Thank you for your interest in our Learn to Skate Classes held at the JSBIA!

Our goal is to introduce as many people as possible to the great recreational sport of skating, both hockey and figure.

The program is designed for skaters from the beginner through advanced levels. Kids and adults will be learning the FUN-damentals of the sport, which will improve their balance, agility, turning, stopping, and confidence. Whether your goal is to achieve Olympic fame, or simply enjoy the recreational benefits of skating, our program is for you!

Brand new skate rentals are available at the rink and are included! We highly recommend that you use these skates to get started.

The classes include a twenty-minute group lesson and thirty-minutes of practice time. All skaters ages 7 and under MUST WEAR A BIKE HELMET. Don't forget to dress warm, gloves are a must. New skaters can join at any time.

Don't be left out of the FUN at our new arena. Learn to skate from Western New York's Premier Professional Coaching Staff at the Wyse and van den Berg Skating Academy.

Email or call Wyse & van den Berg Skating Academy - 716-664-6609

The objectives of the program are:

To provide a fun and safe skating experience for the beginner as well as the more advanced skater To teach correct technique of the basic elements of skating To develop a finer degree of coordination and balance To promote physical fitness To have fun