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Athlete Centered Skating is based at The Skating Club of Boston in Norwood, MA.

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Assessment

We provide assessments for both competitive figure skaters and beginners.

Assessment for competitive figure skaters (preliminary-senior)

Assessment for beginners

Trial Lesson

Experience Athlete Centered Skating with a trial lesson.

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Programs

Intensive Program
(minimum individualized commitment required)

Eligibility: minimum individualized commitment required, program available upon request (assessment also required) or through invitation.

This is an individualized training program that develops life skills necessary to reach one’s athletic and academic potential.  With a long-term commitment to this package, skaters will progress through the testing structure and compete in open and qualifying (e.g. Regionals, Sectionals, Nationals) competitions.  The end goal is to reach peak athletic milestones in figure skating that strengthen resumes for school and work and attain the crucial life skills necessary to thrive in future endeavors after sport. 

Recreational Program

Eligibility: eligible to skaters of all ages, levels, and goals.

The recreational package offers a mix of private and semi-private lessons and customized schedules to accommodate the goals of recreational figure skaters.

Elite Program

The elite package is a highly individualized training plan that prioritizes figure skating training over all other activities.  The Elite package is designated for figure skaters competing at national and international levels.

What to expect with the Intensive Program:

  • Limited spots available

  • Priority booking for lessons

  • Detailed assessments

  • Recommendation letters (for schools, jobs)

  • Mix of privates/ semi-privates

  • Pole harness

  • Off-ice technique and jump training

  • Spinner harness

  • Dance/ ballet

  • Acting

  • Imagery/ visualization

  • Positive psychology