Learn To Skate
Our 4-week Learn to Skate Workshop, led by U.S. National Champion Gracey Meyer, is designed for children, teens, and adults who are brand new to skating or simply want to improve their skills and confidence.
Throughout the program, participants progress through four interactive learning modules that teach the fundamentals of roller skating in a safe, encouraging, and exciting environment. From learning how to balance and glide to stopping, turning, and skating independently, every lesson is designed to help skaters succeed while having fun!
Here are a few things you can look forward to:
🛼 Learn from U.S. National Champion Gracey Meyer
⭐ Small class instruction with personalized coaching
🎉 A welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere
❤️ Build confidence while making new friends
🎟 Every registered participant receives a FREE Admission Pass to any of our public skating sessions so they can continue practicing outside of class.
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Workshop Information
- $48 Per Person for the 4-Week Workshop Program.
- Please arrive 15 minutes before class for check-in and skate fitting.
- Doors open at 9:45 AM.
- Parents are welcome to participate on skates or watch from the sidelines for just $1 per workshop.
- Can’t attend every week? We also offer a Drop-In Workshop for $15 per skater.
We truly believe that every great skater starts with a single roll, and we’d love to help you or your child begin that journey with us.
If you have any questions about the program or would like assistance registering, simply reply to this email or give us a call. We’re happy to help!
We look forward to welcoming you to the skating floor and helping you build confidence, create memories, and discover the joy of roller skating!
More information available here: Skate Training
NOW BOOKING SCHOOL GROUPS
FREE SEPTEMBER — BACK-TO-SCHOOL SCHOOL PARTIES!
Kick off the new school year with a celebration your students will remember!
During September 2026, GR Skate & Event Center is inviting local schools to host a FREE private school skating party at our facility. Choose a daytime party during the school week or an evening school party—whatever works best for your students, families, and staff.
This is our way of welcoming schools back for another great year while giving students an opportunity to get active, have fun, connect with classmates, and build school spirit outside of the classroom.
The party is FREE during September — you bring your school, and we’ll bring the fun!
Let’s Skate… Let’s Play… Let’s Bring Your School Together!
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Perfect For:
- School Field Trips
- P.E. Classes & Physical Activity
- Student Reward & Incentive Days
- School-Wide Celebrations
- Fundraisers
- After-School Programs
- End-of-Year Celebrations
- Classroom & Grade-Level Outings
More Than Just Skating
A trip to GR Skate gives students the chance to move, laugh, socialize and experience something fun together. Roller skating encourages physical activity while providing opportunities for students to practice teamwork, build confidence and strengthen social connections.
An Experience for Every Student
Build Your Own Birthday
Book it Your Way * Your Budget* Book with Ease * AffordableBuild Your Own Birthday
Chill & Celebrate with our new Build-A-Bash Birthday Party! Includes 2 reserved tables for 2 hours, a party host to set-up, service, and clean up, a red carpet birthday entrance & celebration and music dedication. Add on table coverings and balloons plus all your skating rink favorites such as pizza, pop, drink station, French fry baskets, chicken nuggets, and a ice cream sundae bar compliments of Scotty’s Scoop House.
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Contact Us Today!
VISIT THE KENTWOOD SKATING RINK IN GRAND RAPIDS FOR A FUN TIME!
WHERE EVERY VISIT BECOMES A CELEBRATION!
From unforgettable birthday parties and exciting public skating sessions to family outings, school events, memberships, and private celebration, GR Skate and Event Center is where laughter, connection, and lasting memories come to life. Whether you’re five or ninety-five, every visit is an opportunity to celebrate together!