Learn to Skate
Our Learn to Skate group classes are for students ages 5 to 14, beginners through advanced skaters. Classes begin with the fundamentals and progress to more advanced and specialized skills, for both figure skating and ice hockey.
Winter 2026 Semester
Winter 2026 Learn to Skate classes begin Tuesday, January 6th and Saturday, January 10th. Classes are available for all skill levels, ages 5 and 14. Each class session includes 30 minute weekly class PLUS independent practice ice for students directly after! Please direct all Learn to Skate questions to our skate director, Nicole, at niceskate18@gmail.com. Registration will open 3 weeks prior to the start of the semester.
Refund Policy: Participation fees are nonrefundable. Please reach out to our Program Director, Nicole Gaboury (niceskate18@gmail.com), if there are extenuating circumstances and consideration may be given to a partial refund or credit.
For safety reasons, we do not recommend this type of skate. Figure skates should lace up, be supportive and include a proper toepick. Please click here to schedule a figure skate fitting appointment or visit this page for more information.
Private Lessons
Want for lessons to take between Learn to Skate semesters? Try out a 1-on-1 private lesson with one of our wonderful coaches! Visit the Private Lessons page to see a full directory of coaches.
Class Levels
Snowplow (Ages 5-6)
Basic skating skills to help young skaters become comfortable on the ice.
Note: All skaters renting skates will be given figure skates for the duration of the semester.
Basic (Ages 7 – 14)
Basic figure skating skills, beginning at entry-level skaters.
Aspire (Ages 6+)
More advanced figure skating skills.
Note: Must complete Basic 1-6 skills track.
Adult (Ages 18+)
Adult classes are offered periodically throughout the calendar year. Please watch our website for adult group lesson opportunities.
Hockey:
Hockey classes are offered by Greensboro Youth Hockey Association. Skaters interested in hockey classes should visit GYHA.org.
2026 Learn to Skate Calendar
| 2026 Season | Tuesday Classes (5:45-6:45pm) | Saturday Classes (10:45-11:45am) |
|---|---|---|
| Winter Semester | 1/6 – 2/24 | 1/10 – 2/28 |
| Spring Semester | 3/3 – 5/12 | 3/7 – 5/16 |
| Summer 1 Semester | 5/26 – 6/23 | 5/30 – 6/27 |
| Summer 2 Semester | 7/7 – 8/25 | 7/11 – 8/29 |
| Fall Semester | 9/8 – 11/17 | 9/12 – 11/21 (Aspire classes 9/12 – 10/24) |
| Holiday Show Semester | Show: 12/13/26 |
More detailed class information will come out prior to the registration for each season. Registration will open 3 weeks prior to the start of the semester and will close the class following the halfway mark. Tuition is automatically prorated at checkout.
Skate Director Nicole
Email: niceskate18@gmail.com
Our skating director, Nicole, is a Professional Skaters Association (“PSA”) Master Rated Program Director and the Greensboro Ice House is a PSA Excellence on Ice facility. Please email Nicole with any Learn to Skate or figure skating questions, compliments, or concerns.
Programming under her leadership includes a US Figure Skating Basic skills program of Learn to Skate group lessons, adult courses, pre-school classes, a home school curriculum, specialty programming for advanced figure skaters as well as a complete array of off-ice training opportunities. The Greensboro Ice House is proud to offer lesson options for skaters of all ages and abilities!
Questions? Email Nicole today, or call the rink at 336-852-1515.
