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Southern Wisconsin Skating School offers a progressive curriculum that starts with non- skaters through advanced levels of skating, i.e. recreational, figure, hockey and speed skating - tots through adults.
Basic 4 and above have 45 minute classes; the first 15 minutes will be devoted to edge work, power and technique.
snowplow through basic 3 has 30 minute classes and 45 minutes of supervised practice. Parents and skaters use this time to interact with instructors in a non structured environment for questions and helpful tips for their children. A fun profitable time for all.
About our Junior Club/Bridge Program
Do you want to advance your figure skating at a faster rate? Join the "Junior Club Bridge Program".
Eligible Skaters are non Club Members from class levels Basic 4 - FS-6. Junior club will meet for one hour on the Club Free Style ice Mondays 5:15-6:15 at a special rate. They will receive a semi private lesson for 1/2 hour and then will practice on their own for the remaining 1/2 hour. Junior Club membership is limited to 2 skaters/hour. Junior Club members gat a taste of a real free style session and skate along with the Club Members on ice exclusive to the SWFSC members. Junior Club Membership is good for one school Season; September 2018 through April 2019. Junior Club meets for 6 Mondays during each session of this school year. Junior Club members can participate in the Shows with the Club members as well as receive a certificate for Junior club Membership and can purchase any of the Club Exclusive SWFSC apparel.
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Benefits of Southern Wisconsin Skating School
*Camaraderie through event participation with all in our SWSS and SWFSC Skaters!
* SWSS is a member of USFS Accredited Learn to Skate Program which is universally endorsed by USA Hockey and US Speed Skating. Protocols for class procedure advancement through levels of increasing difficulty and techniques are in accordance wit

Take a trial class lesson to determine what this skating is all about. You may come any Saturday during the session. To schedule a lesson contact Alice: email: wentworth_alice@rocketmail.com or 608-445-1935

Eligible Skaters: Six years and under. No previous experience on the ice.

A. Sit and stand up with skates on – off-ice
B. Sit and stand up – on-ice
C. March in place
D. March forward (8-10 steps)
E. March, then glide on two feet
F. Dip in place

Prerequisite: Having passed Snowplow Sam 1.
A. March followed by a long glide
B. Dip while moving
C. Backward walking, toes turned inward,
shifting weight (4-6 steps)
D. Backward wiggles (6 in a row)
E. Forward swizzles (2-3 in a row)
F. Beginning snowplow stop motion – in place or
holding onto barrier
G. Two-foot hop, in place (optional)

Prerequisite: Having passed Snowplow Sam 2.
A. Forward skating (8-10 strides)
B. Forward one-foot glide, two times
skater’s height (R and L)
C. Forward swizzles (4-6 in a row)
D. Backward swizzles (2-3 in a row)
E. Moving forward snowplow stop (two-foot)
F. Curves

Prerequisite: Having passed Snowplow Sam 3.
NOTE: Based on the age and ability of the child after completion of Snowplow Sam 3, the sakter can successfully advance to Basic 2 or Hockey 2, or progress to Snowplow Sam 4.
A. Forward skating
B. Backward two-foot glide, length of skater’s height
C. Backward swizzles (4-6 in a row)
D. Rocking horse – one forward, one backward
swizzle, repeat twice
E. Two-foot turns from forward to backward,
in place (both directions)
F. Two-foot hop, in place

Ages 7 and up. Introductory level class for those students who have never had lessons or students who have never skated. Skills taught.
A. Sit on ice and stand up
B. March forward across the ice
C. Forward two-foot glide
D. Dip
E. Forward swizzles — 6–8 in a row
F. Backward wiggles — 6–8 in a row
G. Beginning snowplow stop on two feet
or one foot
«Bonus skill: Two-foot hop in place

Pre-requisite having passed Basic 1

A. Scooter pushes — R and L
B. Forward one-foot glides — R and L
C. Backward two-foot glide — Glide the
length of skater’s height
D. Rocking Horse (one forward swizzle,
one backward swizzle) — Repeat twice
E. Backward swizzles — 6–8 in a row
F. Two-foot turns from forward to
backward in place — clockwise and
counterclockwise
G. Moving snowplow stop
«Bonus skill: Curves

Pre-requisite; Passed Basic 2
Arrive at 11:15 AM
A. Beginning forward stroking showing
correct use of blade
B. Forward half swizzle pumps on a
circle — 6–8 consecutive clockwise and
counterclockwise
C. Moving forward to backward twofoot
turns on a circle — clockwise and
counterclockwise
D. Beginning backward one-foot glides —
focus on balance
E. Backward snowplow stop — R and L
F. Forward slalom
«Bonus skill: Forward pivots - clockwise
and counterclockwise

Prerequisite: Passed Basic Skills 3 - Students in this class are recommended to have their own appropriate quality skates. SWFSC has many excellent quality used boys and girls figure skates at a nominal fee. Contact Sue Cooke sue_cook@charter.net.
A. Forward outside edge on a circle — R and L
B. Forward inside edge on a circle — R and L
C. Forward crossovers — clockwise and
counterclockwise
D. Backward half swizzle pumps
on a circle — clockwise and
counterclockwise
E. Backward one-foot glides — R and L
F. Beginning two-foot spin — Up to two
revolutions
«Bonus skill: Forward lunges — both legs

