Riverkings Mascot Sheldon checks out a FSCM Basic Skills Registration Form at the MYHL Expo on August 16, 2009. More Photos on Facebook.

We have had a wonderful 2009-10 season with many new skaters - over 80 registered Basic Skills members!!! We hope you will join us next season (October 2010) for classes. Look for membership registration information this summer!

The Figure Skating Club of Memphis offers Basic Skills Skating Classes for anyone interested in ice skating, including recreational skaters, aspiring figure skaters, and hockey players.

The entire Basic Skills program presented by Marshalls, from beginning to more advanced, is designed to be the best beginning ice skating program. For more general information about the USFSA Basic Skills program, visit the USFSA Basic Skills web site.

Why Join the US Figure Skating Basic Skills Program?

Acquire an appreciation for an active lifestyle.
Develop self‐esteem, self‐confidence, self discipline and self‐reliance by mastering and performing skating skills.
Learn to manage stress, perform under pressure, and test emotional and physical balance.
Develop social skills with other children and adults.
Learn about managing success.

We run progressive class sessions during the season. Skaters may purchase class packages and receive class instruction according to their level placement as outlined in the US Figure Skating Basic Skills curriculum. Skaters receive 30 minutes of class time per week with a qualified instructor. Skaters ALSO receive 30 minutes of practice time before or after their 30 minute class as part of the class package.

What FSCM Basic Skills Class Participants Receive:

Official US Figure Skating Basic Skills Membership Card
Basic Skills Record Book with Stickers to Record Progress
Membership Year Patch
30 minute classes, once per week; skaters will be placed in classed grouped by skill level according to the Basic Skills curriculum and worked on specific skills as outlined in the USFS Basic Skills Program. Click here to learn about the levels.
30 minute practice ice sessions, once per week immediately following the group class; skaters may practice individually on this time period to work on skills learned during class time.
Progress report from a qualified instructor as well as a participation certificate.
Skill Level Award Patch for every Basic Skills Level passed.

Payment Information
All class participants MUST also register as a member of the Figure Skating Club of Memphis. If you are not currently a club member, an annual $20 Basic Skills membership must be purchased when registering for your first class session (in addition to class fees listed below). Alternatively you may register as a full club member for additional benefits and ice offerings.

2010-2011 class fee information will be released around August 1, 2010. 2009-2010 fees were $135 per 6-week session (6 30-minute classes and 6 30-minute practice ice sessions). An early bird discount of $20 was offered to skaters registering at least 2 weeks prior to the class start date. Be sure to check our web site and your email this summer for pricing and early bird rates for the 2010-2011 season!

A discount will be offered to multiple family members (residing in the same household). The first skater is regular price and each additional skater will receive a $5.00 discount for a class session purchased.

Skates & Equipment
You are responsible for buying your own skates for classes. You or your child will be MUCH more comfortable in your own skates and in the long run, buying skates saves you money! Coach Carla Bressler offers beginner figure and hockey skates for sale for around $50 from Reidell. Price varies for sizes/styles. She is also able to purchase intermediate and advanced model skates for our returning skaters. You can also purchase skates online (new and used) from a variety of sources or visit a skate shop regionally in Little Rock, Nashville, or Decatur. Please purchase your skates at least 2 weeks prior to your class start date so you can be sure they arrive in time! If you have more questions about buying skates, email us.

Figure or Hockey Skates Required
Helmets optional but recommended especially for Snowplow Sam skaters
Warm comfortable clothing
Regular Gloves
For hockey players: you do not need to be dressed in full gear/pads for basic skills classes - hockey skates and helmets are the only equipment required.

Rental Skate Info: We should have access to hockey rental skates through Hernando Youth Sports for $3 per pair per session if needed. However, you will be more comfortable and learn figure skating more easily using your own pair of skates. Used figure skates can often be found on eBay and other sources for as low as $20 if new skates are not in your budget. In the long run, your own skates are cheaper to own as well. You can pay for rental skates at the door with cash or check. PLEASE alert us in advance if possible that you will need rental skates! We cannot guarantee rental skate availability at every session.

Refund Policy
Class Registration Refunds will be offered up to 2 weeks BEFORE the start of a class session. NO REFUNDS will be offered after that date for ANY reason unless the club must cancel a class session or dramatically alter the dates of a class session due to unforeseen scheduling conflicts with the Civic Center. We are a non-profit volunteer-run club and ice time is expensive. We buy and plan for ice and coaching based on registered skaters in our programs. A class session purchase is not transferrable to other scheduled sessions or future seasons once we are within 2 weeks of a scheduled session start date. Membership dues are not refundable at any time. We purchase your membership through US Figure Skating when you make your payment. We cannot get a refund for your membership through US Figure Skating. Therefore, your membership fee is not refundable.

Basic Skills Curriculum
The Basic Eights Class
The Basic Skills are the fundamentals of the sport. These eight levels of the program introduce the fundamental moves, forward skating, backward skating, stops, crossovers and turns. Upon completion of the Basic 1-8 levels, skaters will have the basic knowledge of the sport enabling them to advance to the more specialized areas of skating such as free skating, dance, pairs, and synchronized. Click here for a detailed listing of Basic Skills Curriculum.

Adult 1-4 Class
The adult curriculum is designed for the beginner adult skater. It is designed to promote physical fitness, improve balance and coordination while learning proper skating techniques. Divided into four levels, adult skaters will progress at an individual rate while being challenged and motivated. Click here for a detailed listing of Adult Skills Curriculum.

Hockey 1-4 Class
The FSC of Memphis will offer Basic Skills classes geared toward hockey players this season provided there are enough hockey player registrations to warrant a separate class. Hockey 1-4 follows a similar curriculum to our Basic Eights classes. Hockey players do NOT wear pads or gear to class other than a helmet and hockey skates. If there are not enough sign ups, hockey players will be placed in regular Basic Eight Classes. Our Hockey Classes are designed to teach SKATING skills to improve your game performance. We do not teach the game of hockey.

Advanced Class
The FSC of Memphis is offering an advanced class to figure skaters above the Basic 8 level during each 6-week session. Curriculum will vary and include moves and turns, conditioning and other advanced subject material. Sign up as an "advanced skater" on the class registration form!

**All class participants must be registered members of the Figure Skating Club of Memphis. Membership fees vary and start as low as $20 per USFSA year. Your membership fee is valid for your classes and ice sessions through June 30, 2010. You only need to purchase membership the first time you register for ice or classes this season. You do not need to purchase it each 6-week session!**