Ice Arena - Figure Skating

Figure skating is a key component to the Ice Arena. The Ice Arena also offers Learn to Skate Lessons to individuals who want to advance their skills.

Walk-In Sessions

These sessions are designed for practice for anyone from the advanced beginning levels through the advanced competitive levels. Many skaters receive private lessons during these sessions, however lessons are not required in order to skate the sessions.

All are offered on a walk-on (first come, first served) basis. To skate, simply sign in and pay at the Newlove Pro Shop immediately prior to the start of a given session.

Cost

Courses Offered at BGSU

Basic Skating classes are offered at BGSU at 9:30, 10:30, or 11:30 Tuesdays and Thursdays. Contact Laura Dunn at dunnle@bgsu.edu for more information or visit the HMSLS web site or Schedule of Classes.

Learn to Skate Lessons

The BGSU Ice Arena Management and Coaching Staff, in conjunction with US Figure Skating, provide high quality, progressive instruction in basic ice skating skills that give participants a solid foundation upon which they can continue into the various branches of ice sports including competitive figure skating, hockey team play, or a heightened enjoyment of recreation.

Click HERE for more information about Learn to Skate.

Exhibition Opportunities

The BGSU Ice Arena offers local skaters the opportunity to perform before varsity Falcon Hockey games as well as in conjunction with the Thanksgiving and Holiday High School Hockey Tournaments.  Check out the Exhibition Request Form for more information.

Professional Skating Organizations

• US Figure Skating
• Professional Skater's Association
• Ice Skating Institute