Learn to Skate at Franciscan Health Pavilion at Bulldog Park (Ages 3 and Older)
Looking for some fun winter activities this year? Our Learn to Skate program will kick off Nov. 29, 2022! Stay tuned for registration start dates!
This season, we will have two, six-week sessions with classes meeting once a week. Session 1 begins the week of Nov. 28 and runs through the week of Jan. 1. Session 2 begins the week of Jan. 15 and runs through the week of Feb. 20. Due to the nature of an outdoor rink and unpredictable weather, all canceled classes will be made up the week following the end of a session.
Our classes are open for skaters of all levels and all ages! See below for more details on all class options! If you’re still not sure where to start, let us know! We will find the right fit for you and your skater!
Tots (Ages 3 to 5)
The goal of our Tot class is to teach our youngest skaters how to be on the ice safely while having fun! Helmets are STRONGLY recommended. Skate rental is included in the class fee.
Skills learned in this class include:
- Skate safety
- Proper way to fall down and stand up
- Forward marching
- Backward wiggles
- Dips
For safety reasons, class sizes will be limited to EIGHT skaters per class. Classes will be offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5-5:45 p.m., and Saturdays from 8-8:45 a.m. Depending on the popularity of the classes, we may add a second class on each of the days.
Beginners 1 (Ages 6-12)
Similar to the Tot class, the Beginner 1 class will focus on skate safety, as well as the basics of skating. Helmets are STRONGLY recommended. Skate rental is included in the class fee.
Skills learned in this class include:
- Proper way to fall down and stand up
- Forward marching
- Two foot glides
- Backward wiggles
- Dips
- Beginner swizzles
For safety reasons, class sizes will be limited to 12 skaters per class. Classes will be offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5-5:45 p.m., and Saturdays from 8-8:45 a.m. Depending on the popularity of the classes, we may add a second class on each of the days.
Beginners 2 (12+, Coach Approval Required)
For the skaters who joined us last year, have previously taken lessons or who pick up on skills quickly, this class is for you! Coach approval is required to be allowed in this class. Skate rental is included in the class fee.
Skills learned in this class include:
- Forward skating
- One foot glides
- Backward wiggles
- Swizzles
- Beginner backward swizzles
- Stopping
For safety reasons, class sizes will be limited to 12 skaters per class. Classes will be offered on Tuesdays from 6-6:45 p.m.
Adults (Ages 18 +)
Learning to skate when you are no longer 10 years old and invincible can be a scary thought, but it should not stop you from trying something new! Whether you’re 18 and working on your Olympic debut, or you’re 74 and want to fulfill a lifelong dream, we’ve got you covered!
Our Adult class is tailored to your needs! There is not a specific skill set laid out for this class. Whatever your goals are, we’ll figure out a way to get you there! Skate rental is included in the class fee.
For safety reasons, class sizes will be limited to 12 skaters per class. Classes will be offered on Thursdays from 6-6:45 p.m.
Ice Show
This year, we plan to offer our skaters an opportunity to show off what they have learned! This will give our skaters an opportunity to show their person their newfound love of skating! Starting after Session 1, we will add show practices to our schedule.
Details are still being finalized. Stay tuned for more information!
Individual fee
Residents: $125
Non-residents: $156.25
Registration deadline: Nov. 21, 2022
Developmental Hockey League (Ages 5-18)
Boys and girls ages 5-18 will learn the fundamentals of hockey in our skill development and instruction program. Twenty-plus practice sessions and games. All lessons will be held at the Bulldog Park Ice Rink, 183. S. West St. League begins Dec. 5, 2022.
Individual fee
$280, includes jersey
Registration deadline: Dec. 2, 2022
** Late registration will be accepted until Jan. 4, 2023.
Adult Hockey League (Ages 18+)
Players must be registered with USA Hockey prior to playing. Each player must be 18 or older. Register as an individual or as a team. A team consists of 12 players. GOALIES PLAY FREE. Eight games plus tournament. League plays on the ice rink at Bulldog Park, 183 S. West St. League begins in January 2023.
Individual fee
$125, includes jersey
Team fee
$975, includes jersey
Registration deadline: Dec. 2, 2022
Winter Adult Volleyball League
Serve up some fun during the Crown Point Athletics Tuesday and Friday Night Happy Hour Adult Volleyball League. The Friday women’s and coed division will begin Friday, Jan. 6, 2023. The Tuesday women’s and coed division will start Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2023.
All matches will be played at the Ignite Elite Volleyball Club, located at 1516 N. Main St., Crown Point, IN 46307.
Team entry fee
Crown Point residents who live within city limits: $325
Non-residents who live outside City of Crown Point limits: $400
Registration deadline: Dec. 28, 2022