Little Stars - Tots Program
Little Stars - Tots Ages 3-5
Discover, Learn and Play with Snowplow Sam!
Little Stars Classes: Tots 3-5 years of age
The Snowplow Sam levels are introductory classes divided into four progressive levels allowing children with limited OR no prior skating experience to build confidence while learning the basic skills of skating. These classes are designed to help children five and younger develop the ABCs of movement – Agility, Balance, Coordination and speed. The ABCs are essential for developing fundamental movement skills and physical literacy. All classes will be taught in a safe and positive environment, incorporating fun and games making class time an enjoyable experience for all.
Includes a weekly 30-minute instructional class and public skating session. No skating experience is necessary. Tots must be comfortable leave parent/caregiver during class time.
Little Stars Skill Levels: Snowplow Sam 1, 2, 3, & 4 & Tot Basic 1
After completion of Snowplow Sam Levels 1, 2, 3 & 4 & Tot Basic 1, Little Star skaters will enter the Intro to Skating: Basic Skill Level 2 class.
Little Stars
Little Stars Classes include a weekly 30-minute instructional class, skate rental, if necessary and a complimentary public session follow the class.* Annual Learn to Skate USA membership. Students must attend the same class day and time throughout the program series.
Tuesday Class
1:30 - 2:00 PM - Instructional Class
11:30 - 1:30 PM - Public Skating Session BEFORE CLASS - Complimentary for Registered Skaters*
Wednesday Class
6:30 - 7:00 PM - Instructional Class
7:00- 8:30 PM - Public Skating Session - Complimentary for Registered Skaters*
Thursday Class
1:30 - 2:00 PM - Instructional Class
11:30 - 1:30 PM - Public Skating Session BEFORE CLASS - Complimentary for Registered Skaters*
Saturday Class
1:00 - 1:30 PM - Instructional Class
1:30 - 3:30 PM - Public Skating Session - Complimentary for Registered Skaters*
* At times, the public session is canceled due to an RMU ISC Event, in these instances skaters will be provided a complimentary public session pass, when attending class on that specific date.
If a registered skater cannot stay for the public session associated with his/her class, he/she will not be provided a complimentary "make-up" pass.
For family members or friends who are not registered for the class and wish to skate on the public skating session, must pay for admission to the session and skate rental, if needed.
Class Schedule
For All Class Schedules & Fees please go to:
https://www.rmuislandsports.com/schedules
Getting Started Helpful Hints
Please see the documents (in pdf form) that offer helpful tips and suggestions for those just getting started in skating and some refreshers for skaters with some basic experience.
Happy Skating!
Additional questions may be directed to:
Skating Director, Beth Sutton: 412.397.4469 or sutton@rmu.edu
Skating School Coordinator, Rosie Lynch: 412.397.4483 or lynch@rmu.edu
DASH Registration:
Registration
To register for any of the Skating School programs including: Intro to Skating, Advanced Skating Skills and Little Stars programs you may go to our web site: www.rmu.edu/dash
A family account must be created in our DASH registration system for a skater to register for any of our programs. Once your family registration is created, click on registration and choose the skating school block to find the skating school program for registration.
ON-LINE REGISTRATION IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR CLASSES 48 HOURS PRIOR TO THE START OF THE SESSION.
Or you may contact the customer service desk by calling: 412.397.4454. If they are not with another customer, they will be able to take your call and register the skater(s) over the phone with a credit card. Full payment is due at time of registration. You may also register in person by going to the main desk at the Island Sports Center.
Please Note: Classes have a limited number of spaces and tend to fill-up prior to the first day of classes. Please register early to ensure a spot for your skater(s).
Additional questions may be directed to:
Skating Director, Beth Sutton: 412.397.4469 or sutton@rmu.edu
Skating School Coordinator, Rosie Lynch: 412.397.4483 or lynch@rmu.edu
