{"id":1058,"date":"2021-05-27T17:25:04","date_gmt":"2021-05-28T00:25:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sdice.com\/embed\/?page_id=1058"},"modified":"2026-02-26T10:50:23","modified_gmt":"2026-02-26T18:50:23","slug":"figure-skating-programs-and-sessions","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/sdice.com\/embed\/figure-skating-programs-and-sessions\/","title":{"rendered":"Figure Skating Programs and Sessions"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_0 et_pb_section et_pb_fullwidth_section et_section_regular et_block_section\"><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_section_1 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section preset--module--divi-section--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_row_0 et_pb_row et_block_row\"><div class=\"et_pb_column_0 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_accordion_0 et_pb_accordion et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-accordion--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_0 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_open et_block_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">Dont use this tab<\/h5><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_1 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_block_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">Freestyle Sessions<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content\"><p><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\u00a0A freestyle session is ice time specifically designated for competitive figure skaters and allows more serious figure skaters a chance to practice their individual programs to music and to elevate their skills with advanced moves such as spins and jumps.<\/span><span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>\u00a0Morning freestyle skaters are expected to be at the Freestyle 3 level or higher. Afternoon freestyle skaters should be a strong<br \/>Gamma or Delta level.\u00a0Please look over our current Freestyle Schedule for more information. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/apps.dashplatform.com\/pr\/dash\/x\/#\/online\/sdia\/login\" class=\"u-active-none u-border-none u-btn u-button-style u-hover-none u-none u-text-palette-1-base u-btn-1\">On Dash - Schedule<\/a><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/sdice.com\/embed\/freestyle-sessions\/\"><strong>View\u00a0 Freestyle Sessions here\u00a0<\/strong><\/a><span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"_04xlpA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"><strong><span class=\"JsGRdQ\">Prices:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"JsGRdQ white-space-prewrap\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"_04xlpA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"><span class=\"JsGRdQ\">Walk on = $13.00<\/span><span class=\"JsGRdQ white-space-prewrap\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"_04xlpA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"><span class=\"JsGRdQ\">15 half sessions = $110.00 ($7.33 per session)<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"_04xlpA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"><span class=\"JsGRdQ\">30 half sessions = $210.00 ($7.00 per session)<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"_04xlpA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"><span class=\"JsGRdQ\">6 full sessions = $75.00 ($12.50 per session)<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"_04xlpA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"><span class=\"JsGRdQ\">15 full sessions = $180.00 ($12.00 per session)<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"_04xlpA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"><span class=\"JsGRdQ\">30 full sessions = $330.00 ($11.00 per session)<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"_04xlpA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"><span class=\"JsGRdQ\">100 full sessions = $1050.00<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"_04xlpA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"><span class=\"JsGRdQ\">($10.50 per session)<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"_04xlpA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"><span class=\"JsGRdQ\">1\/2 sessions can be purchased by skaters needing extra time on a session to finish a lesson.<span class=\"JsGRdQ white-space-prewrap\"> <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"_04xlpA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"><span class=\"JsGRdQ\">All sessions are 45min in length except Mon. 2:10pm, 3:10pm &amp; Tues 6:00am are 60 min.<span class=\"JsGRdQ white-space-prewrap\"> <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"_04xlpA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"><span class=\"JsGRdQ\">Thurs 9:45am is a dance session but will now be open to freestyle skaters. Freestyle skaters are asked to give priority to the dancers.<span class=\"JsGRdQ white-space-prewrap\"> <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"_04xlpA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"><span class=\"JsGRdQ\">*Prices and times are subject to change without notice<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_2 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_block_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">Private Lessons<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content\"><div class=\"u-accordion-item\">\n<div class=\"u-accordion-pane u-container-style u-shape-rectangle u-accordion-pane-2 u-accordion-active\" id=\"accordion-4c47\" aria-labelledby=\"link-accordion-4c47\">\n<div class=\"u-container-layout u-container-layout-2\">\n<div class=\"fr-view u-clearfix u-rich-text u-text u-text-2\">\n<p>A private lesson is a great way to get one on one instruction for either the recreational or competitive skater. Private Lessons can be taken in conjunction with the Learn to Skate Classes to help master the skills from each class or can be taken independently if you want to advance your skills. They can help cultivate &amp; sharpen a new skill, help you to advance and prepare for Regional and National level competitions<\/p>\n<p>CHOOSING A COACH. Our coaches are highly qualified instructors who specialize in all areas from the beginner through Olympic level of training.