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The Learn to skate program!
Join us at Glacier Ice Rink on the Missoula County Fairgrounds and Learn to Skate!
NOTE: We have transitioned BACK to DaySmart for the remainder of this season. We are exploring long-term options for managing Learn to Skate registration, including a bespoke system for 2026-27 or an additional sponsorship to cover the cost of Daysmart. If you have any suggestions, please reach out to [email protected].
USFS Learn to Skate Membership Registration is REQUIRED for all skaters.
NOTE: We have transitioned BACK to DaySmart for the remainder of this season. We are exploring long-term options for managing Learn to Skate registration, including a bespoke system for 2026-27 or an additional sponsorship to cover the cost of Daysmart. If you have any suggestions, please reach out to [email protected].
USFS Learn to Skate Membership Registration is REQUIRED for all skaters.
An annual USFS LTS membership is required every season to participate in Learn to Skate. If you do not already have an active membership, you can purchase it for $20 (see Directions for Registration below).
Winter 2 Session 2026 - registration OPEN NOW
Spring Session 2026 (future)
We have registration set up so skaters and parents can pick the time slot that works for them. Please be sure you are selecting the class time that is your first pick. You can review the level options below.
Please Note: We will be monitoring registrations in each time slot. If we have a class that fills up at one time, you can choose to waitlist or pick the other time. If we have a class with fewer than three students, we may also combine classes into the more popular time slot (you are not not guaranteed to get your first pick of times).
We will email class times and rosters the Tuesday before class starts.
Past session information for reference:
Fall Session (2025 - past)
Winter 1 Session (2025 - ongoing)
Winter 2 Session 2026 - registration OPEN NOW
- How much:
- $140 for Snowplow, Basic, Adult Basic, and Hockey
- $70 for Ice Explorers
- $154 for Aspire (On- and Off-Ice)
- $10 Early Bird Code: EARLYBIRD10 (November 29 - December 15)
- Sign-up on Small Business Saturday, November 29, 2025, and the first 50 skaters will receive a special gift!
- When:
- SUNDAYS, January 25th - March 15th (7 classes, NO CLASS MARCH 8TH)
- 2:45-3:30pm time slot is open for Ice Explorers, Snowplow, Basic 1-4, Adult Basic 1-2, Aspire Off-Ice
(Practice Ice from 3:15-3:30pm) - 3:15-4:00pm time slot is open for Ice Explorers, Snowplow, Basic 1-3, Basic 5-6, Adult Basic 1-4
(Practice Ice from 3:15-3:30pm) - 4:00-4:45pm time slot is open for Snowplow, Basic 1-4, Adult Basic 5-6, Adult Hockey, Aspire
(Practice Ice from 4:30-4:45pm)
- 2:45-3:30pm time slot is open for Ice Explorers, Snowplow, Basic 1-4, Adult Basic 1-2, Aspire Off-Ice
- SUNDAYS, January 25th - March 15th (7 classes, NO CLASS MARCH 8TH)
- BONUS:
- Competitors Ice: If your skater is interested in performing or competing, we will be running a special program for Learn to Skate Skaters to skate a solo at the Spring Show and have the option to compete at Glacier Challenge here in Missoula in March.
- This is a great way for skaters to get some more experience on the ice with semi-private coaching, choreography, and see how fun performing and/or competition can be! Please reach out with any questions to [email protected].
Spring Session 2026 (future)
- HOW MUCH:
- $140 for SnowPlow, Basic, Adult Basic, Hockey
- $70 for Ice Explorers
- $154 for Aspire (On- and Off-Ice)
- WHEN:
- THURSDAYS, April 16th - May 28th (7 classes, NO CLASS on one of May 7 or May 14 TBD)
- Session 1: 5:15-5:45 pm (individual class times will be posted when registration opens)
- Session 2: 6:00-6:30 pm (individual class times will be posted when registration opens)
- Practice Ice from 5:45-6:00 pm
- THURSDAYS, April 16th - May 28th (7 classes, NO CLASS on one of May 7 or May 14 TBD)
- BONUS:
- Showcase on Ice: Learn to Skate Skaters are invited to join in the fun for our annual Showcase on Ice, the largest show of the year. We will have more information on the Learn to Skate Group Numbers posted in the Spring. Please email us at [email protected] or come up to the desk during Learn to Skate if you have questions.
