Learn to Skate Sessions
The first Learn to Skate session of the season has begun! This first session runs for 5 weeks beginning the weekend of August 23/24 and running through the weekend of September 20/21. Visit our Learn to Skate page for more information about this program.
SCMIA Family Drive-In Movie Night – Friday, September 19, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
The South Charleston Memorial Ice Arena is hosting a drive-in movie night on Friday, September 26th featuring How to Train Your Dragon. Activities include ice skating for $6 and ice bumper cars for $5, both starting at 7:00 pm. The movie – How to Train Your Dragon – will begin at dusk and is free. Bring the whole family for a night of fun and laughter!
Little Victories Paws on Ice Show – Sunday, September 28, 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Little Victories Animal Rescue is hosting a family-friendly fundraiser at SCMIA on Sunday, September 28th. This event features world-renowned figure skaters putting on an unforgettable show, the Frosty Paws Pup Parade, raffles, VIP Skater Meet & Greet after the show, and an exclusive Snuggle Lounge with adoptable dogs. Our very own JD & Alexis Rappold are the featured performers along with other professional skaters including Madison Vinci and our own Peige Dearnell. For more information, including ticket purchases, visit Little Victories Paws on Ice.
Virtual Test Session – Monday, October 13
We will be hosting a virtual test session on Monday, October 13th, which is the deadline for video submissions. All videos for this test must be filmed between Monday, September 29th and Monday, October 13th. The testing fee includes 15 minutes of ice time per skater for filming (for CFSC members only). Sign ups for filming will be strictly on a first-come, first-served basis. Keep an eye out for announcements regarding filming dates and times.
Annual Meeting and Elections – Wednesday, October 22, 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
We will be holding our annual meeting and elections on Wednesday, October 22nd. Please plan to attend so your voice can be heard! Parents/guardians will be voting on behalf of their minor club member, and adult members who are not able to attend may designate a proxy. More information will be available in the October newsletter.
If you are interested in running for one of the three open positions, please email the club so your name can be added to the ballot.
Club Photos – Wednesday, October 22, 5:15 pm – 7:45 pm
Club photos will be taken by Josh Sharp again this year during our regular Wednesday night Freestyle session. Keep an eye out for more information and sign-ups coming soon.
Congratulations!!
Congratulations to Sarah S. who passed her Blues Partnered Pattern Dance test, one of the four dances in the pre-gold partnered pattern dance test. Well done, Sarah!
Also a huge congratulations to Emily M. who not only passed 2 of the 4 Gold Solo Pattern Dances – the Argentine Tango and the Quickstep – but also her Gold Solo Free Dance. This makes Emily a triple gold medalist!
Competition Corner
Good luck to our upcoming competitors:
- Hope and Genevieve will be competing at Skate Cleveland in Lakewood, OH September 19 – September 21 accompanied by Coach Morgan
Competitions whose registration deadlines are coming up (for a complete list of competitions and who’s planning to go, visit our Competing page):
- Canton Skating Spooktacular (North Canton, OH) – 10/25/25-10/26/25 – registration deadline 9/15/25
- Louisville Fall Compete USA (Louisville, KY) – 11/8/25 – registration deadline 10/15/25