Learn to Skate
Greater Lowell Youth Skating Association (GLYSA) runs a "Learn to Skate" program for aspiring young hockey players to get onto the ice and learn basics of skating, stopping, and edge work. Previous skating experience is not necessary, your child will learn the basics of skating in hopes they will advance to our In-House Development Program.
- The program consists of four 6 Week sessions of instructional learn to skate - The cost of the Each Session is $75 and is due prior to your child's 1st practice.
Ages
Learn to Skate/Play is appropriate for players ages 4-12 if they have not played organized hockey before.
When
The first session begins late September and runs for 6 weeks, 3 additional 6 week sessions run through early March.
Where
Practices are held at the Janas Rink in Lowell, MA.
Practices
The Learn to Skate program practices weekly at 10:00am on Saturdays.
EQUIPMENT
Players will need at a minimum: skates, a helmet and gloves.
Recommended equipment: shin pads, elbow pads, hockey pants, chest protector and cage for helmet.
Jerseys
Players are provided a practice jersey on their first day of practice.
2025-26 Session 1
Learn To Skate Session 1 is the first 6 week long session of our program, starting at the end of September. Tuition cost is $75 for 6 weeks of instruction. This session starts on Saturday 9/27/25 and ends on Saturday 11/1/25.
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