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updated 6/29/08
 
Figure Skating at the First Arena
 
Group lessons are offered thru our skating school for those beginning in figure skating - please see learn to skate section for details.
 
Southern Tier Sizzle Synchronized Team - see Synchro section for more details.  Sponsored by the Skating Club of the Southern Tier and The First Arena.
 
Freestyle Sessions are sponsored by the First Arena and are open to any ISI or USFS member.  Skaters may pay a "walk-on" fee or purchase discounted ice time packages.  Although they are listed as "Freestyle" on the calendar, we welcome those skaters to participate in Ice Dancing and Moves in the Field.  Guest coaches are welcome, subject to First Arena policies.  Please contact Skating Director for details (607-271-2212) or robyn.bentley@firstarena.com
 
 ** Summer Ice Package Starts Wed., July 23, 2008**
 
*****BROCHURES ARE AVAILABLE AT THE  ARENA******
 
Pre-registration discount ice packages available. 
Please contact Robyn Bentley, Skating Director, with any questions, or to arrange a payment plan: (607)-271-2212 or robyn.bentley@firstarena.com
 
**Check Calendar of Events page for updated monthly calendar.  **Schedule subject to change.  Additional times will be added, as needed and as available. 
 
Freestyle Sessions for 2007-2008
*Please note the First Arena will be closed for bldg. maintenance from 6/30-7/23/08.  Please mail in or fax package registration forms.
 
Wednesdays  7:30-9:00pm  (Year-round)
 
Summer Session 2008:  July 23rd - August 27th (6 wks.)  7/23, 7/30, 8/6, 8/13, 8/20, 8/27.
 
Walk on Cost:    $20 per session
or purchase discount package
 
 
Sundays  7:45-8:30pm
** Sundays will return in the Fall (Tuesdays for Spring)
 
Price ice discounted when purchasing a package. 
The more ice you purchase, the lower the per hour cost..
 
Power Skating & Freestyle Clinic (includes instruction)
Wednesdays  7:00-7:30pm 
 
Summer Session:  July 23rd - August 27th (6 weeks)
 
Cost:  $15 walk-on fee per day or purchase discount package
 
*The First Arena reserves the right to cancel sessions, due to lack of pre-registration enrollment. Space is limited.  There will be no refunds or mak ups.  Sessions will be capped if necessary, and walk-ons limited.  Package skaters will receive priority.
 
Summer  - We may add additional clinics for both figure skating and hockey power skating, depending on interest level.  Please check back or call Robyn Bentley, Skating Director at 607-271-2212, for more information.
 
**Need your skates professionally sharpened or need advice on what to purchase??  Why not let our professional staff help.  We will schedule a consultation appointment with you.  Call us at 271-2212.**
We have over 20 years experience and work with all boot and blade manufacturers. 
Email us at:   robyn@icehotconcepts.net
 
RECREATION RINK CLOSED DUE TO MAINTAINANCE
The First Arena would like to announce that the Recreation Rink will be shut down from July 1st until July 23rd for general maintainance. Regular activities will resume on Thursday, July 24th.
SUPER PET EXPO APPEARS AT FIRST ARENA
The First Arena is pleased to announce that the 2008 Super Pet Expo will be held at First Arena on Saturday, September 27th and Sunday, September 28th.
2ND ANNUAL ARTS & CRAFTS ON ICE SET FOR OCTOBER 18TH & 19TH, 2008
The First Arena in Elmira, NY has set the date for their 2nd Annual Arts & Crafts On Ice event which will be held in October, 2008.
JUELZ SANTANA HEADLINES JULY 25th
First Arena proudly announces that Juelz Santana, one of the founding members of The Diplomats (aka Dipset), will be the headline performer in a hip hop concert event on Friday, July 25th, beginning at 8 p.m. at First Arena in downtown Elmira. Also appearing will be Taj Mahal & The Senate along with Elmira’s own Capion. The event will be hosted by Jo Jo Torres, the founder of the original Rock Steady Crew.
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THE BACKYARDIGANS LIVE! COMES TO ELMIRA
ELMIRA, NY – First Arena, in conjunction with Nickelodeon and AWA Touring Services, proudly announces that The Backyardigans Live! The Tale of the Mighty Knights! will be appearing at First Arena for two shows only Thursday, June 19th, at 4 p.m. and 7 p.m.