Skating Director & Coach

Jenna Dispenza

• 2011 and 2012 US National Ice Dance competitor
• 20 years of skating experience
• 10+ years of coaching experience teaching all levels from Learn to Skate classes to international skates
• Holds US Gold/Senior tests in Moves in the Field, Free Dance, and Pattern Dance
• Canadian Gold tests in Freestyle, Skills, Dance, and Interpretive
• Enjoys sharing her love and passion for the sport through a wide variety of disciplines including Freestyle, Moves, Ice Dance, in addition to skating skills/footwork, choreography, holiday show production and beginner skating skills
• Proud member of USFS, PSA, and Learn to Skate USA
• Has PSA Registered Free Skate Accreditation, Masters in Sports Science & Medicine from PSA and CER A
• Received her BBA from Florida International University with Summa Cum Laude
• Proud member of the Sunshine State Figure Skating Club
• Coaches Rate: $90.00/hr

Skating Director & Coach

Vinny Dispenza

• · 2011 and 2012 US National Ice Dance competitor
• · 2008 Junior US Nationals competitor
• · 20 years of skating experience
• · 10 years of coaching experience teaching all levels, from Learn to Skate classes to international skaters
• · Holds US Gold/Senior tests in Moves in the Field, Free Dance and Dance Pattern, as well as tests in Free Skate and Pairs
• · Dedicated to helping his skaters reach their goals by sharing his love and enthusiasm for the sport
• · Teaches a wide variety of disciplines including Freestyle, Moves, Ice Dance, in addition to specializing in skating skills/footwork, holiday show production and pole harness experience for all level of jumps
• · Proud member of USFS, PSA, and Learn to Skate USA
• · Has his PSA Registered Group Accreditation, Masters in Sports Science & Medicine from PSA and CER-A
• · Proud member of the Sunshine State Figure Skating Club
• Coaches Rate: $90.00/hr

Coach

Tonia Berekhovski

• · Russian skater
• · Masters Degree in Choreography from the University of Modern Art
• · Has trained skaters to compete nationally and internationally at Junior World, Worlds, US Nationals, US Junior Nationals
• ·Proud member of the Sunshine State Figure Skating Club
• Coaches Rate: $110.00/hr

Coach

Haven Denney

• Coaches Rate: $100.00/hr

Coach

Sara Feminella

• Over 10 years of skating experience.
• Holds Senior Moves in the Field Test and currently competes at the Junior Level.
• Loves to work with skaters of all ages to help them improve and learn new skills!
• USF Graduate.
• Proud member of the Sunshine State Figure Skating Club, USFS, PSA and Learn to Skate USA.
• Coaches Rate: $66.00/hr

Coach

Lisa Healy

• Over 30 years of coaching experience for freestyle, MIF, synchro, off-ice training, dance teams and has coached skaters at multiple sectional competitions
• USFS Core Certified Coach in freestyle, dance, team, and groups
• Proud member of USFS, PSA, Sunshine State Figure Skating Club & Learn to Skate USA
• CER A-Level, ISI Gold Level Judge
• South Atlantic Regional competitor and medalist in both singles and ice dancing
• Trained with World and Olympic coaches such as Donald Laws, Carol Fox, Bill Fauver, and David & Rita Lowery
• Master’s Degree in Sports Coaching, B.A. in Psychology
• Florida teaching certificate for K-6, Gifted Education, and ESOL
• Coaches Rate: $100.00/hr

Coach

Serguei Kouznetsov

• Member of Russian National Team
• 1992 Men’s Cup of Russia Gold Medalist
• 1991 Men’s Russian Nationals Silver Medalist
• 5-year principal skater for Disney on Ice
• Almost 30 years of teaching experience and is a Senior US National Championship, International, Grand Prix, and Junior World’s Coach
• Specializes in teaching Power Hockey skating skills
• Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Education and Sports Psychology
• Proud member of USFS, PSA, and the Sunshine State Figure Skating Club
• Certified at CER A Level
• Available to teach all levels and ages
• Coaches Rate: $120.00/hr

Coach

Noelle Kouznetsova

• Former competitive gymnast and coached gymnastics for 14 years
• Teaching private lessons and basic skills since 1999
• Proud member of USFS, PSA, and the Sunshine State Figure Skating Club
• Certified at CER A Level
• Specializes in basic edges, jumping bio-mechanics, off-ice conditioning, and Adult Moves in the Field
• Available to teach all levels and ages but enjoys teaching adults who are new to figure skating
• Coaches Rate: $80.00/hr

Coach

Sandra Strong

• Double Gold Medalist with USFS
• Certified personal trainer with the National Academy of Sports Medicine
• Trained in New York with Olympic coaches Peter Burrows and Robin Wagner
• Won the North Atlantic Regionals and Empire State Winter Games
• Professional skater with Royal Caribbean International for over 8 years
• Completed 2 professional contracts as a pairs skater
• Also featured as a principal with Ice Theater of New York and for Dollywood and Busch Gardens
• Proud member of the Sunshine State Figure Skating Club
• Coaches Rate: $90.00/hr

