The Aspire Program is bridge between Learn-to-Skate classes and Contract Ice.
It is designed to bridge the gap between Learn-to-Skate and more advanced figure skating pathways. Following the Learn2Skate schedule throughout the year, Aspire helps skaters strengthen skills, build confidence, and connect with the broader figure skating community.
Once skaters pass Basic 6 in Learn2Skate, they move into the Aspire Pathway. Skaters who have passed Basic 5 may also participate in the Aspire2Grow class (see below).
Program benefits:
- Smooth transition from Learn2Skate to advanced training on Contract Ice
- Builds strength, technique, and artistry on and off the ice
- Introduces a variety of figure skating disciplines
- Offers family support through parent education sessions
The Aspire program has three components:
- Aspire2Grow
- Aspire Variety
- Parent information meetings
Aspire Program
Basic 5 and up (including contract skaters)
Prerequisite: Basic 5
Aspire2Grow
Open to skaters who have passed Basic 5 and above.
Aspire2Grow is the learning component of the program and includes off-ice and on-ice training.
Off-ice training: Focuses on physical conditioning, flexibility, and strength to support on-ice performance.
On-ice training: Builds skating skills, introduces new techniques, and prepares skaters for the transition to higher-level training.
Parent Meetings are held during the off-ice training
This time is used to pass on information and answer questions about the next steps in skating—contract ice, testing, competitions, and staying involved in the skating community.
Aspire Variety
Open to skaters who have passed Basic 6 and above (Basic 5 skaters are not eligible for this class).
This class gives skaters the chance to explore different figure skating disciplines, including synchronized skating, ice dance, and theater (Skate2Stage). It helps prepare skaters for contract ice, testing, and competition success.
Ice Show
Participants in Fall and Winter sessions are invited to participate in our annual ice show in an Aspire-specific number.
Aspire Synchro Class
Synchronized Skating On-Ice Class
Pre-Free Skate and up
Prerequisite: Basic 6
This class is for skaters who want to try synchronized skating. We will be learning about circles, lines, blocks, wheels and intersections as well as working on good basic skating skills. We will also work on the Synchro Badges of the U.S. Figure Skating Basic Skills Program. During the Winter Session, the class skates as our Aspire team.
Skaters should be passed at least Basic 6 or have a coach’s recommendation. There is no age minimum or maximum. For more information on our synchronized skating teams, see the Rhythm & Blades Teams page.
Please note: The Aspire Synchro schedule does not always match the Learn2Skate schedule. The actual dates are listed in the class schedules below.