Power Skating Coaches Christina & Brittany

Christina is a member of United Skates Figure Skating (USFS) and Professional Skaters Association (PSA). She has her Basic Accreditation, PSA Hockey Skating 1, 2, and 3 certification, SkateSafe certification, and Learn to Skate Director certification. She has been skating for 20 years and a coach for 12 years. Christina has achieved her gold medals in Moves in the Field and Freestyle. She has participated and choreographed routines for multiple local ice shows and competition programs.

Christina has a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood and Childhood Education, and her Master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction. Christina’s coaching philosophy is, “My goal as a coach is to spread my love and enthusiasm for the sport and art of figure skating. I believe in teaching very strong basics while developing well-rounded athletes who understand the importance of sportsmanship. I enjoy sharing my knowledge and passion for the sport by guiding athletes through their journeys and watching them grow.”

Areas of private lessons: Freestyle, Moves in the Field, Basic Skills, Choreography, Adult, and Hockey Power Skating and Skills

Coaching Fee: $15.00/15 minutes

Phone: (cell) 716-450-0036  

 Email: christinawalcak5@gmail.com

Brittany is a member of U.S. Figure Skating, USFS Coaches' I.C.E., & Learn to Skate USA. She has achieved her USFS Coaches' CORE, Skating Director, and Safesport certifications. Brittany has achieved her gold medals in Singles & Skating Skills and has achieved her Pre-Gold in Ice Dance (Partnered & Solo). During her competitive years, Brittany was a member of the San Diego FSC in San Diego, CA. She was awarded the William O. Smythe Award for Artistic Excellence twice in the Juvenile and Junior levels. Brittany performed in many shows in San Diego, some of which were featured on local television. She has also participated in shows in Erie and Jamestown, NY. Brittany has over 20 years of coaching experience working with Beginner through Advanced IJS skaters (Competitive, LTS USA, and Recreational), as well as power skating skills for Hockey (8U through Juniors). 

Brittany’s coaching philosophy is: "I enjoy watching students develop skills while fostering their own love for skating. My philosophy is to foster a fun structured support system for each skater as they set & achieve goals throughout their skating journey. The passion & love I have for ice sports is what drives me to achieve athlete centered training. I believe it is important for athletes to develop strong mental skills, Good sportsmanship, & self-confidence in themselves throughout life, on and off the ice."

Areas for Private lessons include Skating Skills, Singles, Partnered & Solo Ice Dance, Choreography, Adult and Power Skating Skills for Hockey.

Coaching Fee: $15 per 15 minutes

Phone: 814-323-5780 Email: coachbritt535@gmail.com or bbecker@LECOMSportspark.com