Check Bemidji Community Arena website for the most up to date open skate sessions.

Yes! We have classes all year-round with the exception of our Ice Explorers class. This class will be offered April through December (subject to change based on enrollment and staffing).

Rinks are chilly so dress them in layers of comfortable warm clothing that allow for movement. Always remember gloves or mittens. Hats and safety approved helmets are highly recommended for all children.

You can invest in your own equipment any time. Ask for advice on finding reputable pro shops in your area.

Yes, however figure skates usually conform to the foot of the owner so be sure they are fitted properly before spending too much money on something that might not be right for your skater.

Tie your skates from the toes up through the bottom hooks and lace them looser as you progress to the top hooks to provide for enough circulation and appropriate ankle flexibility.

Be on time and prepared for your lessons, encourage your skater to practice and be positive! If your child enters a competition, remember to teach them good sportsmanship regardless of the result.

Practice and dedication are keys to success. The rule of thumb is to practice 2-3 times for every lesson if possible. Practice = progress!

Join a club to make friends, go to competitions, perform in ice shows and exhibitions and take skating tests. It's a blast!

Yes. You will find our Club Bylaws, Home Club Policies, and Codes of Conduct under the About Us tab. You will find our Volunteer Policy under the Volunteer tab.

The test structure is a ladder of proficiency tests designed to encourage skill development and measure skill mastery.

Group lessons are a great way to learn essential skating elements, but you can hire a coach for supplemental or regular private lessons at any time.

Some things to look for in a coach are personality, teaching style, teaching experience, skating background and technical know how.

Skaters can compete at every level, even basic skills. To find an event near you, do an event search on the internet (example: EntryEeze), check the rink's bulletin board or ask your skating director.

No, we also teach skating skills that can help with hockey, speed skating, or just recreational skating for youth, teens, and adults.

Contact our Learn to Skate Director – LearnToSkate@BemidjiFigureSkatingClub.com

Contact our Ice Show Director – IceShowDirector@BemidjiFigureSkatingClub.com

For ice bills, contact our treasurer – Treasurer@BemidjiFigureSkatingClub.com; For private lessons bills – contact your private lesson coach.

See our list of approved coaches and their contact information under the Coaches tab. You can contact the coach of your choice.

ALWAYS start with your primary coach.

Membership & Nominating, Rules & Document Review, Testing, Competition, Synchronized Skating, Ice Show, Public Relations (PR), Fundraising, Learn to Skate, Ice (Schedule), Grievance, or Strategic Planning & Financial Stability - Contact our secretary – Secretary@BemidjiFigureSkatingClub.com

President@BemidjiFigureSkatingClub.com; VicePresident@BemidjiFigureSkatingClub.com; Secretary@BemidjiFigureSkatingClub.com; Treasurer@BemidjiFigureSkatingClub.com; LearnToSkate@BemidjiFigureSkatingClub.com; Committee information is available in the Bylaws under the About Us tab and at our annual meeting in September. Please reach out to the board of directors if you would like to be involved in our program, are interested in signing up for a committee, or being a board member.