Skating School

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Penguin Skating School – Autumn Season 2026

At the Penguin Skating School, children can grow as skaters step by step. Progress within the school is based on the child's age, skill development, training volume, and personal goals. Achievements are celebrated with "Star Diplomas," which encourage children to track their progress and learn new skills.

The skating school is intended for children aged 3 to 7.

At PeSal’s skating school, children learn the fundamentals of skating under the guidance of professional coaches. Skating is suitable for everyone—no prior experience on the ice is required. To get started, all you need is an eagerness to learn, skates, a warm base layer worn under comfortable warm-up clothes, a fleece jacket, gloves, and a helmet or protective headband.

Ice skating is a fantastic hobby that fosters motor skills and perseverance. Skating school focuses on fundamental skating skills that are beneficial for both everyday physical activity and future pursuits—whether the goal is figure skating, ice hockey, or simply feeling more confident on the ice. Skating develops qualities such as balance, mobility, proper posture, rhythmic movement, and self-expression. Fast-paced figure skating, which demands strength and speed, is also well-suited for athletic boys. The best way to learn to skate is without a hockey stick, and many ice hockey players actually began their skating journey in a figure skating school.

PeSal organizes a "Penguin" skating school on

Mondays from 17:10 to 18:00 at the Peurunka ice rink.

The autumn season of the skating school begins on Monday, September 14, 2026, and runs until mid-December.

Price: €140 per season, including club membership.

Registration here

At PeSal’s skating school, children have the opportunity to learn the basics of skating through high-quality professional coaching. These foundational skills can become the basis for a lifelong skating journey—whether in figure skating or ice hockey.
The skating school focuses on basic skating skills, and no previous skating experience is required. To get started, children only need enthusiasm for learning, skates, warm underlayers beneath comfortable training clothes, a fleece jacket, gloves, and a helmet or protective headband.

Skating is an excellent hobby that develops motor skills and perseverance. It also improves posture, movement rhythm, expression, and balance. Fast-paced and physically demanding figure skating is also a great fit for athletic boys. Learning to skate is easier without a stick, and many top ice hockey players began their skating careers in figure skating schools!

For any questions, you can email: pj.pesal@gmail.com

INSTRUCTIONS FOR SKATING SCHOOL PARTICIPANTS

SKATING EQUIPMENT

Skates are the most important piece of equipment for any skater.
A child can start skating school with recreational skates, figure skates, or hockey skates.

However, proper figure skates will provide the best foundation for learning. Good-quality figure skates offer strong ankle support and have a figure-skating blade, which makes it easier to develop correct skating technique.

Figure skates are sold in shops that specialise in figure skating equipment. Many stores also offer used skates, as high-quality figure skates are durable and can be resold several times.

You can ask the club’s representatives or your group instructor for advice when purchasing skates. PeSal also has a selection of used figure skates available, so you might be able to get a good pair at an affordable price directly from the rink.

How to Fit Skates Properly | Ice Skate Fitting Tips

Proper Use and Care of Skates

Correct use and maintenance of skates are extremely important.
• Tie the skates so that they are tightest at the ankle. You can make an initial knot at this point.
• At the top of the boot, there should be enough space to fit a finger between the boot and the tongue.
• Always use hard blade guards when walking outside the ice.
• Dry the blades carefully after each use.
• Use soft cloth blade covers or fabric bags when storing the skates.
• Clean the boot regularly, check the screws, and replace the laces if necessary.
• Have figure skates sharpened by a professional who specialises in figure-skate sharpening.

Clothing for Skating School

Dress your child in warm, flexible, layered clothing, as ice rinks are cold.
A good combination is a tracksuit/softshell suit or thick leggings with warm underlayers as needed, such as a thin wool base layer.
• Remember to wear gloves or mittens.
• A helmet is not mandatory but recommended for younger skaters.
• Make sure no sand or dirt is carried onto the ice from clothing or shoes.
• Label all your child’s belongings.

Before the First Class

When a skater attends skating school for the first time, they will receive a skating school passport at registration. A sticker is added to the passport for each session attended.

Arrive at the ice rink well in advance. It is much easier to start the class when the skates have been tied calmly and you are not rushing onto the ice.
Please ensure your child has used the restroom before the lesson begins.

Parents’ Role During Lessons

Children can best focus on the lesson when:
• parents watch the practice from the stands or the café.

Parents are not allowed to watch the class in areas of the rink without plexiglass, nor are they allowed to enter the ice with their child.

Please note:
• The mats next to the rink are intended for skaters — no walking on them with shoes.
• The bench/players’ area in the rink may not be used without skates.

End of Season

Skating school participants will receive a participation diploma on the final skating school session of the season.

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