"As Skate School Director for Alpine Ice my vision is to provide high quality learning opportunities for skaters of all ages and abilities in a fun and safe environment. I will endeavour to take into account the goals and holistic development of each skater.

My goal as Director is to run the Skate School in an efficient and viable way so all skaters learn the fundamentals of ice-skating at their own pace. I will strive to offer the highest quality programs possible through the provision of qualified and experienced coaches and the on-going evaluation of programs and staff. The Skate School will continually develop existing and also new programs where these are indicated.

My mission is to raise public awareness to and the profile of ice sports in Christchurch and to increase the numbers of participants in Alpine Ice programs; particularly figure skating. I will make myself available to help direct and to encourage skaters into their chosen ice-skating discipline."

Below are brief statements from each of our independent coaches. To view their full resumé or for other information, please contact the Skate School Director. Available vacancies listed are subject to change without notice. Please check with the coach or Skate School Director for confirmation of availability.

"I am happy to work with skaters of all levels, to help them master the elements of figure skating, to create programmes, to develop and improve skaters abilities and skills.  Figure skating is not only a sport, it's a life style, and I teach my young students to be strong, do not give up, to overcome difficulties."                  

"My coaching philosophy is to ensure that all students achieve their personal goals, no matter what their age or ability, whether they are recreational or competitive. Ice skating is a fun and rewarding sport which teaches skills that can be applied to all aspects of life now and in the future."

"I aim to provide a learning environment where an individual can progress to their peak achievement level and ultimately employ these goal setting and practice habits to other aspects of their life."

"I aim to make the sport challenging and enjoyable to all participating athletes; serious or non competitive, whilst at the same time taking all reasonable steps to ensure my athletes' physical and emotional safety.  I love to see my athletes benefit from the sport and achieve their own personal goals."  

"My aim is to use my knowledge and enthusium to help and inpsire my students to achieve their goals and pass on positive attitudes towards the skating sport."