CHAD GOODWIN
DIRECTOR, KRAKEN SKATING ACADEMY
Goodwin joined the Kraken after spending four years as Skating Director for the Vegas Golden Knights. There, he founded their Skating Program, coaching both competitive skating and power skating for the Jr. Golden Knights hockey program. Goodwin brings with him nearly ten years of experience developing and implementing figure skating, power skating, and Learn to Skate programs. He is a committee member with U.S. Figure Skating for the Aspire Program, an ISI Certified Program Director, PSA Registered Program Director, and holds a PSA Certified Rating in Freestyle.
A professional figure skater himself, Goodwin is a four-time Canadian National Competitor and three-time Sectional Champion. He spent seven years skating with Bietak Productions and Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines.
In addition to his duties with the Kraken, Goodwin serves as the Membership Chair for Learn to Skate USA.
Christiana Reimertz
Skating Development Manager, Kraken Skating Academy
Christiana began her journey with the Kraken as a Learn to Skate Coach with Kraken Skating Academy, soon transitioning to full-time team member with Chad early 2022. She moved to Washington from Bozeman, Montana where she was the Learn to Skate Director, coaching figure skating and power skating for the youth hockey programs as well as the MSU Bobcats Hockey Team.
Christiana grew up in Park City, Utah - where she began her skating journey in 2006. She is a founding member of the Figure Skating Club of Park City. In addition to figure skating, she started playing hockey when she hit high school, and had the most fun playing on her high school team and practicing with the Utah Lady Grizzlies. She performed with the Utah Chapter of the American Ice Theater at University of Utah Hockey games, Utah Grizzly Games, and local exhibitions.
She is passionate about sharing the love of ice with skaters of all ages and abilities, while making the experience fun.
Skating Coaches
Resident Coaches
We're working locally and nationally to bring together an exceptional roster of resident coaches who will make Kraken Community Iceplex their main coaching facility to teach group programs as well as private sessions.
If you are interested in becoming a resident coach at KCI, contact us below.
Lesson Inquiries
Private Skating Lessons
Submit a Contact KSA form if you are interested in working with one of our coaches. Please specify the coach if you can in your request.
Skaters must register for ice time with KCI (public skate or freestyle) in addition to paying the coach directly for the lesson time.
24 - 25 Resident Coaches
Anna Matuszewski
- PSA Member
- USFS Triple Gold Medalist
- Coaching all levels
- Coaching philosophy: create a fun and nurturing learning environment while providing excellent skating technique and artistic development
- Hobbies: Professional Dancer and Choreographer. Lead dancer and choreographer for Macklemore
- Rate: $50 per 30 minute lesson
Cindy Taylor
- PSA Rating Registered in Figures and Freestyle
- 30 years teaching experience
- Professional Skater with Holiday on Ice in Europe
- US Open Professional Championship Coach
- Trained by world and Olympic level coaches
- Coach of Northwest Pacific Regional Champion
- Former Coach of Current US and International Coaches
- Hobbies: photography, cooking, and traveling with my family and friends.
- Rate: $45 per 30 minute lesson
Corrie Martin
- Junior Worlds and International Choreographer
- Team USA Coach 2007-2008, 2020-2021
- USFSA National Component Camp Choreographer/Demonstrator
- PSA PNW Presidential Award of Excellence (2019)
- USFS Athletic High Performance Coach
- Spin Specialist
- Choreographer for Seattle Ice Theater
- Pre-certified in Gyrotronics
- Stretch class instructor
- International Touring Professional Figure Skater
- Bachelors in Psychology + Minor in Theater, University of Washington
- Hobbies: Cherishing time with my son, mom and walking my dog. Painting, and selling real estate.
- Rate: $60 per 30 minute lesson
Darin Hosier
- Master Rating - Singles & Registered Rating - Figures
- 2023 PSA Developmental Coaching Team of the Year w/ Corrie Martin
- Junior Worlds Coach, 2x JGP Finals
- Coach Marching - Quad Jumps
- PSA Registered rating in Figures (1996)
- PSA Ranking VI in Singles
- Team USA coach (2007, 2008, 2020-Present)
- PSA PNW Presidential Award of Excellence (2019)
- PSA Betty Berens' Edi Award Recipient (2013)
- USFS Adult National Coach (1995-2005)
- Touring Professional Skater (1989-1992)
- USFS Double Gold Medalist (1987-Figures + Free Skating)
- USFS National Medalist (1984 - Novice)
- George Mason University Graduate (1989)
- Coaching Philosophy: I believe in a positive athlete centered coaching approach in an emotionally & physically safe environment. My goal is to inspire, encourage & help self-empower each skater. I believe it takes a team approach and parents play an integral and supportive non-coaching role.
