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Begin Your Skating Journey.

Grow your confidence and have FUN on the ice!

Class Location:
5000 Forestwood Dr., Parma OH 44129

Class Time:

Thursdays from 6-7pm (Class & Skill Zone Time, no free practice)
Snowplow & Beginner Basics: CLASS: 6-6:30pm | SKILL ZONE: 6:30-7pm
High Basics & Freeskates: SKILL ZONE: 6-6:30PM | CLASS: 6:30-7PM


NEW: SKILL ZONE
Skill Zone is an included, coach-led clinic included in Forestwood's Learn to Skate. In the Skill Zone, skaters enjoy guided practice, engaging games, and creative skill-building activities that reinforce class concepts, introduce new challenges, and help them progress with confidence toward their next badge! The Skill Zone will replace the practice side.

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Address

Michael A. Ries Rink:

5000 Forestwood Dr., Parma 44134

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Learn, Grow, Love Skating.

In Forestwood's Learn to Skate USA certified program, skaters will learn strong foundational skills in a fun, welcoming environment. Students will progress at their own pace, working towards mastering each skill with the support of their coach and peers. After getting their start in Learn to Skate, skaters can earn badges, perform in ice shows, test, and compete!

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Our class structure (1/2 Class Time, 1/2 Skill Zone) and 7-week session format ensures that your skater is equipped with the ice time they need to master their skills. Our class sizes are limited to small sizes per instructor and assistant(s) to allow for quality, personalized instruction in line with Learn to Skate USA's official policy. Our program is recommended for skaters age 4 through 17.

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Skaters will receive a progress sheet with their badge and certificates to celebrate their completion of each level passed. Skaters are expected to follow rink guidelines and maintain emotional stability to allow for a safe and fun experience for everyone!

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High-Quality Instruction

At Forestwood, we believe skating is about more than learning skills—it’s about building confidence, creating memories, and discovering a lifelong passion for the sport. Our instructors combine years of high-level experience, vast technical knowledge, and a true passion for teaching to guide each skater through every milestone, from their first glide to advanced achievements.

  • ​Are Learn-To-Skate USA Certified

  • Hold one or more USFSA Gold Medalist titles (or equivalent experience): Each Gold Medal represents years of commitment, discipline, and countless hours of training.

  • Have spent time abroad professionally in shows such as Disney on Ice and Holiday on Ice.

  • Have combined backgrounds in Psychology, Child Development, and Biomechanics.

  • Combine decades of competitive, professional, and coaching experience to help each skater build their skills confidently.

Meet Your Instructors:

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Julie Bellomy

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Corey Carbone

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Graceann Demarest

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Holly Gray

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Rachel Gray

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Alexis Martin

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Meredith Schaefer

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Tara Gray

Assistant Instructors:

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Natalie D.

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Aubrie H.

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Abby Kiraly

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Addalyn S.

Class Assistants:

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Savannah H.

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Peyton K.

Melissa M.

"Wanted to send a kudos and thank you to the two instructors that did basic 6 each Thursday this session. I love to see the interaction between the coach and student. My daughter has been in level 6 for awhile but these two coaches have motivated her and continue to show her the skill over again so she understands what she needs to do. I appreciate them taking the time to work with her. She understands she isn’t going to pass until she gets the skill down but having instructors that are encouraging and helpful makes a big difference."

Have Testing / Competition News to Share?
All social media share requests must be submitted by a parent/guardian.
Please include test/competition date, test name and level.

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