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She is a PSA rated coach with a Level VII ranking. She has been awarded the Developmental Coach of the Year. She has attended elite training camps at the Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs. She has served on USFS committees and has been a speaker at Judges’ schools and PSA seminars. She has been coaching beginner through Senior level skaters since the 1980’s and has her Coaches’ Education Requirements for Category A.

She is a retired gymnast and began skating as an adult. She joined Ice Force One Adult Masters Synchronized Team and competed at Individual Bronze and Silver Adult Freestyle levels. She is currently working on her Gold level test and competes with DC Edge Adult Masters Team. She loves introducing figure skating to children and adults.

“Miss Cherie” has been coaching full time since 1990 in the Washington, DC area and has been at SkateQuest since its opening. She holds a double PSA Master level rating and is a Certified Moves-in-the Field coach. PSA ratings include a series of sports science exams in figure skating bio-mechanics and injury prevention as well as several intense Q&A panels proving technical skill. Many students have been with her over 5 years and remain motivated through specific, clear guidance and positive feedback. Students are encouraged, but not mandated to (1) prepare and take USFS tests, (2) create individual skating programs, and (3) participate in annual ice shows and competitions. Her specialities are: first-step skating fundamentals, choreography, moves-in-the- field, and freestyle: jumps, spins, footwork, and program design. She is a member of PSA, USFS, and the WFSC.

She is a skating enthusiast and has been skating for 17 years. Through the years, she has had recreational training in Pairs and Dance, but her focus has been on Freestyle. She is a mother of two small children and teaches skating from ages two through adult. Lana is a PSA and USFS member and continues to skate herself, not only for her love of the sport, but in order to continue her education. Her focus is helping students find a beauty and satisfaction in self expression through art of figure skating.

She is a USFS double gold medalist in Dance and Free dance, and has her Novice Freestyle and 7th Figure. She has competed and performed in numerous shows across the county. She has earned her basic accreditation with the PSA, and has been teaching at SkateQuest Reston for almost 8 years. She is available for private freestyle and dance lessons in English or French.

She is a USFS double gold medalist in Figures and Freestyle. She coaches all levels of power skating, from beginning skaters to college players, and all ages, from pre-school to adult. Most of her instruction is private or semi-private lessons but she works with teams and clubs as well. She has taught a student selected in the 2009 OHL Draft and the 2009 USHL Futures Draft, prep school and college club players, and USA Hockey Nationals Festival Camp attendees as well as NCAA division I and III players. Coaching has been her passion for the last 30 + years. For the past 16 years she has focused primarily on power skating, geared specifically to the needs of hockey players.

Carissa has 13 years of competitive coaching experience of all levels. She has her USFS and CFSA Gold Medal in Ice Dancing, Novice Freestyle Test, and Fourth Figure Test. She is currently a US National, International, Junior National, Sectional and Regional coach. She has her Basic Written accreditation (PSA). Is a full time Member PSA, USFS and has her Coaches Education Requirements for Category A. She has also held large roles Coaching and Choreographing International Singles and Ice Dance skaters. Carissa’s strengths include Choreography, Moves in the Field, Ice Dancing, Freestyle, Off-ice Stretch classes, Group Lesson classes and intricate skating skills for Power Hockey. Her focus is to help each student achieve their goals by helping them pursue a competitive dream as either a Figure Skater or Hockey Player.

She is a 2 time Olympic, 10 time World and many times International competitor. She was a Gold Medalist at the ISU Grand Prix of NHK Trophy, Grand Prix Final and 4 Continents. She has 30 years skating experience and 12 years teaching experience. She is a U.S. Junior National and International level coach. She has a Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Education. She is available to teach all levels and ages. She is a member of USFS, PSA and ISI.

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He is the 1991 Russian National Silver medalist and the 1992 Cup of Russia Men's Gold medalist. He was a principal skater for Disney on Ice. He has a Bachelor's Degree in Physical Education. He is a Junior Worlds, International, National, Sectional and Junior National level coach. He is available to teach all levels. He is a member of USFS, PSA and ISI.

Born and raised in Canada, she moved to the USA in 2006. A former nationally ranked Synchronized skater for over 12 years who recently retired after the birth of her twins. She is the mother of 4 small children and teaches skating from ages 2 thru adult. She holds 1 bronze medal as well as 2 silver medals from the Canadian National Synchronized skating championships & USA National Synchronized skating championships. She is a CFSA Senior silver ice dancer who is available to teach hockey drills & basic skills through Pre-freestyle. She teaches both group & private lessons and is a member of the PSA, USFSA & WFSC. She enjoys working with tots, group lesson skaters and specializes in special needs skaters. Her focus is to help each student achieve their skating goals by giving them the solid basic skating fundamentals that will assist them in whatever skating discipline they choose. She is currently working on finishing her gold ice dances, and achieving her PSA coach ratings.

She is a USFS Silver level Dancer, who is available to teach Basic Skills through Freestyle 1. Jennifer teaches both private and group lessons at SkateQuest, and is a member of the PSA, United States Figure Skating, and ISI.

