Gliding Stars of Central Florida

Gliding Stars of Central Florida Gliding Stars provides individuals with disabilities the opportunity to learn to ice skate. The program is inclusive in terms of age, race, gender and ability.

IT IS THE PHILOSOPHY OF GLIDING STARS TO USE THE SPORT OF ICE-SKATING FOR PHYSICAL, SOCIAL AND EMOTIONAL GROWTH OF PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES. Through ice-skating, people can achieve the physical benefits of improved posture, fine and gross motor coordination, strengthened muscles and improved balance and coordination. A social and recreational activity, the instructional program also brings people with and without disabilities together in a team-oriented, helping environment. This develops increased confidence and social skills on the part of the skaters, which carries over positively into other areas of their lives. The achievement of progressive goals in this warm and emotionally supportive atmosphere creates a positive self-image that enhances the quality of life and the participant’s ability to succeed in other life situations. The ages of skaters range from 18 months to 73 years. Types of disabilities include, but are not limited to: cerebral palsy, spina bifida, sensory impairments including blindness and hearing impairments/deafness, learning disabilities, mental retardation, developmental disabilities, muscular dystrophy, multiple sclerosis, heart transplant, congenital myopathy, speech impairments, hemophilia, amputation, William’s Syndrome, cancer, scoliosis, down syndrome, autism, neurological impairments, congenital heart defects, epilepsy, seizure disorders, emotional disabilities and multiple disabilities. An overall average of 1.8 volunteers are engaged in assisting each skater in the program, creating a significant volunteer force that propels the organization in each local community. A critical component of the Gliding Stars philosophy is to create an atmosphere of love and warmth, with caring, sensitive people in a fun environment.

10/22/2025

Finding a team for your special needs athlete requires patience, time and space. Thank you for trusting Gliding Stars with your families and athletes!

Looking for some Holiday Fun as we move closer to the end of the month??A few of our volunteers are working this event…S...
10/06/2025

Looking for some Holiday Fun as we move closer to the end of the month??
A few of our volunteers are working this event…Swing by Oct 15th as it is Special Needs night!
(Tickets available at the door)

https://www.apetrifiedforest.com/tickets.html

Excited to be a part of UCF Think Safety Day tomorrow! 🖤💛 Stop by and learn about safety resources, community programs, ...
09/12/2025

Excited to be a part of UCF Think Safety Day tomorrow! 🖤💛 Stop by and learn about safety resources, community programs, and ways to stay safe in the community. JOIN US!

🍕➡️❄️ Help fuel the magic of our 2025 Ice Show! Order from Little Caesars today and support our athletes on and off the ...
09/02/2025

🍕➡️❄️ Help fuel the magic of our 2025 Ice Show! Order from Little Caesars today and support our athletes on and off the ice.
** Any local location accepts coupon codes, anywhere across the U.S. **


Easy, delicious, and profitable – our products are a hit with groups of all ages!

07/28/2025

Huge thanks to -MO Snaps for capturing the incredible moments behind the scenes as our amazing volunteers helped our athletes gear up during skate fitting! We’re so grateful for the support as we get ready to kick off our on-ice season at Orlando Ice Den! ⛸✨ https://www.kmosnaps.com


Address

8701 Maitland Summit Boulevard
Orlando, FL
32810

Opening Hours

2pm - 1:45pm

Website

https://www.guidestar.org/profile/shared/4ddc7f83-6a8a-49fa-bd59-e6ad8d3428d0

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