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MEET THE COACHES
Private lessons
Anyone, no matter their age or ability, can book private and group ice skating lessons with a coach. Indeed all the top skaters in the world are taught by both private and group tuition.
For those that are keen to do more "fancy stuff", it's recommended that the skater(s) have 1 or 2 private or group lessons a week, along with practicing 3 or 4 times a week.
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All the professional coaches are fully insured and are qualified members of British Ice Skating (BIS), formally (NISA).
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Prices
Lesson charge consists of a coaching fee (paid to the coach) and Ice charge (paid to the rink). All lesson bookings must be made in advance.
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Skaters using public sessions for lessons or public must pay the public session Admission charge. Please check Ice Rink time table for sessions and hire prices. Patch is £10 per hour.
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The Coaches at Widnes Planet Ice Rink strive to bring out the best in every individual skater. Early morning patch is from 6am. Other times can be found under the about us tab, select the ice rink and patch link.
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For more details on private lessons why not contact any of the coaches below who would be more than happy to discuss your options.
The coaches
Alessandro DiPietrantonio
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International Ice Dance Coach.
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Spectrum Performance and Emotional Coach.
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Former Spanish Ice Dance Team Coach.
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British Medallist.
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Former Team GB and British Olympic Development Squad member.
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Skater for the NISA Field Moves DVD.
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Dancing On Ice UK Skater.
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International Principle Show Skater.
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Ice Dance, Field moves, Synchro & Free
Daniel King
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Pre-novice and Primary British Champion
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2 times Scottish Champion
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British Senior Championship Competitor
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Junior grand prix competitor
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Member of NISA international squad and Team GB
Phone: 07932367074
Email: danielking81@hotmail.com
Phone: 07837914108
Email: ministryofskate@hotmail.com
Laura Hill
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Inter - Gold (level 10) international competitive medalist
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Competed at national level, 2 times Scottish champion
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Professional show skater for 16 years all around the world
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TV appearance on Dancing on Ice Holland and Belgium
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Principal pair / adagio skater for the Royal Caribbean Cruise Ships
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4 consecutive years with Bietak productions
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Specialises in free skating, pair and adagio. 25 Years professional expereince.
Laurel Martin
Inter Gold Medal figures and free Primary, Junior and Senior British Champion Competitor.
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International Competitor
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Principal Skater in Holiday on ice as a soloist
Phone: 07785397202
Email: laurel.hebden@gmail.com
Phone: 07504376876
Email: icecoach78@gmail.com
Michelle Cosham
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Teaches beginners to international level of all ages
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Also taches all ages of inclusive skaters
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Trained at the Centre of excellence Moscow
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Gold Medalist in national and international competitions
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Winner of the Welsh Championships in shadow skating
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Principal skater in various professional shows around the world including four consecutive years with Hot Ice.
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T.V. appearance in Ice warriors
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Choreographer for numerous children's shows
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27 years professional experience
About LTS
This course is suitable for people who want to learn the basics of ice skating or who would like to re-learn and work their way back to the top. This course will give skaters all the basic skills needed to progress their skating skills to the next level.
Skaters who complete this course will have the opportunity to progress to the next level as well as being on the national stage.
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Suitable For All Ages From Toddlers To Teens, Adults & Family Groups, Friendly Sessions With An Emphasis On Learning Whilst Having Fun!
The POI courses will have a 30 minute lesson every week.
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Why not try something new, Learn how to Skate
The ‘Learn To Skate’ courses are £71 for 6 weeks or £66 with an icecard (icecard £19.99per year which also gives you a cheaper rate for public sessions)
Your course package will include Skate Excellence gloves and bootcovers.
For more information, please contact Planet Ice on the following details.