National Skating Month 2025
Getting the most out of your skating lesson
A one-page tip sheet from U.S. Figure Skating's National Skating Month: arriving early, skates that fit and how to lace them, what to wear, and asking questions when you're not sure. Click or tap the sheet to see it full size.
Before your next lesson
Our guides for adults taking lessons, from the first class to choosing a coach.
Your first skating lesson checklist
Which class to book, what to wear and what to bring to your first lesson.
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How to choose a figure skating coach
Start at your rink: how to find and choose a coach as an adult skater.
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Understanding ice time
Public, freestyle and adult sessions, and what each one is for.
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What to pack in your skating bag
What to bring to practice, from guards and soakers to a towel for your blades.
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