She is a Russian National Junior Pairs champion, Junior Worlds Bronze Medalist, International competitor, and a member of a Russian National team for six years. She was a principal skater with Disney on Ice, Moscow on Ice, and Russian All Stars. She has 12 years of teaching experience and has worked with National, International, World and Olympic skaters. She specializes in Freestyle, Pairs, and Moves in the Field.

She is a USFS Gold Medalist in both Freestyle and Moves in the Field. She is a member of the PSA, USFS and an ISI Gold judge. As a competitive skater, Megan was a South Atlantic Regional medalist and Eastern Sectional competitor. She graduated from George Mason University with a B.S. in Psychology and a Minor in Dance. She is available to teach all levels of Freestyle and Moves in the Field, as well as off-ice training and choreography.

She won the National and International Synchronized Skating title with her Miami University of Ohio Synchronized skating team. She was ranked 9th as a member of the US Figure Skating World team. She has been the coach of the Capitol Steps for 4 years, and has taught private lessons in Moves, Dance, Freestyle, and Stroking for 2.5 years. She is a USFS Gold Medalist in Dance, Free Dance, and Moves in the Field. She is a member of the PSA and USFS.

She is a U.S. and Canadian Gold Medalist in Figures, Freestyle, and Dance. She trained at Lake Placid Olympic center and is a Junior Nationals coach. She teaches all ages competitively and recreationally in Freestyle, Moves in the Field and Basic Skills. She is a member of the USFS, PSA, and WFSC.

She is a Double Gold Medalist in Freestyle and Moves in the Field. She competed numerous times at the higher levels at Eastern Sectionals by qualifying through South Atlantic Regionals. She competed at every level in the USFS competitive structure. She is a graduate of George Mason University with a B.A. in English and a focus in creative writing. She has a long history at SkateQuest, as this was her home rink during her 13 years of competitive skating.

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Vasiliy started skating at the age of three. He was trained by the best coaches in the World. He has earned a title of Latvian Champion, as well as, multiple medals of the Cup of Russia. He has competed representing Latvia, United States of America, and Germany. Vasiliy took part in U.S. Nationals, and European World Championships. He has more than a decade of teaching experience. He is PSA Master in: Sport and Health, and Dance. He is also Moves senior rated.

Romanian National Champion. Balkan Champion. World, European, International competitor and medallist, for over 10 years. Member of Romanian Olympic Team, member of Romanian National Team for 14 years. Over 10 years of coaching experience with multiple success stories. Specializes in Freestyle figure skating, jump & spin, stroking, off-ice conditioning classes, and choreography. Excellent with children. Ability to recognize talent from a very young age, and taking kids to higher levels. In short, as he himself humbly puts it: “ He’s GOOD!”

She graduated from the Kiev University of Physical Education and Sport with a degree in Figure Skating. After graduating, she was a principal skater in the Ukraine Ballet on Ice, Cypress Gardens Ice Skating Show, Seattle Ice Theater, Magic on Ice, and Wheeler Productions. She is available to teach private lessons in Freestyle and Moves in the Field.

She trained under the prestigious coaching staff at the University of Delaware, with a specialization in Ice Dancing for several years. While in Delaware she became a two-time US National medalist in Ice Dancing. Carissa has her USFS and CFSA Gold medal in Ice Dancing, Novice freestyle test, and fourth figure test. She is currently a three-time US National and International coach in Ice Dancing. She has also held large roles coaching International Freestyle skaters. Her students have attended Nationals, Junior Nationals, Sectionals, and Regional Championships. Carissa’s strengths include Ice Dancing, choreography, moves in the field and intricate skating skills for power hockey. Her focus is to help each student achieve their goals by helping them pursue a competitive dream as either Figure or Hockey skaters. She is a member of the PSA and USFS.

She is a triple-gold medalist in Dance, Free dance, and Moves in the Field. She is a two-time Adult National Gold Medalist and continues to compete at national and international events. She has 12 years teaching experience and is available to teach all ages in Dance, Freestyle, and Moves in the Field..

She teaches Figure Skating and Power Skating to all ages. She was a USFS Double Gold Medalist, USFS International Gold medalist, Power Skating coach for the Beltway team, and has 29 years of exercise on the ice. She is a certified AFAA personal trainer. She has 16 years of exercise off-ice sports conditioning expertise. Her philosophy is positive reinforcement, fun, and safety with positive results.

He is a 2 time Olympic, 7 time World, and many times International competitor. He has 13 years teaching experience and has worked with National, International, World and Olympic skaters. He is a U.S. Junior National and Sectional level coach. He has a Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Education. He is available to teach all ages and levels in Figure Skating and Power Skating.

She is a USFS Triple Gold Medalist in Freestyle, Moves, and Dance and is PSA rated in Moves and Freestyle. She has over 10 years of coaching experience working with all levels of recreational and competitive skaters. Prior to relocating to Reston, she founded and directed the Virginia Ice Box Ensemble which is an internationally ranked Theatre On Ice team. She has a penchant for encouraging young children to excel and helping adults find joy and pleasure in their skating.