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Learn-to-Speedskate

Speedskating is a great sport for almost anyone. Some skate because they want to race and compete while others skate just for fun and fitness. Most are new to speedskating when they first try although some have experience playing hockey, figure skating and inline skating. Our Learn-to-speedskate sessions are open to boys and girls, men and women. ALL ARE WELCOME! We require gloves and a helmet (bike or hockey is fine) and recommend long sleeve shirts and knee pads.

Mt. Lebanon Recreation Center: Call the rink at 412-561-4363 for information or to enroll. Enrollment is open at any time. Lessons are on Saturday afternoons from 4:40-5:50 pm (year-round, occasional dates excluded). The all inclusive price of $120 for ten lessons includes a half hour of on-ice and a half hour of off-ice instruction from US Speedskating certified coaches. Loaner speedskates are provided. Try it the first time for free! (Free offer applies to Mt. Lebanon Learn-to-speedskate sessions only.) As of September, 2009 there are no sessions scheduled.

RMU Island Sports Center: Call the RMU skating director, Beth Sutton, at 412-397-4469 for information or to enroll. The all inclusive price includes a half hour on-ice and a half hour off-ice instruction and loaner speedskates. Fall and winter sessions for 2009-2010 are scheduled. Check the calendar.