BFSC offers Learn to Skate USA–approved skating lessons from September through March. Classes are available for skaters ages 4 and up — adults included!
Classes are held at the SUNY Broome Ice Center, 907 Front Street, Binghamton. Park in Lot #5 (turn onto the SUNY Broome campus at the light across from Starbucks).
Schedule
Saturdays — 11 am – 12 pm
- Session 1 — September 19 – October 17, 2026
- Session 2 — October 24 – November 28, 2026
- Session 3 — December 12, 2026 – January 23, 2027 (no class December 26)
- Session 4 — January 30 – March 20, 2027 (no class February 6 or February 27)
Tuesdays — 5:15–6:15 pm (Sessions 3 & 4 only)
- Session 3 — January 5 – February 9, 2027
- Session 4 — February 16 – March 23, 2027
Fees
Each session includes one lesson per week:
- Session 1 (5 weeks): $95 per skater
- Sessions 2–4 (6 weeks): $114 per skater, each
- Parent Skate: $45 for Session 1; $54 for Sessions 2–4 (skate alongside your child during their practice time)
- LTS USA membership fee: $20 per skater, once per season (required insurance coverage)
Payments are online only — no cash or checks. Skate rentals (sizes K10–Y2) are included in the class fee, first-come, first-served.
Scholarship: The Gene Meadows Memorial Scholarship is available for up to five children who may not be able to participate for financial reasons. Contact us for details.
Refund Policy
Parent Skate is non-refundable.
Lesson refunds follow the schedule below. The $20 LTS USA membership fee is non-refundable, and a $10 processing fee applies if that fee is charged on the transaction.
Session 1 — $95 total fee
Before 1st lesson
$95 lesson fee − $10 processing fee
$85 refund
After 1st lesson
$76 lesson fee − $10 processing fee
$66 refund
After 2nd lesson
No refund, except with a medical excuse from a doctor. Any refund will be determined by the BFSC Board.
Sessions 2–4 — $114 total fee per session
Before 1st lesson
$114 lesson fee − $10 processing fee
$104 refund
After 1st lesson
$95 lesson fee − $10 processing fee
$85 refund
After 2nd lesson
No refund, except with a medical excuse from a doctor. Any refund will be determined by the BFSC Board.
What Will My Skater Learn?
We follow the Learn to Skate USA curriculum:
- Snowplow Sam — preschool-age skaters
- Basic Levels 1–6 — school-age through teens
- Adult Levels — adults and some teens
Classes are organized by age and ability. Skaters advance when they demonstrate proficiency of all skills in a level. You will receive weekly email updates on your skater’s progress.
What to Wear
- Dress in layers — skaters warm up quickly
- Thin socks (heavy socks cause a loose fit around the ankles)
- Gloves or mittens (required on the ice)
- Helmet strongly encouraged for young skaters
- No long skirts or dresses that could catch in skates
Frequently Asked Questions
Are rental skates available?
Club-provided rentals (sizes K10–Y2) are included in the class fee, first-come, first-served. Rink rentals are also available while supplies last. We recommend your own skates for higher-level skaters.
Does my skater need a helmet?
Not required, but strongly encouraged for young skaters. Bicycle and ski helmets work fine. Head protection must not cover the face or obstruct vision.
Can I go on the ice if my child falls?
No — learning to stand back up is a core skill! Instructors and assistants are there to help. Only registered skaters may be on the ice. Parent Skate participants may skate during their child’s practice time only.
Are make-up lessons available?
No. As with any sport, missed classes cannot be made up. Just come back the following week.
Why does my instructor use a phone on the ice?
Instructors use the Leevo app to track attendance and skill progress in real time. You will receive weekly email updates about your skater’s advancement.
What time will my class be?
Each class has 30 minutes of instruction and 30 minutes of practice time. Timing within the hour depends on class count, skill levels, and instructor availability. Check the badge table at the rink on your first day.
Rules at the Rink
- No horseplay — one warning, then removal from the program (no refund)
- No food, drinks, or gum on the ice
- Only registered skaters and BFSC coaches/instructors on the ice
- An adult must be present in the rink at all times for minor skaters
- Spectators must stay in designated areas and may not step onto the ice
- Show good sportsmanship and stay encouraging — all skaters learn at their own pace!