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An award-winning nonprofit for girls that pairs figure skating with academics, leadership and mentoring in its I Can Excel after-school program. Skaters train in groups by age and ability, with summer, winter and synchronized skating options.
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2026-27 I Can Excel applications due Sep 25
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Ages 6–17.
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2026-27 I Can Excel applications due Sep 25
361 W 125th St, 4th Floor, 10027, in Harlem, Manhattan.
Registration is handled by Figure Skating in Harlem: figureskatinginharlem.org, or call (646) 698-3440.
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