 - February 15, 2025
Come to the Westport PAL Rink at Longshore, learn to skate and have a great time outdoors! Instruction is designed for children who are challenged in both an individual and group setting. Coaches will provide instruction on the basic skills of skating and to make skating fun! Parents are encouraged to skate with their child to facilitate a positive experience and to aid them if necessary.
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Ages: |
Fee: |
Code: |
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Saturday |
11:00 – 11:45 p.m. |
5 – 13 |
$205 |
IN101 |
No class 12/21 and 12/28
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Adult Learn to Skate: Basic 1-8 (Ages 18+)
December 04- February 15, 2025
| Day | Times: | Ages: | Fee: | Code: |
| Wednesday | 11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. | 18+ | $205 | ALTS01 |
| Saturday | 9 a.m.- 9:45 a.m. | 18+ | $205 | ALTS02 |
*No class 11/27- 11/30 and 12/21- 1/3
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Adults of all ages and abilities are welcome to come and improve their skating skills. If you are a beginner skater or more advanced, we are the place for you. Participants will have the opportunity to learn at their individual rate while being challenged and motivated. This program is designed to teach the basic fundamentals of skating that include forward and backward motion, stops and turns as well as more advanced moves such as crossovers, 3-turns, moves in the field pattern, and even jumps and spins.
Location: PAL Rink at Longshore, www.wpalrink.com
Note: Inclement weather may cause the program to be canceled with no makeup offered.
Private Lessons
Are you interested in having your child work 1:1 with an instructor instead of in a group setting? Our instructors are happy to do that for you. Please click here to access our Private Lesson Request Form. Please fill out the enclosed form and one of our staff members will reach out to you within 48 hours to schedule your first lesson.