
The Cleveland Ice Storm teams represent the Cleveland Ice Storm Skating Club and compete within the US Figure Skating synchronized skating program, which offers a strong platform for future growth in the sport. There are so many benefits to participating in a team sport, and synchronized skating is a great way for figure skaters to compete in a sport they love while enjoying all of the aspects of working with others on a team. The team performs a program set to music, with required formations including circles, lines, blocks, wheels, and intersections. For a synchronized team to flow in unison, individual skaters must be competent at a variety of skating skills, including speed, footwork, and ice presence. Please be sure to include the type of event (ex: ice skating birthday party) and include an estimated total number of guests and the dates/ times you wish to. Synchronized skating or “synchro” is a discipline of figure skating recognized by US Figure Skating in which 8–20 skaters (the number of skaters on a team depends on the level) skate on the ice as a team, moving as one flowing unit. The Cleveland Ice Storm is the largest synchro organization in the state of Ohio. Since then, our club continues to field 7-8 teams every season. We merged with the United Ice from Strongsville the year after. The club’s name was changed to the Cleveland Ice Storm in additional to colors and logo. The Cleveland Edges was rebranded in Spring 2017. Officially changed its name to the Cleveland Ice Storm Skating Club. Cleveland, OH Rocky River Ice Arena Ice Skating Rink. In the spring of 2017, the Club hired a new Program Director and head coach, Elizabeth Smith, and Ice Skating Around North Olmsted North Olmsted Recreation Center. In 2003, the entire program moved to the North Olmsted Recreation Complex to provide a single home for all This time, the program represented three different figure skating clubs, skating out of four different ice arenas. During the mid-1990s the adult and youth program merged to form the Cleveland Edges teams. and adopted the new name, ClevelandĮdges. In 1992, the Synchroblades moved to the Greenbrier F.S.C. The same time, an adult team, the Synchroblades, was founded by Ann Ward at the North Olmsted RecreationĬenter. The youth program was founded by Marcia Sherman, as the Riverettes, at the Rocky River Ice Rink.

Always check the rink website or Facebook page if the weather forecast doesn't look promising.The Cleveland Ice Storm Skating Club (CISSC) synchronized skating teams began in 1985 as two separate Remember your camera – Make sure your phone is charged or bring along a camera to capture fun skating photo ops.Ĭheck the forecast before you go – Most of the outdoor rinks are weather dependent. Protect your kids (and yourself!) from the weather – If you choose an outdoor rink, check the weather in advance and consider wearing layers so everyone is comfortable even in the cold. To help ensure younger kids have a good time, consider having them take a nap or rest for a while before going.

Have the kids rest before they go – Skating is a fun activity but it can be physically tiring. Once you’ve arrived, pick a rendezvous point for your younger children in case you become separated. Set realistic expectations with your kids – Talk with your kids and let them know that the rink could be busy. Also, most rinks require helmets for young children, be prepared to take your own if rentals aren’t available. Take your own equipment – If you have your own, be sure to double check to make sure your kids equipment still fits properly, in case the kids have grown since the last time you went. Once you’ve picked a rink, be sure to check their website or Facebook page for details on what’s happening the day you want to go. Know before you go – Many of the rinks offer special events, lessons, and scheduled open skate times. Would they prefer an indoor rink protected from the weather or would they prefer to skate outdoors where they can enjoy the crisp, fresh air?

Plan the type of skating activity you’d like in advance – Talk with your family and decide in advance which type of ice skating activity they would like to try. At the same time, an adult team, the Synchroblades, was founded by Ann Ward at the North Olmsted Recreation Center. Tuscarawas St., Courthouse Plaza, Canton, OH 44702 The Cleveland Ice Storm Skating Club (CISSC) synchronized skating teams began in 1985 as two separate groups. Where: Wayne County | 851 Oldman Rd., Wooster, OH 44691īrooklyn Ice Skating Rink (Brooklyn Blades on Ice) Key: Seasonal Outdoor Rinks are noted with a light blue icon, Indoor Rinks are noted with a dark blue icon Indoor Ice Skating in Northeast Ohio
