Become a Member
MEMBERSHIP REQUIREMENTS
- Demonstrate support for the club and its members at all functions at Kettle Moraine and Other Club Facilities, especially competitions and test sessions.
- Members are expected to read and sign the KMFSC & WCYHA Code of Conduct. It is expected that all members abide by the Code of Conduct out of respect for all. ∙ Show courtesy to and respect for fellow club members and their guests at all KMFSC ice, practice times, training sessions, and group activities.
- Members of KMFSC (excluding coaches, Adult memberships, & collegiate members) have volunteer service required (per family) during the season. These requirements are in the club waiver that you sign in Daysmart.
- All volunteers as required by USFS must complete SafeSport Training
MEMBERSHIPS OFFERED
- Full Dual Membership - Membership for individual skaters who seek to participate in all disciplines of figure skating including Testing, Competitions and Club activities representing the KMFSC.
- Additional Full Skater - An additional Full Skater membership for a sibling/adult skater in a family that already has a full adult skater or full dual membership for another skater. See Full Dual Membership.
- Basic - This is a membership for new skaters and is only available to those who have never joined a USFS club before. This allows skaters to participate in KMFSC activities and receive KMFSC benefits. This membership requires a LTS USA membership as well.
- Additional Basic - An additional skater membership for a sibling/adult skater in a family that already has a Basic Membership for one other skater. See Basic Membership.
- Aspire - Membership for Aspire level skaters who seek to participate in figure skating including Pre-preliminary skating skills and singles, adult pre-bronze skating skills and singles and the first 12 dances USFS testing, competitions and KMFSC activities.
- Collegiate - This membership is available to college students who wish to continue skating.
- Adult Skater - Membership for individual adult skaters who seek to participate in all disciplines of figure skating including Testing, Competitions and Club activities representing the KMFSC.
- Associate - Those joining at this level must be a full member of another USFS club.
Do you have questions on which membership is right for you? Review our membership brochure at this link or scroll down and view the images below.
Become a member today! Register online using our registration and ice booking service - Daysmart Recreation. Follow these instructions:
https://scribehow.com/shared/KMFSC__DaySmart_Recreation__Create_your_account_and_add_your_membership__zrYuunoFRvyaiJ3akj1PhA
Already registered? Login to your membership portal here:
https://apps.daysmartrecreation.com/dash/x/#/online/kmfsc/login?noAutoLogin=1
Learn to Skate Levels
Snow Plow Sam
For skaters age 6 and under NOTE: Snow Plow Sam 1-4 is the same curriculum as Basic 1, but at a slower pace for younger children. If your child is over 6.5, comfortable on skates, and can take direction well - you can register them for Basic 1.
Upcoming EventsFree Skate
Skaters ages 7 and up after passing Basic 1-6 Student to teacher ratio 12 to 1 Registration Includes Learn to Skate USA Membership
Upcoming EventsAspire
The U.S. Figure Skating Aspire program is the bridge between learn to skate group classes and U.S. Figure Skating membership. Through the development of athleticism and artistry, skaters build a solid skill foundation that drives success.
Upcoming EventsClass Schedule & Registration
We are pleased to offer online registration
Registration becomes available about a month before each session begins.
We look forward to having you join us and are excited for another great session!