<br \/>We encourage you to observe our professional staff 'in action' and review their biographies here on the site. Generally, skaters initially become acquainted with our coaches when they participate in 'group' classes. Coaches set their own schedules and lesson lengths vary from 15 to 60 minutes. There are two levels of coaches at SDIA:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Junior Coach (specializing in beginner skaters)<\/li>\n<li>Senior Coach (specializing in beginner through advanced levels)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u2018<a class=\"u-active-none u-border-none u-btn u-button-style u-hover-none u-text-palette-1-base u-btn-2\" href=\"https:\/\/sdice.com\/figureskate\/Coaches.html\"><span>Meet our Instructors<\/span>\u2019<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"u-accordion-item\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_3 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_block_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">Synchronized Skating<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content\"><p>TOGETHER WE ARE ONE. Synchronized skating is the fastest growing part of figure skating \u2013 with the grace of ballet, the elegance of ice dancing and the beauty of pair skating all combined into an amazing group performance on ice. There\u2019s no other sport quite like it: a team of 8-20 athletes skating in unison \u2013 with speed, strength, agility and grace \u2013 in creative programs choreographed to music.<br \/>Synchronized skating is not only captivating to watch, but also compelling in the many ways it benefits young people:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Promotes teamwork and cooperation - Good communication and teamwork are essential for safety and strong performances. The team is judged on how well it skates as a unit, not on the unique performance of individual skaters.<\/li>\n<li>Teaches self-discipline and dedication - Skaters arrive at practice promptly and work hard consistently, week after week.<\/li>\n<li>Encourages individual skill-building - To perform the highly demanding moves required for group formations, a skater must continue to improve and maintain his\/her individual skills.<\/li>\n<li>Builds confidence and self-esteem - Team members experience the thrill of reaching a difficult goal through hard work, determination and cooperation. They feel the\u202fpride\u202fof being recognized for their achievements.<\/li>\n<li>Teaches trust - Skaters learn to trust their teammates to perform their individual roles, for everyone\u2019s safety.<\/li>\n<li>Creates strong friendships - The bonds formed over the years, during team practices and competitions, can last a lifetime.<\/li>\n<li>Promotes good sportsmanship - During competitions, teams and skaters wish each other luck, cheer each other on and exchange congratulations.<\/li>\n<li>Teaches performance, grace and musicality - The experience of performing to music under pressure will benefit skaters in other life situations that require presentation skills<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>SDIA is home to two Synchronized Skating Programs<\/p>\n<p>Team del Sol - the most successful synchronized skating program in the Pacific Coast . Under the direction of Head Coach, Karen Wiesmeier, Team del Sol teams consistently ranks at the top of their respective divisions at the Pacific Coast Sectional Championships and has earned medals at National Championships and International Competitions. Email <a href=\"mailto:tdssynchro@gmail.com\">tdssynchro@gmail.com<\/a> for more information.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/sdice.com\/embed\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/shiningblades-300x124.png\" width=\"300\" height=\"124\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2075 alignnone size-medium\" \/><br \/>Shining Blades - representing the San Diego Figure Skating Club in both U.S. Figure Skating and ISI competitions at the Preliminary and Pre-Juvenile levels. \u00a0Skaters develop strong basics and understanding of the skills needed for advancement in levels and competition with the eventual progression into the Team del Sol program. Email <a href=\"mailto:coaches@shiningblades.org\">coaches@shiningblades.org<\/a> for more information.\u00a0<br \/><span style=\"font-size: large;\"><strong><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_4 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_block_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">Coaching Staff<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content\"><div class=\"u-accordion-item\">\n<div class=\"u-accordion-pane u-container-style u-shape-rectangle u-accordion-pane-4 u-accordion-active\" id=\"accordion-72e4\" aria-labelledby=\"link-accordion-72e4\">\n<div class=\"u-container-layout u-container-layout-4\">\n<div class=\"fr-view u-clearfix u-rich-text u-text u-text-5\">\n<p>Our elite coaching staff is the best around! Exceptionally qualified in a wide array of levels and disciplines to meet your skater\u2019s individual needs. They can take beginners who have never been on the ice before right up through the competitive ranks. There are two levels of coaches here at SDIA<br \/>Junior Coach (specializes in beginner skaters)<br \/>Senior Coach (specializes in beginner through advanced level<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"u-accordion-item\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_5 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_block_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">Moves in the field<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content\"><p>This 6 week workshop will primarily focus on Moves with guest appearances from outside coaches covering loops, \u00a0stroking, and more. \u00a0The 50 min. Off-ice conditioning portion of the workshop will follow directly after the On-ice portion.<br \/>Skaters meet in the front patio matted area.<br \/>The workshop is available for any level of skater who is currently working on their Pre-Preliminary Moves and above.