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KCHA OUTLAWS
Youth League
Spring Hockey
Summer Camp/Clinic
Winter Hockey
All-Star Hockey
Private Instruction
Freestyle Session
Private Instruction
Freestyle Session
Member of USFS
Member of Bremerton
Figure Skating Club
Compete in
ISI Competitions
Adult Champs
Winter Classic
Artistic Challenge
ISI Worlds
BIC Adult League
Junior Hockey
College or NHL
Compete in local
Non-qualifying
Competition
Compete in
Qualifying Competition
Regional & Sectional
Jr. and US National
LEARN TO SKATE PROGRAM Where Olympic Dreams are born!
1950 Homer Jones Drive Bremerton, WA 98310 Ph: (360) 479­7465 Fax: (360) 479­9028 www.bremertonice.com Annual Ice Show & ISI Competition
ICE SHOW
Our Annual Ice Show provides an opportunity for our
skaters to showcase their skills while having fun and
performing in front of their loved ones.
Costumes, lights and music set the atmosphere for our
Learn to Skate students, Freestyle skaters, and guest
skaters to entertain the whole family.
Learn to Skate students can participate by taking our
Ice Show Preparation classes to learn group numbers,
and Freestyle skaters may perform solo if they are
currently taking private lessons.
Our Ice Shows are broadcast live over the internet
(courtesy of Sports Stream Live) so everyone can watch
the performance no matter where they live!
ISI COMPETITION
ISI Team Competitions are a great way for skaters to
build self-confidence since they encourage skaters of all
levels of ability and achievement. They are also an
integral part of the figure skating experience.
Bremerton Ice Center hosts an ISI Competition every
year, and includes several types of events to be sure
everyone has a great time. Skaters perform with or
without music, and some skate with props and
elaborate costumes. Skaters ages 3-100 can participate.
It is recommended that the skater be taking private
lessons before entering any competition since a coach’s
guidance is necessary to be sure that the rules are followed. If you are unsure if competitions are appropriate for your skater, please contact our Skating Director.
Welcome Skaters & Parents Program Cost
Please see the Program Policies section of this booklet
for information on what the program fees include.
As of August 31st, 2009, all members of ISI will
need to renew their annual membership. You can
choose to renew your membership through
Bremerton Ice Center for a $15.00 fee, or you may
renew online by visiting www.skateisi.org.
Welcome to Bremerton Ice Center’s WeSKATE Learn
To Skate program! The WeSKATE curriculum is
designed to introduce beginner skaters to the enjoyment
of ice skating and the many life-long rewards such as
physical fitness and the pleasure of achievement.
Whether the goal is to enjoy the recreational benefits of
skating or achieve Olympic fame, we hope that the
lessons learned at Bremerton Ice Center will last a lifetime.
Once you sign­up
** 8 WEEK CLASS SESSIONS **
NON-CURRENT ISI MEMBERS
$99.00 class cost + $15.00
one-time ISI annual membership fee
CURRENT ISI MEMBERS OR
FIRST TIME SKATERS
$99.00 class cost
ISI Membership is required for all
Learn to Skate Participants.
ISI Membership card or ISI member number is
required at the time of registration to qualify for the
ISI member rate. Please see the “What is the ISI”
section of this booklet to learn what is included with
an annual ISI membership.
On the first day of class, please try to arrive at least 15 to
30 minutes before class begins to prepare for your lesson.
Please check in with the front desk and collect your rental
skates for class.
Clothing / Skate Fitting
You should dress in warm comfortable clothing, which
will not restrict your movement.
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Socks (one pair of light to medium weight)
Gloves
Warm-up suit or a warm jacket
Long sleeves
Long pants
Helmet - recommended particularly for Beginners
(BIC has a limited supply of children’s helmets but
students may also bring their own. Sport helmets or
bicycle helmets work best)
Wrist and/or knee guards for adults - recommended
The skates should fit snugly in order to lend proper
support. Lace the skates all the way to the top (including
all hooks) and you’ll be ready to skate. Over the course of
the class, the instructor will introduce the skater to the
skills required to thoroughly enjoy the sport while having
a healthy, fun, and safe skating experience.
Parental Guidelines
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Focus on effort, participation, fun and skill building.
Parents need to parent and instructors need to teach.
Practice good sportsmanship.
Teach your child winning isn't everything.
Show interest, enthusiasm, and support for your child
and other skaters.
Be in control of your emotions.
Don’t compare your child with other skaters.
Always be positive about the child’s skating.
Volunteer – take an active part in your child’s skating
experience.
Parents of Tot Skaters - During the first two lessons, view the
lesson from the lobby to help the instructor gain your child’s
trust and attention. Please watch the class and the instructor
will signal if you are needed.
Program Policies General:
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All programs must be paid in full at time of registration.
Classes will be pro-rated after the first class is held.
Bremerton Ice Center reserves the right to reschedule,
change, or cancel a program at any time.
