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FALL LEARN TO SKATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOW AVAILABLE!
CLICK HERE FOR DATES/TIMES AND TO SIGN UP!

The Learn to Skate program is offered throughout the year. There are five separate sessions, each running from 8–10 weeks. The skating year is September 1 – August 31 of the following year.

To register for the current session, click the Register Now link above and mail in the form, or stop by the arena in person.

The Basic Skills program offered at the Iorio Arena is a beginners ice skating program available to all ages. There are five varieties of skating classes, each with its own focus.

To learn more about the arena, click here.

Space is limited and enrollment is on a first come, first serve basis so get your application in today! Reserve your spot now!

Be Prepared
All skaters are required to wear a helmet (either a hockey or bike helmet) and warm clothing such as mittens, water repellant pants, and a jacket. Skaters must also have their own pair of ice skates (figure or hockey only – no double runners).

Two easy ways to register!
Click Here to print out the registration form. Fill it out and bring it by the Arena, or mail it along with a check to:

Iorio Arena
P.O. Box 227
Walpole, MA 02081

Questions?
Contact the Program Director
Caryn Sylvestre
caryn@iorioarena.com
(401) 474-9036

Caryn Sylvestre
LTS Director

Education & Personal
+ Graduate of Assumption College Worcester, MA 1999
+ Bachelor of Arts, Social Rehabilitation
+ Bachelor of Fine Arts
+ Early Childhood Educator for 10 years~Nominated “Who’s Who” among American Educators 2006
+ Member of USFSA, ISI and PSA
+ Caryn and her husband Marc reside in Uxbridge, MA. They have one child, Jacob.

Coaching Experience
+ Director of Iorio Arena’s Learn to skate program 2005-present
+ Coached learn to skate for 14 years//Director of the TOTS program 2 years
+ Coaches competitors from Basic Skills-Adult
+ Head Coach for 2 Nationally Recognized USFSA Synchronized Skating Teams 2000-2002
+ Head Coach for ISI Nationally Recognized teams 1998-2002
+ Assistant Director for various ice shows
+ wenty years of skating experience as both and amateur and a professional
Current Programs

Kids

This program provides the child with a 25 minute lesson from one of our skating instructors as well as 25 minutes of practice skating time in which the child can work on their individual skating skills.

The class sizes range from 6-10 children per class. The skater will develop various skating skills and at the end of the session they will be tested on that level.

Please Note:
All skaters must be 4 yrs old by December 1, 2007. Children registered in the program will be the only ones allowed on the ice.

Adults

This program is designed for recreational adult skaters interested in improving their skating skills. The program promotes physical fitness and improves balance and coordination while learning proper skating techniques. There will be a 25 minute group lesson with one of our instructors, followed by 25 minutes of practice time.

Please Note:
Adult programs will only be offered at 10am during the Winter and Spring sessions.

Tots

This program is available to children ages 4-6. The class sizes are typically smaller in the tots program, allowing for more one on one time for the skater. The class consists of a 25 minute lesson from one of our instructors, followed by 25 minutes of practice time.

Please Note:
Parents are only allowed on the ice after their tots lesson. This is the only program where parents can skate with their tot.

Private Lessons

Private Lessons are available for levels Basic 6 / Delta and higher on Wednesday Afternoons from 4:10pm - 5:00pm or during the morning 11am-12:20pm.

All lessons are at the state of the art Iorio Arena. For cost and schedule please contact the Director:

Caryn Sylvestre
caryn@iorioarena.com
(401) 474-9036