Learn to Skate
Dress warm
The rink is cold, so layer up. Don't forget a warm hat, and proper insulated gloves. Go for breathable stuff that keeps sweat at bay. Peel off or add layers as you warm up or cool down to stay comfy.
Skate School at The Ice Arena has a variety of skating courses for all levels and ages.
All of our Skate School courses come with Public Skate entry passes to practice on your own between lessons.
We have courses available for all ages starting from 3+ years as well as Adults-Only classes.
Our courses align with SA Public School Term with multiple classes per week, so you can conveniently add Skate School to your schedule.
Our experienced coaches work to the Aussie Skate curriculum Aussie Skate Levels 1 - 10 – the nationally recognised learn to skate program, and provide assessment for every student at the end of the course. So no matter your skill level we can get you on your pathway to skating for fun, figure skating or playing ice hockey.
ENROLMENTS FOR TERM 4, 2026 ARE OPEN!!
Early Bird Discount: Save 10% by enrolling during the promotional period. This applies to full course bookings only.
Monday 12 October to
Saturday 12 December
2026
Wednesday 27 January
to Saturday 10 April 2027
Monday 26 April to
Saturday 4 July 2027
Monday 19 July to
Saturday 25 September
2027
Improves performance through the Aussie Skate curriculum, offering pathways to Figure Skating and Ice Hockey.
Levels: Choice between mixed (kids & adults) or Adults-Only classes.
Schedule: 60-minute weekly sessions, Mondays, Tuesdays, or Saturdays. Students attend the same time slot weekly.
Coaching: Taught by professionally accredited coaches.
Practice: Includes 10 FREE Public Skating passes to use between lessons (offered as a bonus).
Pricing & Bookings:
Choose from classes on Tuesdays or Saturdays. Choose a time slot
that suits your schedule and attend the same class every week.
Levels: Covers Tiny Tots 1 through 3. (Once completed, skaters progress to Aussie Skate Level 2 or 3.)
Schedule: 30-minute weekly sessions, Tuesdays or Saturdays. Students attend the same time slot weekly.
Coaching: Taught by professionally accredited coaches.
Practice: Includes 10 FREE Public Skating passes to use between lessons (offered as a bonus).
Pricing & Bookings:
$245.00
Come ready, skate better
The rink is cold, so layer up. Don't forget a warm hat, and proper insulated gloves. Go for breathable stuff that keeps sweat at bay. Peel off or add layers as you warm up or cool down to stay comfy.
We are committed to your safety while you enjoy the experience. To help us keep you safe, please bring your
own helmet from home.
Our skate shop is conveniently located, and our expert staff are ready to assist you in finding the perfect size for your skates. We offer a wide range of sizes suitable for both children and adults.
Be sure to arrive 30mins before the class starts, and bring your booking confirmation.
You should see
A few short videos to watch before your visit, covering how to fall safely, how to use the ice aids, and what to expect on your first skate.
Details
The Skate School course at IceArenA is perfect for beginners looking to try ice skating including learning to stand up, skate backwards and forwards. It's also a great way to meet new friends and stay fit.
Discover what to do when you get to IceArena for your ice skating class!
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What to wear, what to bring, and how to arrive ready to skate - a quick checklist to help you prepare before you leave home.
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Learn how to maintain your skating gear as a beginner in this short video.
Watch nowEverything you need to know before your first visit to Ice Arena
Yes, Wednesday evenings are when all our Adults-Only classes are held.
Yes if you’re just interested in learning to skate for fun, but we recommend you continue until Level 4 so you have mastered all of the basic skating skills which will teach you how to use your edges.
If you’re not sure you can perform all the minimum elements to the required standards, you can book an evaluation through Skate School, these take 5-10 minutes to complete. Our Ice Hockey Academy courses are designed for students that have mastered the basics of skating. We require all new skaters to complete Skate School to ensure they can keep up to get the most out of this course, more information can be found on the Hockey Academy page.
If you’re interested in competitive Figure Skating you will need to master all the elements up to Free Skate 4, more information on this can be found on the Figure Skating page.
No. Our Ice Hockey Academy courses are designed to take you from beginner through to advance. Reach out to Jeff Fode jeff.f@theicearena.com.au
The foundations of skating in either figure skates or hockey skates are the same whichever ice sport you choose to continue with, these include learning basic forward and backward strokes, how to use your edges effectively, perform crossovers, and how to stop.
For those looking to continue with ice hockey, we require all new skaters to complete Skate School Level 6 to ensure they can keep up to get the most out of this course. More information can be found on the Hockey Academy page.
Our Tiny Tots start from 3 Years old.
Yes for our adult only classes. These are Wednesday evenings. The cost for this is $45 per lesson. All other ages require the attendee to join the full course.
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It will be best to book an Evaluation with our Skate School to select the most appropriate class level for you to join. Evaluations only take 5-10 minutes to complete.
The Intro short course is the entry point for the skate school. This covers the first Aussie Skate level that is no longer included in our Skate School.
Before your first class of the term please arrive 30 minutes early and bring a copy of your enrolment confirmation to Reception along with your membership card if you’re a current student. When you enrol into Intro you will be given a membership card for checking in before each class. Your first card is free with the enrolment of the course however replacement card fees do apply if you lose your card, please see the Terms & Conditions page for the latest fees.
Please ensure you arrive at least 15 minutes prior to all classes so you have sufficient time to check in and get your skates on. You must check in at Reception before each class so we can mark attendance.
It is recommended that you wear comfortable clothing that allows lots of movement, with layers you can take on and off easily. The Ice ArenA is cold and you will want warmer layers while off the ice which can be removed during class as you warm up. We also recommend gloves as fingers get cold.
You are welcome to wear any protective equipment if it makes you feel more comfortable but Skate School classes are a slower pace for learning. Some popular items are skate helmets, wrist brace/guards, volleyball knee pads (these allow for the full range of motion required in ice skating), please avoid rigid ‘skating’ knee pads) and those at higher levels may wish to invest in a pair of padded pants/shorts.
Don’t forget to bring water.
For more information
The Ice Arena is located on James Congdon Drive, across from
Thebarton tram stop, just outside of Adelaide's CBD.
We also have underground public parking operated by Wilson Car Park.
