Our Program
Each skater is placed into a team according to their age and ability for optimal growth.
Team training supplements individual lessons for a more cost-effective, holistic, and collaborative approach.
Young Grackles Ice Academy invests in the entire skater through group training and work sessions, mini-group training, and individual lessons on ice.
Skaters work with trainers off the ice on jump technique, strength & conditioning, ballet, IJS education, nutrition and sports psychology. YGIA follows a principled approach to training and follows all US Figure Skating, PSA, and USOC guidelines.
Competitive Team
These are elite level skaters competing in regional, sectional, and national level competitions.
Intermediate Team
These skaters are working on landing all of their double jumps and working on Pre-Juvenille tests and above. The focus is on advanced foundational skills and competing in IJS competitions at qualifying levels.
Developmental Team
These skaters have the basics of skating and are working up to Preliminary tests and landing all of their singles on ice. The focus is on foundational skills, cultivating a competitive skating mindset, and training in a team environment.
Adult Team
This program focuses on skating technique and skills specific to adult skaters in a fun and team-oriented environment.