The West Allis Speedskating Club is a non-profit organization that supports every age of skater from four to sixty-four. We have over 150 members and over 70 active skaters. The club focuses on the development of youth, special needs and the feeder program for U.S. Speedskating. Over the past 70 years, the WASSC has been responsible for the development of the top US speed skaters in the country. This doesn't happen without the dedication of many people's time and the support of the local business communities.
Paid coaches, volunteer coaches and skaters train up to 5 days a week, all year round. The people involved in this sport are dedicated to our youth and the development of solid individuals. Several parents also participate on the ice by coaching or learning to skate themselves - making this a strong family sport. Speed skating as a sport creates a positive attitude for all skaters and WASSC creates a positive and fun environment for all of our members and their families.
The West Allis Speedskating Club operates under and as a part of the West Allis/West Milwaukee Department of Recreation. The club is proud of its association with the department and gratefully acknowledges its continued support and cooperation. It has proudly proved to be the foundation for skaters of national, international and Olympic caliber. Since the 1930's, the club has brought the City of West Allis international recognition, claiming over 17 Olympians, more that 50 World Team members and over 95 National Champions.
The West Allis Speedskating Club coaches are US Speedskating or Special Needs certified. Each strives to assure that every skater competes at an appropriate level within their age division. Although a competitive atmosphere is encouraged on the ice, the proper development of the skater's mechanics, technique and style is of foremost importance. Each coach works with a specific group of skaters and encourages each member to participate as part of the WASSC team.
For more information on the West Allis Speed Skating Club, please contact the club at: information@wassc.org
Or check out their website at: www.wassc.org
The Badger Speed Skating Club was founded in 1975 and offers skating programs for short track and long track as well as an off season dry land program. For both short and long track, there is a program for beginners, intermediate and advanced skaters. Badger typically, practices two days a week; however, should a skater want to be a part of the intermediate/advanced program, there is practice four times per week plus 1-2 days per week for skating competitions. There are four coaches on the Badger staff, three of which are certified coaches by U.S. Speedskating.
Skater Programs/Benefits of Membership include:
Short Track: Badger SSC practices short track at the Wilson Park Rink, from 5pm-6pm every Tuesday and Thursday in September and October and then every Tuesday and Thursday in February and March. Skaters are grouped by age and ability and assigned a coach during each short track session.
Long Track: Badger SSC practices at the Pettit beginning November through January every Monday, 4:30pm-6:30pm and every Thursday 5:30pm-7:00pm. Advanced/intermediate skaters also meet on Tuesdays 4:30pm-6:15pm.
Summer: Badger has training during the summer beginning about mid June and going through August. Typically, there is one day for dry land, one day for cycling, and another day for skating.
For more information on the Badger Speed Skating Club, please contact the club at:
Grace Mane: 414.671.0563
Jeff Brand: 414.640.1634 or by email at: jbrand3@wi.rr.com
