SKATE SCHOOL

TERM 1 2027

TERM 1 INFORMATION AVAILABLE LATE NOVEMBER

ENROLMENTS OPEN: 16 DECEMBER at 10:00am

QUICK LINKS

View Term 4 2026 Timetable
How to Enrol Guide
Skate School Information Booklet
Skate School Curriculum
Skate School Terms & Conditions and Code of Conduct
Aussie Skate Registration

What’s Included

• 30-minute group lesson
• During lessons, rink access is reserved for Skate School students only.
• Class Size: 10 students. (Tots Classes: 6-8 Students)
• Skate and helmet hire (knee pads and wrist guards available on request)
• Public skate session on the day of your lesson
• Five (5) public skate passes to use for additional practice, or if you miss a class.
  • Passes valid from the date of your first lesson until your last lesson.
  • Passes are not included with half-price supplementary classes (Off-Ice, Edges, Ice Dance).

Before You Enrol

• We recommend experiencing ice skating BEFORE enrolling in a full-term program, as refunds are not available for a change of mind.
• We are unable to offer trial lessons.
• Participants must be able to stand and balance on the ice in skates without support.
• Children must be comfortable participating without a parent/guardian and able to follow instructions within a structured group environment.
• Please read the Skate School Terms & Conditions prior to enrolling.

Existing Skating Skills – Important Information

• Our enrolment system requires your account to show the class level you should enrol in, based on your current skating skills
• If you wish to enrol in a level higher than Level 1+2, review the Skate School curriculum carefully to determine the correct level before emailing us to update your account.
• Please choose carefully. Moving to a different level after enrolments open may not be possible if classes are full.

Aussie Skate Registration – Required

O’Brien Icehouse is a member rink of Ice Skating Australia and teaches their accredited Learn-to-Skate curriculum, Aussie Skate™. Ice Skating Australia (ISA) is the governing body for ice skating in Australia and is recognised by the International Skating Union (ISU), ISA plays a crucial role in promoting the sport and supporting high-performance athletes at both national and internation levels.

All students must register with Aussie Skate. Registration provides:

• Insurance coverage during lessons, competitions, and sanctioned Aussie Skate events
• Access to the Aussie Skate app for progress tracking, tips, and program information

Aussie Skate Badges

• Official Aussie Skate badges are awarded to students when passing their level.
• Effective Term 1 2027: Students must be a registered member of Aussie Skate to receive badges.

Register with Aussie Skate via their website here.

Accessibility & Support

We are committed to providing an inclusive environment and welcome skaters of all abilities. Please contact us to discuss any support needed. contact us.

Holiday Skate Camps

Watch this space for updates on Youth and Adult Skate Camps in 2027.

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Are you a Silver or Gold Member?

To receive a discount on your Skate School enrolment:

• Email [email protected] and include:
  • The class LEVEL, DAY, and TIME you prefer.
• We will process your enrolment and email online payment instructions for the balance owing.

Get Active Kids Vouchers

If you are new to Skate School, ensure you have created a free account in your name (parent/guardian). Add the child’s details by selecting “Friends and family” while in your account. This links the two accounts.

• Email the Voucher to [email protected] and include:
  • The class LEVEL, DAY, and TIME you wish to enrol the child.
• We will process the enrolment and email online payment instructions for the balance owing.

Need Assistance? Have Questions?

Email us. This is the quickest way to reach our team.