Education/Certifications/Qualifications:

• NCCP Level 3 Certified

Professional coaching experience:

• Coached skaters from CanSkate to Gold test
• Coached competitive skaters to Challenge, Nationals, and International medalists

Disciplines:

Able to coach all disciplines

Language(s) spoken:

• English
• French

Personal background:

• Attained Gold figure, freeskate, and dance tests
• 3 years with Ice Follies & Holiday on Ice/Disney Shows
• Volunteered for numerous events

Coaching philosophy:

I want to pass on the love of skating to all and have them reach their personal skating goals, whether it's competing at a high level or just wanting to improve their skating skills, keeping it fun and engaging in a positive environment.

Rates:

Please contact Dan directly.

Education/Certifications/qualifications:

• NCCP Regional Coach Certified
• NCCP CanSkate Coach Certified
• STAR 1-5 Assessor Training
• 8 years of coaching experience
• BSc Neuroscience and Mental Health (Carleton University - 2021)
• BSc Psychology: Concentration in Health Psychology (Carleton University - 2023)

Disciplines:

• Freeskate
• Skills
• Dance
• Artistic

Language(s) Spoken:

• English

personal background:

• 20 years of skating experience with NSC

Volunteer experience:

• Numerous NSC ice shows, competitions, test days, and performance days
• 2023 NSC Ice Show Planning Committee
• 2019 Nepean WinterSkate Planning Committee: Medals and Awards
• 2017 Skate Ontario Autumn Skate Planning Committee: Medals and Awards

Coaching philosophy:

My coaching philosophy is to create a sage environment where skaters are free to be themselves, allowing them to grow, not only as skaters, but as human beings. I aim to help skaters develop their skills while growing their love of skating by being patient and attentive to their needs and demonstrating a strong basic technique. I understand that, as coaches, we are helping to build people, not just athletes, so we must lead by example with kindness, respect, and compassion. I believe that skating is for everyone and want to be able to share my love of the sport with them.

Rates:

$10.00 per 15 minutes

Education/CERTIFICATIONS/Qualifications:

• NCCP National Coach Certified

Coaching Experience:

• Professional skating coach since 1975
• Star 1 to quadruple Gold level
• Competitive skaters from Pre-Juvenile to Junior level in dance and freestyle

Disciplines:

• Freeskate (jumps, spins, choreography of freeskate programs)
• Artistic programs (choreography)
• Dance (preliminary to Gold level)
• Skills

Coaching Philosophy:

The joy of lacing your skates to step on the ice and totally knowing this is your place to smile, laugh, and enjoy the love of skating at any age or level of experience.

Rates:

$1.10 per minute

Education/Certifications/Qualifications:

• NCCP Regional Coach Certified
• STAR 1-5 Coach Assessor
• Sport Activity Leader Training

Disciplines:

• Freeskate
• Choreography
• Artistic Programs
• Power Skating
• CanSkate
• Off-Ice

Coaching Experience:

• School of Figure Skating - Savskaskating
• Nepean Skating Club (CanSkate and Base Coach)
• March Kanata Skating Club (CanSkate and Base Coach)

Coaching philosophy:

My coaching philosophy centers on guiding each skater to achieve their desired level of beautiful skating. I emphasize fun, safety, and diverse training methods, paying attention to solid basic skills. I believe in balancing technical advancements with the artistry and beauty of figure skating with well-executed transitions and choreography. Beyond physical conditioning, I focus on overall health and well-being, ensuring a holistic approach to each skater's development.

Rates:

Please contact Inna directly.

Education/certifications/qualifications:

• NCCP Provincial Coach Certified
• NCCP Regional Coach Certified
• NCCP CanSkate Coach Certified
• STAR 1-5 Coach Assessor
• Skate Canada Base Level Technical Specialist
• Senior International & National medalist, Senior Grand Prix and ISU Championship competitor
• BSc in Biochemistry (Carleton University - in progress)

Coaching Experience:

• Coached skaters at the STAR 1 to Gold and Pre-Novice to Novice levels
• Coached skaters to Sectional Championships and Skate Canada Challenge
• Coached numerous skaters to Provincial Championships and Gold tests of all disciplines
• Facilitator at the 2023 Skate Ontario Development Camp

Disciplines:

