STOUFFVILLE SKATING CLUB COACHES
When choosing a coach there are several things to consider; cost, availability and qualifications. Feel free to make inquiries to assure that you have all the information you need to make an informed decision.
Cost
Coaches rates will vary based on qualifications and experience. On average you can expect to pay anywhere from $10.00 - $16.50 for a 15 minute private lesson. Keep in mind that rates will vary if there is more than one person in the group (semi private or group instruction) and length of the lesson (10 minutes, 15 minutes, 30 minutes or more). If you are unsure and are shopping around, be sure to ask the coach for a fee schedule before committing to any lessons.
Availability
Check to see if the coach is available on the sessions you are planning to skate on. If you are interested in a specific coach, check their availability first and then try to skate on those sessions. If skating on a certain day is more important, register for the session and then check with the coach.
Intermediate and Senior skaters, please note that our male dance coach/partners are available as follows:
- Danny Mon and Tues. Please be sure to select the session your dance coach/partner that you will be testing with is available. If you are unsure please check with your coach for more details.
Qualifications
All coaches are required to be registered with Skate Canada, the governing body of skating in Canada. This insures they are qualified as coaches, have current first aid and are insured. The standard qualification levels are mandated by the Coaches Association of Canada and are based on the National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP). Coaches are designated through certification as CanSkate coaches or NCCP Levels (1,2,3,4,5). As a point of reference you need to be Level 4 to coach at the Olympic games. Coaches are also required to participate in the Coaches Education Program (CEP). In this program they are rewarded points for participating in various types of activities such as Leadership, Continuous Education, Seminars, Conventions, workshops, planning, etc. Every two years the Coaches are rated Gold, Silver or Bronze based on the points they have accumulated.
Please contact our Coaches directly (contact info listed below) to find out their availability on your preferred sessions.
STARSKATE COACHES
Experience
Competitive Skating Success including COS StarSkate Championship Medallist
Continuous Attendance at Professional Development Seminars Including
National Performance Centre Seminars
Level 3 Theory & Technical
Level 2 Certified Dance
Coaching Philosophy
“The ability to skate is wonderful but the opportunity to share it with you is a privilege”.
I highly value the opportunity to coach and foster growth and development through the sport of skating, while
inspiring confidence and building a strong technical foundation to empower skaters to their full potential.
My goal is to nurture their dreams while having fun, build their confidence and provide them with a sense of accomplishment.
Experience
Coaching Philosophy
Coaching is my passion. I am very thankful to share my expertise and love of the sport with so many skaters over the years from grassroots to competitive level. It brings me true joy to see a skater thriving and succeeding once given the proper tools and instruction.
Experience
Kirsten became a certified regional coach while in high school before taking some time away from the sport to attend university. Upon her return to her hometown, she joined the Port Perry Adult synchronized skating team and began coaching again at the Woodville club. She is excited to be back at Stouffville for her second season in 2023/2024.
Certified Regional Coach
STAR 1-5 Coach/Assessor
First Aid & CPR
Coaching Philosophy
For Kirsten, it is a privilege to work with children and youth, to teach them to skate and to watch them grow and improve. She cherishes the relationships and sense of community, unique to skating clubs. Coaching is her passion and she is very grateful to have the opportunity to do what she loves.
Experience
Coaching for the past 16 years with the Town of Whitchurch Stouffville and various other Learn to Skate Programs
Working with Stouffvillle Hockey Association for 5 years with Edges Program.
Coaching with Stouffville Skating Club
Coaching Certification:
Trained Regional Coach
Coaching Philosophy
Experience
CanSkate coach at Stouffville and East York Skating Club
Coaching Certification:
Trained Regional Coach
Coaching Philosophy
Experience
Coaching Certification:
Coaching Philosophy
Experience
Coaching Certification:
Coaching Philosophy
CANSKATE COACHES
Rachael McCulloch
rachaelmcculloch95@gmail.com
*Available to coach all levels Canskate
Experience
I volunteered as a PA between 2008 and 2012, and loved it so much that I became a CanSkate Coach in 2018. I began as a skater at the Pickering, Ajax ,Scarboro and Carleton University Skating Clubs, where I competed as a synchro skater from 2006-2014!
Coaching Certifications:
Alicia Mok
aliciahcm927@gmail.com
*Available to coach all levels Canskate
Experience
Coaching Philosophy
Skating has always been a passion of mine, as is teaching children and seeing them grow. Having worked with children as a skating coach and scouter, working with children and motivating them to do well creates a sense of pride, and fuels my passion. Being able to share my love for figure skating is an opportunity I am grateful for.
Josh Inward
*Available to coach all levels Canskate
Experience
Coaching Philosophy
Experience
CanSkate
StarSkate - All Levels
Adult Learn to Skate
Coaching Philosophy
To bring fun into the sport while still learning how to be the best skater you can be!
Professional Achievements
Was a National Competitor and Medalist in Dance
Achieved Gold in Dance, FreeSkate and Skills
Experience
CanSkate
StarSkate - All Levels
Adult Learn to Skate
Coaching Philosophy
To bring fun into the sport while still learning how to be the best skater you can be!
Professional Achievements
Was a National Competitor and Medalist in Dance
Achieved Gold in Dance, FreeSkate and Skills
Experience
CanSkate
StarSkate - All Levels
Adult Learn to Skate
Coaching Philosophy
To bring fun into the sport while still learning how to be the best skater you can be!
Professional Achievements
Was a National Competitor and Medalist in Dance
Achieved Gold in Dance, FreeSkate and Skills
Experience
CanSkate
StarSkate - All Levels
Adult Learn to Skate
Coaching Philosophy
To bring fun into the sport while still learning how to be the best skater you can be!
Professional Achievements
Was a National Competitor and Medalist in Dance
Achieved Gold in Dance, FreeSkate and Skills
