Director of Figure Skating Operations
Orange County Ice Palace

With more than 25 years of figure skating experience, Jacqie was a U.S. National competitor at the senior level in the Ladies Freestyle event. In addition, she has passed her gold freestyle and Moves in The Field tests. She is a member of U.S. Figure Skating, the Ice Skating Institute and an accredited member of the Professional Skaters Association.

Jacqie has over 10 years coaching experience and has been a member of the Ice Palace Coaching Staff since it's opening. She teaches basic skating skills, spins, moves in the field and specializes in jumping technique.

Having earned a B.A. in Child Development and Family Studies from California State University, Long Beach, she works well with children and enjoys teaching skaters of all ages and abilities.

Contact Information:

• Jacqie Turner at 714-692-8776 ext:4
• jacqie.turner@ocicepalace.com

Michelle has been involved in figure skating for 20 years. She was a competitive USFS skater for 17 years and has now been coaching for 7 years. She earned a Bronze medal at the Regional Championships in 2001 at the Senior level and also competed at the Pacific Sectional Championships. She is a member of the Professional Skaters Association (PSA), the Ice Skating Institute (ISI), and of US Figure Skating (USFS). She completed her Gold Tests in Freestyle and Moves in the Field along with her 2nd Test in Figures.

She teaches all competitive levels from beginner to advanced, specializing in the fundamentals of jumping and spinning, stroking, moves, and choreography. In addition, she has 10 years of advanced ballet and off ice training experience. Michelle has also earned her Bachelors Degree in Communications at Cal State University of Fullerton.

Miriam has been teaching for fifteen years in respected programs in Delaware, Pennsylvania, Maryland and California. She is rated (Certified Freeskate, Registered Moves in the Field) by the Professional Skaters Association and has been a member since 1997. She is a member of U.S. Figure Skating and ISI.

From a student's first day on the ice, to that moment on a podium, at the National Championships, she enjoys all stages of her skaters' careers. She uses her education and experience as a National and Collegiate competitor, and as a performer in numerous shows nationwide, to respectfully guide each skater in reaching his or her personal goals. Each athlete is unique and deserves tailored and instruction.

Education and training:

• University of Delaware: B.S. Physical Education Studies, Figure Skating Science / Coaching. Courses included biomechanics, anatomy, exercise physiology, park and recreational facility management, athletic training, strength and conditioning.
• Spent two years student teaching with national, international, world and Olympic coaches under the mentorship of Ron Ludington
• National Sports Academy at Lake Placid (NY): High School, figure and speed skating at the Olympic Center Interlochen and The North Carolina School of the Arts: ballet, music studies and performing arts
• Miriam has performed, competed and trained professionally with World and Olympic skaters at major training centers in Colorado Springs, University of Delaware and the Olympic Center in Lake Placid.
• She trained under World and Olympic coaches Priscilla Hill, Kathy Casey, Janet Champion (spins) and Kristy Krall.

Recent PSA approved continuing education:

• 2007 PSA International Conference
• 2008 PSA Basic skills seminar
• 2008 U.S. Figure Skating National Directors conference
• 2008 PSA Nationwide Seminar

Contact Information:

• Miriam Pereira at (949) 307-5414
• mirskates@earthlink.net

• Coach Since 1990
• United States Figure Skating (USFS) Registered Coach
• PSA Rated "Certified" in Freestyle
• PSA CER Certified
• Has completed all PSA Sports Science Exams Registered thru Master
• Member of the Ice Skating Institute (ISI)
• ISI Gold Judges Certification
• Coach of Regional, Sectional and National Competitors

Vikki has complete understanding of the new IJS judging system and likes to keep her students informed as well. Vikki is very dedicated to her students and puts a lot energy into them both on and off the ice. She loves what she does and it shows on the ice.

Contact Information:

• Vikki Geller at (949) 933-4596
• isk8coach@aol.com
• Lesson Rate is $40 per half hour

Melanie has 24 years of skating experience, having trained under Olympic and World coach Frank Carroll and Evelyn Kramer at the Ice Castle International Training Center in Lake Arrowhead. Melanie has been a competitor and medalist at 6 National Championships and has been a coach at the Jr. National Championships. She is a member of United States Figure Skating and the Professional Skaters Association.

Melanie specializes in Moves in the Field, jumps, spins, and choreography for beginning thru advanced skaters.

Contact Information:

• Melanie Dupon at (949) 521-2151
• smileyone@cox.net

Christine's skating carrier began twenty eight years ago when she was three years old under the watchful eye of my triple gold medalist parents Barry Munns and Sharon Browning. They both are national and international coaches. Christine has competed in national and international competitions growing up.

Christine has over fifteen years experience in teaching basic skills, freestyle, stroking, and choreography to all levels of skating from beginers to advanced. Most recently her teams have competed at ISI worlds and have taken home gold three years in a row. She is a member and a gold certified judge in the International Skating Institute and is currently working on joining the Professional Skaters Association and the US Figure Skating Club.

She believes students should enjoy skating while learning how to be discilplined in a sport. Her teaching objective is to individually tailor each child's training regimen to that skater's goals, needs, and abilities. Christine holds a Bachelors Of Fine Art degree in graphic design at Cal State University Fullerton.

Contact Information:

• Christine McGuern at (909) 730-6828

Victoria holds a Master of Sport title (USSR). She is a member of the Professional Skaters Association (PSA), U.S. Figure Skating (USFS) and the Ice Skating Institute (ISI) with Gold certification. She has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology from San Marcos State University.

Victoria was a U.S.S.R National Champion, has 16 years or competitive skating experience and seven years of teaching experience. She represented the USSR at international competition and the European Championships. She performed in ice shows worldwide with Disney on Ice and Hollywood on Ice.

