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    • Board of Directors
    • Bylaws and Policies
    • Board Meeting Minutes
    • SafeSport Information
    • Fundraising
  • Membership
    • Newcomers
    • Join / Renew
    • Entryeeze
    • Club Documents
    • Guest Members
    • Year at a Glance
  • Learn To Skate
    • Learn to Skate Schedules and Fees
    • Register For Lessons
    • Class Descriptions
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Capital City Championships Competition
    • Year at a Glance
  • Fan Apparel
  • Advanced
    • Coaches
    • Adv Registration Info
    • Advanced Schedules and Fees
    • Capital City Championships Competition
    • Test Sessions
    • Adv Year at a Glance
  • Ice Show
    • Online Ticket Sales
    • Bismarck’s Got Talent Running Show Order
    • LTS Ice Show Schedule and Groups
    • Advanced Ice Show Practice Schedule
    • Advanced Opening and Closing Groups
    • Ice Show Picture Schedule
    • Picture Order Form
  • Contact
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Director

Emily Zahn

Advanced and Learn to Skate Director

Triple gold medalist in moves, dance and freestyle

 

Over 13 years of coaching experience

 

Coaching skaters in: Moves, Dance, Freestyle and Choreography

 

Coach of gold medalist skaters in moves and dance

 

Coaching philosophy/objective: To work with each skater to achieve their goals they have set for themselves and to encourage them to be confident and proud of what they are doing on and off the ice. My success is measured by the success of my students as they progress through the sport, and more importantly by the joy and satisfaction they discover through figure skating.

 

Contact info: bfscdirector@gmail.com, 701-220-5757

Primary Coaches

Becky Gallion

25+ years coaching experience

11 times national level coach

Coach of numerous gold medalists in Moves, Dance, Free dance and freestyle

Coaching: Moves, Dance, Freestyle, Free Dance and Choreography

 

Coaching philosphy/objective: To work with each skater as individuals to find their own unique strength(s) in this very unique and multidimensional sport.  I hope to always pass on my love and passion for this sport to my skaters so it becomes a life long journey for them whether it be in skating, judging, coaching, etc. “Be fearless in the pursuit of what sets your soul on fire”

Contact email: capitalicesynchroteams@gmail.com

Phone/text: 701-527-6832

Rates: $44.00/hr.

Availability: Possibly?  check for availability for lessons

Dana LaVallie

Professional Background:

  • Grew up skating and coaching in Bismarck
  • Skated for Feld Entertainment, Disney On Ice from 1993 – 1997
  • 25+ years of coaching experience
  • Specialize in Freeskate, Moves in the Field, Dance, and Hockey Power Skating.

I love to meet new people and pass on my passion of this incredible sport to young and veteran athletes!  It’s never to late to learn how to skate!

Please contact me for availability and more information:

sk8ncoach61@gmail.com

Rachel Schuehle

Professional Qualifications and Experience:

  • B.A. from the University of Minnesota, with a minor degree in Coaching/Athletic Training.
  • M. ED Secondary Social Studies Education from the University of Minnesota. 
  • Collegiate Skater for the University of Minnesota.
  • Over 14 years of coaching experience in both Minnesota and North Dakota; coach at the Bismarck Figure Skating Club since 2012. 
  • Coach of USFSA Gold Medalists in Moves in the Field.
  • Coaching offered in Moves in the Field, Freestyle, Dance, Choreography, and Free Dance.

My goals as a coach focus on empowering skaters to achieve their personal goals through dedication and perseverance. I enjoy teaching skaters how this sport builds upon itself and I encourage my students to understand the biomechanics of each element. I am invested in my skaters’ success and excited to pass my love of skating on to my students. I love helping my skaters grow both on and off the ice! I also believe that a successful season begins with strong communication between the coach, skater, and parents. 

Please contact me regarding lesson availability and coaching rates. 

Contact info:

Email: rachel.c.schuehle@gmail.com

Phone/Text: 701-955-0981

Missy Theel

Coaching Experience:  Bismarck FSC 23+ years, University of Notre Dame, Mishawaka FSC 3 years, Southern Valley FSC 2 years.

Specializing in Private lessons and Jump/Spin Classes

Private lessons offered: Free Skate, Moves in the Field, Dance and Jump Harness

Rates: Contact for lesson rates

Accepting new students: Summer 2019

Instruction offered: Basic Skills Levels (LTS)- Senior Levels (USFS)

Contact Information:

Missy Theel

# 701-400-7836

mjtheel@msn.com

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