GATEWAY TO FIGURE SKATING
TRY SKATING FOR FREE!
The St. Louis Sports Commission is excited to launch Gateway to Figure Skating, a new initiative designed to introduce St. Louis-area kids ages 3 and up to the fun and excitement of ice skating and the Olympic Sport of figure skating. Whether your child has never skated before or is just getting started, this free, beginner-friendly hour is a great way to experience the ice in a fun and safe environment.
If your child enjoys the experience, there will be a limited number of complimentary spots available for that rink’s Learn to Skate (LTS) program – which families can sign up for on the day of the event.
Each participating rink will host its own event this fall. Please check with your local rink for specific details, including date, time, and location.
Participating Rinks
*Dates and times are subject to change
- St. Peters Rec-Plex – Wednesday, September 3, 6:15 – 7:15 PM
- Brentwood Ice Rink – Saturday, September 6, 10 – 11 AM
- Creve Coeur Ice Rink – Saturday, September 20, 12-1 PM
- Centene Community Ice Center – Saturday, October 11, 2:15 – 3:15 PM
- R.P. Lumber Center – Sunday, October 12, 2:15 – 3:15 PM
- Webster Groves Ice Arena – Monday, December 29, 6-7 PM
- Kirkwood Ice Rink – Friday, January 2, 9:30 – 10:30 AM
What To Wear
To help your child have the best experience, we recommend dressing in warm layers, including a jacket or coat, stretchy pants like sweatpants (avoid jeans), thin high socks, and waterproof gloves or mittens. A well-fitting helmet—bike, skate, or ski—is also strongly encouraged for safety.
For question and to learn more, contact Solomon Alexander, Director of the Sports Commission Foundation, at salexander@stlsports.org or call 314-345-5130.