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Border Blades Skating Academy

BBSA is our Learn to Skate program. Following the same criteria set forth through a joint program of United States Figure Skating and USA Hockey. Beginner skaters will learn the basic skills needed to enjoy figure skating and hockey well into the future. 

Lesson info

First Day
 
Skaters will be divided into groups based on their level. They will focus mostly on learning the skills at their level and work towards passing the levels listed in the curriculum above. Skaters may be moved groups at any time during lessons. 

*Parents are not allowed on the ice or in players box, during lessons. 

*Skaters must stick to their scheduled lesson day. Because we limit the amount of skaters on ice each day, skaters who miss a lesson cannot come on an alternate day for make-up. 
 
Equipment Needed
 
Skaters will need skates, warm clothes and mittens/gloves. We highly recommend a helmet.
 

BBSA Sessions

BBSA runs 3 sessions throughout the year.   Days and Times will vary with the availability of ice and holidays.  Sessions generally are:

  • Fall   [September - October]
  • Spring   [April - May]
  • Summer   [June - July]

Border Blades does not offer a Winter session. For skaters who are interested in continuing November-March, we encourage you to check out the classes offered through the Grand Forks Park District. 

Additional Info

Skaters may begin any time during the year. Typical cost is $100-200 per session and there are 1-2 lessons per week.   Each lesson is 30 minutes. 

Skaters must be at least 3 years old before beginning joining our Learn to Skate class. 

Skating Academy members are exempt from club volunteer and fundraising requirements. 

What's next?
 

Skaters who have passed basic 3 and would like to continue Figure Skating with Border Blades can join Border Blades Aspire. The Aspire program works with skaters in small groups and begins to incorporate figure skating elements with continued use and development of basic skills. The Aspire program is a "bridge" between Learn to Skate classes and moving to private lessons and club membership. 

Spring 2025 Session

Spring Skating Academy runs March 18th - May 8th, 2025

 
Days and Times:
 

Tuesday and/or Thursday Evenings

All dates, times, and locations can be found on the Border Blades calendar

Border Blades Learn to Skate membership is included in the cost, so you DO NOT need to register separately for a membership.

Spring Academy classes are full. Registration for our Summer Session is below. 

The Registration "Border Blades Skating Academy" is not currently available.

Summer 2025 Session

Spring Skating Academy runs June 3rd - July 24th, 2025

Cost: 
  • Tuesday only - $115
  • Thursday only - $115
  • Tuesday and Thursday - $200
 
Days and Times:
 

Tuesday and/or Thursday: 11-11:45am @ the Rydell Arena

Practice time: 11-11:15am
Lesson: 11:15-11:45am
 

*Class size is limited. Registration will close as classes fill up or at 11:59pm on Sunday, May 25th.
 

Border Blades Learn to Skate membership is included in the cost, so you DO NOT need to register separately for a membership.

All dates, times, and locations will be added to the Border Blades calendar
 

BBFSC Skating Director

skatingdirector@borderblades.org