She teaches all competitive levels from beginner to advanced, specializing in jump technique, power skating, choreography, moves in the field, and off-ice training.

Contact Information:

• Victoria Pliatsok at (714) 315-9150
• vita4ka@gmail.com

For the last twenty three years Amy has been involved in the sport of figure skating. She began her competitive skating career, at a young age, participating in USFS and ISI competitions, including regional championships. She has spent the last eight years teaching her love for the sport to students of all ages. Amy is a member of the Ice Skating Institute (ISI), United States Figure Skating (USFS) and has been on staff at the OC Ice Palace since its opening in 2002.

Utilizing training time on and off the ice, she guides the development of each student focusing on everything from jump and spin techniques to Moves in the field. Amy has a passion for what she does and loves working with students of all skill levels. All together, she believes that all students have the ability to meet their skating goals and have a great time in the process.

Contact Information:

• Amy Cox at (714) 334-8508
• amyskates@hotmail.com

Sean Rabbitt has been in the world of figure skating for over 13 years now and is still currently competing. He is currently a Junior Mens competitor in the South West Pacific Region. His experience in skating includes taking from world and national coach Wendy Burge for 11 years, and is currently training under Olympic coach Mingzhu Li (head coach). Karen Kwan, Peter Oppegard, and Alex Chang. With this strong training background Sean has made many skating accomplishments.

He has been a Jr National competitor on the Juvenile and Intermidiate level as a pair and singles skater. He has also competed at the Pacific Coast Sectional Championships twice as a Novice and Junior mens competitor. He currently holds the title of being the 2009 Southwest Pacific Regional Junior Mens Silver Medalist. Sean has performed in many shows and exhibitions such as the Anaheim Ducks Hockey Games, special guest in Parker Pennington's Skate for Life, and was one of a select group of elite skaters to skate in the opening ceremony at the 2009 World Championships held here in Los Angeles.

Sean has 13 years of dance training in Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop, Ballet, Lyrical and many other styles. He specializes in teaching basic and advanced jump technique, spins, basic pairs technique, choreography, and for your skaters competition programs Sean specializes in music editing. Sean has choreographed the Glacier Falls Figure Skating Club spring show opening act, the opening act for Weddings on Ice, and done choreography for many skaters in the area. He is a member of the Profesional Skaters Association (PSA), the United States Figure Skating Association (USFSA), and the Ice Skating Institue (ISI).

One of Sean's main goals as a skating coach is to see his students grow both mentally and physicall while helping to assist his students achieve all goals possible. Sean works well with all ages from young children at age 3 or 4 to adults of any age.

Contact Information:

• Sean Rabbit at (714) 747-1712
• fire_hair08@yahoo.com
• Website: Sean Rabbit

I have over 15 years of experience in figure skating,, and have competed for 13 years of my career. I passed my senior freestyle and Moves in the Field test in 2006. I am a 6 time Pacific Coast Regional competitor, Pacific Coast Synchronized Champion, and National competitor.

I have trained under many amazing coaches such as National choreographer Phillip Mills Junior Gold Medal Men?s champion, Richard Ewell with 26 years of experience in Ice shows , Jim Stuart, and world renowned Olympic Siler Medalist, spinning coach Ronnie Robertson. I also trained under Anthony Liu at the Ice Castles International training Center in Lake Arrowhead.

I have training from Dark horse fitness center in nutrition and fitness with Brian Rosse, an Olympic weight lifting champion. Not only do I have experience in competing but I was also chosen to do an ice show at Silverwood Theme park l in the summer. I am a very well rounded coach and have a lot of knowledge of this sport. I have been a member of PSA, USFS and ISI.

I specialize in jump and spin techniques and will get you to whatever goal you have for yourself; no matter what level or age you are. I love this sport and it?s my passion. When I am on ice it?s all about you and I will put all my energy into getting you where you want to go.

Contact Information:

• Stephanie Clayton at (714) 310-1786
• Sk8queen77@yahoo.com

Ashley has been involved in figure skating as either a coach or competitor for seventeen years. She is a member of ISI, PSA, and USFSA. She has her Gold Judges Certification. Ashley has experience in teaching basic skills, freestyle, stroking, choreography, as well as off-ice training. She trained under Olympic and National coach Ken Congemi. In addition, she trained under Olympic ice dancers and choreographers Russ Witherby and Lia Trovati. Ashley attended Orange County High School of the Arts where she was a commercial dance major. With extensive dance training in ballet, jazz, lyrical, tap, hip-hop, modern, and many forms of ballroom; Ashley is an innovative choreographer. Ashley strives to bring out each skater?s artistry and personality; emphasizing grace, musicality, speed and flow.

Ashley teaches students of all ages and abilities; including adults. She is committed to helping all skaters reach their goals whether they are competitive or recreational in nature. She helps instill the confidence they need to succeed. She also has a passion for teaching students with special needs. She has many years of experience with children and adults with disabilities both on and off the ice. Ashley works to inspire all of her skaters to reach their full potential.

• Ashley Zdunich at (714) 469-6619

Sueann has been skating for over 15 years, She has competed in both ISI, and USFS Competitions. She also represented the west cost at nationals. Sueann has her gold medal in Ice dace, moves in the field, and has tested up to novice in freestyle.

An addition to Figure skating, Sueann has also been dancing Ballet since the age of 3, and is currently enrolled in classes to get certified to teach yoga.

Sueann has been teaching figure skating for 6 years. She speechless in stroking, edge work, Moves in the field, and also loves to make up program's for Competitions. She also loves to work with beginners, from tot's (2 years old) all the way up to adults. She has also been teaching dance for 5 years, and enjoys working with people on stretching, and strengthening.