Bremerton Ice Center reserves the right to revoke
participant privileges and future registration in any
program offered at the this facility.
Class Structure:
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Please arrive at least 15 - 30 minutes before class starts.
On the first day of beginning level classes, the first few
minutes of the class will be held off the ice (wearing their
skates).
Beginner skaters should sign up for Beginning Tots if they
are ages 3-6, or Pre-Alpha if they are age 6 or older. The
first day of class all new students are evaluated to ensure
they are in the appropriate class level. If the student needs
to be moved to a different class, the instructor will speak
to the skater / parent..
During an 8 week session - weeks 1 thru 5 focus on the
required skills for that level, week 4 a progress report is
given, week 7 is test day, and week 8 is a review.
During the Summer sessions (4-5 weeks) skaters work on
required skills only. No testing performed in these classes.
Program Policies
Private Lessons
Some students find that individual instruction is the best
way to fine tune their skating skills. You can choose to
use private lessons as a supplement to group lessons.
Private figure skating instruction is available by contacting our Skating Director, Allison Miller, at 360 479RINK. If there is a particular instructor that you prefer,
please feel free to approach them to find out if they are
currently accepting new students.
Private lesson fees are paid directly to the instructor while
the cost of the ice time is paid directly to Bremerton Ice
Center prior to the start of the lesson.
What is included with classes?
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Registration Information
How to Register:
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Pick up a registration form from our lobby. Fill it out
completely and turn in to the front desk with
payment
Download the registration form off of our website
and mail to the rink with check payment
Call us and we are happy to take your registration
over the phone with a Visa or MasterCard payment
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** See the ISI section in this booklet for more details.
Make-up class Policy:
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Registration forms are accepted up until week 6.
Pre-Registration is recommended!
Our classes can fill up quickly, so please register before
the first day of class to secure your spot. Returning
skaters should try to register on or before the last day of
class in the current session. It is recommended that
returning skaters wait until their skill evaluation to
register for the next session.
All class sessions meet once a week for a half-hour
(excluding holidays, special events, etc.)
Free practice time during Public Session on the day of
your Group Class lesson. (skate rental included)
2 additional Free Practices (does not include skate rental) on
any Public Session during the current 8-week session.
**1 Free Practice for Summer session
2 Free Guest Passes (does not include skate rental) for any
Public Session during the current 8-week session.
**1 Free Guest Pass for Summer session
All first time Learn to Skate students will receive a 1-year
Individual Membership with the Ice Skating Institute (ISI),
the world’s largest recreational skating organization.
You receive a 1-year subscription to Recreational Ice Skating
magazine, plus are eligible to compete at ISI competitions.
ISI Members will receive a patch for passing any class and
the test will be automatically registered with ISI in their
national database.
A make-up will be allowed up until the last two weeks of a
session.
1 make-up class per session is allowed. No exceptions.
To make-up a class, the parent or skater must contact the
Skating Director in order to reschedule. To contact the
skating director please call (360) 479-7465 or email
skatingdirector@bremertonicecenter.comIf no make-up
class fits your schedule, a public session pass can be
substituted.
Discounts:
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$5 Family Discount (off additional family members only)
Individual Multi-Class Discount - 20% off second class
of equal or lesser value.
Program Policies Continued
Seasonal Classes ­ Days & Times Refunds
All refunds will follow the Finance Department’s bill paying
schedule and will be issued by check. There will be no cash
refunds or credit card refunds. Passes are non-refundable.
Refunds will be allowed in the following circumstances:
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When a class is cancelled or closed by the Skating
Director due to low enrollment or other circumstances;
a transfer to a similar class will be offered, then a credit,
or a refund (no processing fee will apply).
Refunds, credits, or transfers will only be given if
requested in writing prior to commencement of the
registered program. Refunds, credits, or transfers will be
granted after the session begins only in the event of an
injury or illness and the request is accompanied by a
doctor’s statement verifying the nature of the injury or
illness.
When a participant moves from the area and requests a
refund BEFORE the first day of class.
In the case of Tots classes, refunds, credits, or transfers
will be given on a case to case basis.
No refunds, credits, or transfers will be given to a
registrant who leaves because of their own desire or
fails to attend.
All other requests for refunds are at management’s discretion.
Limited Class Space
Class enrollment is limited and determined on a first-come
first-serve basis. Bremerton Ice Center prefers to limit enrollment to 12 students per class (6 for Tot classes) whenever possible. Similar classes may be combined to avoid
canceling classes with low attendance. If classes become
full, a waiting list will be created and the Skating Director
will make every attempt to accommodate everyone.
Coaching Staff
Bremerton Ice Center proudly staffs enthusiastic coaches
who specialize in teaching skaters of all levels and abilities.
All of our Learn to Skate coaches are current members of
ISI. Several are also members of the Professional Skaters
Association (PSA) and United States Figure Skating (USFS).
