Whether your skater is stepping onto the ice for the first time or working toward advanced skating goals, the Mankato Figure Skating Club offers opportunities to learn, practice, and grow at every stage.
MFSC membership follows the U.S. Figure Skating (USFS) membership year, July 1 through June 30. When you join MFSC, you become a member of both the Mankato Figure Skating Club and U.S. Figure Skating. USFS or Learn to Skate memberships give skaters access to U.S. Figure Skating programs, standardized testing, sanctioned competitions, and other skating opportunities. All MFSC skaters must maintain current membership with both MFSC and U.S. Figure Skating.
MFSC is a volunteer-run nonprofit organization. Members and their families help support the club through volunteer participation at club events and other activities. Volunteer expectations vary by program.
MFSC membership follows the U.S. Figure Skating (USFS) membership year, July 1 through June 30. When you join MFSC, you become a member of both the Mankato Figure Skating Club and U.S. Figure Skating. USFS or Learn to Skate memberships give skaters access to U.S. Figure Skating programs, standardized testing, sanctioned competitions, and other skating opportunities. All MFSC skaters must maintain current membership with both MFSC and U.S. Figure Skating.
MFSC is a volunteer-run nonprofit organization. Members and their families help support the club through volunteer participation at club events and other activities. Volunteer expectations vary by program.
WHY SKATE WITH MFSC?
MFSC is more than a place to take skating lessons. Our club provides a supportive community where skaters can develop skills, build confidence, set goals, and enjoy the sport at their own pace. Whether skating is a new adventure, a recreational activity, or a path toward competition and testing, we welcome skaters of all ages and abilities.
MFSC is more than a place to take skating lessons. Our club provides a supportive community where skaters can develop skills, build confidence, set goals, and enjoy the sport at their own pace. Whether skating is a new adventure, a recreational activity, or a path toward competition and testing, we welcome skaters of all ages and abilities.
FIND THE RIGHT PROGRAM
MFSC offers three programs for youth skaters, along with opportunities for adult skaters. The right program depends on the skater's experience, goals, and desired level of commitment.
If you're unsure which program is right for you or your skater, we're happy to help you determine the best fit.
MFSC offers three programs for youth skaters, along with opportunities for adult skaters. The right program depends on the skater's experience, goals, and desired level of commitment.
If you're unsure which program is right for you or your skater, we're happy to help you determine the best fit.
BASIC SKILLS
Basic Skills is MFSC's program for beginning and developing skaters. The program follows the U.S. Figure Skating Learn to Skate curriculum, giving skaters a structured path to learn fundamental skating skills and build confidence on the ice.
Basic Skills includes three group lessons each month on a set schedule. Skaters may also add private lessons with an MFSC coach for additional individual instruction. Basic Skills includes in-house skating evaluation to help skaters track their progress through the curriculum.
Basic Skills skaters may participate in competitions and are eligible to perform in the annual MFSC ice show and participate in other MFSC activities and events, both on and off the ice.
As skaters become more independent, they may choose to move into Junior Club or Senior Club. Skaters generally begin considering the transition after completing Basic Skills 4. Once a skater passes Basic Skill 6, they must move into Junior Club or Senior Club. No formal invitation or additional testing are required to move into either of these advanced programs.
Basic Skills is MFSC's program for beginning and developing skaters. The program follows the U.S. Figure Skating Learn to Skate curriculum, giving skaters a structured path to learn fundamental skating skills and build confidence on the ice.
Basic Skills includes three group lessons each month on a set schedule. Skaters may also add private lessons with an MFSC coach for additional individual instruction. Basic Skills includes in-house skating evaluation to help skaters track their progress through the curriculum.
Basic Skills skaters may participate in competitions and are eligible to perform in the annual MFSC ice show and participate in other MFSC activities and events, both on and off the ice.
As skaters become more independent, they may choose to move into Junior Club or Senior Club. Skaters generally begin considering the transition after completing Basic Skills 4. Once a skater passes Basic Skill 6, they must move into Junior Club or Senior Club. No formal invitation or additional testing are required to move into either of these advanced programs.
JUNIOR CLUB
Junior Club is designed for developing skaters who are ready for more independent skating and private coaching, but who may not yet want the greater commitment of Senior Club.
Junior Club follows the U.S. Figure Skating Aspire curriculum and gives skaters a flexible approach to training. Each skater works with a coach of their choice for private lessons and practices independently between lessons. Junior Club fees include the cost of ice time, while private coaching fees are paid directly to the skater's coach.
