Johnny's IceHouse · Chicago, IL · Run by Johnny's Icehouse
Weekly series: September 1 – November 21 · Tuesdays, Saturdays, Sundays
This is a beginner skating class that teaches basic balance, falling and getting up, gliding, stopping, crossovers, and backward skating. It is intended for children new to skating and uses certified coaches.
Register on official site →Verify with the rink before traveling.
The real foundation. Everything in hockey is built on this.
Skates and helmet (bike or hockey). Snow pants and gloves for little kids. No hockey gear needed; many programs actually prefer figure or plain skates early.
The full parent's guide to Learn to Skate →