Public Session Schedule:

Weekday Lunchtime Session
Monday and Friday Only 11:30am-1:00pm

York City Residents receive a 50% discount off every program offered with proof of residence. This includes Learn To Skate, Learn To Play Hockey, Birthday Parties, Skate Admission, and Skate Rental

Admission:
Ages 6 and Over- $4.50
Ages 5 and Under- $3.50
Skate Rental: $2.50

Evening and Weekend Schedule
Wednesday Night Family Skate 7:00-8:30pm   
Free skate rental! Puck Shooting Contest!

Friday-                     7:30-9:30pm                     Rock n' Sk8! (see dates below)
Saturday-                1:00-3:45pm                     Games and prizes!
Saturday-                7:30-9:30pm                     Games and prizes!
Sunday-                   1:45-3:45pm                     Games and prizes!

Admission:
Ages 6 and Over- $6.50
Ages 5 and Under- $4.50
Skate Rental: $2.50

Rock n' Sk8
2/25, last Rock n' SK8 until September so come on out!

Gift Cards
Gift Cards Available for Any Amount Over $10.00
They can be used at the Ticket Booth or Snack Bar
(More money may not be placed on the card)

To purchase, please see the Shift Supervisor at the Front Desk

You purchase the debit card and the kids can buy their own skating admission, drinks and food. You decide the amount!
Any dollar amount over $5.00 can be placed on a card.
Parents can get cards placed on their account for all of their children.
The bonus is the card-holder can put more money in their card account at any time!

• May be used at the Ticket Booth or Snack Bar
• Purchases made using the debit card must be at least $1.00.
• You cannot receive cash back from the card.
• You can put money in the account at any time.
• You can add other family members to your account, each with their own card, but pulling from the same account.
• A limit can be placed on the amount that each cardholder can spend.
• Remember your card number.
• If you want to put money in the account but you’ve forgotten your card- no problem! Just give us your card # and we can perform the transaction. (We will need to verify that you are the cardholder for the transaction to take place.)
• Parents can track what their kids are purchasing and how much they are spending- Just ask in the Ticket booth, Pro-shop or ask the Shift Supervisor.
• Cards should be kept in a secure place like any debit card to ensure that no one else can get access your account.
• If you lose the card, we will remove that card from inventory and provide you with a new card for your account.
• Only those who joined as a YCRC Member in 2001 or as part of the 2003 and 2004 Summer Day Camp receive the Member Discount with their card.

Please See a Shift Supervisor to Open a Debit Account

Group lessons offer an excellent introduction to skating and provide a foundation for fun that will last a lifetime. This is an ISI (Ice Skating Institute) standardized Learn to Skate Program.

Appropriate for ages 3 and up and all levels of ability.

Saturdays from 11:15am-12:45pm
OR
Wednesdays from 5:15pm-6:45pm
• ½ Hour Lesson and ½ Hour Practice for Each Participant
• Skate rental is available at no extra charge.
• Certificates are awarded upon completion of each level.
• Badges are available for those who become members of ISI (Ice Skating Institute)
• Optional Annual I.S.I Membership for $10.00

Lessons are taught by The York City Ice Arena Skating Director Elsa Swenning and skating instructors from The White Rose Figure Skating Club.

I.S.I. Skating Levels:
Tots - Ages 3-5, Students learn to feel comfortable on the ice, to stand and fall properly
Pre-Alpha(Beginner) - For skaters who walk on skates. Teaches gliding and balancing on each foot.
Alpha (Advanced Beginner) - Forward stroking, forward crossovers, and snowplow stop.
Beta (Intermediate) - Backward stroking, backward crossovers, and T stop.
Gamma (Advanced Intermediate) - Outside forward 3 turns, mohawk, and hockey stop.
Delta (Advanced) - Inside forward 3 turns, forward edges, lunge, and bunny hops.
Freestyle I - Basic spins, jumps, and footwork.

Learn to Skate Gift Certificates
How often can you give someone a life-long skill as a gift. Perfect for the aspiring figure skater, hockey player or for someone who wants to have fun learning a new activity!

