A social media post recently went viral (well, figure skating viral) expressing frustration about adult skating competitions—who competes in which division and why. The discussion got heated, revealing just how complex and personal competition can be. It got me...
In light of recent events and the profound impact felt both within and beyond the figure skating community, I wanted to reflect on just how interconnected this sport truly is. Long before I ever stepped onto the ice for my first Learn to Skate lesson, I already felt a...
Why would someone willingly wake up at 6 a.m. on a Sunday to skate outdoors in the cold? The answer lies in the joy of community, movement, and a shared experience that transcends individual skating goals. IceFlow, a unique yoga-inspired skating class, brings together...
The start of a new year offers a collective reset—a chance to prioritize what matters, shed what doesn’t serve you, and focus on growth. As 2024 winds down, I’ve taken time to reflect on milestones that mattered, along with the challenges, achievements, and valuable...
World Ice Skating Day, celebrated this year on December 15th, is an international event dedicated to the joy of ice skating through a global festival. Many rinks and skating clubs will mark the occasion with free skating sessions and complimentary skate rentals. A...
Ever have one of those weeks packed with key deadlines, a surprise business trip, family obligations, and a contractor showing up to start a home project? Now toss in figure skating training, competition season on the horizon, fitness goals, and suddenly you’re...
Sometimes, training becomes routine—going through the same movements in the same order each session on the ice. While having a plan is important, there’s great value in shaking things up, especially by pushing yourself out of your comfort zone. As adult skaters, we...
Okay, pumpkin spice fans, you win! This post is a little more latte and a little less lutz, but you need to fuel those skating sessions right? Until now I have been resisting the urge to dive into fall flavors, especially with the beautiful weather we’ve been having...
Why is it that when you tell someone you figure skate, they immediately ask, "Can you skate backwards?" "Do you have a triple axel?" or "Are you going to the Olympics?" If you answer "no" to the last two, you're often dismissed with, "Oh, so why do you skate?" It's...
If you’ve been watching the Paris Olympics or been on any social media platform, you’ve likely heard the name Stephen Nedoroscik, also known as the "Pommel Horse Guy.” Stephen is the athlete in glasses, who can solve a Rubik’s cube in under 10 seconds, and traveled to...