• Freeskate
• Skills
• Dance
• Artistic
• Off-ice jumps
• Choreography

Language(s) Spoken:

• English

Personal background:

• 3x Skate Canada Senior Women National competitor
• Current Senior Women competitor
• Gold tests in Freeskate, Skills, and Dance
• 2024 Skate Ontario Senior Women Sectionals Champion

Volunteer experience:

• Officiating at Provincials Series competitions
• Numerous Nepean ice shows, competitions, test days, and performance days

coaching philosophy:

My coaching philosophy is to create a safe and positive training environment where skaters are free to be themselves, allowing them to grow as athletes and humans. I help skaters develop their skills and achieve their goals through strong foundations and techniques. I love getting to share my love of skating with others, and I strive to make this sport a welcoming and inclusive environment for all.

Rate:

$12.50 per 15 minutes

Education/Certifications/Qualifications:

• NCCP Provincial Coach Certified
• STAR 1-5 Coach Assessor Training
• STAR 6-Gold Skills - Coach Assessor
• STAR 5-Gold Artistic - Coach Assessor
• CanSkate Excellence
• Skate Canada STAR 1-4 Event Assessor

Coaching experience:

• Coaches skaters at all CanSkate and StarSkate levels
• Coached in numerous clubs across Ontario

Disciplines:

• CanSkate
• StarSkate (STAR 1 to Gold)
• Singles
• Skills
• Dance
• Artistic

Language(s) Spoken:

• English

Personal Background:

Skating has been a part of my life since I was 7 years old. I bring all of my own skating and career experiences into my coaching, both on and off the ice. I believe that every skater has the potential to be the best that they can be, and they deserve to learn at their own pace. I coach not only to teach the skills behind skating but to teach the skills behind confidence, self-esteem, personal strength, and perseverance. Everyone deserves the chance to be active in a sport environment. My goal is to make it fun and a learning experience all at once.

Rates:

Please contact Leanne directly.

Education/Certifications/Qualifications:

• NCCP Level 2 Certified, Singles
• NCCP Level 3 Theory

Coaching Philosophy:

I strive to help skaters in developing their full potential and achieving their goals while making the learning process educational and enjoyable. Figure skating has been my passion since I was four years old. Having an athletic career in figure skating has taught me more than just spins and jumps. I have acquired skills that help me in my everyday life, including discipline, dedication, time-management, fair play, hard work, and persistence to name just a few. I would like to pass on what I have learned through my experiences to my students.

Lenka represented the Czech Republic at the 2001 European Championship and at the 2001 Worlds. She has competed internationally and also did an ice show tour in the UAE.

Rates:

Private lesson: $12.00 per 15 minutes

Group lesson: $14.00 per 15 minutes

Education/Certifications/qualifications:

• NCCP National Coach Certified
• Star 5 Freeskate & Skills Assessor Trained
• 2014 - Designation of Chartered Professional Coach (ChPC), representing the highest attainable membership with Coaches of Canada
• 1992 - Diploma of Figure Skating Coach and Sports Teacher (equivalent of Bachelor of Science in Sport and Physical Education) from Moscow University of Sport

Coaching Experience:

• Coached international skater to Junior World (Junior Men, Bulgaria, 2018)
• Coached bronze medalist at ISU Grand Prix (Senior Ladies, Rostelecom, Russia, 2015)
• Coached to 5th place at Junior Worlds (Junior Ladies, Bulgaria, 2013)
• Coached to 7th place at Junior Worlds (Junior Ladies, Italy, 2013)
• Coached competitive skaters who went to nationals
• Coached silver medalist at Canadian National Championship (Senior Ladies, 2015)
• Coached bronze medalist at Canadian National Championship (Novice Men, 2014)
• Coached gold medalist at Skate Ontario Championship (Juvenile Women U11)
• Coached gold medalist at Skate Ontario Super Series (Pre-Novice Men, 2014)
• Coached silver medalist at Eastern Ontario Sectionals (Pre-Novice Men, 2015)

Disciplines:

• Singles
• Stroking
• Conditioning
• Skating skills
• Interpretive
• Choreography
• Off-ice training

Language(s) Spoken:

• English
• Russian

Coaching Philosophy:

I believe that sport, and physical activity in general, stimulates growth and leads to improved physical and emotional health. Sport specifically aids in the social and psychological development of a person. Figure skating requires self-discipline, perseverance, and determination; these skills can be applied to every aspect of a skater's life. I thoroughly enjoy working with skaters of all ages and levels, helping them reach their full potential and achieve their goals.

