Updated 8/26/11

****WE ARE CURRENTLY RECRUITING SKATERS FOR THE '11/'12 SEASON - ALL AGES**** 

***TEAM PRACTICES START THIS FALL, BUT SKATERS PRACTICE INDIVIDUALLY DURING THE SUMMER***  **INTRO TO SYNCHRO CLASS TO BE OFFERED THIS FALL**

Southern Tier Sizzle Synchronized Skating Team(s) Site is under construction.  Watch for updates as the season progresses!  The schedule is listed below.  Changes may be made based on the team make-up.

If you are interested in being a member of either our youth team, teen or our adult team, please contact Robyn Bentley, Skating Director at 607-271-2212 or robyn@icehotconcepts.net.  We'd love to hear from you.  Our team(s) skate on Wednesdays and Sundays during the Fall and Winter.  We have the potential to have 3 teams - Youth, Teen and Adult. In years where we have not had enough to field a competitive synchro team, we have competed in production or ensemble. Recruiting is an  on-going process and practices will start this Fall. 

What is synchronized team skating?    Synchronized team skating involves groups of skaters performing various formations and moves to music.  The objective in synchronized team skating is for involved skaters to perform as one unit as opposed to individual soloists.

Who can be on a synchronized formation team?  Skaters of any age can be involved in synchronized skating.  However, completion of ISI Level Delta or its equivalent is highly recommended.

Is there a team commitment?  Yes.  The team is an ongoing process.  The Southern Tier Sizzle is currently recruiting new skaters.

We strive to meet the individual goals of each skater, while offering a team atmosphere, and a year-round training facility.

Synchro team members are required to skate both Sunday Synchro Session and Wed. Clinic Session at minimum...See Advanced Figure Skating Tab for more information.

If you are interested in the team, please don't wait until Fall, let us know now...most of our skaters continue skating year round.

Please remember that the synchronized skating team is a season-long commitment. 

Team members are also required to enroll in the Wed. Clinic* and are strongly encouraged to continue in the Skating School Group Classes and to participate in the Open Freestyle Time (either just for practice or with a professional for private lessons).  *Any exceptions to this must be approved by the skating director, coach, and team manager.

Updated 2/1/12

* We are hoping to offer Session II this Winter, but need to know how many registrations we will have in advance.  If you are interested in Session II (scheduled to start Sunday, February 19th), please download the registration form below and indicate that you wish to participate in Session II.  We need to have enough enrollment to continue!  We've been having a great time on Sunday nights!  Deadline is Feb. 15th.  Any questions, please email robyn@icehotconcepts.net

IT'S BACK!  FAST HOCKEY....

The program designed for those who want to learn how to play hockey!   FAST Hockey returns in January 2012 and will be offered to adults first (teens 14 and up with no playing experience are welcome too).... Click Here to download a Registration Form and for more information on the program.  Registration form must also include a signed waiver, click here. Walk-in registration will be on Sunday, Dec. 18th, at 8pm in the Rec Rink or you can mail or drop off forms and payment during Rec Rink or Box Office hours before January 4, 2012.

Classes Start Sunday, January 8th, 2012 and will be held from 8:00-9:00pm.  All participants must register (with payment) in advance.  A limited number of rental skates will be available for use if necessary.  Skaters need to have hockey equipment to participate (min.:  helmet & cage, shin guards, pants, gloves, stick, mouthguard).  At least one session of Learn to Skate is strongly recommended if you have little or no skating experience. 

Any questions should be directed to:  Robyn Bentley, Skating Director, at robyn@icehotconcepts.net.

***The Rec Rink Manager reserves the right to change the schedule for all events at the First Arena!