ACACIA RIDGE WORKSHOP FIELD GUIDE
Edge, Air, and Backward Momentum: Advancing Through Free Skate 3 at Acacia Ridge
An eight-week progression for skaters aged 6–17 to develop complex jumps, rotations and backward skills at Iceworld Olympic Ice Rinks — a concise guide to what to expect, what to bring, and where to meet.
Edge, Air, and Backward Momentum: Advancing Through Free Skate 3 at Acacia Ridge.
Free Skate 3 at Iceworld Olympic Ice Rinks in Acacia Ridge is an eight‑week workshop that moves skaters beyond basic moves into more complicated jumps, rotations and backward execution of previously forward skills; sessions emphasize technique, posture and building confidence in spins and jumps within a compact rink environment that includes a skate shop and coffee shop on site.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Complex jumps and rotations
Free Skate 3 introduces more advanced elements — building on prior levels to develop spins, higher‑difficulty jumps and the ability to execute skills backward, all with focused coaching across the eight‑week course.
Structured eight‑week progression
This level is delivered as a set progression over eight weeks with either 30‑ or 45‑minute lessons, designed to consolidate technique and posture while incrementally introducing more challenging maneuvers.
Rink amenities that matter
The Acacia Ridge rink offers a cozy on‑site environment — practical extras like a skate shop and coffee shop make lessons more convenient for families and help the learning rhythm between sessions.
What the day feels like
What the eight weeks feel like on the ice
Sessions move quickly from fundamentals toward higher‑risk elements: expect concentrated practice of jumps and spins, repeated technical drills to refine posture, and a steady shift from forward execution to backward performance of skills. Lessons are compact—either 30 or 45 minutes—so each on‑ice minute is focused and deliberate.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this workshop suits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Free Skate 3 is run as an eight‑week course with lessons offered in 30‑ or 45‑minute sessions.
Classes meet at Iceworld Olympic Ice Rinks — 1179 Beaudesert Road, Acacia Ridge.
Dress in warm layers (the rink is around 10°C or less), bring long socks, and young skaters are strongly recommended to wear a well‑fitted bike, ice hockey or ski helmet.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long are individual lessons?
Lessons are offered as either 30‑ or 45‑minute sessions.
Who is eligible for Free Skate 3?
The level is for skaters who have passed Free Skate 2 and is aimed at ages 6–17.
What skills are introduced at this level?
Skaters are introduced to more complicated jumps and rotations; elements previously performed forward are increasingly executed backward, with emphasis on spins, technique and posture.
Where do classes meet?
Meet at Iceworld Olympic Ice Rinks, 1179 Beaudesert Road, Acacia Ridge.
What should skaters wear or bring?
Warm layers are essential as the rink is around 10°C or colder; bring long socks and consider a well‑fitted bike, ice hockey or ski helmet for young skaters.