The role of a coach is to foster a positive learning environment. We value our coaches and support certification.
Instructors in our Learn-to-Skate and Aspire programs are SafeSport certified and complete the Learn-to-Skate certification to properly learn how to instruct fundamental skating skills.
To be designated as a coach, Palouse Hills Skating Club requires the completion of the Core Certification Course through USFSA. Additionally, we require adherence to the Inspiring Coaching Excellence Program (I.C.E.) which includes independent insurance and maintenance of ongoing continuing education annually to maintain certification.
Head Coach Emily Viehouser
Emily started skating in Spokane at the age of 8, and quickly fell in love with the sport. She competed in Freestyle for over 10 years and went on to compete at the National level in Ice Dance. Emily is a Double gold medalist in both Moves In The Field and Solo Free Dance and is currently testing through the Solo Pattern Dances. She coaches Learn To Skate, Freestyle, Moves in the Field, And Showcase to all ages and anyone willing to learn! Emily’s family moved to Pullman Washington in early 2021 and she has since then started coaching at the new Palouse Hills Ice Rink in Moscow Idaho! Emily’s love of skating has continued from childhood into adulthood and has no means of slowing down as she continues to try her hardest on the ice. Her favorite things are to watch her students fall in love with figure skating and to skate to their full potential. Please reach out to Coach Emily if you would like to arrange a lesson.
Phone: (509)-818-7992
Email: emilyviehouser@gmail.com
Coach Sophia Tsiklauri
Sophia has been skating for 14 years and started when she was 2 years old. She has been coaching private and group lessons for 4 years. Sophia is actively competing in free skate and has tested through her silver skating skills and pre-silver singles. She coaches Learn to Skate, moves in the field, choreography, off ice, and free skate but she specializes in jumps, both on and off ice. Sophia is certified through US Figure Skating as a Learn to Skate coach and through their “Coach I.C.E.” Program. She works with all ages, but loves to work with younger kids and she is very passionate about making skating a fun experience and teaching life lessons while on the ice. For more information, please reach out to Coach Sophia through email or text.
Text: (734)-773-8577
Email: tsiklaurisophia09@gmail.com
Coach Ashleigh Robinson
Ashleigh Robinson has been skating for 4 years through Lake City Figure Skating Club. She has passed her Preliminary Freeskate test. She is qualified to teach up to Pre-Freeskate levels. Ashleigh is currently a University of Idaho student. She is willing to work with all age groups. Her available lesson times are flexible for whenever you or your skater want to learn. In lessons, Ashleigh encourages the skater to have a sense of fun and to learn to play on the ice. She wants all skaters to enjoy their ice time and make the most of their skills.
Email: ashleighbunny982@gmail.com
Coach Ashley France
Ashley France started skating at 4 years old. She retired from the ISI system at 15. As an adult skater who has returned to the sport after 25 years, she is now working through USFSA Adult Skating Skills, Free Skate, and Solo Dance tests. Ashley is passionate about Basic Skills and supporting skaters in their journey through the sport. Ashley is a certified I.C.E. Coach through USFSA as well as a Learn to Skate Instructor. Professionally, Ashley is a rehabilitation professional. Ashley is the skating director for Learn-to-Skate and Aspire programs.
Text: 425-786-3158