Private and Group Lessons.
Great for Individuals, Small Groups, Homeschoolers, and Families
Children and Adults-- anyone and everyone.
Skating-- great for the whole family!
Beginners Learn-To-Skate Class!
You will learn the basics of roller skating in the Beginner Classes:
How to get rolling
How to stop
Falling safety and how to get up
Forwards skating
Backwards skating
One-foot balancing techniques
Turns
Crossovers
And MORE!!!
Classes are 1 hour long.
Space is limited! Classes are small for the best individual instruction.
Tuition per class/ per student (includes rink and rental fee, plus tax): $18:00.
We are in the process of scheduling classes for Gilmer Starplex on Wednesdays. For the REO Starplex in Longview, classes are being scheduled for Tuesday mornings. If you’re interested, please let us know, and we will try to see what can be worked out.
For additional questions or to Pre-register, message or call Rink Ratz: (903) 347-3306
This class is designed for quad roller skates, but inline skates are acceptable (not all skills taught will apply to inlines).
There are 5 levels of progression in the Beginners Class. The progression of students’ skills will determine the number of lessons necessary to complete “Beginners”. While completing 5 lessons is ideal for progressing through the 5 levels, additional classes may be necessary. At a minimum, each level takes one lesson; some individuals require more time to complete.
Additional lessons may be available for those interested in some basics of Figure/Artistic Skating.
Class Schedules
Classes are on a rotating schedule. Registration is required; no walk-ins.
Currently scheduling for Summer 2026. Below is a tentative schedule. Class times may change. Classes may be added, moved, or removed. Contact us for additional information.
Gilmer Starplex
Wednesdays, beginning July 1 (Lord willing):
Gilmer Starplex- Learn-To-Skate Class (Space Available)
Class: 3:00-4:00 pm
Check-in: 3:00-3:10 pm
Warm-up: 3:00-3:15 pm
CLASS STARTS PROMPTLY AT 3:15!
Gilmer Starplex- Advanced Class (Space Available)
Class: 4:00-5:00 pm
Check-in: 4:00-5:10 pm
Warm-up: 4:00-4:15 pm
CLASS STARTS PROMPTLY AT 4:15!
Gilmer Starplex- Learn-To-Skate Class (Space Available)
Class: 6:00-7:00 pm
Check-in: 6:00-6:10 pm
Warm-up: 6:00-6:15 pm
CLASS STARTS PROMPTLY AT 6:15!
Gilmer Starplex- Learn-To-Skate Class (Space Available)
Class: 7:00-8:00 pm
Check-in: 7:00-7:10 pm
Warm-up: 7:00-7:15 pm
CLASS STARTS PROMPTLY AT 7:15!
REO Starplex (Longview)
Tuesdays, beginning June 30 (Lord willing):
REO Starplex (Longview)- Learn-To-Skate Class (Space Available)
Class: 11:00-12:00 pm
Check-in: 11:00-11:10 pm
Warm-up: 11:00-11:15 pm
CLASS STARTS PROMPTLY AT 11:15!
REO Starplex (Longview)- Learn-To-Skate Class (Class Full)
Class: 12:00-1:00 pm
Check-in: 12:00-12:10 pm
Warm-up: 12:00-12:15 pm
CLASS STARTS PROMPTLY AT 12:15!
This class is designed for quad roller skates, but inline skates are acceptable (not all skills taught will apply to inlines).
Class participants are encouraged to stay for or attend additional Skating Sessions in addition to the class to practice what they have learned (best after lessons 3 or 4, which will be advised by the Coach). Additional practice between classes is greatly encouraged-- the more you put into practice, the more you will get out of the classes.
There will also be at-home activities recommended to help build skills —these are strongly encouraged to help move through the classes quickly and easily.
There are 5 levels of progression in the Beginners Class. The progression of students’ skills will determine the number of lessons necessary to complete “Beginners”. While 5 lessons are ideal to complete the 5 levels, additional classes may be necessary.
Additional lessons may be available for those interested in some basics of Figure Skating.
All skaters skate at their own risk.
To participate, students/parents must sign a liability waiver form.
No "Dropping Off" of children; parents must remain at the rink or make arrangements with the Coach.
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