As you or your child begin to progress further into a love for skating, the expectations and commitment level will evolve. Through the years, the need to increase your lesson schedule and tailor a training program that is individual to each athlete is imperative. Each tier below offers a glimpse into my expectations for the first few years of an athletes career.
Tier 1
LTS - Compete USA Beginner
& Recreational
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Minimum of two private lessons per week with me
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At least one additional practice time per week
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Continue level appropriate LTS or Aspire on and off ice classes
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Participation in rink recitals and shows throughout the year.
Goal 1: Improvement of overall skating skills, confidence, and power developmenet
Goal 2: Participation in LTSUSA/USFS local competition
RECREATIONAL ONLY:
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2 lessons per week recommended
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Goal setting to reach your ideal skill level
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Fun, fitness, and improvement of skills made at your pace.
Tier 2
Compete USA High Beginner - Pre-Preliminary
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Minimum of 3 private lessons per week
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2-3 additional practice sessions per week
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Begin to incorporate specialty coaches as needed
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Continued participation in appropriate on and off ice classes
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Ballet at your chosen facility
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Participation in select rink recitals and shows
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2 programs for USFS competitions
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USFS membership via local club or individual membership
Goal 1: Enhancement and continued development of skating skills, basic understanding of IJS components, Speed
Goal 2: Participation in 3 USFS events
Goal 3: Begin preparing for USFS testing
Tier 3
Pre-Preliminary - Pre-Juvenile
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3 or more private lessons per week with me depending on training needs.
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4 + training days per week consisting of 1-2 sessions per day
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Regular supplemental lessons with specialty coaches.
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Regular off-ice dance, conditioning, and jump classes.
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Focus on program development throughout competition season
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Focus on moves in the field tests
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Maintain USFS membership
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Attend extra curricular seminar locally or nationally
Goal 1: Participate in 3-4 USFS competitions
Goal 2: Test pre-preliminary moves in the field test
Goal 3: Development of poise, artistic individuality, and personal responsibility. Continued improvement of skating skills, understanding program components, understanding IJS protocol, and competition etiquette. Comaraderie and support for rink peers.