Learn to Skate Classes for the 2025-2026 Season
Session 1- 9/7 - 10/5 - 5 weeks
Session 2 - 10/12 - 11/16
Session 3 - 11/23 - 1/4 (off 12/28)
Session 4 - 1/11 - 2/15
Session 5 - 2/22 - 3/29
Classes run on Sundays
4:30 - 5:00 PM - Introductory classes for children ages 6.5 or younger - Snow Plow Sam (introduction to skating)
4:30 - 5:00 PM - Aspire / Specialty Class on-ice work and 5:05 - 5:20 PM - Aspire / Specialty Class off-ice work (for skaters in Pre-FreeSkate or above)
5:00 - 5:15 PM - Zam
5:15 - 6:00 PM - Adults and Levels Basic 1 thru Basic 6 (minimum age is 6.5 years old unless you have previously passed Snow Plow Sam 1-4)
6:00 - 6:45 PM - Freeskate Levels (skaters who passed all 6 levels of the Basic skills program)
Learn to Skate - $100 for KMFSC members or $110 for non-members per session
Aspire - $85 for KMFSC members or $95 for non-members per session
Once per year LearnToSkateUSA.com registration fee (parents self-register)A Learn to Skate USA membership is required to participate in all classes. This membership costs a small fee per year (around $20) and will be validated as part of sign-up for classes at KMFSC. This membership provides many benefits, one of which is your liability insurance for the Learn to Skate program. You may sign up your skater or renew their existing Learn to Skate USA membership at https://learntoskateusa.com/
If you are unsure of your membership information with Learn to Skate USA - there is a "forgot member id" link on the login page. You can also email Lts@kmfsc.org and we can look up your membership number.
REGISTER FOR A SESSION ONLINE TODAY!
REGISTER YOUR SKATER FOR LTS AND ASPIRE CLASSES TODAY!
OUR MISSION
Thank you for visiting our website!
The Kettle Moraine Figure Skating Club is located in West Bend, Wisconsin in Washington County at the Kettle Moraine Ice Center. We are a figure skating club devoted to advancing the sport of figure skating in Washington County. We also run the Learn to Skate USA program at the Kettle Moraine Ice Center. We are a non-profit figure skating club governed by a board of volunteers who are voted on each year.
The Kettle Moraine Figure Skating Club (KMFSC) is devoted to the instruction and development of the sport of figure skating in the Washington County community.
KMFSC actively promotes the mental and physical rewards of recreational skating. In doing so, the figure skating club provides the community with the only formal, professionally taught skating program in the county.
The club is solely run by parent volunteers, who over the years have devoted countless hours to making the club what it is today.
The Kettle Moraine Figure Skating Club is a proud member of PSA's Excellence on Ice program. All of the club's coaches are required to be members of PSA, encouraged to continue their coaching education to advance within their profession and obtain PSA Rankings and Ratings as evidence of their accomplishments as a coach and their level of education.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Pres – Brad Otto
Vice Pres – Michelle Kocher
Treasurer – Cathy Grande
Secretary – Amanda Raudabaugh
General Board Members:
Kate Anderson
Shelly Gehring
Zulfiya Penterman
Julie Rehfeldt
Calyn Strobel
Rebecca Vara
Sarah Welke
Board Meetings
2025-26
Unless otherwise announced - Every 2nd Monday of the month - 6:30 PM at Kettle Moraine Ice Center.
Board meetings are open for any KMFSC member to attend. If you are not a board member, you will be asked to leave for any confidential business that must be conducted during a closed session.
Club Coaches
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions for Kettle Moraine Figure Skating Club's Learn to Skate USA Program
Please feel free to email us at info@kmfsc.org for more questions.
What is the Kettle Moraine Figure Skating Club?
The KMFSC is a Figure Skating club devoted to the instruction and development of the sport of Figure Skating in the Washington County Community. KMFSC is a 100% parent volunteer non-profit 501c(3) sports club. We currently have a membership of more than 35 skaters and parents. New club members are always welcome. Visit ourMembership section on the website to learn more about our different membership opportunities and the many benefits the members receive. We have club activities and meetings. If you are interested in becoming a member, email us. We welcome all interested and hope you can join us.
Kettle Moraine Figure Skating Club also runs the Learn to Skate USA program at the Kettle Moraine Ice Center. The United States Speedskating, Hockey Association, and Figure Skating Association all recommend a skater get their start in a Learn to Skate USA program.
What class do I sign up for?
If you or your child have never skated before, or have never had any formal training, we recommend starting in the following classes: Snowplow Sam 1 (SPS1) for ages 3-6; Basic 1 (BS1) for ages 6.5 / 7 and older; Hockey 1 – 4 is recommended for children who would like to pursue Hockey, and have little or no skating experience, ages 3 – 7.
What is the class progression?