M O N DAY S
5: 1 5- 6: 1 5 P M
S A T U R DA Y S
1 1 : 0 0A M - N O O N
Tots (ages 3-6)
Pre Alpha (Beg. 7+)
Alpha
Beta
Gamma
Delta
Freestyle 1-3
Adults (ages 18+)
Tots (ages 3-6)
Pre Alpha (Beg. 7+)
Alpha
Beta
Gamma
Delta
Freestyle 1-3
Adults (ages 18+)
Specialty Classes ­ Sessions, Days & Times
HOME
SCHOOL
ICE SHOW
PREPARATION
POWER
SKATING
8 WEEKS
6 WEEKS
8 WEEKS
Offered during
Fall, Winter,
Winter II, and
Spring Sessions Offered during
Winter Session
Offered during
Fall and Winter II
Sessions
FRIDAYS
SATURDAYS
SATURDAYS
Seasonal Class Sessions
Ice Skating Institute
What is the Ice Skating Institute (ISI)?
SUMMER
Registration released in May
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FA L L
Registration released in July
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WINTER
No Classes during Thanksgiving/Winter Break
Registration released in October
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The Ice Skating Institute (ISI) is an organization that promotes
skating for all levels and all ages throughout the world. Here at
Bremerton Ice Center, we use the class and testing format
established by the ISI so that each student or skater has a
standard level of knowledge no matter where they skate. Our
class instructors will refer you to the level of class that should
be pursued at the end of each Skating School session.
Skaters who are ISI members receive:
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Recreational Ice Skating - a quarterly magazine featuring
recreational ice skaters, programs, events & tips
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Patches and certificates as earned
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Opportunities to perform and compete locally & nationally
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Secondary accident insurance
Test registration
Annual membership from September 1st - August 31st
WINTER II
Registration released in December
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S P RI N G
No Classes during Sroing Break
Registration released in February
* Check www.bremertonice.com for current class dates. *
Local Figure Skating Club The Bremerton Figure Skating
Club was established in November
2006, and its principal purpose is to
foster the sport of figure skating in
Kitsap County and the Olympic
Peninsula.
For more information about the club visit their website:
www.bremertonfsc.org
Class/Level Skill Requirements
Tots (ages 3-6)
1) Proper way to fall and get up, march in place,
moving march
2) 2-foot jump, forward swizzle, 2-foot glide
3) Push & glide stroke, snowplow prep, dip, swizzle
4) T-position push, back swizzle, snowplow stop,
back wiggle
Pre-Alpha (ages 6+)
2-foot glides, 1-foot glides, forward swizzles, back
wiggles, back swizzles
Alpha
Forward stoking, forward crossovers, 1-foot snowplow
stop
Beta
Backward stroking, backward crossovers, t-stop
Gamma
Outside 3-turns, Mohawk combinations, hockey stop
Delta
Inside 3-turns, forward edges, lunge or shoot the duck,
bunny hop
Freestyle 1
Pivot, backward edges, 2-foot spin, forward arabesque,
1/2 flip jump, waltz jump, solo program
Freestyle 2
Ballet jump, 1/2 toe walley jump, 1/2 lutz jump, 1-foot
spin, 2 forward arabesques, dance step sequence, solo
program
Freestyle 3
Backward pivot, salchow jump, change foot spin,
backward arabesque, toe loop or toe walley jump,
dance step sequence, solo program
Adult Classes
—Beginning Adult: Pre-Alpha and Alpha elements
—Intermediate Adult: Alpha, Beta and Gamma
elements
Class Descriptions
Group Lesson Testing Process:
8 week sessions that feature entry level skating classes for
individuals just learning to skate, or advanced classes for
those who want to expand or perfect their current skills.
Skaters will be tested at the end of the session to be sure
that they have absorbed all of the elements necessary to
move on to the next level. ISI members will receive
patches and certificates for passing the classes. Non-ISI
member students will receive a certificate.
Other Classes Offered:
Home School - This weekday class is a great way for
Home Schooled students to get their gym or physical
education school credit. Basic skills of skating will be
covered during the 8 week session, and instruction is
based on the ISI skill level requirements. All students
will receive a certificate at the end of the session.
** Bremerton Ice Center is an approved Community
Based Instructor with Columbia Virtual Academy. All
CVA students can have their class fees paid for by their
CVA allocations. For more information on CVA, please
speak to our Skating Director, Allison Miller.
Power Skating Classes - Once your skater makes the
commitment to being the best skater they can be...our
specialized figure skating classes that focus on the finer
points of the sport will help them achieve their goal.
These classes will emphasize correct stroking technique,
power, posture, form, choreography and edge quality.
Skaters wiill improve both their endurance and their
performance.
Ice Show Preparation - Bremerton Ice Center produces
an ice show every year, and it would not be possible
without the involvement of our Learn to Skate students.
Our Ice Show Preparation classes teach students how to
learn and remember choreography, and integrate all of
their skills in to one complete performance. It is a fun
introduction to the exciting world of ice shows while
showing off their hard work in front of their loved ones.