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.

Switching coaches is tricky. Honesty and truthfulness are the keys to a successful transition.

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.