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The Independence Skating Academy follows the Learn to Skate USA (LTS USA) curriculum, the leading learn to skate program in the United States endorsed by US Figure Skating, USA Hockey, US Speedskating, and the Special Olympics. 

Our mission is to provide a fun, safe, and educational environment for everyone learning to skate.  Our professional staff of coaches, each with their own unique skating background, have the special skills and training to keep skaters enthusiastic from their first steps on the ice until they have reached their skating goals.

 All participants in our Learn to Skate programs must purchase Learn to Skate USA Membership for Sports Accident Insurance, valid from July 1 – June 30 each year, prior to registering for classes. Membership is only $16.  Those enrolled in multiple programs only need to pay the annual fee one time each year. 

To enroll in our classes, call 816-442-6129, email our Learn to Skate Director, Tatum Neustadt, stop by the Community Rink to enroll, or click on this link to register now!

Learn to Skate Class Details

All Learn to Skate Classes include 30 min of instruction each week and FREE skate rental on day of class!  Snowplow, Adult, and Basic include unlimited public sessions for the duration of classes.  Freeskate and Axel Classes include eight freestyle passes added to the skater's account.  

Learn to Skate is for all ages – from tots to adults! Helmets are recommended for the beginning levels.  Remember to dress warmly with mittens, pants and layered garments.

Investment in our classes includes:

  • Thirty minute group lesson
  • Free skate rental on day of class
  • Unlimited public sessions over duration of classes (Snowplow, Adult, Basic and Theater on Ice only)
  • Eight freestyle passes added to skater's account (Pre-Free Skate, Free Skate and Axel Class only)
  • Bonus practice ice during the opposite time block (contingent on ice space; priority given to classes)
  • An official U.S. Figure Skating Basic Skills membership card
  • A record book with stickers to track your progress through the lessons
  • US Figure Skating Basic Skills membership and year patches
  • A patch for the highest level completed during the session
  • General information about ice skating
  • Basic Skills Edition of SKATING magazine
  • Opportunity to compete and be in ice shows and competitions