National Sports Center | Blaine, Minnesota

The Schwan Super Rink Skating School offers Skating development programs year-round. See our winter, spring, summer and fall schedules.

Classes Offered

• Beginner
• Pre Alpha
• Alpha

Classes Offered

• Beginner
• Pre Alpha
• Alpha
• Beta
• Gamma
• Delta
• Adaptive Skating

• Adaptive: 1-3 skaters per instructor
• Beginner Class: 9-10 skaters per instructor and one student helper
• Pre Alpha thru Delta/Adults: 14 skaters per instructor is the maximum however every effort is made to keep class size smaller

• We recommend boots of leather rather than vinyl or molded plastics.
• Blades should be properly sharpened
• Double runners are not accepted
• Excellent rental skates are available at the Super Rink for a $3 charge when used during skating school
• We have a skating resource list available to you upon request if unsure about equipment to purchase

• Dress your skater in layers that are warm, comfortable and allow freedom of movement while skating
• Mittens or gloves are required for skaters 5 & under and recommended for all others
• Helmets are required for skaters 5 & under. The helmet must cover the back of the head
• Super Rink has helmets for rent during skating school hours for $3

The Ice Skating Institute (ISI) is a complete graded program of lessons. The ISI Testing Program makes every effort for skaters to earn badges. We will test those skaters only ready to pass, creating a positive environment for learning. It is not uncommon for a student to repeat a level before mastering all the skills at that level. Skaters must be current members of ISI to register tests passed.  Registration forms available at the Skating School office. ISI Badge Board display is in MASC Rink. 

• ISI Learn to Skate and Freestyle Test skills

The skating school has an enclosed bulletin board to display upcoming skating school events, highlight our skaters & staff, post the latest skating school information and a source for used equipment (skates etc.) for sale. Next to the bulletin board is a skating school suggestion box for constructive criticism, suggestions & concerns. Concerns will be addressed only if signed with phone number.