Virtual Off-Ice Zoom Training Is Now Available for Strength & Conditioning & Nutrition Coaching Only!
All ice skating lessons must be in person at the locations listed above.
Kindly please note that due to ice safety and maintenance concerns, I do not teach skating at any other locations, including local ponds, lakes, synthetic ice, or home rinks.
I also do not offer any ice skating lessons virtually or offer any roller or inline skating lessons.
I've been fully vaccinated and boosted with the Pfizer-BioNTech Vaccine and wear an N95 + UA SportsMask!
All participants (or their parents) accept these Rules, Policies, Fees, Waiver, and Codes of Conduct by scheduling a lesson.
By booking a lesson, you AGREE TO ASSUME THE RISK AND RESPONSIBILITY, TO RELEASE AND TO INDEMNIFY Aimée Ricca, her affiliates, sponsors, representatives, agents, successors and assigns, including the ice rink, host club, local organizing committee and any other entity responsible for the hosting and/or conduct of the Events and Activities (collectively referred to herein as "Coach Aimée"), as follows:
I HAVE READ THIS ASSUMPTION OF RISK, WAIVER AND RELEASE, AND INDEMNIFICATION AGREEMENT, FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS TERMS, UNDERSTAND THAT I AND THE MINOR PARTICIPANT (IF APPLICABLE) HAVE GIVEN UP SUBSTANTIAL RIGHTS BY AGREEING TO BOOK LESSONS WITH COACH AIMÉE. I HAVE AGREED TO THIS VOLUNTARILY WITHOUT ANY INDUCEMENT OR ASSURANCE OF ANY NATURE. I INTEND IT TO BE A COMPLETE AND UNCONDITIONAL RELEASE OF ALL LIABILITY TO THE GREATEST EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW AND AGREE THAT IF ANY PORTION OF THIS AGREEMENT IS HELD TO BE INVALID THAT THE REMAINING PROVISIONS SHALL CONTINUE IN FULL FORCE AND EFFECT.
All skaters have expected to have a current U.S. Figure Skating membership to ensure that you are covered by the sports accident insurance.
You may join U.S. Figure Skating directly, or through your local club.
All U.S. Figure Skating Memberships expire after June 30 of each year. You are expected to renew your membership for the current year that begins July 1, before you have a lesson.
An inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any public place where people are present. COVID-19 is an extremely contagious disease that can lead to severe illness and death. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, senior citizens and guests with underlying medical conditions are especially vulnerable. People who show no symptoms can spread COVID-19 if they are infected.
Due to the indoor environment, varying ventilation systems, colder temperatures, humidity levels, and proximity to other people ice rinks may present a high-risk environment.
Neither the rinks or your coach are able to guarantee that you will not be exposed during your visit. You should evaluate your risk in determining whether to skate and take lessons.
By booking a lesson and visiting the rink you voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19 and release Coach Aimée from any and all liability related thereto.
Private Lessons, Personal Training, and Nutrition Coaching Fees*:
* Beginning July 1, 2022, pricing for ALL RINKS will be the same as the current pricing listed for Mennen and Virtual.
The cost of admission to the ice session is IN ADDITION to the private lesson rate. You must pay for BOTH admission to the ice session and your lesson - there are no exceptions.
Admission to the ice session will vary depending on the type of session and the rink. Be sure to check with the respective rink for ice session schedule and pricing.
Aimée is an independent contractor and not employed by the rinks. I am only paid when you pay for your lesson.
Please check your receipt and ensure that you have paid the proper amount for your lesson (as listed in your confirmation) as well as for admission to the ice. If you fail to pay the correct amount, your coach will not be paid appropriately.
Coaches pay a commission to the ice rinks in order to the use the ice. We also pay our own expenses including but not limited to PPE, mileage, liability and health insurance, required professional licenses, credentials, equipment, and taxes.
Lessons can only be taught when the rink makes ice available for public or freestyle sessions, provided that Aimée is also available. For the best availability, it is recommended that you book a week, or more in advance. Standing lessons, that occur weekly - or several times a week, have priority.
All lessons are subject to the rink schedules. The rinks can, sometimes do, change their schedules. Any changes made by the rink to their schedule may cause a confirmed appointment to change. We do our best to keep up with rink schedules and adjust appointments as may be necessary.
To keep expenses in check, Aimée's schedule will vary from the rink's schedule. Unless another lesson is booked back to back, a one-hour minimum lesson may be required. The best way to book your lessons is online.
Each rink has slightly different payment policies: Please view the payment page for details.
Ice sessions must be paid before they begin and there are no refunds if you decide to end the session early.
The pricing for ice sessions, and rental skates if you need them, are not included in the private lesson fee and varies depending on the rink and the type of session.
Your lesson time begins at the time that was scheduled, regardless of your arrival time.
If you arrive late, you will be charged for the full amount of the lesson and your lesson will not be extended. Be ready, with skates, helmet, and gloves on, and prepared to skate at the time scheduled, as often lessons are scheduled back to back.
Please note that most rinks do not rent helmets and beginner skaters are required to provide their own. Please read the page about equipment here.
* Lesson Cancelation Policy
Competition Fees
Virtual Testing Fees & Information:
In-Person Testing Fees & Information
All skaters must adhere to this Code of Conduct at all times.
Coach Aimée is committed to creating a safe and positive environment for skaters physical, emotional and social development and ensuring that she promotes an environment free of misconduct. This Skater Code of Conduct has been established to ensure the safety of all skaters working with Aimée to ensure quality practice time for all.
All skaters must follow and uphold the provisions in this Skater Code of Conduct regarding behavior on and off the ice. All skaters are expected to exhibit good sportsmanship and be courteous toward their fellow skaters, coaches, parents/guardians of skaters, U.S. Figure Skating officials and guests.
Remember “The Golden Rule:” treat other people like you want to be treated — with respect.
Ice Etiquette and Safety:
Unsafe or discourteous behavior of any kind will not be tolerated.
All parents must adhere to this Code of Conduct at all times.
Coach Aimée is committed to creating a safe and positive environment for skaters’ physical, emotional and social development and ensuring that she promotes an environment free of misconduct.
Parents hereby agree that:
Public Skating sessions are the least expensive and acceptable for beginner skaters. Please check the public session schedule for each rink's times and pricing - this can vary from week to week.
As a skater progresses, it can become difficult to practice some skills, such as backward skating/spirals/lunges/spins/jumps, during a Public session and Freestyle sessions are recommended.
Competitive or testing programs (routines) may not be practiced on Public sessions.
Each rink has rules regarding Public sessions. Please check with the rink and abide by the rules.
Aimée does not teach on Public skating sessions at Mennen Arena or Skylands Ice World at this time.
Once a skater has progressed to the elements in Learn to Skate Basic 4, or is working on a competitive or testing program (routine), Freestyle Ice is recommended.
Please check each rink's Freestyle schedule for times and pricing - this can vary from week to week.
Please view U.S. Figure Skating's guidelines for Freestyle Etiquette and Safety Rules. Additionally, every rink has its own rules regarding Freestyle sessions. Please check with the rink and abide by the rules.
All skaters must have a current U.S. Figure Skating Membership to skate on Freestyle sessions - there are no exceptions!
Parents please note the following:
If You OR Anyone in Your Household is Sick, OR Has a Fever of 100.4 or higher, OR Is Unvaccinated and Has Been Exposed to Anyone That Is Sick OR Has a Fever:
In order to return to the ice, following a medical cancellation, you must follow these guidelines:
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