Friends of The Desert Figure Skating club
Are you a recreational skater, a friend or family member of a club member, or just want to be part of the local skating community as a fan? If you'd like to be part of the club without the full U.S. Figure Skating membership, we have a membership made just for you.
Become a Friend of The Desert Figure Skating Club
Big benefits, small price tag — Friends enjoy meaningful perks at a fraction of the cost of full membership.
As a friend, you help us:
- Open the ice to more people — youth, adults, seniors, and adaptive skaters of all abilities and backgrounds
- Support skaters on every pathway, from first-timers to those pursuing competitive dreams
- Build a community where confidence, resilience, and belonging thrive — both on and off the ice
- Establish the Coachella Valley as a regional hub for excellence and inclusion in figure skating
Benefits
- ★ Priority access to club events, including early registration for showcases, competitions, and holiday shows before they open to the general public
- ★ Invitations to exclusive behind-the-scenes experiences, such as meet-the-skaters receptions and pre-show warmup viewing
- ★ Club newsletter and regular updates on skater achievements, upcoming events, and the club's community impact
- ★ Discounted tickets to club showcases, recitals, and competitions, for the member and a guest
- ★ Voting or advisory voice in club matters, such as participating in an annual survey or attending a Friends-only town hall
- ★ Exclusive access to order a personalized club jacket
- ★ 15% off club merchandise (excluding club jackets). New merchandise coming soon
- ★ New friends get a 25% welcome discount on a SK8 Academy enrollment or a 20x Public Skate punch pass at the rink; renewing friends receive 15% off one of these each year *
- ★ Local business discounts from our sponsors (coming soon)
* Offer must be claimed within 14 days of receiving email confirmation. Limit one discounted item per membership year. Non-transferable and cannot be combined with any other discount or promotion, or applied to passes already purchased.
Pricing
The Desert Figure Skating Club is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. However, because the value of member benefits is likely to meet or exceed the membership fee, dues are generally not tax-deductible. Please consult your tax advisor for your specific situation.