- Hobbies: Gardening, Volunteerism, Video Montages, Puppy Play
- Rate: $60 per 30 minute lesson
Eebie Harper
- Skating experience: 8 years as a competitive skater. 2022 USFSA Graduating Seniors Silver Award. Striving to become a triple gold medalist in moves in the field, freestyle, and solo dance. Passed pre-gold moves in the field, pre-silver freestyle, and bronze solo dance
- Coaching Experience: 4 years group lesson and private coaching, learn to skate with special care to emerald edge. Focusing on helping developing skaters increase confidence, providing adults with technical explanations
- Coaching philosophy: I’m eager to guide developing skaters and helping them figure out what they want to do with their skating career My experiences in multiple parts of skating have given me a sense of all that it has to offer while making it fun
- Education: Majoring in Chemical Engineering at UW
- Hobbies: Painting, digital art, reading, writing, crocheting
- Rate: $35 per 30 minute lesson
Ellen Berg
- PSA Certified in Freestyle and Hockey 1 + 2
- USFS Gold Medalist in Freestyle
- USFS Silver Medalist in Figures
- Sr. Ladies competitor at regionals and sectionals; alternate at US Nationals
- Professional ice skater with Disney on Ice, Ice Capades, and Holiday on Ice
- Levels coached: Beginner through adult; recreational and competitive levels in figure skating and hockey
- Coaching philosophy: Skating is a lifelong sport and I consider it a privilege whenever I am asked to help a beginner establish a solid skating foundation or help a competitive skater reach their goals.
- Rate: $50 per 30-minute lesson
Emma Gracyk
- Coaching Experience: Teaches LTS and EE all levels and ages, synchronized skating, and hockey skating skills. I have also coached gymnastics and marching band.
- Coaching Philosophy: I am passionate about creating a fun and safe skating environment while giving skaters the tools to succeed and grow.
- Education: Bachelor of Architecture and Music Minor from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. Registered Architect in the State of Washington.
- Hobbies: Music and marching band, architecture and design, skiing, hiking, synchronized skating. I have played baritone/trombone with the Sounders FC and Kraken band and have performed with the Santa Clara Vanguard Drum and Bugle Corps.
- Rate: $35 per 30 minute lesson
Hannah Yi
- Gold medalist in Freestyle
- Gold Medalist in Moves in the Field
- Studying education at University of Washington
- Rate: $37.50 per 30 min lesson
Heather Collick
- Double USFS Gold Medalist: Freestyle & Moves in the Field; Youngest individual to become a Gold Medalist in Moves in the Field (2006)
- 11 years competitive skating experience; 9 years coaching experience
- Coaching philosophy: I strive to help skaters grow as competitive athletes and individuals in a safe, healthy, and fun environment.
- Hobbies: Hiking, synchronized skating, animals, traveling
- Education: B.A. Global Studies, Master of Nonprofit Management
- Rate: $45 per 30 minute lesson
Jessica Bennett
- Skating Experience: Began skating at age 5, 2022 USFSA Graduating Seniors Program Silver Level Award Pursuing Double Gold in Moves in the Field and Solo Pattern Dance; have passed Juvenile MIF, Bronze Solo Pattern Dances, and Pre-Preliminary Free Skate. Three-time Pacific Coast Synchronized Skating Sectional Championships Preliminary & Open Juvenile competitor (2016-2018)
- Coaching Experience: 5 years of group and private lessons, specializing in instructing young children in Snowplow Sam levels, timid adult skaters, and those returning to the sport after hiatus
- Coaching Philosophy: I’m passionate about sharing my love of skating while providing students with strong skill fundamentals, equipping them to reach a wide variety of goals
- Education: Majoring in Recreation Management & Leadership at Western Washington University
- Hobbies: Watching hockey, reading, running, trying new restaurants and coffee shops
- Rate: $30 per 30-minute lesson
Julie Draney
- Member of PSA and USFS
- Specializes in Freestyle, Moves in the Field, and Ice Dancing
- Triple USFS Gold Medalist
- Sectional Competitor; 10 years competitive experience
- Trained at Broadmoor Arena
- Cast member of 2002 XIX Olympic Winter Games
- Rate: $50 per 30 minute lesson
Kalina Chung
- USFS Gold Medalist
- Regional Champion
- 10+ years coach/choreographer experience; regional level, adult sectional + national levels
- Specializes in Freestyle and Choreography
- Award-winning Artist
- B.F.A. Sculpture/Three Dimensional Forum (3D4M), University of Washington
- Hobbies: skiing, dogs, plants, cooking, exploring
- Rate: $44 per 30 minute lesson
Kellie McNulty
- Bio coming soon!
