We're delighted to announce the very first British Ice Skating Skate UK and Skate UK Star skating camps, delivered in partnership with Grimsby Ice Rink, providing an intensive learn-to-skate experience for anyone learning - or interested in learning - to ice skate!
Taking place at Grimsby Ice Rink on 14th August 2024, the two camps will help learners consolidate what they have already learned, challenge themselves to try some new skills, prepare themselves for future Skate UK levels, meet other learner skaters and have some fun! Here's everything you need to know:
When, where, and cost?
Both camps will be happening at Grimsby Ice Rink on Wednesday 14th August, timings and booking fees as follows:
Skate UK Camp
09:45-13:00
£30/skater
Skate UK Star Camp
13:00-16:15
£30/skater
Who can attend?
You don't need to be a British Ice Skating member to book onto either of these camps, they are open to all!
Skate UK Camp:
This camp is open to anyone currently learning to ice skate (Skate UK Level 1-8, or equivalent) as well as complete beginners. Learners will be divided by experience level, ensuring our top British Ice Skating coaches can provide the right learning environment and outcomes for all participants.
Skate UK Star Camp:
This camp is open to any skaters currently working their way through the Skate UK Star programmes for Figure Skating. Â Learners will be divided by experience level, ensuring our top British Ice Skating coaches can provide the right learning environment and outcomes for all participants.
What will I learn?
Skate UK Camp:
Skaters will be coached through fundamentals and basic skills, focusing on reenforcing what they have already learned as well as encouraging them to challenge themselves to try new things, giving an intensive boost to their learning journey! Groups will be divided by experience level to ensure everyone is both suitably challenged and supported.
Skate UK Star Camp:
Skaters will be coached through various jumps, spins and steps integral to their learning progression. Our coaches will also aim to give participants new challenges and experiences designed to prepare them for moving forward with their skating journey.
What should bring with me?
For both camps, participants should bring ice skates (these can be rented on the day if you don't own your own!) trainers or other suitable footwear for off-ice activities, and wear suitable clothing (gym-type).
Please also bring any medication (eg. inhalers) as well drinks, snacks and a packed lunch, as these are not provided.
How do I book?
Bookings must be made via our booking system, Sport:80. If you do not already have a Sport:80 account you will need to create one here - there is no cost associated with creating your account.
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