Skate the Shores
July 18, 2026 · St. Clair Shores Civic Arena · Hosted by the St. Clair Shores Figure Skating Club
What Is the Michigan Compete USA Series?
Skate the Shores is Event #9 in the 2026 Michigan Compete USA Series (formerly the Basic Skills Series), one of 14 U.S. Figure Skating-sanctioned Learn to Skate USA competitions held at rinks across Michigan each season. Skaters compete in Free Skate (Program with Music) and/or Element/Compulsory events at every level, from Snowplow Sam through Adult, plus Excel, Special Olympics Badges, Showcase, and Solo Dance.
Skaters who enter at least 3 of the 14 series events are eligible for season-long points, with final standings and awards presented at the series finale in Midland on November 7, 2026. Every competitor at every event goes home with a medal.
Skate the Shores: What to Expect
Location
St. Clair Shores Civic Arena
20000 Stephens St, St. Clair Shores, MI 48080
Registration & Entries
Entries closed July 1, 2026, with 170 skaters registered. This is shaping up to be one of our biggest competitions yet.
Schedule
The full event schedule will be posted online closer to the competition date.
Check sk8stuff.com →Awards
Every competitor receives a medal. A podium will be set up for group and individual photos throughout the day.
Shop While You Watch
Several vendors will be set up at the arena throughout the competition:
Madhatter's Patch Bar
Hundreds of patches to choose from, heat-pressed onto bags or hats on the spot.
Kristy Lucey
Skating zipper pouches, chapstick holders, keychains, magnets, pins, towels, and more.
More Vendors Coming
We're finalizing additional vendors, so check back soon for updates.
Come Cheer On Our Skaters
Skate the Shores is open to spectators, so bring the whole family to watch 170 skaters take the ice. Questions about the event can be directed to Lindsay O'Donoghue.
Event Chair: Kaylee DiCicco · Co-Chair: Michael Crowe
Contact Lindsay Full Schedule at sk8stuff.comGood to Know
- The ice surface measures 200x85 feet.
- This is a U.S. Figure Skating-approved Basic Skills Competition.
- Skaters must check in at least one hour before their competition time.
