We hope you enjoy this first edition of The Colonial Blade. In this newsletter, there is a wealth of information about the many things going on here at Colonial. We are planning to publish the Blade twice-monthly, and welcome your feedback. In addition to sending this via email, we will also have print copies available in the Colonial office, so please stop by to pick one up. | |
UPCOMING DATES
Monday, August 30 at 9:00 a.m.
Member Pre-booking closes. After this time, all member and non-member ice will be billed at the Walk-on rate.
Tuesday, September 7
Fall Ice Session begins, and runs 14 weeks through December 11.
September 8
Edge & Performance Class begins
September 8, 9 & 10
Masters, Adult and Open Masters Synchro teams begin.
September 9
Theatre on Ice Fall Classes begin
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COMPETITIONS
We are excited to see many of our skaters planning to compete at upcoming competitions this Fall.
We have skaters registered for the
Providence Open and Little New England Championships in Providence, RI September 11 to 12, 2021; the Boston Open in Norwood, MA September 30 to October 03, 2021; the Autumn Harvest Open on October 11; the North Star Open on October 23; and the 2022 U.S. Figure Skating Championship Series in Norwood, MA November 09 to 13, and in Leesburg, VA October 27 to 30.
We are excited to have Colonial represented at these outstanding competitions, and wish our skaters the best of luck!
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ATHLETE ADVISORY
Attention High School Age Skaters! We are planning now to resume the Athlete Advisory Committee and looking for skaters to become leaders for this year’s committee. Positions available may include: Chair, Vice-Chair, Secretary and Treasurer, as well as managers for activities such as events, fundraising, buddy program, marketing and community service. If you are in grades 9-12, and interested in becoming involved, please email aac@colonialfsc.com by September 6.
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ON ICE
EDGE & PERFORMANCE
Wednesdays
4:40 PM - 5:25 PM
September 8th - October 20th (FALL 1)
7 weeks - $125
ASPIRE SYNCHRO CLINIC
Wednesdays
4:40 PM - 5:25 PM
October 27 through January 5
10 weeks - $200
THEATRE ON ICE SESSIONS
Introductory Level
This is an introductory TOI experience for skaters from the Basic Skills 5 through Freeskate 6 levels.
THURSDAYS
6:30 - 7:15 PM - ON ICE
- Sept. 9th - Sept. 30th - 4 Weeks ($100)
- Oct. 7th - Oct. 28th - 4 Weeks ($100)
- Nov. 4th - Dec. 30th - 8 Weeks ($200)
Intermediate / Open Level
Broadway Blades is an Intermediate/Open team, which means that 100% of the team must have passed the USFSA Pre-Preliminary Moves in the Field Test. There are no level restrictions.
THURSDAYS
5:15 - 6:15 PM - OFF ICE
6:30 - 8:00 PM - ON ICE
Sept. 9th 2021 - Sept. 30th - 4 weeks ($300.00)
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OFF-ICE
DYNAMIC STRENGTH
SATURDAYS
11:45 AM -12:45 PM
taught by Barbara Kossowska
In this high intensity class, athletes will participate in strength, conditioning, quickness, and off ice jump exercises. Additionally, athletes will engage in dynamic stretching and flexibility training.
SMALL GROUP POWER, PRECISION & PLYOMETRICS
MONDAYS
6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
(limited to first 6 athletes that sign up)
taught by Danielle David
Each class will focus on precise positions and movements that increase strength, explosiveness, and power. Athletes will also perform plyometrics and jumps specific exercises.
SMALL GROUP DYNAMIC STRENGTH
WEDNESDAYS
5:50-6:20
(limited to first 6 athletes that sign up)
taught by Barbara Kossowska
In this high intensity class, each week athletes will participate in strength, conditioning, quickness, or off ice jump exercises.
EQUIPMENT NEEDED FOR ALL CLASSES
- 2 wrap-around ankle/wrist weights
- Closed loop resistance bands
- Yoga mat
- Jump rope
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LEARN TO SKATE
Learn to Skate is a joint program run by the Colonial Figure Skating Club and the Nashoba Skating School. All lessons are taught by Skating Professionals.
