Coaches Clinic
Friday (Optional) and Saturday-Sunday, 8am-4pm daily
WHAT IS THE COACHES CLINIC?
Our Coaches Clinic is a two-day (Saturday & Sunday) professional development experience designed specifically for synchronized skating coaches who want to deepen their knowledge, refine their approach, and connect with others in the synchro coaching community.
Taking place alongside the camp on June 13-14 (approximately 8:00am–4:00 or 5pm daily), coaches will observe on-ice sessions while receiving structured insight from our clinic facilitator, Heather Paige (ISU Mentor Coach & US Figure Skating Coach Mentor). As skaters work through drills and exercises led by world-class coaches, Heather will break down the purpose behind each activity, explain how skills progress from basic to advanced levels, and highlight effective ways to teach and structure synchro training. Coaches are welcome to observe sessions on June 12th, however there will be no facilitation on this day.
In addition to observing on-ice training, coaches will participate in off-ice seminars and discussions focused on topics relevant to modern synchronized skating coaching. Topics depend on coach interest (collected during registration) and may include:
• Understanding the judging system and current rules
• Nutrition and nutrient timing for athletes
• Mental training and preparing athletes to compete
• Building choreography and program structure
• Coaching styles and developing strong team culture
• Using digital tools to support coaching and team management
Or others...
Throughout the weekend, coaches will also have opportunities to exchange ideas and build relationships with other coaches attending the clinic. Participants will interact with athletes from Team Canada, who will be present on the ice and available to share insights on mastering many of the skills being taught during camp sessions.
By the end of the clinic, coaches will leave with practical ideas, new perspectives on training and team development, and a broader network of peers and mentors within the synchronized skating community.
Best for: Synchronized skating coaches of all levels who want to deepen their knowledge of training structure, skill progression, and athlete development. The Coaches Clinic provides structured on-ice observation, facilitated discussion, and seminars to help coaches gain practical strategies they can bring directly back to their teams.
Includes:
- Hot lunches (Saturday & Sunday) and light snacks throughout
- Guided observation of on-ice training sessions with expert commentary
- Element explanations and skill progressions
- How drills are layered and adapted across levels
- Session structure, cueing, and corrections
- Off-Ice seminars on relevant coaching topics
- Practice design and group management strategies
- Facilitated discussion with our clinic leader and guest experts
- Opportunities to ask questions and exchange ideas with other coaches
- Interaction with national-team athletes serving as mentors during camp
Does not include:
- A camp t-shirt (ultra-soft, black tri-blend t-shirt, available to add-on with your registration for $20)
Registration Fee for Coaches Clinic: $339 - prices increase April 2
$359 Regular Registration (April 2 and onward)
Reminder: Payment Plans are available for all registrations, requiring a 25% instalment and the remainder paid by April 14
Bonus: Bring 6+ of your skaters from the same team and level to camp and receive a $150 discount on the Coaches Clinic. Skaters must register by May 1, 2026. Email camps@oneteammvmt.org to claim the discount before registering as a coach; we cannot offer partial refunds, and these offers are not valid retroactively.