07. March 2024

Save the date! Our Annual Awards Banquet is the highlight of the year where it's all about CELEBRATING YOU and your accomplishments! The 2024 Awards Banquet will be held on June 23rd at Moretti's Barrington. Invitations will follow in the coming months, but make sure you mark your calendars today so you don't miss the fun. And keep working on those testing and competition goals so we can recognize your hard work this June!

01. February 2024

LOVE a good skating party? Well you're in luck because we are "taking over" our home rink's Group Lesson VIP Practice Ice on Sunday, 2/11 from 12:40pm-1:40pm for a VALENTINE'S PARTY! Come be a part of the action and help lead (or just play) games on ice! There will be music, snacks, and prizes (while supplies last!). Our Takeover events at the Crystal Ice House are a great place to build friendships and share your love of skating with skaters of all ages and levels. ALL club members are...

29. December 2023

U.S. Figure Skating is offering a virtual test judge promotional school for singles and dance March 1-3, 2024. School will start on Friday afternoon and run through late afternoon on Sunday. Students must attend the entire school to be eligible for the practical exam. The cost to attend is $10 for education only and $25 for promotion. The deadline to register for the school is December 31, 2023. Click the here to register. A link to the registration form is also available on the Judges page in...

28. December 2023

As a non-profit and 100% volunteer-run organization, we rely upon members to volunteer annually to support club events. The next big opportunity to volunteer is at the 13th Annual Synchro Illinois Competition on January 12-14 at the Robert Crown Community Center in Evanston. What does your volunteering mean for the club? In the case of volunteering at Skating Council of Illinois events, the council distributes most of their profit from competitions to member clubs based upon their percentage of...

14. November 2023

If you missed the shopping window for our Holiday Pop-Up Shop, Down the Street Apparel has got you covered! You can still order from our online shop through 12/1 for delivery by 12/24. Whether it's holiday designs, stocking stuffers, or a club jacket* for competition and testing in the New Year, the shop has something for the skater on your list (even if that skater is YOU!). Click here to start checking things off your wish list today! * Down the Street will do their best to deliver...

24. October 2023

Don't miss out - the shop is only open until 11/10 to allow time for items to be custom-made and delivered to the Crystal Ice House for pick up at the Holiday Exhibition. Click here to shop the cozy winter options perfect for skaters, parents, and coaches - there truly is a gift for everyone!

04. October 2023

Don't be scared! Grab your skates and a costume and come PARTY with Wagon Wheel, Wagon Wheel ASPIRE, and Crystal Ice House Group Lesson skaters at our 2nd Annual SPOOKY SKATE party! Where: Crystal Ice House When: Sunday October 22 12:40-1:40PM Who: All Club members welcome! If you would like to volunteer to run a game or bring a treat, let us know!

13. September 2023

Videos are now prepared for download from Chicago Star Productions! Click your way to video dowloads to find your or your skater's performance. We hope you enjoyed the availability of a Live Stream combined with video downloads as part of your competition package! 2023 GCFI spirit wear is available through Sunday 9/17/23 at http://downthestreetapparel.com/wagon-wheel-GCFI/shop/home Save the date for GCFI 2024 on September 5-8, 2024 - we will be a part of the National Qualifying Series, so be...

17. August 2023

Wagon Wheel Figure Skating Club is excited to share our online pop-up apparel shop for the 2023 Greater Chicagoland Fall Invitational! Visit http://downthestreetapparel.com/wagon-wheel-GCFI/shop/home to see the fun assortment of gear. There is something for everyone - hoodies, crews, tees and even tie dye! Competitors, parents, volunteers and officials all are welcome to order and show your spirit at the rink - you can even personalize items with your or your skater’s name on the back and NEW...