Pre-requisite: Passes Basic Skills 4.
Students in this class are recommended to have their own appropriate quality skates. SWFSC has many excellent quality used boys and girls figure skates at a nominal fee. Contact Sue Cooke sue_cook@charter.net.
Forward outside edge on a circle — R and L
B. Backward inside edge on a circle — R and L
C. Backward crossovers — clockwise and
counterclockwise
D. Forward outside three-turn — R and L
E. Advanced two-foot spin — 4–6
G. Hockey stop — both directions
«Bonus skill: Side toe hop — R and L
Students in this class are recommended to have their own or a 6 months rental of appropriate quality skates. Crossovers pro shop at Madison Ice Arena fits and sells or provides a 6-month rental of the appropriate skate at affordable prices.

Pre-requisite: having passed Basic 5.
Students in this class are recommended to have their own appropriate quality skates. SWFSC has many excellent quality used boys and girls figure skates at a nominal fee. Contact Sue Cooke sue_cook@charter.net. For new proper quality skates contact rink manager, Dave Patton: mcfarlandice@gmail.com
A. Forward inside three-turn — R and L
B. Moving backward to forward twofoot
turn on a circle — clockwise and
counterclockwise
C. Backward stroking
D. Beginning one-foot spin — 2–4
revolutions, optional free leg position
and entry
E. T-stops – R and L
F. Bunny hop
G. Forward spiral on a straight line — R
or L
«Bonus skill: Shoot the duck — R or L

Students in Baic 4 Thrgh Freeskate 6 are recommended to have their own or a 6 months rental of appropriate quality skates. High quality used skates at a reasonable price can be purchased through SWFSC. Contact Sue Cooksue_cook@charter.net. For new proper quality skates contact rink manager, Dave Patton: mcfarlandice@gmail.com

Skating Skills:
A. Forward inside open mohawk from a
standstill position (R to L and L to R)
B. Backward crossovers to a backward outside
edge glides (landing position), clockwise
and counterclockwise
C. Backward outside edge to a forward outside edge transition, clockwise and
counterclockwise
D. Two forward crossovers into a forward inside mohawk, step down and cross
behind, step into one backward crossover and step to a forward inside edge,
clockwise and counterclockwise
Spins:
E. One-foot upright spin, optional entry and free-foot position (minimum three
revolutions)
Jumps:
F. Mazurka (R and L)
G. Waltz jump
«Bonus Skill: Backward inside pivots, clockwise and counterclockwise

Requirements: Must Have Passed Pre-Free Skate
Skating Skills:
A. Forward power stroking,
clockwise and counterclockwise
B. Basic forward outside and forward inside
consecutive edges (four to six consecutive
edges)
C. Backward outside three-turns (R and L)
Spin:
D. Upright spin, entry from back crossovers (min. four to six revolutions)
Jumps:
E. Half flip
F. Toe loop
«Bonus Skill: Waltz jump-side toe hop-waltz jump sequence, or waltz jump ballet jump-toe loop sequence

Students in Baic 4 Thrgh Freeskate 6 are recommended to have their own or a 6 months rental of appropriate quality skates. For high quality used skates at a reasonable price can b purchased through SWFSC contact Sue Cook- sue_cook@charter.net. For new proper quality skates contact rink manager, Dave Patton: mcfarlandice@gmail.com

More advanced skating skills including more advanced jumps and spins. Skaters at this level are encouraged to have proper skates to insure safety and advancement. High quality used skates can be purchased through the SWFSC. Contact Sue Cook -
sue_cook@charter.net. For new proper quality skates contact rink manager, Dave Patton: mcfarlandice@gmail.com

Pre-requisite: having passed Free Skate 2
Skating Skills:
A. Alternating backward crossovers to back outside
edges – Four sets
B. Alternating mohawk/crossover sequence (R
to L and L to R)
C. Waltz three-turns (forward outside three
turn, backward outside edge glide),
clockwise and counterclockwise
Spin:
D. Advanced back spin with free foot in crossed leg position (min. three revolutions)
Jumps:
E. Loop jump
F. Waltz jump-toe loop or Salchow-toe loop combination
«Bonus Skill: Toe step sequence, skater’s choice, using a variety of toe steps
Students in this class are recommended to have their own proper quality figure skates. High Quality used figure skates at affordable prices can be purchased through the SWFSC. Contact Sue Cook;
sue_cook@charter.net.

