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Stouffville Skating Club Coaches

All SSC professional coaches are registered with Skate Canada and maintain current first aid and insurance. Coaches provide group instruction for CanSkate, Intro to STARSkate, and Intermediate/Senior edge & turn groups. For private lessons, please contact coaches directly.

Janet Williams
StarSkate Coach

Janet Williams

National Trained • Provincial Certified

Experience

  • 25 years coaching
  • Coached SSC skaters from CanSkate to Quad Gold; COS StarSkate championship medallists
  • Ongoing professional development, incl. National Performance Centre seminars

Certification

  • Provincial Coach – Certified
  • National Coach – Trained
  • STAR 1–5 Coach/Assessor; Level 1 Technical Gymnastics

Philosophy

“The ability to skate is wonderful but the opportunity to share it with you is a privilege.”
Karen Bates
StarSkate Coach

Karen Bates

National Certified Coach

Experience

  • 20+ years coaching in Canada & U.S.
  • Coached skaters to Gold tests (Freeskate, Skills, Dance, Artistic)
  • Provincial-level competitive coach; Ice show choreographer; STARSkate session coordinator

Certification

  • National Certified Coach
  • STAR 1–5 & STAR 6–Gold Coach/Assessor
  • Edge Specialist / Power Coach

Philosophy

Coaching is my passion… Seeing skaters thrive and learn in a fun, positive environment brings me true joy.
Natalia Antonacci
StarSkate Coach

Natalia Antonacci

Regional Certified • Partial Provincial

Experience

  • 20+ years coaching; clubs include Forest Hill, Leaside SC, YRSA, and SSC
  • Coached skaters from CanSkate to Gold tests; choreographed ice shows & solo programs

Certification

  • Regional Certified; Partial Provincial
  • CanPowerSkate Certified; STAR 1–5 Coach/Assessor

Philosophy

Encouragement and positive reinforcement create a virtuous cycle of growth and well-being—on and off the ice.
Jennifer Ferris
StarSkate Coach

Jennifer Ferris

Regional Certified Coach

Experience

  • 16 years coaching for Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville & other Learn-to-Skate programs
  • Stouffville Hockey Association Edges program (5 years)
  • SSC STARSkate coach

Certification

  • Regional Certified; STAR 1–5 Coach/Assessor

Philosophy

Skating is a journey—my goal is for every skater to develop a lifelong love for the sport and pride in their progress.
Danny Sorley
Dance Coach

Danny Sorley

Regional Certified Coach

Experience

  • 40+ years coaching: CanSkate, STARSkate (all levels), Adult Learn-to-Skate

Philosophy

To bring fun into the sport while learning to be the best skater you can be!
Joshua Inward
CanSkate Coach

Joshua Inward

CanSkate Certified Coach

Experience

  • Coaching CanSkate sessions at SSC
  • Worked with Stouffville Hockey Association on edges program

Certification

  • CanSkate Certified Coach

Philosophy

Helping young skaters develop strong edges and balance while keeping sessions fun and motivating.
Erika Gregory
CanSkate Coach (In Training)

Erika Gregory

CanSkate Coach In Training

Experience

  • 1 year coaching
  • Program Assistant volunteer: CanSkate, Adult Skate & Pre-Can (Oshawa SC, 2017–2019)
  • Currently coaching CanSkate & Pre-Can at SSC

Certification

  • CanSkate Coach In Training

Philosophy

My coaching philosophy is centred around fostering excitement and confidence in my students as they achieve their skating goals. I believe in creating an environment where children can grow technically while having fun.

Professional Achievements

  • Gold level Artistic in 2025
  • Currently at Star 7–8 Dance level
  • Competed in several Star 3/4 Competitions over the years
Natalie Chung
CanSkate Coach (Trained)

Natalie Chung

CanSkate Trained Coach

Experience

  • Assists with CanSkate sessions at SSC

Certification

  • CanSkate Trained Coach

Philosophy

Committed to encouraging beginners and helping them build confidence and love for skating.
Julia Ciorgovean
CanSkate Coach (In Training)

Julia Ciorgovean

CanSkate Coach In Training

Experience

  • Program Assistant volunteer at SSC and other clubs
  • Actively assisting in CanSkate sessions while training toward certification

Certification

  • CanSkate Coach In Training

Philosophy

Dedicated to creating a supportive and fun environment where young skaters can develop confidence on the ice.