Intro to Ice Skating
Build your skills! From your first steps on the ice through more advanced moves, one Intro to Ice Skating program will prepare you for more specialized forms of ice skating. Classes consist of a 15 minute warmup, 30 minute group lesson, and 15 minute practice.
For ages 3-99. Winter dates are Jan. 4 through Feb. 12. Winter times (choose one) are Tuesdays 4:45 to 6:15 p.m. or Saturdays 11:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Adults are Tuesdays 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. or Saturdays 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Location is Saratoga Springs Ice Rink, 30 Weibel Avenue. Fees are $65 for City residents and $85 for non-City residents. Fees after Dec. 31 are $90 for City residents and $110 for non-City residents. Skate rental fees are $5 per class or $25 for Punch Card (purchase through your Community Pass account and good for current session). Participants will need a mask, snow or fleece pants, warm jacket, mittens or gloves, bike/ski/hockey helmet (required for all participants); adults do not need skates. A responsible adult must accompany beginning skaters on the ice to assist with instruction.
Coordinator is Jill Ramos, USFS Quadruple Gold Medalist, over 25 years experience. Instructors are Amanda Shelburne (Regional and National Coach, PSA Master Rated, over 40 years experience), Pat Kenkel (Regional and National Coach, over 35 years experience), Kelsey Clechenko (over 7 years experience), Gwen Craig (over 6 years experience), and Mary Magnus (US Speed Skating Coach, nationally ranked speed skater).
Boxing
This non-contact clinic will teach proper boxing technique and conditioning. Light contact will be available for those who want to take it to the next level. Full safety equipment and coaches approval required.
For ages 8-15. Runs from Feb. 21 to Feb. 25, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Saratoga Youth Boxing Gym (Weibel Avenue Ice Rink, 30 Weibel Avenue). Fees are $55 for City residents and $65 for non-City residents. Fees after Feb. 15 are $80 for City residents and $90 for non-City residents; t-shit included. Participants will need a mask, sneakers, and water. Coordinator is Saratoga Youth Boxing.
Pickleball Workshops
Mark your calendar for another round of pickleball workshops on Tuesdays, Nov. 16. The Rec Center will be offering a Beginner, Adv. Beginner, and combination Beginner/Adv. Beginner class. Focus will be on players who are new to the game or have some experience playing the game. You will learn the fundamentals and technique for dink shots, volleys, serve and return. You will also learn what is involved in playing a match including scoring, positioning, and strategy, Those with some experience will learn how to build on skills already learned and how to improve your game strategy.
For ages 18+ (Beginner and Adv. Beginner), 16+ (Beginner/Adv. Beginner). Beginner will be from 9 to 11 a.m. Adv. Beginner will be from 12 to 2 p.m. Beginner/Adv. Beginner will be from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Location is the Rec Center (15 Vanderbilt Avenue). Fees are $45 for City residents and $65 for non-City residents. Fees after Nov. 14 are $70 for City residents and $90 for non-City residents. Participants will need a mask, paddle, sneakers, and water. Coordinator is Ken Henderson, Traveling Pickleball Pros.
Volleyball
Serve up your best! The volleyball program is starting the new year off with an expanded age range and enhanced programming. Two sessions will be offered, one for 7-11 year olds and another for 12-16 year olds. The program for 7-11 year olds will focus on skill development, while the program for 12-16 year olds will combine skill development with game play.
Runs from Jan. 5 through Feb. 9 at the Rec Center (15 Vanderbilt Avenue). Ages 7-11 will play Wednesdays from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. and ages 12-16 will play from 6:45 to 7:45 p.m. Fees are $55 for City residents and $65 for non-City residents. Fees after Dec. 28 are $80 for City residents and $90 for non-City residents; t-shirt included. Players will need a mask, sneakers, and water. Coordinator is Willie Davis, USA Volleyball Sanctioned Coach.
Contact the Recreation Department at 518-587-3550 x2300 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with questions.