Coach

Elizaveta Titova

• Over 7 years of coaching experience
• Skated in ice shows all over the world, after retiring as a competitive Russian skater
• Teaching all ages and levels and specializes in developing younger skaters
• Preparing skaters for tests and competitions
• Selecting and preparing the music for competitions
• Proud member of the Sunshine State Figure Skating Club
• Proud member of USFS, PSA, and Learn to Skate USA
• Coaches Rate: $90.00/hr

Coach

Stan Toderov

• Former Bulgarian international competitor at the World Junior Championships, European Championships, World Senior Championships, and 2006 Winter Olympic Games
• Over 10 years of coaching experience with national and international skaters from beginner to senior international competitive level
• Specializes in all levels of freestyle, pair skating, skating skills, and off-ice training
• Proud member of USFS, the Sunshine State Figure Skating Club, and PSA
• Certified CER A Level
• Coaches Rate: $90.00/hr

Coach

Edward E. Vancampen

• 3 Time Men’s Dutch National Champion
• European and World Competitor
• US Figure Skating Double Gold Medalist in Figures and Freestyle
• Performed in numerous Ice Show for over 10 years
• Member of USFS, LTS USA, PSA Certified CER-A level, and Safesport Certified
• 50 years of experience in the sport
• 30 years of coaching experience and teaches all levels and ages
• Moves in the Field, Jumps, Spins, Choreography, Learn to Skate, and Adults
• Coaches Rate: $94.00/hr

Edward has a passion for the sport and focuses on proper technique and positions. He instills patience, discipline, structure and many other valuable life lessons that you can use for the rest of your life. 

Coach

Heather Krizka

• 20+ years of skating experience and 10+ years of coaching experience 
• Two years of experience as a member of the NHL Chicago Blackhawks Ice Crew
• Trained as a competitive figure skater in Chicago under World and Olympic Gold Medalist, Oleg Vasiliev
• Passionate about sharing her love for the ice with skaters of all levels and ages, including those who are looking for a solid skating foundation before transitioning into hockey or advanced figure skating levels
• Member of USFS, PSA, and Learn to Skate USA
• Member of the Sunshine State Figure Skating Club
• Heather is a cum laude graduate from Capella University, receiving her Masters of Science in Psychology 
• In her free time she enjoys getting back on the ice for a fun freestyle session or public skate, curling, and watching her son play hockey
• Dream big!
• Coaches Rate: $86.00/hr

Coach

Veronika Khokhryakova

• 10+ years of skating experience
• Regional and Sectional Competitor
• US Figure Skating Gold Medalist in Moves in the Field
• Trained with Olympic and World level coaches at the World Arena Ice Hall, a US Olympic Training Site, in Colorado Springs, Colorado
• Proud member of the Sunshine State Figure Skating Club
• Proud member of US Figure Skating, PSA, and Learn to Skate USA
• Coaches Rate: $60.00/hr

Coach

Skye Armstrong

• 13+ years of Skating Experience, 4+ years of coaching experience

• Trained under Olympic and World level coaches

• Former Singles Skater and Regional competitor

• Former USF Competitive Team Member and Intercollegiate National Competitor at Novice Level

• Proud member of the Sunshine State Figure Skating Club, US Figure Skating, and Learn to Skate USA

• Graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of South Florida

• Shares love of skating by helping skaters of all ages and levels develop and learn new skills

• Specializes in skating skills for figure skating and beginner hockey, choreography, collegiate skating, beginner skaters, adult skaters, competitive skaters, and skaters looking to build a strong technical foundation to progress in the sport

• Coaches Rate: $60.00/hr

Coach

Sarah Daughtry

• Proud member of the Sunshine State Figure Skating Club
• Coaches Rate: $50.00/hr

Coach

Sabrina Wakat

Coaching since 2021; experience with ages 3-adult, beginner through advanced

Offers private lessons, off-ice training, and choreography

Dedicated to fostering a positive atmosphere that builds confidence, technique, and creativity

Dance major at USF on a pre-PT track; emphasizes artistry and strength in training

Proud member of USFS, Learn to Skate USA, and USF Figure Skating Club

Currently training to complete Gold Skating Skills

Coaches Rate: $60.00/hour

Coach

Ava Blumenbaum

Coaches Rate: $40.00/hr

Coach

Elle Werner

Coaches Rate: $60.00/hr

Coach

Natalia “Tasha” Zagorodnikova

Certified “Master of Sport” (Moscow, Russia)

Member of USA Figure Skating & PSA

Natalia Zagorodnikova is a native of Moscow, Russia, where she spent her youth skating and training in the rink of Moscow’s premier hockey club, CSKA. Seven years principal performer with the Russian Ice Theater, Russian Stars on Ice, and Disney on Ice. Thirty-Five years of coaching experience specializing in edge work, power skating, artistry & spins. All levels welcome.

Coach

Alexandra Boyd

10+ years of Figure skating experience 

Current Vice President of University of South Florida’s Figure Skating Club 

2x Intercollegiate Figure Skating National Competitor 

2x Sectional Competitor 

US Figure Skating Gold Medalist in Moves in the Field 

Sarah Fuller

Coaching since 2012, I bring extensive experience in figure skating, synchronized skating, ice dance, and hockey skating skills. I work with athletes of all ages and skill levels, from first-time skaters to nationally competitive figure skaters and AAA hockey players, tailoring my coaching to help each athlete achieve their individual goals.

