UMass Boston

Instructional Offerings

Instructional Recreation provides a diverse blend of non-credit classes like CPR and Ice Skating to members of the UMB community at a nominal cost.

The classes offered in this program provide personal enrichment, training, and skill building and are intensive in nature.

For more information, please email UMBRec@umb.edu.

Adult CPR, First Aid & AED

Information and Cost

All CPR/AED and First Aid is taught using the American Red Cross format. All candidates who successfully complete the course will receive a valid certification through the American Red Cross.

All classes are conducted in person with live instructors (held in McCormack, room 608). Online courses are not offered and this does not cover BLS.

Cost

  • Student $60
  • Faculty or Staff Member $90 
  • Non-Member $100

Register for a CPR Class

Dates

 

DATE(S) TIME
Friday, 9/18 
  • 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
  • 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Monday, 11/20
  • 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
  • 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Ice Skating Lessons

Information and Cost

Beginner Ice Skating Lessons are intended for beginner and novice level skaters to learn basic skating moves and techniques.  We also offer intermediate and advanced level classes for those that feel a bit more comfortable on the ice.  Check out the lesson dates and times section for more information on the course levels. 
All of our classes are held in Clark Athletic Center's Ice Rink before our open skate times!  Work on the skills you learned during open skate after your lesson each week.  Lessons are one hour at a time.  Students are allowed to bring in skates or check them out from our collection of rental skates.
If you cannot make your lessons after signing up, members will be subject to our refund policy.
All lessons are $50 and that includes 5 lessons with our instructor to instruct you based on the level you sign up for.
For more information on lessons, please email matthew.lee@umb.edu!
Meet our Ice Skating Instructor:  Ellen Kisselburg
Hello! My name is Ellen Kisselburg, I am the figure skating instructor at UMB! I am a US Figure Skating certified instructor and I have been skating for 16 years as well as competing through high school. I am Silver tested in the Moves in the Field, and Bronze tested through Freestyle. I have been teaching figure skating at UMB for two years now, and I am so excited to continue this year! Please let me know if you have any questions!! You can reach me via email : ellen.kisselburg001@umb.edu.

Lesson Dates and Times

Registration for the Fall 2026 Semester will open on Monday August 31, 2026 through our Rec Connect Portal.  Space is limited so keep an eye out for registration opening!

Lessons are anticipated to begin the week of Tuesday, September 22.  You will receive confirmation and more details upon registering.  In the fall semester we are offering a beginner and advanced course.  *Please note: the ice time we receive dictates the lesson dates and times.  We will update registrants if needed after sign up if any dates change.

Anticipated dates for lessons, once per week:

Fall Lessons Session 1: Sept 22 - Oct 22

Fall Lessons Session 2: Oct 27-Nov 24

Beginner Courses:  Tuesdays OR Wednesdays (choose one that fits your schedule best!) at 6pm

Advanced course: Thursdays at 6pm 

Course Descriptions:

Beginner Course: Designed for individuals with little to no skating experience, this level introduces fundamental skating skills in a safe and supportive environment. Skaters will learn proper falling and recovery techniques, basic forward and backward skating, stops, and introductory edges. The emphasis is on building balance, coordination, and confidence on the ice.

Advanced Course: Designed for skaters who have mastered beginner skills and wish to expand their abilities for recreational enjoyment, this level introduces more complex elements such as mohawks, three-turn variations, advanced edges, and basic spins. Skaters will also explore creative footwork patterns, increased power, and smoother transitions to enhance comfort and versatility on the ice. The emphasis is on skill refinement, confidence, and the joy of skating at a higher level without a competitive focus.