Kathleen Gazich: From Stars on Ice to Developing NHL Players

What happens when a professional performer who skated alongside Olympic legends discovers her true calling is helping young athletes find confidence and joy in their sport? Kathleen’s journey from Disney on Ice and Stars on Ice to becoming one of Minnesota’s most sought-after skating coaches reveals what it really takes to develop both technical skills and mental resilience.In this episode of the Inner Athlete Podcast, host Hans Skulstad sits down with Kathleen to explore how performing at the highest level shaped her coaching philosophy, why small steps create big goals, and how to help athletes separate practice mindset from performance mindset.Whether you’re a coach looking to develop deeper connections with athletes, a parent navigating youth sports, or an athlete learning to trust yourself under pressure, this conversation offers hard-won wisdom on what makes great coaching truly transformational.Connect with Kathleen:Head Pro at Braymar Figure Skating SchoolPrivate power skating clinicsWorking with athletes from youth through NHL levelThe Inner Athlete Podcast explores mental fitness strategies for athletes at every level. Subscribe for more conversations on coaching excellence, athlete development, and building confidence through sports.