We have registration set up so skaters and parents can pick the time slot that works for them. Please be sure you are selecting the class time that is your first pick. You can review the level options below.
Please Note: We will be monitoring registrations in each time slot. If we have a class that fills up at one time, you can choose to waitlist or pick the other time. If we have a class with fewer than three students, we may also combine classes into the more popular time slot (you are not not guaranteed to get your first pick of times).
We will email class times and rosters the Tuesday before class starts.
Past session information for reference:
Fall Session (2025 - past)
- Cost: $120, or $60 for Ice Explorers ($10 off if registered by August 21st, 2025)
- THURSDAYS, September 4th - October 9th (6 classes)
- 5:15pm or 6pm; 30 min class with shared 15-min practice ice 5:45-6pm
Winter 1 Session (2025 - ongoing)
- NEW: Registration has transitioned to Mindbody (see instructions below)
- Cost: $160 + 3.75% transaction fee (automatic $10 off early bird discount by Oct 10th), Ice Explorers 50% off
- SUNDAYS, October 19th - December 7th (8 classes, Holiday Show December 14th)
- 2:45-3:30pm time slot is open for Ice Explorers, Snowplow, Basic 1-4, and Adult Basic 1-2
(Practice Ice from 3:15-3:30pm) - 3:15-4:00pm time slot is open for Ice Explorers, Snowplow, Basic 1-3, and Adult Basic 1-4
(Practice Ice from 3:15-3:30pm) - 4:00-4:45pm time slot is open for Basic 5-6, Adult Basic 5-6, Adult Hockey, and Aspire
(Practice Ice from 4:30-4:45pm)
DIRECTIONS FOR REGISTRATION
All skaters must have a US Figure Skating Learn to Skate number to register for classes. Registration is good for one season, July 1-June 30. Fee is $20. Click the link below to sign up or renew. When selecting a local LTS program, select Missoula. After you have successfully registered/renewed with Learn to Skate USA, sign up for the Learn to Skate session(s) you want. This is a lifetime # and you should record your # and password for next year. Please email us if you have difficulty signing up for your LTS Member number: [email protected]
LTS Number Sign-Up or Renewal
We will be using DaySmart for our WINTER 2 2026 and SPRING 2026 Learn to Skate registration. Click the link below to create an account (or login if you already have one) and register for Learn to Skate classes. Please note that this is a separate site from Glacier Ice Rink’s registration for public ice and events.
Missoula Learn to Skate Registration
LTS Number Sign-Up or Renewal
We will be using DaySmart for our WINTER 2 2026 and SPRING 2026 Learn to Skate registration. Click the link below to create an account (or login if you already have one) and register for Learn to Skate classes. Please note that this is a separate site from Glacier Ice Rink’s registration for public ice and events.
Missoula Learn to Skate Registration
CLASS LEVELS
Ice Explorers
Ice Explorers is designed for our youngest skaters, ages 2-4 years old. This class utilizes off ice activities/games to help the skaters feel as confident as possible, before we hit the ice!
Snowplow 1-4
Snowplow Sam introductory classes that are divided into four progressive levels allowing children ages 4-6, with no skating experience, to build confidence while learning the basic skills of skating. The skills are designed to teach agility, balance, coordination, and speed.
Basic 1-6
Basic Skills classes teach the FUNdamentals of ice skating and provides the best foundation for figure skating, hockey, and speed skating. The six progressive levels introduce forward and backward skating, stops, edges, crossovers, and turns. (If you have taken some basic skills classes in the past, check out the LTS Skills Review.)
Adult 1-6
The Adult curriculum is designed for both beginning and experienced adult skaters who wish to improve their skating skills. The skills in these levels help promote physical fitness and improve balance and coordination, while teaching proper skating techniques.
