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Enhance Poise, Posture, Rhythm, & Timing!
Develop self-esteem, self-confidence, self-discipline, and self-reliance by mastering and performing skating skills that enhance balance and coordination.
ASPIRE Skaters Receiving Test Certificates
ASPIRE Skater Aashritha Jaiganesh Awarded Bronze Medal in Excel Beginner at the Westchester Open!
Learn to Train as a Figure Skater!
Aspire classes are geared toward the levels of the skaters enrolled.
For skaters of multiple levels, we use skill matching to include every skater and ensure that they are learning new skills and improving existing ones. While the program at Ice Vault is open to skaters starting at Basic 4, it can go up through Learn to Skate Free Skate 6 and Preliminary moves in the field.
Aspire is meant to supplement Learn to Skate classes and even private lessons. Aspire does not follow the Learn to Skate USA curriculum. Rather, it incorporates skating skills and off-ice training into a higher-level group program.
Through the development of athleticism and skill, Aspire helps skaters build a solid foundation that drives success on and off the ice. Skaters will learn how to warm up like a champion, navigate freestyle sessions, and practice independently.
Skaters are strongly encouraged to continue their group lessons until their complete Learn to Skate USA Basic 1-6 or ISI Delta while they are enrolled in Aspire. Private lessons are also encouraged if skaters
Coach Aimée Skating Academy Skater Efstathia Bermudez Petrakos Performing at the New York Showcase
Arjun really loves your class. You are really good at what you do!
Vivek J., Parent of Aspire Program Skater
Sample Class Agenda
Off-Ice Warm-Up (10-15 minutes)
Edge Class (15 minutes)
Curriculum Sampling (15-25 minutes)
- Intro to Moves in the Field (Skating Skills)
- Intro to Frees Skating (Jumps, Spins, and navigating Freestyle Sessions)
- Artistry in Motion
- Interpretive Skating
- Theatre On Ice
Stroking Class or Practice Time (10-15 minutes)
Off-Ice Cool Down or Activity (15-20 minutes)
Meet Your Coach!
Coach Aimée Ricca is PSA Ranked & Rated, ISI Gold Judge + ISSA Certified Elite Trainer
- PSA Registered Ratings: Moves/Skating Skills Coach, Program Director, Group Instructor
- PSA Ranking: L1S-20
- ISI Certified Gold Judge
- PSA Certified in Hockey Skating 1, 2, 3, 4
- ISSA Certified Personal Trainer, Strength & Conditioning Specialist, Youth Fitness Coach, Nutritionist Coach
I became a coach to help aspiring skaters avoid making the mistakes that I made. I've suffered injuries, and been exhausted and frustrated because I couldn't access the right program and tools to achieve my goals properly. I learned everything the hard way by seeking instruction, information, and inspiration.
My approach is unique because I am skilled in on-ice development and off-ice strength and conditioning to optimize on-ice performance, nutrition, and health coaching.
I now work with skaters, parents, and even other coaches – because I believe every skater deserves the opportunity to take their performance to the next level under the guidance of a coach who has been there and genuinely wants to help them succeed on the ice and in life!
Progress Faster!
Aspire to Excellence!
Progress Faster!
Aspire to Excellence!
Aspire to Excellence!
Aspire to Excellence!
Have Questions?
I'm happy to answer any questions you may have!
You may also feel free to read my FAQ page here.
