Practice Ice Sessions and Private Lessons

Darwin Ice Skating has allocated dedicated practice ice time for skaters in Aussie Skate Free Skate 1 and above. Sessions include 45 minutes on two weekdays, 45 minutes on Sundays from 8:45am, and a 30-minute session between Sunday public skating sessions.

Please note that these are not group lessons. Skaters have already completed forms for group lessons, and confirmations with scheduled times will be sent via text message separately. These sessions are additional to the group lessons and designed for self-practice, allowing skaters to progress more quickly by developing skills, building confidence, and improving consistency. Each session is limited to a maximum of 9 skaters.

Most 1-on-1 lessons will take place during these practice sessions and can be booked in addition to your selected practice times.

Term 2 2026 – Proposed Schedule and Fees

Practice Ice Time (Only)
Please read the details carefully:

• Tuesdays: 3:45pm – 4:30pm | $252 for 9 weeks | Max 9 skaters | Apr 21 – June 16 (Coach available)
• Thursdays: 3:45pm – 4:30pm | $252 for 9 weeks | Max 9 skaters | Apr 23 – June 18 (Coach available)
• Sundays: 8:45am – 9:30am | $252 for 9 weeks | Max 9 skaters | Apr 26 – June 21 (Coach available)
• Sundays: 11:05am – 11:30am | $153 for 9 weeks | Max 9 skaters | Apr 26 – June 21 (Coach available)

1-on-1 Private Lessons

Skaters may book private lessons during the practice sessions listed above.

• $37 per 22-minute lesson (weekdays and weekends)
• $25 per 15-minute lesson (weekends only)

Skaters intending to compete are strongly encouraged to attend two or more sessions per week. For example, skaters who attended only once per week in previous terms typically received just 2–3 private lessons across the term, which is often insufficient for learning and refining routines. Attending multiple sessions provides more opportunities for lessons and essential practice time.

Points to Note

• Weekday sessions: Ice is freshly prepared by the Zamboni, providing optimal conditions for practising spins, jumps, and turns.
• Sunday 11:05am session: Ice will be scraped between sessions. Skaters with a 1-on-1 lesson will begin at 11:00am; all other skaters start at 11:05am.
• All sessions are subject to sufficient enrolment and final confirmation.
• One make-up session per term is permitted for non-medical reasons. A doctor’s certificate is required for medical absences.
• Fees are not refundable if make-up sessions are unable to be completed in the same term.

Please respond by 12pm, Sunday 19 April 2026 to indicate your interest. Kindly include your preferred day(s) and whether you would like to book 1-on-1 lessons.