Pre-requisite: having passes Free skate 3

Skating Skills:
A. Forward power three-turns (R and L), 3 sets each
B. Waltz eight, clockwise and counterclockwise
Spins:
C. Forward upright spin to backward upright spin
(3 revs., each foot)
D. Sit spin (minimum three revolutions)
Jumps:
E. Half loop
F. Flip
«Bonus Skill: Split jump, stag jump or split falling leaf
Students in Baic 4 Thrgh Freeskate 6 are recommended to have their own or a 6 months rental of appropriate quality skates. For high quality used skates at a reasonable price can b purchased through SWFSC contact Sue Cook sue_cook@charter.net. For new proper quality skates contact rink manager, Dave Patton: mcfarlandice@gmail.com

Pre-requisite: having passed Free Skate 4
Skating Skills:
A. Backward outside three-turn, mohawk
(backward power three-turns), clockwise
and counterclockwise
B. Five-step mohawk sequence, clockwise and
counterclockwise
Spins:
C. Camel spin (minimum three revolutions)
Jumps:
D. Waltz jump-loop jump combination
E. Lutz jump
«Bonus Skill: Loop-loop combination
Students in Baic 4 Thrgh Freeskate 6 are recommended to have their own or a 6 months rental of appropriate quality skates. For high quality used skates at a reasonable price can b purchased through SWFSC contact Sue Cook . New skates can be purchased through the rink Manager Dave Patton @

Pre-requisite: Having Passed Free Skate 5
Skating Skills:
A. Forward power pulls (R and L)
B. Creative step sequence, skater’s choice, using a
variety of three-turns, mohawks and toe steps
Spins:
C. Camel-sit spin combination (minimum two
revolutions each position)
D. Layback or attitude spin or cross-foot spin
(three revolutions)
Jumps:
E. Waltz jump-half loop-Salchow jump sequence
F. Axel
«Bonus Skill: Backward outside pivot, entry optional.
Students in Baic 4 Thrgh Freeskate 6 are recommended to have their own or a 6 months rental of appropriate quality skates. For high quality used skates at a reasonable price can b purchased through SWFSC contact Sue Cook sue_cook@charter.net. For new proper quality skates contact rink manager, Dave Patton: mcfarlandice@gmail.com

Prerequisite: Having Passed Hockey 2 or Snowplow 4 (6 years and under) or Basic 3
Necessary equipment:
• Hockey skates
• HECC Approved Hockey Helmet
A. Lateral crossover march (both directions)
B. Forward C-Cuts (1/2 swizzle pumps) on a circle, both directions
C. Forward outside edges on half circles
(large C’s), alternating feet on the short
or long axis of the rink
D. Forward inside edges on half circles
(large C’s), alternating feet on the short
or long axis of the rink
E. Backward C-Cuts (1/2 swizzle pumps)
on a circle, both directions
F. Backward snowplow stops: One foot and two feet V-stop
G. One-foot moving snowplow stop
(Right and Left), introduce 1/4 turn with hips to hockey stop

Pre-requisite having passed Hockey 3.

Necessary equipment:
• Hockey skates
• HECC Approved Hockey Helmet
Techniques taught:
A. Quick starts using forward V-Start
B. Backward one-foot glide, right and left
C. Forward Crossover glides (clockwise and counter-clockwise). Hold feet in crossed positon for 2 counts
D. Backward Crossover glides (clockwise and counter-clockwise). Hold feet in
crossed positon for 2 counts
E. Forward Crossovers on circle, clockwise
and counterclockwise (4-6 each)
F. Backward crossovers on circle, clockwise and counterclockwise (4-6 each)
G. Hockey Stops (stopping to the left and to the right, with speed)
«Bonus Skill: Forward to backward Mohawk pivots (both directions, right and left) from powerful, full strides

For siblings/friends not currently enrolled in a class who would like to skate during class time on the practice area. $5.00/ day, walk on. YOU MUST SIGN THE WAIVER. Parents of enrolled skaters are free. YOU MUST SIGH THE WAIVER at the registration desk before taking to the ice.

Prerequisite:Adult
A. Forward stroking using the blade
properly (begin with repetitive one-foot
pushes)
B. Forward half-swizzle pumps on the
circle; 6 to 8 in a row, clockwise and
counterclockwise
C. Moving forward to backward and
backward to forward two-foot turn on a
circle, clockwise and counterclockwise
D. Backward skating into a long two-foot glide
E. Forward chasses on a circle, clockwise
and counterclockwise
F. Backward snowplow stop, R and L

Interested in accelerating your Figure Skating? Join the “Junior Club” “bridge” program so that you can "try out" figure skating on the Club's Freestyle ice with a semi private lesson.

Junior Club Eligibility: Basic 4 –Freeskate 6
Mondays: 5:15-6:15 PM or 6:30-7:30 PM. Skaters will receive 1/2 hour semi-private lesson, then use the other 1/2 hour for practice.

Cost for Junior Club: Six club ice hours + Six 1/2 hour semi-private lessons. $120.00. January:22,29;February 5,12,19,29.
Junior club skaters may also skate on any of the Club's contract ice hours with a coach of their choice. More information contact Alice Wentworth - wentworth_alice@rocketmail.com

Edges and turns development

Every other week starting Dec 8th.

Hurt foot; giving credit for session one and applying to session II

Mike registered for session III instead of two rather than give a refund we are adjusting the session 2 registration so that he has no refund; credit etc.