<\/p>\n<p>The Workshops are held on Wednesdays<\/p>\n<p>Dates, Times and Fees to be announced by early June<br \/>(On Ice) \u00a0Wed. 9:45am \u2013 10:30am<\/p>\n<p>(Off Ice) \u00a0Wed \u00a010:40am \u2013 11:30am<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_6 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_block_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">Competitions<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content\"><section class=\"u-align-center u-clearfix u-palette-2-light-3 u-section-4\" id=\"sec-0f0a\">\n<div class=\"u-clearfix u-sheet u-sheet-1\">\n<div class=\"u-accordion u-collapsed-by-default u-expanded-width u-spacing-10 u-accordion-1\">\n<div class=\"u-accordion-item\">\n<div class=\"u-accordion-pane u-container-style u-shape-rectangle u-accordion-pane-7 u-accordion-active\" id=\"accordion-6497\" aria-labelledby=\"link-accordion-6497\">\n<div class=\"u-container-layout u-container-layout-7\">\n<div class=\"fr-view u-align-center u-clearfix u-rich-text u-text u-text-8\">\n<p>San Diego Ice Arena is proud to host both ISI (recreational) and USFS (competitive) competitions. SDIA utilizes the latest technology available (JOT tablet system) to create a modern experience for skaters without sacrificing traditional values. Check out our scheduled competitions below. For additional info Please contact our Figure Director, Wendy Smith (<a class=\"u-active-none u-border-none u-btn u-button-style u-hover-none u-text-palette-1-base u-btn-4\" href=\"mailto:wendy@sdice.com?subject=Figure%20Skating\"><span>Email Wendy<\/span><\/a>).<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/sdice.com\/figureskate\/images\/calstate.jpg\" width=\"109\" class=\"fr-dib fr-fic\" \/><br \/><span>California State Game<\/span>s<br \/>SDIA is the only facility in San Diego to host the California State Games.<br \/>The event is run under the Rules and guidelines of the Ice Skating Institute and takes place the first weekend of March each year.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/sdice.com\/figureskate\/images\/sdiaopen.jpg\" width=\"119\" class=\"fr-dib fr-fic\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span>SDIA Open Championships <strong>\u00a0<br \/><\/strong><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">Each year the San Diego Ice Arena is pleased to host their Inter rink ISI competition.\u00a0<br \/><\/span><span>This event is held toward the end of June<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/sdice.com\/figureskate\/images\/skatelagrande.jpg\" width=\"97\" class=\"fr-dib fr-fic\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span>Skate La Grande\u00a0<strong><br \/><\/strong><\/span><span>SDIA is the host to the yearly Sk. La Grande Competition run by the\u00a0<\/span><span>\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"u-active-none u-border-none u-btn u-button-style u-hover-none u-text-palette-1-base u-btn-5\" href=\"https:\/\/sandiegofsc.org\/\"><span>San Diego Figure Club<\/span><\/a><span>\u00a0<\/span><span>.\u00a0<\/span><br \/><span>\u00a0The event is held in June and is run according to the United States Figure Skating association\u2019s rules and regulations.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/sdice.com\/figureskate\/images\/aa05ddc21bd5ab1019556f234179540f0d68235622fe3208775318c2912b09bc7eec7bcb0917ed7fd90c7c834f4876599ed8c6963806cb78c91bc8_1280.jpg\" width=\"149\" class=\"fr-dib fr-fic\" height=\"139\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span>ISI Competitions<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>These competitions are run in accordance to the Ice Skating Institute\u2019s Rules and guidelines.\u00a0<\/span><br \/><span>These competitions are perfect if you are new to the world of competing and a great stepping stone into the more competitive USFS competitions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/sdice.com\/figureskate\/images\/308ee6d4872c3b7d710e08043d5d406f7056c2fe54c841c325092ce5d2ca7e91545f5f058645487a5af9733ec47794d1276548ff9dabed164b594b_1280.jpg\" class=\"fr-dib fr-fic\" width=\"138\" height=\"95\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span>USFS Competitions<\/span><br \/><span>These competitions are run in accordance to the United States Figure Skating association\u2019s rules and regulations.\u00a0<\/span><br \/><span>Events are held for the Basic Skills through the Senior competitive skater levels. \u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/apps.dashplatform.com\/pr\/dash\/x\/#\/online\/sdia\/programs\/13\/level?facility_ids=1\" class=\"u-btn u-btn-round u-button-style u-custom-color-4 u-hover-palette-1-light-1 u-radius-50 u-btn-6\" data-animation-name=\"flash\" data-animation-duration=\"1000\" data-animation-delay=\"0\" data-animation-direction=\"\">CLICK TO SIGN UP<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_7 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_block_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">Holiday Show<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content\"><p>Every December we are sure to delight you with the San Diego Ice Arena\u2019s Christmas Spectacular! \u00a0<\/p>\n<p>We transform the facility into a Winter Wonderland with spectacular skating, glitzy costumes, great music and superb lighting.<br \/>This is an event not to be missed. The shows feature group numbers from Sdia\u2019s Learn to Skate classes, as well as solos and duets. All ages and abilities are welcome to participate.<\/p>\n<p>For more information <a href=\"https:\/\/sdice.com\/embed\/xmas-show-2024\/\">click here<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/sdice.com\/embed\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Poster-Mockup-2-838x1024.jpg\" width=\"838\" height=\"1024\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-232673 alignnone size-large\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" \/>\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_section_2 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section preset--module--divi-section--default\"><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"page-template-blank.php","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-1058","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/sdice.com\/embed\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1058","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/sdice.com\/embed\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/sdice.com\/embed\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sdice.com\/embed\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sdice.com\/embed\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1058"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/sdice.com\/embed\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1058\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":233239,"href":"https:\/\/sdice.com\/embed\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1058\/revisions\/233239"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/sdice.com\/embed\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1058"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}