WE LOVE TO SKATE

Our premier coaching staff is here to bring out the best in you.

 

Our Coaches

Whether you are a beginner or an elite skater, our coaching team is here to meet your needs. At Pacific Ice Academy, we are fortunate to have an incredible staff that includes national and international-level coaches. We enjoy taking athletes from their first steps on the ice to the highest level of international competition. Each of our experienced professionals is ready to offer the support and guidance you need on your journey through the sport of figure skating.

 
 

Lydia Finch

  • Teaching since 2020

  • Pacific Ice Academy Skating Director

  • USFS Gold Medalist

  • Specializes in freestyle

 

Samuel Mindra

  • Teaching since 2020

  • 2020 U.S. Junior Bronze Medalist

  • 4-time national competitor

  • Current international competitor for Team USA

  • Specializes in freestyle & harness

 

Ruth Aquino

  • Teaching Since

  • USFS Double Gold Medalist & Pre-Gold in Ice Dance

  • Senior PNW Regional Champion & Sectional Competitor

  • Specializes in Figures, Freestyle, Skating Skills, Power & Show Production

  • PSA Rated

Mari Malama

  • Teaching since 2006

  • Team USA Coach

  • PSA Ranking VI

  • 2021 PSA President’s Award of Excellence

 

Anna Olson-Voss

  • Teaching since 2021

  • 2-time sectional competitor

  • 2020 Regional Novice Champion

  • USFS Double Gold Medalist in Skating Skills & Singles

  • Specializes in freestyle

 

Emily Wong

  • Teaching Since 2018

  • 2019 National Showcase Competitor

  • Specializes in freestyle

Nani Tanaka

  • Teaching since 1997

  • Team USA Coach

  • PSA Ranking VI

  • 2021 PSA President’s Award of Excellence

 

Anthony Darnell

  • Teaching Since

  • 4-time US National Competitor

  • 5-time US Nationals Coach

  • 1991 US Nationals Bronze Medalist

  • USFS Double Gold Medalist in Ice Dance & Skating Skills

Stella Bumanglag

  • Teaching since 1997

  • Has taught regional, sectional, and national-level competitors