Private 1-2-1 are available at Queens from NISA qualified professional coaches. All the coaches are independent of Queens, therefore you will need to deal direct with the professional to book a lesson/s and payment.
Professional coaches charge different rates so feel free to talk to as many as you wish in order to obatin the right package for you or your child. Should you have difficulty in contacting a professional or have any issues with the service provided, you should call our office on 020 7229 0172 and ask for the duty manager.
Costs vary but you should expect to pay anything from £10.00 upwards for a 15 minute lesson, in addition you will have the entry fee to pay, at Reception on your way in to te centre, which will allow you to skate throughout the remainder of the session.
There are many ways to improve your skating and a mix of private lessons and group tuition is a good way to start. Remember that practice makes perfect
Susan Best - is NISA registered coach and has been teaching at Queens for a more
than 20 years. While her pupils range in age from 3 to 85, she's as
happy teaching the serious skater as she is with the casual and
recreational skater and is a great believer that lessons should be fun
and enjoyable. She runs a stroking (exercise) class, jointly, every
Sunday morning at 9.15 am. Susan can be contacted for bookings on 07890
798 326
Zoia Birmingham - was the winner of the BBCs 'Strictly Ice Dancing'' along with partner
David Seaman, the fomer Arsenal & England Goalkeeper. She is a gold
standard skater and a NISA registered coach. She was a one time member
of the Team GB Olympic Squad and has represented her country both
nationally and internationally. Zoia demonstrates skating moves in the
'Young Ice Skater' publication which aims to teach children the correct
moves on ice. She puts fun into skating and by her patience always gets
the best out of her pupils. She is equally happy teaching complete
beginners as she is with competitive skaters. Zoia can be contacted
either through Queens on 020 7229 0172 or by visiting her web site at
www.zoiabirmingham.com
Michelle Bruchez - is a NISA registered coach who has lost count as to how many years she
has been skating. She was three times South African national free
skating champion and two times British adult solo ice dance champion.
She loves skating and coaching and enjoys teaching children and adults
of all ages and abilities. Michelle can be contacted on 07775 819 289
Charlotte Clements - is a former Britsih dance champion, British solo dance champion and
British junior world competitor. She has represented Great Britain in
the European and World Championships, was a member of the British
Olympic squad and has competed internationally in Russia, France,
Japan, Germany, Bratislava and Finland. As a registered NISA coach she
is now putting all her valuable experience into the next generation of
skaters. She teaches pupils of all ages and ability and can be
contacted on 07738 131 632 (call between 10.00 am and 6.00 pm). Email: bolindieonblades@hotmail.co.uk
Jennifer Clements - has coached at Queens for a considerable number of years and
specialises in figure skating and synchonised skating. A gold medalist
in both disciplines, she coaches children and adults of all abilities.
A registered NISA coach she has trained novice, junior and senior
champions. She has also choreographed ice shows and galas. She runs a
stroking (exercise) class every, jointly, Sunday monring at 9.15 am.
For further information about booking a lesson with her call 07961 318
713
Christine Fry - was a one time national junior figure champion and represented Great
Britain in free skating and ice dance at senior level. She is a
registered NISA coach and has been teaching figure and ice dance at
Queens for a considerable number of years to pupils of all ages and
abilities. She can be contacted through the Queens reception desk on
020 7229 0172
Diane Herman - is a former British Dance Champion who also competed internationally.
She is a NISA registered coach of many years standing and while she
specialises and enjoys teaching young children from their very first
steps on the ice, she also enjoys the challenge of teaching adults who
find out very quickly that they really can learn to skate whatever
their age. Diane can be contacted on 07961 973 355.
David Hoare - Ice Rink Manager is also a NISA registered instructor. He has more than
20 years skating experience and is passionate about the sport. He
coaches all ages and levels of ability from the beginner to the
experienced, and loves sharing his knowledge of the sport. So if the
mood to learn or to improve your skating takes your fancy, do call him
on 07788 192 358. Email: david.hoare7@btinternet.com
Vincent Kyle - is a former British Ice Dance Champion who has also competed
internationally as well as in the European and World Championships. He
is a NISA registered coach of a considerable number of years experience
and coaches all ages and ability as well as groups.. Vince puts the fun
into skating and can be contacted through Queens on 07903 085 525
Shirelle Kyle - is an advanced level NISA registered coach with over twenty years teaching experience. She is passionate about the ice skating and enjoys coaching both competitive and recreational skaters of all standards and ages. She is recognised as one of the UKs leading coaches in both ice dance and figures with many of her pupils having won medals and trophies on both the national and international competition circuits. Shirelle can be contacted on 07783 519 447. E mail: kylesl1968@googlemail.com
Laura Lewis - says she began skating when she was very very small and almost
immediately developed a passion for the sport. She has spent a number
of years out of the UK where she has alternated between coaching and
show skating, the most recent show being Holiday on Ice, but has now
decided to plant her roots firmly back at home, and joined the team at
Queens as a NISA registered coach. Laura is justs happy teaching 1-2-1
as she is with groups of all ages and levels. Laura can be contacted on
07887 556 516
Stefanie McFeat - began skating at an early age and has over ten years open competition
experience. She won a gold medal at the 2000 British Senior Solo Ice
Dance Champion. She is a NISA registered coach specialising in free
skating and choreography. She is also teaches off ice dance in tap and
street dance. Her vibrant enthusiastic approach to teaching makes
lessons both fun and excitng. Stefanie caters for all ages and
abilities and can be contacted on 07786 806 303. Email: stefanie.mcfeat@btinternet.com
Nicola McNab - has been skating since she was four years of age. She has skated in
high level competitions and is a former pairs silver champion. Through
her love of skating and competitive experience she understands the
needs for all levels and ages. She is a NISA registered instructor and
is passionate about passing on her skills to others. She teaches 1-2-1
or groups, and makes skating fun, fun, fun. So if you want to learn to
skate or develop your skills further and have fun, call her on 07739
113 820. Email: nickymcnab@mac.com
Daniel Smith - has been a resident coach at Queens for a number of years. During his competitive career he specialised in ice dancing, winning a national title, numerous medals and representing Great Britain in international competitions. A gold standard and a licenced NISA coach, he enjoys passing on his skills to pupils of all ages and ability. He believes skating is a serious sport but aims to make all his lessons informative and fun. He can be contacted on 07927 406 674. Email: daniel@skategreat.co.uk
Jamie Walker - was a junior British Ice Dance Champion and a Finnish Champion. He has competed internationally as well as in the European and the World Championships. A NISA registered instructor, he has more than 10 years teaching experience both in the UK and abroad and enjoys teaching all age ranges and standards, either 1-2-1 or in groups. Jamie can be contacted on 07703 724 564. Email:
iceskate@me.com