After Snowplow Sam 1, ages 3-5 advance to Snowplow Sam 2, 3, 4 and then to Basic 2. After Basic 1, ages 6.5+ advance to Basic 2-6 levels, then on to Pre-Freeskate, then to Freeskate 1-6 levels. After Hockey 1-4, we recommend the child enter into the Introduction to Hockey program offered through Washington County Hockey Association.
Beginner Classes
No Experience Required! In any of our beginner classes, skaters will learn basic skating fundamentals, such as standing up, falling down, forward & backward skating, gliding, & stopping.
Snowplow Sam 1-4 (ages 3-5)
Sundays
Basic 1 (age 6+)
Sundays
Adult Classes
Sundays
intermediate Classes
Basic 2-4
Sundays
Basic 5 & 6 & Prefreeskate
Sundays
Advanced Classes
Free Skate 1-6
Free Skate 7-9
Sundays
What are the prices of the classes?
See the class registration page for current pricing at Lts.kmfsc.org
Are there classes for more advanced figure skaters?
Yes, we are now offering a Free Skates 7, 8, & 9 class and speciality classes, see what is included within these classes below:
Free Skate 7
Axel
Lutz, 1/2 loop, Flip Combo
Split Jump
Layback
Camel, Sit, Back Sit Combo
Forward and Backward Brackets
Free Skate 8
Double Salchow
Difficult entrance into axel
Flying Camel
Camel, Back Camel Combo
Illusions
Falling leaf
1 difficult cluster
Free Skate 9
Double Toe Loop
Axel, 1/2 Loop, Double Salchow Combo
Death Drop
Level 4 combo spin
Stag Jump
2 difficult clusters
Walley
What do I need to wear?
Please wear warm, comfortable, layered clothing including gloves and thin, warm socks. You may choose to have your child wear a bike or hockey helmet. Once the skater advances into further classes, they may choose to wear more athletic appearing leggings and tops.
How and where do I sign up?
For Learn to Skate classes, you may register online at Lts.kmfsc.org
Become a member today! Register online using our registration and ice booking service - Daysmart Recreation. Follow these instructions:
https://scribehow.com/shared/KMFSC__DaySmart_Recreation__Create_your_account_and_add_your_membership__zrYuunoFRvyaiJ3akj1PhA
Already registered? Login to your membership portal here:
https://apps.daysmartrecreation.com/dash/x/#/online/kmfsc/login?noAutoLogin=1
What do I need to do the first day?
Please arrive 30 minutes prior to the start time of your first class. Volunteers will guide you where to go. Be ready to have fun!!
Can I make up a missed class?
Due to the scheduling of ice time, missed classes cannot be made up.
Can I get a refund if my skater decides that they do not like the class or cannot make it to classes?
KMFSC has a no-refund policy on classes after the first week of each session.
How do I get to be part of the annual Ice Show?
The Ice Show is our end of season showcase of all of our skaters. It is a very exciting experience to be a part of. Any skater that is registered in a Learn to Skate class within our program, or is a KMFSC member is welcome to be a part of the Ice Show. Visit the Ice Show section of our website for more details with the date and times of the show. We welcome all skaters to join the Ice Show.
How do I practice my skating?
To progress through the skating classes and get the most out of your lessons, it is recommended for each ½ hour lesson that a skater practices for 1 hour on their own time. The club has many open ice times to practice. Visit the Practice Ice section of our website to learn about the times, dates, and prices for practice ice. You may also choose to work one on one with a certified coach.
How do I choose a coach?
Many skaters choose to work with a coach one-on-one to develop their skills, and progress faster. Working with a coach can offer the opportunities to participate in competitions and test sessions. Visit the Coach section on our website to learn about the coaches. You may email them directly to determine availability and ask questions. You may also ask the Learn the skate coach to see if they are available for private coaching.
What is the best place to buy skates or skating apparel?
Many times throughout the season, we offer a used skate/apparel sale at the rink during Learn to Skate sessions. This is a great way to buy used skates/equipment or to sell your skating equipment.