Registrations Must Be Taken Before the First Day of Class

To Register:

Print your Learn to Skate registration card and bring it in

OR

Please stop by the York City Ice Arena Office. For More Information, Please Call 717-848-1084 and press “0” for the Shift Supervisor.

All Participants Must Register, Pay and
Sign the Waiver Before the First Class

Session 3

$80 for 8 weeks

Wednesdays (1/6, 1/13, 1/20, 2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24, 3/3) No class on 1/27 5:15pm to 6:45pm

Saturdays (1/9, 1/16, 1/23, 2/6, 2/13, 2/20, 2/27, 3/6) No class on 1/30 11:15am to 12:45pm

Session 4

$80 for 8 weeks

Wednesdays (3/10, 3/17, 3/24, 3/31, 4/7, 4/14, 4/21, 4/28) 5:15pm to 6:45pm

Saturdays (3/13, 3/20, 3/27, 4/3, 4/10, 4/17, 4/24, 5/1) 11:15am to 12:45pm

Session 5

$70 for 7 weeks

Wednesdays (5/5, 5/12, 5/19, 6/2, 6/9, 6/16, 6/23) No class on 5/26 5:15pm to 6:45pm

Saturdays (5/8, 5/15, 5/22, 6/5, 6/12, 6/19, 6/26) No class on 5/29 11:15am to 12:45pm

Spring Ice Show will be held on 4/25/10 open to all session 4 students  

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Home School Lessons
Ideal for children in the Home School program. Can be used as a Phys Ed requirement.

Adult Lessons
Ideal for Adults 18 and Over who prefer to take a Group Lesson with other adults and a small # of participants.

Both Lessons are Held:
Mondays 10:00-11:00AM
• Sign Up the Day of the Class. Register Any Time
• Skate Rental is Available at No Additional Charge
Cost: $10 Per Class

Children and Siblings May Drop-In During the Home-School and Adult Lesson to skate for $3.00

*Those participating in Home School Lessons may skate for free during the Lunch Time Public Skating Session on Monday.

Scout Groups, Church Groups, and York City Youth Organizations receive a special group rate, please contact Jen Patterson for more information.

Please call ahead to check for availability and to book your group. Contact Jen Patterson by email or by calling 717-848-1084 ext. 109.

Any non-profit organization can "sponsor" a public session to raise money for their group or program. (Proof of non-profit required)

Any Saturday Session- 1:00-3:45pm
or Sunday Session 1:45-3:45pm
Tickets- $8 for admission and skates

How it Works?
Your group selects a date to "sponsor" the session and then it's your job to "Pack the Place". The sponsoring group receives a percentage of the tickets they've sold.

The Ice Arena will create the tickets your group to sell. The event should be schedule with enough time for the tickets to be created and provided to your group to sell.

Your group is responsible for selling tickets. On the day of the event, you return your unsold tickets and money collected to the arena. The arena will provide your organization with your percentage of the ticket sales as shown below.

Group Size: 0-50- You receive 20% or up to $70
Group Size: 51-100- You receive 25% or up to $175
Group Size: 101-150- You receive 30% or up to $315
Group Size: 151-200- You receive 35% or up to $490
Group Size: 201-250- You receive 40% or up to $700
Group Size: 251-300- You receive 45% or up to $945

The session is still open to the general public.
If you elect to do a raffle or door prizes, the arena will provide a table and chairs as well as a donation of 2 gift certificates.

• Pack the Place Program is low effort and risk free


• Group members experience a fun activity while raising money for the group

For more information, please contact Jen Patterson at 717.848.1084, ext 109

Birthday Parties can be held during any public session

New Birthday Party Packages!
(Minimum of 10 Guests Required)

To reserve a birthday party please call Jen Patterson @ 717.848.1084 ext 109
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All figure skating programs are conducted through The White Rose Figure Skating Club

For club memberships and information contact club President
Denny Enfield 717-755-3011

For private lessons contact Elsa Swenning at 717-848-1084 ext 110

Special Olympics:
Classes run from October through March. Composed of 24 skating members, the York Area Special Olympics Ice Skating group is the largest competing Special Olympics program in the U.S. For information, please contact Linda Huber at the figure skating office for eligibility and details- 717-848-1084, ext. 110.