Lauren Louie
- 15+ years of skating experience, 9 years competitive skating experience
- USFS Gold Medalist, 2020 Graduating Seniors Program Platinum Level Award
- Synchronized Skating x8 Sectionals and x3 Nationals competitor, National Solo Dance Series x3 competitor, National Showcase competitor
- My goal is to foster a love for the sport and instill a resilient mindset for skaters to excel on and off the ice.
- B.A. Business Analytics with Global Business and Data Science at Seattle University
- Hobbies: esthetician student, hiking, active volunteer at Mary’s Place
- Rate: $38 per 30 minute lesson
Marie Greishaber
- Skating Experience: Originally from Dallas, Texas, Marie has participated in several disciplines of figure skating including Synchronized Skating, Singles, and Theater on Ice. Marie competed yearly in the Southwest Regional Championships as well as ISI Worlds Competition in synchronized skating, group, and solo events from 2000-2008. She has her Gold(Senior) Skating Skills, Pre-Gold (Junior) Freeskate and Preliminary Pattern Dance tests.
- Coaching Experience: Marie began coaching in 2007 and has experience working with skaters of all ages in summer camps, show classes, group classes, and private lessons. Marie currently works with the Washington Ice Emeralds organization and the Kraken Skating Academy synchronized skating programs. She has had the pleasure of coaching the Washington Ice Emeralds 2017 Pewter and 2018 Bronze Synchronized Skating Open Juvenile champions at the Pacific Coast Synchronized Skating Sectionals competitions. Presently, Marie’s primary focus is on synchronized skating as well as providing a positive and supportive experience for recreational and competitive skaters alike on their journey through testing and competing.
- Rate: $35 per 30-minute lesson
Mark Jahnke
- USFS Quadruple Gold Medalist (Skating Skills, Free Skating, Partnered Pattern Dance, Partnered Free Dance), Bronze Test in Pairs
- Specialist in ice dance, partnering (incl. test partnering), advanced skating technique, footwork, choreography and interpretation, and adult skating
- Students have passed Gold tests in Pattern Dance (partnered), Free Dance (partnered), and Skating Skills
- 12-year competitive career in freestyle and ice dance training under World and Olympic coaches in Boston, MA and Ann Arbor, MI
- Competitive Highlights: International Selection Pool member, 5-time US National Competitor, 3-time US Intercollegiate Champion (2010), 2009 National Silver Medalist in Solo Dance, 2011 Pacific Coast Sectional Champion, 3-time Pacific Coast Sectional Medalist
- Education: AB Magna Cum Laude (Harvard), MPA (Princeton), MSc with Merit (SOAS), MBA (Quantic)
- Fulbright Scholar, Returned Peace Corps Volunteer, Argentine Tango de Salon dancer and instructor
- Rate: $50 per 30min
Max Anderson
- 2x U.S. Figure Skating gold medalist (moves in the field & solo free dance). NWP regional medalist, Pacific sectional competitor, Excel national champion. Professional skater with Sun Valley on Ice.
- Coaching Experience: All levels with and emphasis on basics, skating skills, and jump technique.
- Education: Pursuing a B.S. in Kinesiology at Seattle University.