How do I learn more about the Kettle Moraine Figure Skating Club or upcoming events?
Our website is continually updated to provide the most up to date information. We also have bulletin boards located at the rink with current information. Like us on Facebook or ask a club member or board member. We are always available to answer your questions.
New Skater Information
Kettle Moraine Figure Skating Club runs the Learn to Skate USA program at the Kettle Moraine Ice Center. We offer all classes including:
- Basic ice skating classes
- Figure Skating, Basic and Advanced classes
- Beginning Hockey classes
- Specialty Classes for Figure Skaters
- Adult learn to skate classes
Please click on this link to learn more about learning to skate: https://www.usfsaonline.org/
The Learn to Skate USA program is endorsed by the following: US Figure Skating, USA Hockey, and US Speed skating associations. To learn more, visit: https://www.learntoskateusa.com
Q. When Should I Purchase My Own Skates?
Q. Where should I purchase skates?
Julie R Dance and Skate - Beaver Dam, WI
Rainbo Sports - Northbrook, IL
Pierce Skate and Ski - Minneapolis, MN
https://youtu.be/EdYEO1bQnoY?si=S6qfG-nVCAYbAYWa
- Allye Ritt at Pure Gold Ice Werks - Sheboygan, WI - on Facebook or text 920-918-6036
- Dan the Skate Man - Waukesha, WI - 414-379-8107
- Out of State Full Service Skate Shops
- Pierce Skate and Ski - Minneapolis, MN
- Rainbo Sports - Northbrook, IL
BOOKING Ice Time
To progress faster in your skating skills and get the most out of your lessons, it is recommended for each 1/2-hour lesson, that a skater practices for 1 hour on their own. For the safety of all skaters, skaters who are Basic Skills Level 4 or higher are allowed to practice on KMFSC Club Ice & KMIC Open figure skating Ice without a coach. This means that any skater who is a level of Basic 3 & below is required to be in a lesson with a coach while on KMFSC Club Ice or KMIC Open figure skating Ice OR have permission from the LTS Director.
KMFSC Figure Skating Club Ice:
During the regular season - September thru April - Sundays, 3:00 - 4:30 & 6:45 - 8:30 pm and Wednesdays, 3:00 - 6:00 pm, Fridays 2:30 - 5:30pm. Ice can be purchased daily thru Daysmart Recreation:
https://scribehow.com/shared/Registering_for_Practice_Ice_at_KMFSC_with_Daysmart__DUF1gcfVTDScmnWKjuSIIA
KMFSC Club Member Discount on Practice Ice:
Practice Ice is available to KMFSC members at a discount. ONLY KMFSC MEMBERS may contract ice in advance for a discounted rate - at $6.50 per half hour. Non-members pay $9 per half hour. If you have any questions please email info@kmfsc.org.
Open Figure Skating Ice per Kettle Moraine Ice Center (Rink Ice):
This is open to all figure skaters basic 4 and above. Please follow the instructions for how to book ice:
https://scribehow.com/shared/Registering_for_Practice_Ice_at_KMFSC_with_Daysmart__DUF1gcfVTDScmnWKjuSIIA
All skaters will abide by the code of conduct set forth by KMFSC and WCYHA.
See board members for questions.
Bunny Hop
Kettle Moraine Figure
Skating Club
presents:
Bunny Hop Invitational
Compete USA Competition
April 12, 2025
Register here:
Bunny Hop Registration
Calendar
Below is the schedule for 2025-2026. Any changes to this schedule due to unforeseen circumstances - we will email membership, post to social media, and post to kmfsc.org
Practice ice
Regular season ice will start 9/3. There will be no ice on the holiday (9/1) Practice Ice will be available for sign-up on Daysmart Recreation
Reminder - Basic Skills Level 4 or higher skaters are allowed to practice on KMFSC Club Ice & KMIC Open figure skating Ice without a coach. This means that any skater who is a level of Basic 3 & below is required to be in a lesson with a coach while on KMFSC Club Ice or KMIC Open figure skating Ice OR have permission from the LTS Director.
