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Learn to skate at the Ice Palace

Lessons for all ages begin January 11, 2014

Debby Dodson, 509.625.6623


Monday, December 30, 2013 at 10:09 a.m.


Register online or via My Spokane at 509.625.6200

Learn to Skate Classes for ages 4+ including adults; Saturdays 10 am beginning January 11.
  • Details: 6 weeks | Ages 4+ Everyone's favorite, fun winter program offers beginning lessons in an easy to learn format. The skills taught include skating forward, backward, stopping, crossovers and jumps appropriate for each skill level. Fees include lessons, skate rental and 5 free admissions. Helmets and outdoor clothing are recommended. Riverfront Park Ice Palace.
Parent/Tot Skate Lessons for ages 3+ Tuesdays 10 am beginning January 14
  • Details: Ages 3+ This is a wonderful opportunity to share learning a lifelong skill with your child. The price allows for both participants to learn skating fundamentals. Fee includes lessons, skate rental and 5 free admissions. Helmets and outdoor clothing are recommended. $40 for 2 parents and child. $19 for additional child.
Home school and Adult Lessons for ages 6+ Fridays beginning January 10
  • Details: 5 weeks | Ages 6+ Ice skating is for everyone and these lessons are tailored for beginners. The skills taught include skating, forward, backward, stopping and crossovers. Fees include lessons, skate rental and 5 free admissions. Helmets and outdoor clothing are recommended.

About Riverfront Park

The City of Spokane's Riverfront Park is considered one of the most scenic urban parks in the nation. With over 100 acres to explore, much of it located on an island, you are sure to discover the magnificent Spokane Falls and River, the Expo '74 Pavilion, 1902 Clocktower, 1909 Looff Carrousel, the Sculpture Walk which includes the Riverfront Rotary Interactive Fountain, giant Red Wagon, garbage eating goat, Vietnam Memorial, Centennial Trail bike path, Havermale Point and inviting meadows and conservation areas. In addition to the abundant scenery, Riverfront Park offers year round fun and entertaining options for the whole family. The 1909 Looff Carrousel, SkyRide Over the Falls, Giant Screen IMAX Theatre, Pavilion Amusement Rides and outdoor covered Ice Palace will engage guests for a full day of opportunities. Riverfront Park is also the host of the largest regional events including Bloomsday, Hoopfest, Pig Out in the Park, 4th of July Festival, First Night Celebration, Pow Wow and the Armed Forces Torchlight Parade.