Skating Lessons

Learn to Skate in Reston, VA Today!

At SkateQuest, we proudly offer the Learn to Skate USA® program, ideal for beginners of all ages and skill levels, from school-aged children to teens and adults. Endorsed by U.S. Figure Skating, USA Hockey, and U.S. Speedskating, this program provides customized pathways for everyone, ensuring that each participant can progress confidently at their own pace.

Our program begins with Basic Skills, teaching foundational techniques for figure skating, hockey, speedskating, and recreational skating. Through six progressive levels, skaters learn essential skills like forward and backward skating, stops, edges, crossovers, and turns in a positive, social environment. By mastering each level, skaters build confidence and prepare for specialized paths in recreational skating, competitive figure skating, or ice hockey.

Skating Is for All Ages

Our Learn to Skate program welcomes skaters of all ages and abilities. Snowplow Sam 1-4 is designed for children six and under, focusing on confidence-building and basic skills. Basic Skills 1-6 is for skaters over six, covering essentials like forward and backward skating, stops, and edges. Teens and adults can also enjoy dedicated programming to learn and advance their skills.

Snowplow Sam

Snowplow Sam 1

Snowplow Sam 1

Prerequisite: None

Snowplow Sam 2

Snowplow Sam 2

Prerequisite: Passed Snowplow Sam 1 or Mommy/Daddy and Me

Snowplow Sam 3

Snowplow Sam 3

Prerequisite: Passed Snowplow Sam 2

Snowplow Sam 4

Snowplow Sam 4

Prerequisite: Passed Snowplow Sam 3

Adult Classes

Adult Beginner

Adult Beginner

Prerequisite: None

Adult Intermediate

Adult Intermediate

Prerequisite: Passed Adult Beginner

Adult Advanced

Adult Advanced

Prerequisite: Passed Adult Intermediate

Adult Free Skate

Adult Free Skate

Prerequisite: Passed Adult Advanced

Adult Hockey Skating Skills

Adult Hockey Skating Skills

Prerequisite: Passed Adult Beginner

Basic Skills

Basic 1

Basic 1

Prerequisite: None

Basic 2

Basic 2

Prerequisite: Passed Basic 1 or Snowplow Sam 4

Basic 3

Basic 3

Prerequisite: Passed Basic 2

Basic 4

Basic 4

Prerequisite: Passed Basic 4

Basic 5

Basic 5

Prerequisite: Passed Basic 4

Basic 6

Basic 6

Prerequisite: Passed Basic 5

Hockey Skating Skills

Hockey 1

Hockey 1

Prerequisite: Passed Basic 2

Hockey 2

Hockey 2

Prerequisite: Passed Hockey 1

Hockey 3

Hockey 3

Prerequisite: Passed Hockey 2

Hockey 4

Hockey 4

Prerequisite: Passed Hockey 3

Free Skate

Pre-Free Skate

Pre-Free Skate

Prerequisite: Passed Basic 6

Free Skate 1

Free Skate 1

Prerequisite: Passed Pre-Free Skate

Free Skate 2

Free Skate 2

Prerequisite: Passed Free Skate 1

Free Skate 3

Free Skate 3

Prerequisite: Passed Free Skate 2

Free Skate 4

Free Skate 4

Prerequisite: Passed Free Skate 3

Free Skate 5

Free Skate 5

Prerequisite: Passed Free Skate 4

Free Skate 6

Free Skate 6

Prerequisite: Passed Free Skate 5

Advanced Figure Skating Classes

High Jumps & Spins

Prerequisite: Passed Free Skate 3

Low Jumps & Spins

Prerequisite: Passed Pre-Free Skate

Stroking, Edges, and Lines

Prerequisite: Passed Free Skate 3

Find Specialty Classes That Suit Your Interests

We offer a variety of specialty classes tailored to unique interests and skill levels. From adaptive skating for individuals with disabilities to advanced techniques in jumps, spins, and hockey skills, these classes provide focused instruction to help skaters enhance their abilities and enjoy the sport to the fullest. Discover more about our specialty classes below:

Adaptive Skating

These classes are designed to allow individuals with various physical or developmental disabilities to experience the joy of skating. Each inclusive session caters to unique needs, ensuring a supportive environment.

Mommy, Daddy & Me

Ideal for children aged three to five, this class helps parents and their little ones play games and learn fundamental skating skills like sitting, standing, marching, gliding, and dipping with professional coaches.

Jumps & Spins

Find your perfect technique when it comes to jumping and spinning in this focused class. Make sure to complete our Pre Free Skate class before participating in this class.

Stroking, Edges & Lines

Focus on edges and power in this specialized class available to skaters at Free Skate 3 and above.

Adult Free Skate

Open to any individuals who have passed Adult 6 or Adult Advanced. This class introduces edges, lines, jumps, spins, and other free skate elements for aspiring adult figure skaters to practice and hone their new skills.

Testimonials

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Great place. Good rentals and good prices. There also a cool snack bar inside if you get hungry after all the skating.

Shauna Ward

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

We had a birthday party the young lady was very nice so helpful ,so polite, and she did a very, very good job. We really appreciate her so much was a wonderful experience.

Betty White

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

This place is really nice for children and adults. The staff is super helpful. I have been going to them for years and will not go anywhere else.

Brilin

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Excellent experience buying hockey skates here. They fitted me, heat molded and sharpened the skates, all right there. Lots of skates in stock. Helpful pro shop.

Robert Entwistle

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Very friendly staff and well organized. The cafe has Starbucks coffee and a nice selection of food and snacks. Happy with my experience here over the years.

John Citro

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Great folks working at the rink, cafe and the pro shop. Both sheets of ice are excellent.

Joseph DeNoyior

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Been playing hockey here for 2 decades, great place and great people.

Ryan Mannix

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Nice place to do a school fundraiser. Always family friendly.

John Melton

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Nice people good hockey and figure skating programs.

Louis Kluger

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Highly professional attitude to the lessons.

Nataly Danilova