Events and Competitions
Turkey Twizzle - 11/15/25
11/16/25 - Exhibition and try skating for free during club ice time (tentative)
Test Session - the week of 12/7/25 or 12/14/25
*We are waiting for our dance partners to finalize their schedules.
12/28/25 - DJ Skate and Holiday Party
4/11/2026 - Bunny hop
End of Year Celebration - May / June date TBA
Ice show - 4/25 and 4/26
ice show registration is due January 4, 2026
Ice show practice times - starting March 15 - Wednesdays and Sundays - 1.5 hours each day
Ice Show Picture Day - March 8 (Tentative)
Learn to Skate Classes
Session 1- 9/7 - 10/5 - 5 weeks
Session 2 - 10/12 - 11/16
Session 3 - 11/23 - 1/4 (off 12/28)
Session 4 - 1/11 - 2/15
Session 5 - 2/22 - 3/29
Classes run on Sundays
- 4:30 - 5:00 PM - Introductory classes for children ages 6.5 or younger - Snow Plow Sam (introduction to skating)
- 4:30 - 5:00 PM - Aspire / Specialty Class on-ice work and 5:05 - 5:20 PM - Aspire / Specialty Class off-ice work (for skaters in Pre-FreeSkate or above)
- 5:00 - 5:15 PM - Zam
- 5:15 - 6:00 PM - Adults and Levels Basic 1 thru Basic 6 (minimum age is 6.5 years old unless you have previously passed Snow Plow Sam 1-4)
- 6:00 - 6:45 PM - Freeskate Levels (skaters who passed all 6 levels of the Basic skills program)
Learn to Skate Class Pricing for the 2025-2026 Season
Another reason to become a KMFSC member this year - your membership will include discounts on our group classes and practice ice!
Learn to Skate - $100 for KMFSC members or $110 for non-members per session
Aspire - $85 for KMFSC members or $95 for non-members per session
Once per year LearnToSkateUSA.com registration fee (parents self-register)
Practice Ice
$15 / hour for members, $20 / hour for non-members
Mondays (through early November) - 3 - 6 PM (off for the 9/1 holiday)
Wednesdays - 3 - 6 PM
Fridays - 2:30 - 5:30 PM
Sundays - 3 - 4:30 PM before class, and 7 - 8:30 PM after class
Test Sessions
Test Sessions
Click on the following link to sign up for test sessions:
KMFSC Test Registration
KMFSC is hosting an in-person test session in December - either the week of 12/7 or 12/14 - we are just waiting on our dance partners to confirm their schedules for us.
Priority for lessons with our dance partners will be given to skaters testing, but all skaters are welcome to request lesson time. We will do our best to accommodate schedules and special requests.
Please submit any questions to test@kmfsc.org
No refunds will be given unless a doctor’s note is provided.
Ice Show
Force of Nature
April 25th 2025, @ 2:00pm
April 26th 2025, @ 2:00pm
Register by Jan 4th, 2026 - click here
Already registered? Click here for instructions on how to complete your Ice Show Profile
Want tickets for the show? They will be available to purchase online soon!
Registration Basics
- The annual ice show is a showcase of all the wonderful progress our skaters have made throughout the course of the season. Any skater who is a KMFSC member or has taken at least one LTS session with KMFSC during the season is eligible to participate in the ice show.
- Registration is open now with "early bird" pricing. Fees increase after December 1, 2025. Registration closes on January 4, 2026.
Group Number - $155
- All skaters who sign up for the ice show will be in a group based on their last level passed - LTS or Skating Skills - as of January 15.
- Group numbers are choreographed by the skating coaches. The group number ice show fee covers ice time for practices, coaching fees, and group number costume.
- Closer / Finale: All skaters in the ice show will also be in the finale or closing number.
- Basic and full members are invited to join the opening number. Participation in the Opener is optional but is restricted to members only.
- The fee covers ice time, coach fees, and a tee shirt worn for the number. Participants will supply their own black pants.
- Skaters who wish to skate in a small group or duet must meet the requirements by the close of registration.
