Flagstaff Figure Skating Club buys ice time from the City of Flagstaff and we in turn charge our membership to use the ice. See the Club Ice page for details. FFSC ice time is for figure skating only. Skaters use ice time to have lessons with their coach and to practice their skills when not in lessons.
Each coach has their own pricing schedule and policies. Coaches normally charge by the hour but often teach in 15 minute and 30 minute increments. Some coaches can combine lessons with other students of similar skill levels and can price accordingly for semi-private lessons. All payment for coaching is conducted between the coach and the student. When you have made arrangements with a coach for a lesson, it is the skater’s responsibility to be on time, on the ice, and warmed up for that lesson. Skaters unable to attend a scheduled lesson are asked to contact their coach well in advance. Each coach has their own cancellation policies- please review these with your coach.
Review the coaches’ qualifications on the Coaches page and give them a call. Please discuss their policies and any special needs that you may have before choosing. It is a good idea to talk to several coaches before deciding. Arrangements to meet with a coach before or after club ice can be made with each coach. Some coaches will give a free mini lesson with accompanying free ice time (one time only) so skaters can try out the club and see how well they fit with that coach. Please feel free to ask the coaches if they will offer this. You are welcome to attend club ice at any time to observe and ask questions of board members and parents.
Membership applications are available for download on the Membership page, and at the ice rink. Applications must be filled out completely and both membership dues and ice fees must be paid and handed in to the membership chair or other board member before skating can begin. Please contact the Membership Chair (see the Board page for contact info) if you have additional questions.
Occasionally used skates can be bought from other members. Ask your coach if they know of anyone who has skates for sale. Skate rentals are available at the rink. Rental skates and recreational type skates are only adequate for beginner skaters. Skaters have different skate requirements as their skills improve. Ask your coach about skate requirements for your skater. Members often go to Phoenix to be fitted by a pro (contact information is on our Links page). Some people will purchase over the Internet or through catalogs, but discuss this important purchase with your coach before spending any money.
Appropriate skate attire is requested. No clothing items should drag on the ice at any time. Any jewelry and accessories should be secured from falling onto the ice, for the safety of all the skaters. Dress warmly and in layers that can be removed as the skater warms up. Gloves or mittens are a good idea. Some coaches have policies on skate attire. Please follow your coach’s recommendation. Please make sure long hair is pulled back to keep vision clear.
See the Ten Commandments for Figure Skating Parents.
The Ice Monitor volunteers to oversee a club session. Their primary responsibilities are to set up the session book at rink side, make certain each skater has placed a session sticker in the book and signed in, and run the music box during the session. The Ice Monitor should also enforce the club safety rules, with the assistance of any board members or senior members that are on ice. After the session, the Ice Monitor should return each skater's music to the skater or their coach, and replace the session book in the FFSC storage area at the rink.
Check before dropping your junior member off at the rink. An adult member or parent MUST be present during club ice in order for junior members to skate. A parent or designated adult must supervise any child under 8 years old, on and off the ice. A responsible older sibling may supervise as long as there are no problems. FFSC does not assume responsibility for the supervision of junior members.
See the Membership page for an explanation.