The East Grand Forks Free Skate program follows the nationally recognized Learn to Skate USA curriculum, providing a progressive pathway for skaters who have mastered the Basic Skills levels and are ready to advance their figure skating abilities. Through six structured Free Skate levels, participants develop stronger edge work, power, spins, jumps, transitions, and overall skating technique while building the confidence and technical foundation needed for recreational figure skating, advanced training, or competitive skating.

Start Date Fall Session

October 26, 2025

End Date Winter Session

February 22, 2026

Ice Show Practice

February 23 - March 20

Ice Show

March 21-22

$185.00 - City of EGF residents 
$225.00 - Participants living outside of EGF City Limits, attending school in EGF and live within Polk County**

 **Must fill out Non-resident participation form for permission to participate

Before registering for East Grand Forks Parks & Recreation Learn to Skate classes, you must first register with Learn to Skate USA to obtain your Learn to Skate USA membership number, which also provides your required insurance coverage. This membership is required for participants enrolling in regular Learn to Skate lessons. If you are a synchronized skater or an individual competitive skater participating in sanctioned events, you do not need to purchase a Learn to Skate USA membership, as your existing membership through your skating organization already provides the required coverage.

Programs offered through the EGF Parks & Recreation Department are setup for citizens within the EGF city limits. Those wishing to participate that live within Polk County but outside of the city limits MUST complete the Non-resident Participation Form prior to registering.

What to Bring

• Figure skates
• Warm clothing
• Gloves or mittens
• Water bottle clearly marked with athlete's name