- The skaters must supply their own costume & music & retain their own coach.
- Small group/duet slots are limited.
- Small Group/Duet registrations will be approved on a first come first served basis.
- REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be part of a group number
- For a Duet - Skaters must have passed LTS Freeskate 3, plus passed 1 USFS test.
- For a Small Group - Skaters must have passed LTS Pre-freeskate
- Skaters may choose to be in a specialty number.
- Skater may be in a specialty number OR small group - not both.
- The fee includes the practice time, coach fees, and a costume.
- A minimum of 4 skaters is required for each specialty number.
- Low Specialty - skaters in Basic and Freeskate levels who have not tested
- High Specialty - skater must have tested out of LTS or passed a USFS test
- Ice show directors will place skaters in the appropriate specialty group based on ability.
- Pay in Full: Full payment for all number(s) made through Dash at the time of registration.
- Payment Plan: Make a down payment when registering through Dash. Remaining balance(s) is divided into equal monthly payments. Monthly payments are automatically withdrawn from the payment method on file with your registration.
- Volunteering: All families with a skater in the ice show are required to volunteer to help with set up or tear down AND during one show performance. This volunteer requirement is in addition to the volunteer requirement for KMFSC members.
- Raffle: All ice show participants are required to donate a basket with a value of at least $30 for the raffle. Or, you may "buy out" of the raffle basket for $50.
Past Ice Show Themes
2025 - Fantasy on Ice
2024 - Eras of KMFSC
2023 - Under the Stars
2022 - Fire on Ice
2021 - TV Time Warp
2020 - Broadway on Ice
2019 - Heros vs. Villains
2018 - Water...A Spectacle on Ice
2017 - Skating Around the World
2016 - So You Think You Can Skate
2015 - Viva Las Vegas
2014 - Red Carpet Premiere
2013 - Roadtrip
2012 - Glee
2011 - Love Songs
2010 - Skates on Broadway
2009 - Skatin' Around the Clock
2008 - A Night at the Movies
2007 - Skatin' Alive
2006 - Heard it Through the Skate Vine
2005 - Skate! Skate! Skate Senora!
2004 - Boot Skatin Boogie
2003 - Celebrate (10th anniversary)
2002 - Proud to be an American
2001 - A Skate Odyessey
2000 - Dancing on the Edge
1999 - TV Glide
1989 - Musical on Ice
1997 - Rock n Roll on Ice
1996- Disney on Ice
1995 - Broadway on Ice
1994 - Summer Fun
Volunteer
All club member families will be required to complete two requirements for volunteer/service:
1. Volunteer/Service hours at required events where you have a child participating. (Test session, competition & ice show). An online sign-up will be distributed for these events as we approach their start date / as we get closer to the actual event.
2. 10 additional volunteer/service hours.
NOTE: Volunteer hours will have been entered into your EntryEeze account under the oldest skater’s name.
Once you sign up for a shift, it is your responsibility to show up or find a substitute. We also ask that you stay for the full shift you signed up to run. If you leave early, credit for the hours will not be given.
Volunteers needed for:
- Skate Rental Room
- Hand out ice skates for rent during learn to skate classes on Sunday evenings (rentals are included with the registration and you do not need to collect money)
- Clean up the skates when the student turns them in at the rental counter (spray inside the skate with provided cleaner, wipe the blades, stick the laces inside the boot, and put the skates away according to size).
- Close up and lock the skate rental room if you are running the final shift of the night (6:45 PM is when the last LTS class ends on Sunday night)
- Help at the Learn to Skate Registration Desk
- Handing out name tags
- Directing parents
- Answering questions about LTS
- Handing out flyers
- Talking to parents in the stands about Learn to Skate / encouraging to sign up for the next session
- Assisting the LTS committee member as needs arise
Contact
- 2330 South Main Street, West Bend, WI 53095, USA
- Mailing address: Kettle Moraine FSC PO Box 956 West Bend, WI 53095
- info@kmfsc.org
- Mon-Fri - 08:00-19:00
