ABOUT

Welcome to SKATE TO SOAR - A holistic coaching philosophy and platform for figure skaters, parents and coaches. Inspired by the belief that young athletes achieve more when all training facets (i.e. off-ice, nutrition, and mental training) are incorporated into their regular practice. 

Our mission  is to help skaters strengthen their physical, mental, and emotional muscles; producing an increased ability to stay focused, persevere in the face of challenges, and consistently  perform at the top of their game.  

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We place a major emphasis on creating customized training plans for individual needs in:

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ON-ICE COACHING

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SPORT-SPECIFIC OFF-ICE TRAINING

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NUTRITION

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MENTAL TRAINING

Laura Morelli

Laura is an Italian competitive and professional figure skater, Skate Canada coach and Personal Trainer with a focus on Nutrition. She has trained and worked with some of the most accomplished European and North American coaches and choreographers. 

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She has a Bilingual B.A in Philosophy which she completed in Canada after touring in Europe for three years performing in Holiday On Ice.

Laura is passionate about high level training on and off the ice as well as the artistic side of the sport. 

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She is also trained in ballet and circus arts and believes in the importance of holistic training to achieve success.

Kristen Piché

Kristen is a certified Skate Canada figure skating coach, mental training coach and yoga instructor. She's also a professional show skater and has performed internationally with Holiday on Ice, Royal Caribbean Cruises, and the Canadian National Exhibition. 

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She has Bachelors degrees in English Studies and Education and was an elementary schoolteacher for two years after completing her career as a national competitive pairs skater. 

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Her experience inspired a mission to help skaters find their own calm inner voice and a knowingness in their heart that they are truly, extraordinarily powerful. 

Leslie Michaels, parent

Laura and Kristen are dedicated, thoughtful and disciplined instructors. They spend considerable time and energy to create customized programs to optimize the performance of their skaters. I am continuously impressed with the level of time, care and diligence that goes into their craft. We really appreciate the “team” atmosphere they foster amongst their skaters! business. Double click, or click Edit Text to make it yours.

Ayse Dincer, parent

My daughter has been looking forward for her off ice training classes. These classes are very engaging, fun to do and also visibly increasing her flexibility. Laura and Kristen are both very knowledgeable , disciplined but also extremely experienced to teach children. They make kids have fun while delivering a very good workout.

Bing Wang, parent

Laura and Kristen are excellent teachers, they work especially well with kids.  My daughter loves their classes, not only for learning skating, but also for the fun