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Switching coaches is much harder than you think. Hurt feelings and a lot of drama make this an especially challenging decision.

The club ice show is like Stars on Ice or for your skater. Make it a great show because you and your skater will look back on these memories often. Sorry I cut this a bit short at the end but you won’t miss anything!

All skaters will likely retire at some point. The transition out doesn’t get the attention it deserves.

Where to begin...my measurement of a medal is do I want to watch the program again.

Learn why it’s important to have a pole harness coach on your team

Mental toughness is super important in skating. Listen to learn more.

Sometimes quantity over quality doesn’t make skater betters.

Take them seriously.

Dance can help skaters be better performers and improve body awareness.

The short program is important but so is the long. Here my thoughts on this topic.

It doesn’t always need to be a bun, slicked back to make your child look like an alien.

What group you skate in does matter, especially as you movie up the ranks.

Does it matter what order you skate at a competition?

How do judges determine the scores? Listen to this episode to find out.

A term commonly known amongst figure skaters to achieve optimum jump performance.

Competitions make you and your skater crazy. Listen to how felt and how I wish I could have seen things more rationally.

The cost of synchronized skating is high. Hear our experience as you begin your synchronized skating journey.

Our into into synchronized skating.

Learn about the USFSA testing structure and what I recommend to be a gold medalist.

Figure skating clubs are the lifeline for most skating families. They offer the framework and the support to succeed in skating.

Skaters don’t progress in a linear upward fashion. It’s a process of peaks and valleys.

Boots and blades are critical equipment for a successful journey in figure skating. Learn what you need to know.

The cost of figure skating can truly take your breath away. Listen to my advice on this critical topic.

Small things a skater can do to get extra points.

Today’s world of complicated and contortionist spin positions do not bring me joy. They bring points though, so what can a skater do if they can’t touch there nose with the back of their head? Listen to my podcast to find out.

These two jump edges often cause problems for skaters. Learn why and what might be causing your skater frustration.

Retirement from sport is not easy at any point in life, but it’s especially tough on parents..

In this episode I talk about one of my biggest regrets in our skating journey. There are many mistakes I made, but I think this is the one takes the prize.

This is an area to call in the experts. Good programs will go a long way to highlight your skaters strengths and hide the weaknesses.

Music is more important than you think. Don’t skimp here and rush into a choice that doesn’t fit the skater.

Often referred to as the gateway jjump, the single axel can be an especially frustrating and challenging time in the skating journey:

This jump makes or breaks a lot of skaters... listen to what I think are the reasons this jump brings so many skaters and parents to tears.

I wish all skaters had a venue to showcase their amazing talents. But sadly only a very few skaters get to live out their Olympic dream. What can be done to offer more opportunities for skaters who don’t make the team?

My thoughts on how the IJS system is affecting the sport of figure skating. What do you think?

Did you watch the ISP Figure Skating Challenge last weekend? Who stood out in the crowd in the new format? These are challenging times in a spectator sport! Which figure skaters do you want to watch again and again?

Join me as I walk you through everything you need to know as a new parent navigating the sport of figure skating with your child.