Figure Skating, South Florida, Kendall Ice Arena

The Figure Skating Program at Kendall Ice Arena offers a dynamic and supportive environment for skaters of all ages and skill levels to develop their abilities on the ice. With a team of experienced coaches, the program provides comprehensive instruction ranging from basic skills classes to advanced freestyle training and choreography. Skaters can participate in group lessons, private lessons, and competitive track programs, all designed to build confidence, technique, and artistry. Kendall Ice Arena also hosts seasonal shows, USFS testing, and competitions, giving skaters the opportunity to showcase their progress and passion in front of an enthusiastic community.

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Freestyle Sessions
Private and Group lessons
"On-ice" Power Conditioning Classes
Sports Slow Motion Video Analysis!
4D Skating- "Slideboard" Jump and Core Training*
Summer Training Camp
USFS Test Sessions hosted by the Miami FSC, Inc.
Host arena for the annual Miami Open Championship with IJS event.
KIA "Stars" and KIA "Twinkles" Bridge Program - Part of the USFS ASPIRE Program! Designed to progress beginning skaters more rapidly into USFS Testing and Competition
Competitions - KIA hosts the Miami Open and one of the Compete USA South Florida Basic Skills Series Competitions
Ice Shows
Seminars and Clinics*
Expert Skate Sharpening and custom boot fitting
On-Ice Overhead Track and portable Fishing Pole Jump Harness Training
NEW - State-of-the-art "Off-Ice" motorized rotation/jump harness training.
Fully stocked Pro Shop
All Coaches and Instructors are members of USFS, and or Learn to Skate USA (includes annual background screening).
USFS Master Rated Coaches
All year programs
Two ice surfaces NHL sized measuring 200 X 85
"Off-Ice" Conditioning and Jump Classes
Complete Weight/Exercise Facility
Mirrored Ballet/Off Ice Studio

The Compete USA South Florida Basic Skills Series is a long-standing figure skating competition circuit designed to foster skill development and competitive experience for skaters of all ages and levels. Celebrating its 22nd season in 2025, the series includes three events: March 22–23 at Kendall Ice Arena in Miami, May 3–4 at Palm Beach SkateZone in Lake Worth, and the Miami Open Championship Finals on May 31–June 1, also at Kendall Ice Arena .

Endorsed by Learn to Skate USA and U.S. Figure Skating, the series offers events ranging from Snowplow Sam (Tots) to Preliminary levels, as well as Aspire, Excel, and Well-Balanced categories for higher-level competitors, including adults . Skaters accumulate points across required events—such as Elements, Compulsory, Basic with Music, and Freeskate with Music—to qualify for final placement trophies. Additional points can be earned by participating in extra events like Spins, Jumps, Interpretive, and Showcase .

The series emphasizes a supportive and educational environment, making it an ideal platform for skaters to gain competitive experience. For more information, including competition announcements and registration details, visit basicskillsflorida.com.

The 2025 Miami Open Figure Skating Championship, hosted by the Miami Figure Skating Club, is scheduled to take place from May 30 to June 1, 2025, at Kendall Ice Arena in Miami, Florida. This prestigious event is part of the U.S. Figure Skating's 2025 Excel Series, offering competitive opportunities for skaters from Pre-Preliminary through Senior Singles, as well as Excel and Adult levels, all judged under the International Judging System (IJS) . Additionally, the championship will serve as the season finals for the Compete USA South Florida Basic Skills Series, providing a platform for skaters to showcase their development and earn recognition . Registration for the competition is available through the U.S. Figure Skating's Event Management System (EMS), and further details can be found on the Miami Figure Skating Club's official website at miamifsc.com.