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Greetings!
Summer is fast approaching and the Ice Zone is a great place to stay cool during the next few months!
Both the Ice Zone and SkateNation Plus have camps and classes for all ages and levels this summer.
August 22 the Ice Zone will be hosting their first USFS Basic Skills competition! Click here for the entry form. If you are taking group lessons, be sure to ask your coach what competitions are all about! All skaters enrolled in classes & private lessons are welcome to compete!
All of the pictures (courtesy of Focus on Sports) in this newsletter are skaters from the Spring Splash.
For more information on any of the programs at RIZ, please contact Gaby Corcoran: 378-7465 x204 or gaby@richmondicezone.com.
For more information about the programs at SkateNation Plus, contact Lea Rizer or Olga Mudrak at: 364-1477 x119
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| SUMMER HAPPENINGS |
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 Two Buc Tuesdays - RIZ
Public Skating for just $2!!! Every Tuesdays night during the summer (skate rental not included). Stay cool this summer - for less! Starts Tuesday, June 16th.
Click here for the Ice Zone schedule
Basic Skills Membership
If you are a current Preferred Member you are eligible to take the summer session of classes for 50% off!!! (RIZ and SNP)
To get this great deal next year, be sure to sign up for 10 months of classes at a reduced price starting in September. More information coming soon!
Summer Soak Basic Skills Competition
Take part in the Ice Zone's First Annual Summer Soak Competition! All basic skills levels will be offered as well as Test Track and Well Balanced programs through Preliminary.
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| SUMMER CAMPS |
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Mini Camp at the Ice Zone
Learn the basics of ice skating in this three day camp: June 22 - 24 and August 10 - 12
Click here to sign up!
Day Camp at SkateNation Plus
Spend the day learning and improving your skills. The skaters present a show at the end of the week!
Click here to sign up:
Freestyle Camp at the Ice Zone
Skaters will participate ice classes such as: stroking, edge, footwork, spin, jump and artistry. Skaters will also have an off ice conditioning class each day. For skaters Basic 8 & up.
Click here to sign up!
Freestyle Classes in July
3 weeks of classes on Mondays and Wednesdays that will focus on axels, spins and artistry/presentation. For skaters Freeskate 4 & up.
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| SUMMER CLASSES |
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The Ice Zone & SkateNation Plus has classes for all levels this Summer!
Basic Skills Classes - Weekly classes run all year long at the Ice Zone & SkateNation Plus! Continue working on your skills or join for the first time!
Hockey U (RIZ & SNP)- Hockey U runs all summer and skaters can join at any time. Learn to play hockey for the fall league! Click here for more information:
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| SKATER SPOTLIGHT |
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The following skaters competed in the May Day Competition in Laurel, MD - congratulations skaters!
Freestyle 1: Abbie Markel 2nd place
Preliminary FS: Ellie Mikawa 1st place, Reshini Premaratne 3rd place, Marina Capatina 4th place
Preliminary Artistic: Marina Capatina 4th place 
Many skaters participated in the 2009 Spring Splash at the Richmond Ice Zone!
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| COACHES CORNER |
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Skate & Blade Tips
by coach Stefanie David Jenkins 
When you have a pair of skates, do you ever wonder whether or not you have enough ankle support? Or why you are having so much trouble staying on a straight line with a one foot glide?
Here are some helpful tips:
Before you get a pair of skates, hold the skate upside down by the top of the skate. If the skate leans or flops over, there is not enough ankle support. When you start to do elements such as 3-turns, waltz jumps or spins, you need ankle support. Sometimes you have plenty of support but cannot hold a one foot glide. Have you ever noticed you either pronate or supinate (when you stand with your feet together side by side and your feet roll inwards or out)? This might just mean you need to get your blade moved to find YOUR center of balance. If your sole is plastic, it may be difficult to move the blades. With the leather sole (or what looks like wood) blades can be moved.
Also, be sure to lace your skates up correctly. When you lace up your skates, start at the bottom, pull tightly and move upward on the skate. Just before you get to the hooks, tie it and tug on the laces. When lacing up the hooks, make sure you keep your ankle nice and straight. Some skaters like to have their skates tighter than others, but please make sure to keep the skates snugly tied.
These are just a few helpful tips when you buy a pair of skates or if you already have a pair. If you are not sure about the skates you have, do not hesitate to ask one of our coaches. Any one of them will be more than happy to help! |
| ICE SHOWS |
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 Skate4Babies - Ice Zone
Summer on Ice - SkateNation Plus
The skaters at SkateNation Plus will put on a show of their programs. Saturday, June 6 at 12:00pm. Tickets are $5. Call Olga Mudrak or Lea Rizer for more information: 364-1477 x119 |
| SKATING TIP |
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 Taking Care of your Skates
Having well maintained skates is just as important as practicing your skills. Here are a few tips to make sure your skates are in great shape...
Even if you are only a casual skater, the metal blades on your ice skates need to be kept sharp and in good condition in order to perform the best. How often you need to sharpen them depends on how many hours a week you use your skates; once every session will definitely be sufficient for skaters in a Basic Skills program. Sharp skates will help skaters acquire their skills easier and move faster across the ice with significantly less slippage. Blades also needs to be kept dry - make sure that you dry your blades after every skating session and cover them with soakers to dry up any condensation and to protect the blades from nicks.
Your boots also need attention! As the summer approaches there will be a significant amount of humidity. After you are done skating for the day, open your bag and pull your tongues back so the boot can air out. If skates are left in your car all summer (in a closed bag), they can grow mold when can lead to the leather breaking down! Taking the time to air out your boots will lead to a longer boot life.
You can leave your skates for sharpening any time at the Front Desk. Just leave your name, number, and the day/time that you will be back to pick up your skates, and we will do the rest!
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See you on the ice!
Sincerely,
The Richmond Ice Zone
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