About US
Founded in 1937. GESS has a proud tradition of introducing skaters from ages 4 to 70+ to the sport of speedskating.
Whether your goal is fun, fitness or pursuing Olympic Gold, GESS is the place to start! New skaters are invited to watch, try it one time, sign up for our Learn to Speedskate program or join our club.
GESS is a member of the Amateur Skating Association of Illinois (ASAI) and US Speedskating with certified level 1 and 2 coaches. The team draws members from Chicago to DeKalb and Long Grove to Joliet. So come on out and see what speedskating is all about!
Glen Ellyn Speedskating on WGN
Founded in 1937. GESS has a proud tradition of introducing skaters from ages 4 to 70+ to the sport of speedskating.
Whether your goal is fun, fitness or pursuing Olympic Gold, GESS is the place to start! New skaters are invited to watch, try it one time, sign up for our Learn to Speedskate program or join our club.
GESS is a member of the Amateur Skating Association of Illinois (ASAI) and US Speedskating with certified level 1 and 2 coaches. The team draws members from Chicago to DeKalb and Long Grove to Joliet. So come on out and see what speedskating is all about!
Glen Ellyn Speedskating on WGN
Did you know...
The United States has won more Olympic medals in speedskating than any other winter sport in history?
Did you know...
Six of the U.S. Speedskating 2010 Olympic Team members come from the state of Illinois, and they all start in local clubs!
Fun races and the IL State Outdoor Long Track Speedskating Meet on Lake Ellyn.
Weather and ice conditions permitting, the Glen Ellyn Speed Skating Club along with the Glen Ellyn Part Distinct sponsors fun races for kids on Lake Ellyn on Saturday mornings throughout the winter. Call the Park District at 630-858-2462 for exact times and current ice conditions. The lake Ellyn boat House is at 645 Lenox Road in Glen Ellyn, IL
Speedskating at Lake Ellyn Video
The United States has won more Olympic medals in speedskating than any other winter sport in history?
Did you know...
Six of the U.S. Speedskating 2010 Olympic Team members come from the state of Illinois, and they all start in local clubs!
Fun races and the IL State Outdoor Long Track Speedskating Meet on Lake Ellyn.
Weather and ice conditions permitting, the Glen Ellyn Speed Skating Club along with the Glen Ellyn Part Distinct sponsors fun races for kids on Lake Ellyn on Saturday mornings throughout the winter. Call the Park District at 630-858-2462 for exact times and current ice conditions. The lake Ellyn boat House is at 645 Lenox Road in Glen Ellyn, IL
Speedskating at Lake Ellyn Video
Team Coaches and Club Officers
Head Coach: Carl Cepuran Club Officers: LTS Director: Melissa Koenig
President: Brian Molenda Publicity: Steve Penland
Asst. Coaches: Elise Brinich Treasurer: Jennifer Rowe Web Master: Roger Lukes
Eric Cepuran Secretary: Becky Bosman
Erica Hamilton Registrar: John Aquino
Mike Papini
Steve Penland Skater Rep: Blake Felber
Melissa Koenig
Long Track Coach: Steve Penland
