Learn to Skate and Other Classes:
Skaters must renew 2026-27 Learn to Skate USA (LTS) membership in order to participate in Learn to Skate or other classes for the year starting July 1, 2026.
Learn to Skate USA:
Learn to Skate USA classes offer an exciting opportunity for everyone, from young kids to adults, to discover the joy of skating! Each session is designed to be both engaging and fun, blending expert instruction with practice time that helps boost confidence on the ice.
Age Requirements: for ages 6 through adult. *Children under 12 MUST have a parent or guardian present in the stands at all times in the event of an emergency.
Levels Offered: Instruction levels range from Basic 1 to Basic 6.
Class Structure: Each class is 45 minutes long with instruction (30 minutes) and practice time (15 minutes)
Required Equipment to be provided by the skater: Single blade skates and a helmet (bike helmets are acceptable). No skates with plastic side supports. Skates may be purchased at local sporting goods store(please note that skates often run one size smaller than shoe size). Mandatory — new skates need to be sharpened before use!
Recommended Clothing: Warm, non-bulky coat or layers, and mittens or gloves.
NEWSC has a dedicated group of experienced, professional instructors who are ready to lead beginning or experienced skaters to better skills. NEWSC welcomes students ages 6 through adult who want to:
- Learn new skills, make friends, and have fun;
- Acquire the foundational skills of ice sports.
Director: Suzanne McCaughtry,
newsclearntoskate@gmail.com,
603-313-3801
Instructors
Stacy Chickering
Belinda Dorn
Suzanne McCaughtry
Lyndsey Grzejszczak-Huppe
Substitute Instructors
Dee McWilliams
Kathryn Roberts-Snedeker
If you have any questions about the programs, please email NEWSC Learn to Skate Director, Suzanne McCaughtry, at newsclearntoskate@gmail.com.
If you are having problems using EntryEeze, email info@newskatingclub.org.
Learn to Skate USA is endorsed by U.S. Figure Skating, USA Hockey,
US Speedskating, the Professional Skaters Association (PSA) and Special Olympics. The national curriculum is an enhanced iteration of the Basic Skills Program created by U.S. Figure Skating, which has taught more than two million people to ice skate to date.
Other Classes(TBA): check back later for more details
Learn to Skate USA Membership Information
Current LTS memberships from July 1, 2025-June 30, 2026 are good for June classes. New LTS membership for July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027 are also good for June 2026 classes. Skaters must have July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027 Learn to Skate USA (LTS) memberships in order to participate in classes that start July1, 2026. NEWSC-affiliated LTS memberships can be purchased through EntryEeze at the same time as enrollment in classes.
Memberships Available
Learn to Skate skater less than 18 years old — $23(7/1/26-6/30/27)
Learn to Skate Adult skater — $23(7/1/26-6/30/27)
Parent of a LTS skater — free, non-skating. All adult members encouraged to participate in meetings and volunteer.
A parent or guardian must purchase a Parent of a LTS skater membership or a LTS Adult skater membership when enrolling a skater under the age of 18.
Registration directions for New England West Skating Club’s Learn to Skate classes:
Go to “Contract Ice” in the menu, then “Browse and Purchase.” Choose the program (contract) that you want to sign up for. Select a member, continue to the package that you want. To register another skater, go to “Process another family member.” To complete your transaction, go to Cart/Checkout at the top of the page.
Learn to Skate Members who are enrolled in our classes may:
- Subscribe to NEWSC practice ice
- Guest on NEWSC practice ice at member rates
- Participate in NEWSC-sponsored exhibitions at member rates
- Enter USFS-sanctioned Learn-to-Skate competitions
Click or tap here for the Learn to Skate USA website.