The Bloomington Ice Garden Skate School offers skating lessons year round. View the schedule and other information below to see session dates and class times.
Online registration is required - click here
Registration deadline is 10 a.m. the day prior to the first day of class for each session.
Why Choose Skate School?
The mission of Learn to Skate USA is to provide a fun and positive experience that will instill a lifelong love of skating. As the only ice skating program endorsed by U.S. Figure Skating, USA Hockey, US Speedskating and the Professional Skaters Association, Learn to Skate USA offers every participant a rewarding experience rooted in the lifelong benefits of ice skating.
Have questions, need more information, or want the 2026-2027 Skate School flyer sent to you? Contact Rene Gelecinskyj, Skate School Coordinator, at 952-563-4626 or rgelecinskyj@bloomingtonmn.gov.
2026-2027 Schedule
Discover the joy of skating! Classes available for all ages, abilities and experience levels.
| Season | Dates | Session Days | Registration Opens |
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| Fall | September 26 - November 21 No class: October 13, 14, 17 and November 7 | Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday | August 10 |
| Winter | December 1 - January 30 No class: December 22, 23, 26, 29, 30 and January 2 | Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday | November 23 |
| Early Spring | February 9 - April 17 No class: March 6, 16, 17, 20, 23, 24, 27 | Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday | February 1 |
| Late Spring | April 20 - May 26 No class: none | Tuesday, Wednesday | April 12 |
| Summer | June 15 - August 3 No class: July 6 | Tuesday* | June 1 |
| Days | Level | Times | Age Group |
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| Tuesday* | Snowplow Sam 1-2 | 11-11:30 a.m., 6:45-7:15 p.m. | 3+ |
| Tuesday* | Snowplow Sam 3-4 | 7:15-7:45 p.m. | 4+ |
| Tuesday* | Basic 1-4 | 7:15-7:45 p.m. | 4+ |
| Tuesday* | Basic 5-6 | 7:45-8:15 p.m. | 5+ |
| Tuesday* | Pre-Free Skate, Free Skate 1-6 | 7:45-8:15 p.m. | 6+ |
| Tuesday* | Adult | 11:30 a.m.-12 p.m. | 13+ |
| Wednesday | Adult | 6-6:45 p.m. | 13+ |
| Saturday | Snowplow Sam 1 | 9:30-10 a.m. | 3+ |
| Saturday | Snowplow Sam 1-2 | 10-10:30 a.m. | 3+ |
| Saturday | Snowplow Sam 3-4 | 10:30-11 a.m. | 4+ |
| Saturday | Basic 1-2 | 10:30-11 a.m. | 4+ |
| Saturday | Basic 3-6 | 11-11:30 a.m. | 4+ |
| Saturday | Pre-Free Skate, Free Skate 1-6 | 9:30-10 a.m. | 6+ |
| Saturday | Adult | 9:30-10 a.m. | 13+ |
*Summer Tuesday schedule differs. See blm.mn/webtrac for details.
Recommendations and Reminders
Verify Your Account: Visit blm.mn/webtrac before registering to confirm existing account or create a new one.
Arrive Early: Get to the rink 15 minutes before class so you’re ready to hit the ice right on time.
Follow the Rules: Only registered skaters allowed on the ice. Keep ill children at home. No makeup lessons.
Use Proper Equipment: Good quality skates, ice sports helmet, warm clothing and mittens/gloves recommended. Free skate rental available.
Fee Assistance Available: For help with inclusion services, fee assistance or creating a household account, contact Parks and Recreation at 952-563-8877 or parksrec@bloomingtonmn.gov.
Cancellation Policy: In the event of cancellation of entire session by participant, a full refund (minus $10 processing fee) will be given with at least a five-day notice. No refunds provided if cancellation occurs within five days of class start.
Your Guide to Skate School
Do you want to know more about what to expect and what you'll learn from Skate School ? Visit the BIG Guide to Skate School page for full details. See a summary of each Skate School level below.
Snowplow Sam (age 3-6+)
Snowplow Sam 1-4 invites children ages 3 - 6+ to learn the joys of ice skating in a safe, introductory setting. Young skaters will have fun while learning how to fall and get back up, how to march across the ice and ultimately build confidence in themselves and their abilities. The classes, divided into four progressive levels for kids with no prior skating experience, help preschool-age skaters develop the coordination and strength to move across the ice.
Upon completing the Snowplow Sam curriculum, skaters can enter Basic Skills at their corresponding level or move on to pursue a specific discipline.
Basic 1-6 (age 5+)
The Basic Skills curriculum is available to skaters age 5 and above who are taking their first steps on the ice. Instructors use engaging activities to teach the FUNdamentals of ice skating. The six progressive levels introduce forward and backward skating, stops, edges, crossovers and turns with agility, balance, coordination, and speed as main focuses. Through these skills, skaters enter the first stage of skills to begin exploring the world of skating.
Upon completing the Basic Skills curriculum, skaters will be set up to choose whatever path in skating they desire. Whether they’re looking to land an Axel, score a hat trick or speed across the finish line, Basic Skills sets skaters up for success.
Free Skate (age 6+)
The next step after passing Basic 6. Each free skate level (Pre and 1-6) is comprised of a variety of progressive skating skills, transitions, spins and jumps, all of which build on the previous skill. Free Skate instruction provides skaters with a strong foundation of all elements.
Adults (age 13+)
The Adult curriculum is designed for both beginning and experienced adult skaters who wish to improve their skating skills. Participation in the program will help promote physical fitness and improve balance and coordination while teaching proper skating techniques. This is an exciting program for people who look to skating as an enjoyable part of a fit and healthy lifestyle. Adult skater working on advanced moves, jumps and spins should register for the Adult Freeskate Class.
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