UPCOMING SESSIONS
Fall 1 September 8 - October 31, 2021
Fall 2 November 3 - December 29, 2021
(no class on December 25th and December 26th)
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ASPIRE ADVANCED SKILLS
Colonial's ASPIRE Advanced Skills program is the next step after learn to skate classes. Instruction is comprised of a variety of progressive skating skills, including transitions, spins and jumps, all of which build on previous skills, providing skaters a strong foundation of all elements. Within this positive and interactive group format, skaters will also experience introductions to some of our other skating programs like synchronized skating, theater on ice and artistry in motion.
Fall Session
September 7th - December 12, 2021
MONDAYS
4:50 - 5:35 PM ON ICE
5:45 - 6:15 PM OFF ICE
13 weeks - $325
THURSDAYS
4:50 - 5:35 PM ON ICE
5:45 - 6:15 PM OFF ICE
13 weeks - $325
SUNDAYS
12:30 - 1:00 PM ON ICE
1:10 - 1:55 PM OFF ICE
14 weeks - $350
No classes on Labor Day and Thanksgiving.
$30 Registration Fee for Non-Members
Walk-In per class (must pre-register online)
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It’s not too late to join our team, we still have spots open on our Preliminary team, and ASPIRE level.
Synchronized skating is a popular discipline both within U.S. Figure Skating and around the world. Synchronized skating is a team sport in which 8-20 skaters perform a program together.
There are so many benefits to participating in a team sport, and synchronized skating is a great way for figure skaters to compete in a sport they love while enjoying all of the aspects of working with others in a team-oriented sport.
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Our next In-Person test session will be held
October 21, 2021
Registration now open
Deadline to register: Thursday, Oct 07, 2021 @ 10:00 PM
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Congratulations to the following skaters who passed tests in May and June 2021!
Kate Doolan - Rocker Foxtrot and Tango
Mara Dunn - Pre-Juv Moves in the Field
Avery Heppenstall - Prelim Free skate
Sophia Jiang - Rocker Foxtrot
Shanvi Kumar - Juvenile Moves in the Field
Ellie Lassonde - Intermediate Free Skate
Carina Lee - Pre-Juvenile Free Skate
Sophia Li - Intermediate Free Skate
Antonia Luciw - Prelim Moves in the Field
Alice Marcotte - Pre-Prelim Free Skate
Tara Viswanathan - Juvenile Moves in the Field
Leah Wolk - Intermediate Free Skate
Sarah Zhou - Prelim Free Skate and Intermediate Moves in the Field
Colonial celebrates excellence, as we strive for the highest standards in all endeavors. So that we can honor our champions, recognize achievement at all levels, and inspire skaters to reach new goals, we are seeking members to join our Awards and Recognition Committee. Please email patty@colonialfsc.com if you are interested or want to learn more about this committee.
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Please make sure to visit the “Get Involved” page on our website to learn more about our Volunteer Program. Many of our membership levels require a family volunteer contribution to the club, and your contributions of time and talent are what keeps Colonial strong! On that page, you will find important links:
- Volunteer Program Manual - learn about what the club needs and annual opportunities
- Volunteer Pre-Registration Form - please complete this form as soon as possible. This will allow you to plan ahead for your volunteer service, and help the club to fill needed positions.
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Member Pre-booking closes on Monday, August 30, at which time ice contracts are final. Open Booking, at Walk-on prices, continues for both members and non-members through September 6. This is a great opportunity for members to add sessions above their Pre-book limit, or for non-members to reserve the ice they want for the entire Fall session. Please see the Ice Booking and Programs Manual, found on the Ice Booking Portal page of our website, for details and instructions. | |
COLONIAL FIGURE SKATING CLUB | www.colonialfsc.com
(978) 263-3450 • customerservice@colonialfsc.com
P.O. Box 517, West Acton, MA 01720
34 Massachusetts Ave, Boxborough, MA 01719
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