Future Stars is for any skater at Pre-Alpha level or higher. It is an all-inclusive program providing skaters with a program, practice and technical training. Skaters can package their training with off-ice classes, multiple class days and additional freestyle practices. Skaters can participate in competitions without ever having to book a private lesson. Of course, skaters can supplement their training with private lessons, but it is not required. Skaters love the fact that they get to work with many of our coaches, and everyone works as a team. One added perk of our Future Stars classes is that our

skaters receive a red Future Stars sweatshirt as part of the class. Te Future Stars skaters are eligible to be class assistants during our learn-to-skate sessions. Tey take attendance, get items for the coaches and serve as our class demonstrators. All class assistants must wear their red sweatshirt during class. Tis internal marketing idea paid off and now our Future Stars skaters are ambassadors for our program. Parents see their child’s progress and realize that they can give back by helping out others who are learning to skate. It’s a win-win for the rink and the skaters!

Tiesha DiMaggio is assistant manager at RoseGarden Ice Arena in Norwich, Conn. She serves as District 3 director on the ISI board of directors.

Future Stars Gets High Marks What do you like about the Future Stars program?

“ I enjoy getting on the ice. It’s a different experience! I really enjoy learning new things every week, and I also have a lot of fun with my instructors.”

~ Summer Stefanelli

“ The one think I like best about the Future Stars program is how wonderful my teachers are and how much I have learned from them.”

~ Olivia Hebert

How has the Future Stars program helped your child with their skating?

“ As a Future Stars parent, I like the fact that it gives extra structure to my daughter’s life. I also think it’s great beca- use it’s a year-round program — you don’t miss a beat!” ~Mark Stefanelli

“ The Future Stars program has been very helpful for my daughter with her skating ability. She has become more confident with all of the new skating abilities that she has learned, and it also gives her goals and dreams to work hard for with wonderful help from her teachers.” ~ Heather Misioszek

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