Aspire
Aspire is a bridge program to our figure skating club. It is comprised of a variety of progressive skating skills, transitions, spins and jumps, and other disciplines within skating like dance, synchro, competition, and theater on ice, giving the skater a strong foundation in all the opportunities skating offers.
Hockey
The Hockey curriculum is designed to teach the fundamentals of hockey skating. In four badge levels, skaters will learn how to be more proficient and agile on the ice. All elements will be taught without a puck. Skaters will learn the basic hockey stance, stride, knee bend, use of edges, and other necessary fundamentals to be successful in hockey practices and game situations.
Ice Explorers is designed for our youngest skaters, ages 2-4 years old. This class utilizes off ice activities/games to help the skaters feel as confident as possible, before we hit the ice!
Snowplow 1-4
Snowplow Sam introductory classes that are divided into four progressive levels allowing children ages 4-6, with no skating experience, to build confidence while learning the basic skills of skating. The skills are designed to teach agility, balance, coordination, and speed.
Basic 1-6
Basic Skills classes teach the FUNdamentals of ice skating and provides the best foundation for figure skating, hockey, and speed skating. The six progressive levels introduce forward and backward skating, stops, edges, crossovers, and turns. (If you have taken some basic skills classes in the past, check out the LTS Skills Review.)
Adult 1-6
The Adult curriculum is designed for both beginning and experienced adult skaters who wish to improve their skating skills. The skills in these levels help promote physical fitness and improve balance and coordination, while teaching proper skating techniques.
Aspire
Aspire is a bridge program to our figure skating club. It is comprised of a variety of progressive skating skills, transitions, spins and jumps, and other disciplines within skating like dance, synchro, competition, and theater on ice, giving the skater a strong foundation in all the opportunities skating offers.
Hockey
The Hockey curriculum is designed to teach the fundamentals of hockey skating. In four badge levels, skaters will learn how to be more proficient and agile on the ice. All elements will be taught without a puck. Skaters will learn the basic hockey stance, stride, knee bend, use of edges, and other necessary fundamentals to be successful in hockey practices and game situations.
Information for parents and students
- Group lessons are on the Indoor Ice Rink unless otherwise specified. Please meet your coach off-ice at this first class. Look for your group's class postings around the edge of the rink. We have reformatted the classes this season: classes will be 30 minutes of instruction + 15 min shared practice ice in Fall/Spring or 10 min dedicated practice ice in Winter 1/2.
- Remember to arrive 15 minutes before the lesson start time.
- Wear gloves and a hat and a couple of layers of clothes (or have them available if the weather is warm outside).
- Bring a towel to wipe the ice off of your skate blades after your lesson.
- Get your skates sharpened at Glacier Ice Rink or Hockeywolf before your first lesson
- Helmets are highly recommended for all beginning skaters.
- Rental Skates:
- Available at the Glacier Ice Rink skate shop. Skates are not included in the class fee. The rink will be offering punch cards for skate rentals this season, $20 for 10 rentals.
- We do recommend that you buy your own skates for lessons as the quality of rental skates and their sharpening varies day by day. Hockeywolf (2621 Brooks St, 406-830-3397) is a good resource for new and used hockey and figure skates. We will also be holding periodic "skate swaps" throughout the year during Learn to Skate.
- Please make it a point to stop in at the Registration Desk for class updates. Beginner groups will also receive name tags at the desk on the first day of lessons. Please keep your badge for the duration of the session and hand it back in on the last day of class.
- Skaters should practice their skating moves at least 1 hour per week outside of class. Check www.glaciericerink.com for the public skate schedule. You can also purchase punch cards and memberships for public skate through Glacier Ice Rink.
- Skaters who have passed Basic Skills Levels 3 and up who are looking to progress at a faster rate should consider joining the figure skating club, getting private lessons, and/or participating in our Skating School program. Come and see us at the Registration Table for more information.
- Please review the LTS Orientation page from USFS.
If the program fee poses a financial hardship, please consider applying for a MFSC need-based scholarship.
Learn to Skate USA Program Coordinator is Erin Bray. Contact Erin at [email protected], or contact your skater’s coach with any questions or concerns.
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