Junior Club includes one group session each month, along with flexible skating opportunities throughout the session. Skaters can select the days and times that best fit their schedules, and sessions can be rescheduled when needed.
Junior Club skaters may choose to participate in U.S. Figure Skating competitions or take standardized USFS skating tests, but neither is required. Junior Club skaters are also eligible to perform in the annual MFSC ice show and participate in other MFSC activities and events, both on and off the ice.
Junior Club is a flexible option for skaters who want to continue developing their skills and spending more time on the ice without immediately committing to the full Senior Club program.
Junior Club is designed for developing skaters who are ready for more independent skating and private coaching, but who may not yet want the greater commitment of Senior Club.
Junior Club follows the U.S. Figure Skating Aspire curriculum and gives skaters a flexible approach to training. Each skater works with a coach of their choice for private lessons and practices independently between lessons. Junior Club fees include the cost of ice time, while private coaching fees are paid directly to the skater's coach.
Junior Club includes one group session each month, along with flexible skating opportunities throughout the session. Skaters can select the days and times that best fit their schedules, and sessions can be rescheduled when needed.
Junior Club skaters may choose to participate in U.S. Figure Skating competitions or take standardized USFS skating tests, but neither is required. Junior Club skaters are also eligible to perform in the annual MFSC ice show and participate in other MFSC activities and events, both on and off the ice.
Junior Club is a flexible option for skaters who want to continue developing their skills and spending more time on the ice without immediately committing to the full Senior Club program.
SENIOR CLUB
Senior Club is MFSC's program for skaters pursuing more advanced training and a greater commitment to their skating.
Senior Club skaters work regularly with a private coach and have access to club ice for individual practice and training. Skaters may pursue U.S. Figure Skating standardized tests and participate in sanctioned competitions based on their individual goals.
Senior Club skaters are also eligible to perform in the annual MFSC ice show and participate in other MFSC activities and events, both on and off the ice.
Senior Club is appropriate for skaters who are ready for a more structured and intensive approach to their skating and who want to continue progressing toward advanced skating goals.
Senior Club is MFSC's program for skaters pursuing more advanced training and a greater commitment to their skating.
Senior Club skaters work regularly with a private coach and have access to club ice for individual practice and training. Skaters may pursue U.S. Figure Skating standardized tests and participate in sanctioned competitions based on their individual goals.
Senior Club skaters are also eligible to perform in the annual MFSC ice show and participate in other MFSC activities and events, both on and off the ice.
Senior Club is appropriate for skaters who are ready for a more structured and intensive approach to their skating and who want to continue progressing toward advanced skating goals.
COLLEGIATE MEMBERSHIP
Collegiate membership is available to skaters who are attending college or university and want to continue skating with MFSC while pursuing their education. This membership provides a way for college students to remain connected to the club and continue participating in MFSC skating opportunities.
Collegiate membership is available to skaters who are attending college or university and want to continue skating with MFSC while pursuing their education. This membership provides a way for college students to remain connected to the club and continue participating in MFSC skating opportunities.
ASSOCIATE MEMBERSHIP
Associate membership is available to skaters who are members of another figure skating club but would also like to skate on MFSC ice and work with MFSC coaches. Associate members can take advantage of MFSC skating opportuntiies while maintaining their primary membership with their home club.
Associate membership is available to skaters who are members of another figure skating club but would also like to skate on MFSC ice and work with MFSC coaches. Associate members can take advantage of MFSC skating opportuntiies while maintaining their primary membership with their home club.
ADULT SKATING
Adults are welcome at MFSC, whether you're learning to skate for the first time, returning to the ice, or looking to continue developing your skating skills. Lesson opportunities for adults are offered based on availability.
Adults are welcome at MFSC, whether you're learning to skate for the first time, returning to the ice, or looking to continue developing your skating skills. Lesson opportunities for adults are offered based on availability.
SESSION SCHEDULE
MFSC skating sessions are offered throughout the year, with program schedules and registration dates varying by the season.
FALL SESSION
WINTER SESSION
SUMMER SESSION
Session dates, schedules, fees, and registration information are posted as they become available.
MFSC skating sessions are offered throughout the year, with program schedules and registration dates varying by the season.
FALL SESSION
- Basic Skills: October - December
- Junior Club: September - December
- Senior Club: September - December
WINTER SESSION
- Basic Skills: January - March
- Junior Club: January - April (until the annual ice show)
- Senior Club: January - April (until the annual ice show)
SUMMER SESSION
- Basic Skills: June - August
- Junior Club: May - August
- Senior Club: May - August
Session dates, schedules, fees, and registration information are posted as they become available.