Alpine Ice also offers programs for skaters who are differently abled physically or intellectually.
The skaters will start in the Learn to Skate program within a group situation to create a fun and stimluating class allowing for the development of balance and coordination. Or the skater acan begin with an indiviual lesson to help develop confiedence and balance. Once the the basic skills are mastered they can move into the Special Skate stream under the New Zealand Ice Skating Assocaition and skate for fun or compete. Skaters may also participate in mainstream competitions and test systems. For class times and prices contact Skate School Director.
For more information and stories about Alpine Ice’s very own Special Olympic Champions click here,
Alpine Ice Sports and
Entertainment Centre, An International sized Ice Skating
and Entertainment facility located at:
495 Brougham Street, Opawa, Christchurch, New Zealand. Ph: +64 3 366 9183 | Fax: +64 3 379 1706
