Registration materials are available for Imagine, our second annual ice show collaboration with Shattuck St. Mary Skating Academy!
Come join the fun as we skate to a medley of the Beatles and more. The show is a full blown production involving lighting, costumes, scenes, and beginner to elite level skaters. Skaters Basic 1 and up are encouraged to participate, and NSS coaches help with choreography and show production. Four rehearsals take place on Saturday mornings beginning May 2nd. Two show productions take place on Saturday, May 30th. Please download the above form for details or contact Tom Hickey, Director of Figure Skating Operations at Shattuck St. Mary at (507) 333-1516. Tom is in charge of the show (not Carey) and all forms will need to be turned in to him. Ice Show Registration Deadline is Feb 8 Late registrations accepted until Feb 15 with a $15 fee.
View more photos from last year’s ice show on our Photos Page
What: Designed to introduce all levels of skaters to the fun and benefits of off-ice skill building. Skaters learn about warming up their bodies and enhancing their practice with strength, balance, and flexibility exercises individually and in groups.
Who: ALL SKATERS. The workshop is adapted for all age and ability groups (Snowplow Sam through Adult)
Where: The tennis courts of the Carleton College Cowling Recreation Center (near the intersection of First St. and Maple St.) Find Cowling in section G7 of this MAP. The gym will be divided into the same color groups as our Sunday ice surface.
When: Sunday Feb 1 during your regular 30-minute lesson time. There is no “practice ice” on the workshop day.
Coaches volunteer their time to make this a free event in addition to your 8 weeks of lessons!
View photos from last year under “2007-08 Special Events” on our Photos Page
Thanks to all who attended our first Carleton Skating Night at the Depot! Between our skating families, Carleton alums, NSS staff, and our friends and families, we drew quite a crowd on a chilly winter night. Special thanks to Amy Goerwitz and Carleton Alumni Affairs for co-hosting the event, as well as our staff, skaters, and professional demonstrators who spiced up an evening of open skating with lessons and an impressive exhibition. See “2008-09 Special Events” on our Photos Page for snapshots of the event, including skaters of all ages and your director being spun around and turned upside down by skating partner Pete Biver
Each session, NSS honors the staff member with the highest student retention, that is, the coach who has the highest percentage of skaters from their classes sign up to continue skating lessons. A high retention rate is a symbol of the commitment and quality of teaching, which greatly impacts our program. This session’s retention winner was coach Laura Mansell, with an astounding 100% of her skaters signing up to continue lessons! Read on to learn Laura’s “secrets:”
Each session, I do my best to be not only a coach but a role model and friend to my students. Finding a balance between the authority figure and the friend is key; I bring both a sense of humor and element of fun to my classes but retain the learning environment so the skaters can advance their skills. I make sure to always encourage the skater and let them know what they have improved on while also providing constructive criticism. Most importantly, it is up to the skater to not only have the desire to learn the skills for a certain level but the desire to continue skating and learning! To all of my students and their parents, I thank you all for being enthusiastic about skating and for signing up for the next session. I look forward to seeing you all next year! Good luck in Session Two!
Congratulations, Laura, for your achievement – 100% is a first in NSS history – and your contributions to our school!
Check out our documentary (produced by NSS Coach Kristen Asp) to see clips of Laura in action.
When: 6:30-7:45pm, Tuesday 1/6 (meeting 6:30-7:30, brief volunteer orientation to follow)
Where: Emmaus Church, 712 N Linden St. Northfield.
What: For new parents and returning parents. Directors and coaches will go over finding and fitting proper equipment, new policies and programs, Q & A, and more. We will also distribute Parent and Skater Handbooks. We feel strongly that this type of communication is important before beginning lessons with NSS and we have found that staying informed by attending the meeting contributes to skating families’ overall experience. Coffee will be provided and NSS gear will be available for purchase.
See you there!
When: 3:30pm -5:30pm Sunday, 1/4/09. Please arrive early to check in and receive your group assignment
Where: Norhfield Ice Arena, 1280 Bollenbacher Drive
What: On the ice, girls will participate in a skating lesson geared toward their age and ability (beginners and adults welcome!), have free time, and play games. Off the ice, we will view different types of performances, learn about types of skating sports, skating safety and attire, taking care of our bodies and equipment, and what you can get out skating. An arts and crafts project will end our off-ice activities. Snacks will be provided and all girls will earn a badge for their participation. To register please contact Steph Helkenn at the Girl Scout office
Please Note: Skaters must provide their own skates