Rates:

Please contact Leonid directly.

Education/CERTIFICATIONS/qualifications:

• NCCP Level 2 Certified

coaching experience:

• Taught skaters of many ages and levels from CanSkate to StarSkate (preliminary to Senior Silver levels) and adult programs
• Coached skaters at club competitions and test days
• Skated for 20 years back home near Sudbury (Valley East Skating Club) and started my professional coaching there in 2002
• 2007 to present - CanSkate and StarSkate coach for the Nepean Skating Club
• 2008 to 2013 - CanSkate and StarSkate coach for the Metcalfe Figure Skating Club

Disciplines:

• Freeskate
• Skills
• Dance
• Synchro

COACHING PHILOSOPHY

I have much dedication and appreciation for my sport. I enjoy working with skaters of all ages and abilities. I want to motivate my skaters to develop a positive approach towards figure skating while having fun and working hard. I want them to develop into the best athletes/people they can be.

Lori skated for a Nepean Skating Club synchronized skating team for 5 years (team was National Champs 2008-2009 season). Lori has taught skaters of many ages and levels from CanSkate to StarSkate, as well as adult programs.

RATEs:

Please contact Lori directly.

education/CERTIFICATIONS/qualifications:

• NCCP National Coach Trained in Singles
• NCCP Provincial Coach Certified in Dance

DISCIPLINES:

• Freeskate
• Skating skills
• Stroking/footwork
• Choreography
• Dance
• Off-ice

LANGUAGE(S) SPOKEN:

• English
• French

Professional Highlights:

Currently coach skaters of all levels in competition and test from CanSkate to Gold and Junior competitive, including those competing at Sectionals and qualifying for Skate Canada Challenge and Canadians.

Rates:

Private: $11.50 per 15 minutes

Semi-Private: $6.50 per 15 minutes

Group lessons (3 skaters): $4.50 per 15 minutes

Group lessons (4 skaters): $3.75 per 15 minutes

Education/Certifications/Qualifications:

• NCCP National Coach Trained, Singles

Disciplines:

• Freeskate
• Skating skills
• Dance tests
• Interpretive
• Synchro skills
• Adults

Language(s) Spoken:

• English
• French

Coaching Philosophy:

The best part of coaching is helping skaters of all ages and skill levels achieve their personal goals, no matter how big or how small. Watching skaters become enthusiastic, self-motivated, and develop their own passion for skating increases my love and commitment to our amazing sport. Seeing them succeed at test days, competitions, tryouts, and ice shows makes me so proud of their courage and hard work.

Rates:

$12.50 per 15 minutes

Education/Certifications/Qualifications:

• NCCP Provincial Coach Trained
• Honours Bachelor of Recreation and Leisure Studies - Outdoor Recreation with Minor in Sustainability Studies
• Bachelor of Recreation and Leisure Studies (3-Year)

Coaching Experience:

• Coached skaters at Provincial Championships and OUA Championships
• Coached competitive skaters who have won gold in OUA Championship events

Disciplines:

• Able to coach all disciplines, competitive, StarSkate, and Adult

Language(s) Spoken:

• English

Personal Background:

• Senior Ice Dance - International competitor representing Ecuador - 2024
• National Champion of the Netherlands - Junior Dance - 2012
• Trained at the Ice Dance Elite Program at the Scarboro Figure Skating Club with World and Olympic coaches Carol Lane, Jon Lane, and Juris Razgulajevs - 2012-2014

Volunteer experience:

• Carleton University Ravens Figure Skating Team - Head Ice Dance Coach - 2017-2024

Coaching Philosophy:

It is an honour and a privilege to lead skaters on their life-long journey with figure skating. Teaching skaters solid basic skating skills and fundamental techniques early on is the key to future success. I teach athletes by example by focusing on ensuring my students develop good mental and physical health strategies as they progress through their figure skating journey. I ensure my skaters balance their on-ice and off-ice practices with their daily lives to ensure well-rounded development. My approach helps skaters to reach their competitive and personal potential in skating through hard work, focus, and discipline, all while maintaining a love of the sport.

rates:

Please contact Tanner directly.