This weekend, my pupils took part in the exciting Hop Skip and Jump ice skating competition at Lee Valley Ice Centre. The event welcomed beginner skaters of all ages, creating a fun, friendly and supportive atmosphere for everyone involved. There…
After decades of campaigning by the International Skating Union (ISU), synchronised skating has finally achieved what generations of athletes, coaches and fans have dreamed of; Olympic status. Today, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) confirmed that synchronised skating (Synchro9) will make…
When people think about learning to skate, they usually focus on gliding, stopping, spins, or jumps. Yet one of the most valuable skills a skater can learn is something far less glamorous: how to fall. It may sound strange, but…
Have you ever wanted to glide across the ice in perfect harmony with others? Join us for our Synchro Open Day and discover the excitement of this dynamic team sport! Synchronised skating combines the grace of figure skating with the…
Every winter, high streets, shopping centres, and town squares are transformed into twinkling wonderlands with the arrival of seasonal ice rinks. With fairy lights overhead, festive music on loop, and the promise of mulled wine afterwards, these pop-up attractions have…
When it comes to combining fun, fitness, and a touch of magic, ice skating is hard to beat. Whether you’re gliding gracefully or wobbling your way around the rink, this timeless activity offers an incredible workout that’s accessible to people…
A brand-new Adult synchronised ice skating team has been making waves since its launch in January 2025. Bringing together a group of passionate skaters eager to try something new, the team has been training hard every week to master the…
Just thought I would throw up a quick blog post to say a huge thank you to all my skaters for a happy and successful 2024. It has been a pleasure working with you all, and I look forward to…
How many years have you been skating? A little over a year now, my first group lesson was on the 31/08/2023. Started skating soon after Lee valley ice center reopened in 2023. What discipline is your favourite? Hard to say,…
Health, fitness and mental wellness now play a much larger role in society than they ever did when I was a teenager. (This is going back a good few years, but I don’t recall any of my Figure Skating friends…