- Rate: $38 per 30 Minute Lesson
Morgan Bradley
- USFS Gold Medalist in Moves in the Field (Skating Skills)
- Trained & Apprentices under a PSA Master Rate Coach in the San Fransisco Bay Area
- 10 years coaching expericence with emphasis on basic skills, aspire, and excel levels
- Coaching philosophy: My goal as a coach is to not only create a fun, safe space for all my skaters to learn proper technique that will help them progress in the sport but to also teach skills that they will take with them throughout their life. To inspire confidence, determination, hard work, and perserverence in all that they do!
- Hobbies: Cooking (Le Cordon Bleu Graduate), Photography, Videography
- Rate: $44 per 30 minute lesson
Monica Tschang
- Licensed Learn to Skate Coach for 7 years
- Skating Experience: Solo Ice Dance Nationals, Ice Dance Gold and International Tests, USFS Double Gold Medalist
- Levels coached: Learn to Skate Snowplow, Basic Skills, and Freestyle; Ice Dance; Moves in the Field
- Coaching philosophy: I try to make skating fun for students of all skill and age levels with encouragement, patience, and a little silliness :)
- Education: B.A. in Cell Biology and Neuroscience; current Neuroscience PhD student at UW
- Hobbies: Cooking new foods, finding and eating the best local desserts, and exploring the outdoors
- Rate: $40 per 30 minute lesson
Natalie Thompson
- Coaching Education: U.S. Figure Skating Accredited Coach – Senior, PSA Registered Free Skate Rating Oct. 2023, PSA Certified Free Skate Rating April 2024, PSA Senior Free Skate Rating June 2024, PSA level 3 ranking
- Coaching Experience: Coach of PNW Regional medalists since 2006, Coach of NQS sectional competitors , Coached Gold medalists through standard gold skating skills (MITF), standard gold free skating, and adult gold tests
- Grassroots to Champions G2C faculty & guest coach
- 23yrs competitive coaching experience
- Vestibular off ice harness specialist
- Coach of 2009 State Games of America Juvenile Girls Gold Medalist (qualifying & final round)
- Rate: $45 per 30-minute lesson
Sally Jeanne Watkins
- USFS Triple Gold Medalist: Freestyle, Moves in the Field, Ice Dance
- PSA Level III Ranking
- 15 years coaching experience
- Specializes in preparing athletes to compete under the International Judging System
- Coach of Excel National Final and Sectional Singles Final competitors
- Intercollegiate National Champion (2008)
- Former Professional Skater with Bietak Productions and Ice Theater of New York
- Bachelors degrees in Engineering - Physics and Chemistry (Miami University)
- Masters Degree in Environmental Engineering (NYU)
- Rate: $55 per 30 minute lesson
Sarah Berkshire
- Started skating when I was 10 years old in Anchorage, Alaska
- Levels/abilities coaches: Basic Skills through Pre-Free Adult and Youth. Moves in the Field Synchronized Skating. Off Ice Strength and Conditioning.
- Coaching Philosophy: My background as a physical therapist allows me to have an unique perspective on body alignment and movement patterns and help correct these during lessons.
- Education: Doctor of Physical Therapy, Regis University
- Hobbies: I own Twist Physical Therapy and specialize in working with skaters off the ice to improve their body alignment, flexibility and muscle control. Spending time with my family.
- Rate: $35 per 30 minute lesson
Sasha Desaunois Mullen
- 17 years figure skating experience as a competitor and performer
- 8 years coaching
- 15 years of dance including ballet, lyrical, modern, jazz,
- 6 years as a dance teacher (1 year specializing for figure skaters).
- USFSA Double-Gold Medalist Moves in the Field and Freestyle, Pre-Gold Solo Pattern, Intermediate Free Dance, National Showcase Medalist, Rosalyn Sumners Artistic Award Recipient.
- $38 per 30-minute lesson
Learn to Skate and Emerald Edge Coaches
Group class and private lesson instructors
Alaina Vashro
Bella Bergeron
Bettina Beverly
Bianca Graydinger
Brit Broostrom
Dayna Suess
Emma Gracyk
Esther Chan
Jasmine Dahm
Lauren Louie
Lydia Sorbo
Malia Mcarter
Mina Cheney
Neha Bhargava
Pat Leudtke
Sarah Rauf
Willa Zhao
Guest Coach Program
Guest coaches are welcome to visit Kraken Community Iceplex maximum of 2-times a week. Any questions in the meantime, please contact the Kraken Skating Academy.