Elaine has over 30 years figure skating experience as a competitor, performer, and 15 years coaching. Elaine has competed both singles and pairs at National and International competitions with numerous medals in technical and showcase events. Elaine is the Figure Skating Director for the rink and oversees Learn to Skate as well as events at the rink. She has a Bachelors in Fine Art from Cornish College of the Arts in Seattle, WA. Elaine works with students of all ages and experience levels. Email Coach Elaine for private lessons.
Chica has over 30 years skating experience as a competitor, performer, and 20 years coaching. Chica has 4 years in Japanese Ice Shows and 12 years performing with Disney on Ice. Chica works with students of all ages and experience and speaks Japanese and English. Email Coach Chica for private lessons.
Ashley has over 20 years figure skating experience as a competitor, performer, and 17 years coaching. Ashley has experience in singles, synchronized, dance, and theatre on ice, and hockey. Ashley is a founder, coach, and former director of the Washington Ice Emeralds. Ashley is also a staff member of the rink working as the Tacoma Junior Hockey Administrative Director. Ashley works with students of all ages and experience. Email Coach Ashley for private lessons.
Sasha has 13 years figure skating experience as a competitor, performer, and 6 years coaching. Sasha also has 15 years of dance including ballet, lyrical, modern, jazz, and 5 years as a dance teacher. Sasha is a USFSA Gold Medalist Moves in the Field and Freestyle, Silver Pattern and Intermediate Free Dance, National Showcase Medalist, Rosalyn Sumners Artistic Award Recipient. Sasha works with students of all ages and experience levels. Email Coach Sasha for private lessons.
Edythe has 7 years figure skating experience as a competitor, performer, and 2 years coaching. Edythe competes freeskate and showcase at local and National competitions with numerous medals in events including Parade of Champions Bronze medalist at National Showcase 2019. Edythe is currently studying chemistry at the University of Washington. Edythe works with students of all ages and experience. Email Coach Edythe for private lessons.
Zdenek has over 30 years figure skating experience as a competitor and 5 years coaching. Zdenek has experience in singles and pairs starting his training in Czech Republic before moving to the United States. Zdenek has competed at National and International events with medals in numerous events. Zdenek has a professional background in automotive and electronics owning and operating his own business. Zdenek works with students of all ages and experience and speaks Czech, Polish, Russian and English. Email Coach Zdenek for private lessons.
Megan has over 30 years figure skating experience as a competitor, performer, and 8 years coaching. Megan is a USFSA Silver Medalist in Figures and Freestyle and has performed with Disney On Ice. She has her Bachelor’s Degree in Computing and Software Systems from University of Washington. Megan works with students of all ages and experience levels. Email Coach Megan for private lessons.
Shannon has over 15 years figure skating experience as a competitor, performer, and 5 years coaching. Shannon is a USFSA Gold Medalist Moves in the Field and Freestyle. Shannon is a Pacific Northwest Regionals medalist and Junior Nationals competitor. Shannon works with students of all ages and experience. Email Coach Shannon for private lessons.
