Figure Skating Coaches
Director of Figure Skating
Paula Wagener
PSA Master Rated Choreography & Style Coach, Author and Creator of the Learn To Skate USA Artistry In Motion Program
Paula is a classically trained ballet dancer who began working with figure skaters coming from the world of elite gymnastics. Her career has included program management for a large rink management corporation overseeing 8 facilities nationwide, creating the nationally recognized choreography and style off and on ice program for Learn to Skate USA and is a national and international performance, choreography and dance coach. She is a frequent presenter at both US Figure Skating and PSA Conferences and camps for learn to skate – elite coaches.
She is past chair of the US Figure Skating Basic Skills Committee, past chair of the US Figure Skating National Showcase Committee, former coaching member of US Figure Skating Athlete Advisory Committee and former member of the US Figure Skating Program Development Committee as well as the US Figure Skating Learn to Skate USA Committee. Her figure skating choreography has been seen on television and professional shows as well as amateur skaters.
Senior coaches
Brian Kader
- Bio Coming Soon!
CHUEN-GUN LEE
- Coaching since: 2002
- Coaches: Skating School, Pairs, and Dance.
- Certifications/Ratings/etc: PSA Category A Coach
- Personal Skating: Olympic and World Competitor; 4-Time Korean National Champion; National Competitor for Team USA; Adult National and World Champion
Courtney Cameron
- Coaching for: 5 years
- Coaches: Skating School
- Personal Skating: Former Team USA Member, International Synchronized Skating competitor at Junior and Senior levels, Senior Moves in the Field, Novice Free Skate, Pre-Silver Dance
Martin Forrest
- Coaching since: 2006
- Coaches: Skating School, Jump Techniques, Power Skating, Pole and Track Harness, Free Skate through Senior
- Personal Skating: Great Britian National Squad Member, Principal Skater and Acrobat with Disney on Ice, Played Ice Hockey and Reffed up to Junior and Collegiate Hockey Levels
Camille Arioli-Mistura
- Coaching for: 20 years
- Coaches: Skating School, Moves in the Field, Freestyle, and Dance through Gold level.
- Certifications/Ratings/etc: PSA Rated
Staff Coaches
Lili Chang
- Bio Coming Soon!
Jenny Finkler
- Coaching since: 2016
- Coaches: Skating School, Jumps, Spins, Off-Ice and HIIT Training, Skating Skills, and Choreography
- Certifications/Ratings/etc: PSA Rated, USFS Coach, Learn to Skate Instructor
- Personal Skating: Adult Gold Medalist in Standard Skating Skills and Adult Skating Skills, Intermediate and Silver Pattern Dances
SUMMER LEBEL
- Coaching since: 2012
- Coaches: Skating School, Moves in the Field (through Novice/Silver), Free Skate (through Juvenile/Bronze), Hockey Skills, IJS Score Improvement
- Certifications/Ratings/etc: Accredited Level 1 Coach, PSA Registered Rating in Group Classes, USFS Core Certification, Learn to Skate Instructor, Test Judge
SKYLAR MISTURA
- Bio coming soon!
Natasha Polanco
- Bio Coming soon!
- Coaches in English and Spanish
Beckey Watson-Ward
- Coaching since: 2002
- Coaches: Skating School, Spins, Jumps, Moves in the Field, Off-Ice, Adults, Hockey Skills, Choreography, Edge Work, and Power Skating
- Certifications/Ratings/etc: PSA Level II Ranking
- Personal Skating: Gold Free Skate and Moves in the Field Tests, Pattern Dance Tests, USFS Senior Regional Competitor, Adult National Medalist for Masters and Junior/Senior Level
Associate Coaches
Sia Audie
- Bio Coming Soon!
Sarah Bocinsky
- Coaches: Skating School
- Personal Skating: National Theatre on Ice Competitor
Mycala Brown
- Coaching since: 2023
- Coaches: Skating School, Basic Skills
- Certifications/Ratings/etc: USFS Core Certification, Learn to Skate Instructor
- Personal Skating: Adult Gold Medalist in Free Skate, Intermediate Moves in the Field, 2019 State Games of America, Theater on Ice and Florida Ice Performance
Michelle Cucuta
- Bio coming soon!
Savanna Green
- Bio Coming soon!
Skating School Coaches
Skating School info
Classes on Wednesday evenings and Saturday mornings
- Classes on Wednesday evenings and Saturday mornings
- 8 Free public skating class passes each month
- Free skate rental for class day and public session ($64 value!)
- Continual Advancement – Not required to finish a “season” to progress.
- Learn to Skate USA & US Figure Skating Certified Coaches
- Trial Classes available
Class registration includes:
30 min of instruction, 15 min practice time, free skate rental for class & public skating, 8 free public skating class pass for student monthly
PRIVATE LESSONS ARE AVAILABLE
For more information call Paula Wagener
Email: paula@icefactory.com
Phone: 407-933-4259
Main Rink
Our 200 x 85 NHL-sized Main Rink
Studio Rink
Our 85 x 40 Studio (small) Rink
OUR CLASS LEVELS AND SCHEDULE
Preschool-age skaters develop preliminary coordination and strength to move around on the ice. The introductory classes are divided into four progressive levels for kids with no prior skating experience to build confidence in skating and themselves. Fun and games make this positive experience for your kids enjoyable and memorable.
Class Schedule
Snowplow all levels
Wednesdays: 5:30PM
Saturdays: 11:00AM
The first stage of skills forms a strong foundation for your skaters to explore the world of skating. All will progress at their own pace working toward mastering each skill. Active Start encourages skaters to trade in hesitation for excitement as they grow a love for skating. FUNdamentals harness those skills as agility, balance, coordination and speed become the main focus of this curriculum.
Class Schedule
Basic 1, 2, 3, 4
Wednesdays: 5:30PM
Saturdays: 11:00AM
Basic 5, 6
Wednesdays: 6:15PM
Free Skate Each Free Skate level is divided into three sections: skating skills, spins and jumps. The levels are designed to give skaters a strong foundation to continue recreational lessons or begin a competitive approach to the sport of figure skating.
Class Schedule
Freeskate
Wednesdays: 6:15-6:45PM
The new Aspire classes are designed for skaters Basic 5 and up and include 45 minutes of lesson time broken into groups by level working with a coach in sperate stations. Each station will focus on a specific skill for that skating level group. The groups will rotate through each station. With our top-tier coaching staff, you’ll be able build your skating skills in an affordable, group format.
More information on the Aspire classes can be found by Clicking Here.
Class Schedule
Aspire
Saturdays: 10:15AM
The teen / adult curriculum is designed for both beginning and experienced teen / adult skaters who wish to improve their skating skills. Participation in the program will help promote physical fitness and improve balance and coordination while teaching proper skating techniques. This is an exciting program for people who look to skating as an enjoyable part of a fit and healthy lifestyle.
Class Schedule
Adult 1, 2, 3 & 4
Wednesdays: 6:15PM
Saturdays: 11:45AM
Designed to teach the fundamentals of hockey skating, the four badge levels, plus power skating, will teach skaters how to be more proficient and agile on the ice. Proper techniques for the game of hockey are the primary focus and all elements are taught without a puck. Skaters will learn the basic hockey stance, stride, knee bend, and other necessary fundamentals to be successful.
Class Schedule
Hockey Skating
Wednesdays: 5:30PM
The core components of Theatre on Ice include choreography, skating movements and the camaraderie shared between skaters at the introductory level. Controlling skills and conquering elements will serve as the primary focus to achieve badges. The four themes for the curriculum are joy, body as an instrument, traveling through space and rhythm.
This class may be taken along with other classes. Please sign in for 2 class tickets when checking in.
Class Schedule:
Intro Theater on Ice
Wednesdays: 5:30-6:00PM
Saturdays: 11:00-11:30AM
Snowplow – Basic 2
Wednesdays: 6:15-6:45PM
TUESDAY COFFEE CLUB
ADULTS ONLY
Join us for coffee, snacks and skating every Tuesday! Ages 16+, and includes a 30 minute group lesson*
Tuesdays 9:15am-10:45am.
The 11am-2pm public session is also included with coffee club admission.