I have over 10 years of experience coaching synchronized skating and competed with the Skyliners Senior Team at the highest levels of the sport. During the 2019–2020 season, I represented Team USA at three international competitions, earned the U.S. National silver medal, and was named to the U.S. World Team. I returned to the team for the 2022–2023 season, representing Team USA at two additional international competitions and earning the U.S. National bronze medal.

As an ice dancer since 2010, I specialize in ice dance instruction and have coached athletes to earning a spot at the National solo dance final. I competed at 11 U.S. National Solo Dance Championships and in three international solo dance competitions. I am the 2011 U.S. National Solo Dance Champion, the 2012 U.S. National Solo Dance pewter medalist, and a two-time international solo dance medalist.

I am also a four-time U.S. Figure Skating Gold Medalist, having earned Gold Medals in Skating Skills, Free Skate, Pattern Dance, and Solo Free Dance.

In addition to figure skating, I am passionate about developing hockey players through advanced skating skills instruction. I work with athletes ranging from beginners to AAA players from organizations across the country, focusing on multidirectional skating, explosive acceleration, edge control, transitional turns, and overall skating efficiency. My goal is to help every athlete become a more powerful, dynamic, and versatile skater by building strong technical foundations that translate directly to game performance.

Whether coaching competitive figure skaters, synchronized skating teams, or hockey players, I am dedicated to creating a positive, challenging, and supportive training environment that inspires athletes to reach their highest potential.

Coaching Rate: $100/hour

Alan Towers

Alan Towers is an accomplished figure skating coach and former international competitive ice dancer with over 35 years of coaching experience. A Junior World competitor, Alan proudly represented Great Britain in numerous international competitions from 1985 to 1990 with his wife Lisa, earning silver medals at the Ice Dance Championships of Great Britain, the Nebelhorn Trophy, and the 1990 World Professional Championships, and the bronze medal at the Skate Electric UK International. He is also a holder of the prestigious UK Gold Star Test in Ice Dance.

Following his competitive career, Alan performed professionally as an ice dancer and adagio pair skater with Holiday On Ice and other internationally acclaimed touring productions, performing for audiences around the world.

Since beginning his coaching career in 1990, Alan has trained skaters in the United Kingdom, Canada, and the United States. He was coached by renowned instructors Jimmy Young and Betty Callaway and brings a wealth of international experience to his students. Alan is accredited by U.S. Figure Skating (USFS) in Group Instruction, Singles, and Ice Dance and is a proud member of U.S. Figure Skating and the Sunshine State Figure Skating Club.

In 2008, Alan and his wife, Lisa, founded Dynamite Dance, serving as Owner/Directors and growing the organization to three locations across South Florida. Throughout his career, Alan has remained dedicated to helping skaters of all ages and abilities achieve their goals, combining elite competitive experience, professional performance, and decades of coaching expertise.

Coaching Rate: $90/hour

Lisa Bradby

Lisa Bradby is an accomplished figure skating coach and former international competitive ice dancer with over 35 years of coaching experience. Lisa proudly represented Great Britain in numerous international competitions from 1985 to 1990 with her husband Alan, earning silver medals at the Ice Dance Championships of Great Britain, the Nebelhorn Trophy, and the 1990 World Professional Championships, and the bronze medal at the Skate Electric UK International. She is also a holder of the prestigious UK Gold Star Test in Ice Dance.

Following her competitive career, Lisa performed professionally as an ice dancer and adagio pair skater with Holiday On Ice and other internationally acclaimed touring productions, performing for audiences around the world.

Since beginning her coaching career in 1990, Lisa has trained skaters in the United Kingdom, Canada, and the United States. She was coached by renowned instructors Jimmy Young and Betty Callaway and brings a wealth of international experience to her students. Lisa is accredited by U.S. Figure Skating (USFS) in Singles, and Ice Dance, and is a proud member of U.S. Figure Skating and the Sunshine State Figure Skating Club.

In 2008, Lisa and her husband Alan, founded Dynamite Dance, serving as Owner/Directors and growing the organization to three locations across South Florida. Throughout her career, Lisa has remained dedicated to helping skaters of all ages and abilities achieve their goals, combining elite competitive experience, professional performance, and decades of coaching expertise.

Coaching Rate: $90/hour

Nancy Mariani

With a distinguished career in the sport of figure skating, Nancy brings a lifetime of passion, knowledge, and excellence to every skater she teaches. 

She has coached all levels, from first-time Learn to Skate students to national level competitors, and has had the privilege of working alongside World and Olympic skaters throughout her career, helping each skater reached their full potential with confidence and enthusiasm.

A Canadian National competitor and Canadian Quadruple Medalist, in Freestyle, Figures, Dance, and Free Dance, along with her Senior Silver Pairs distinction. 

She also performed professionally in ice shows around the world for more than a decade and has extensive experience producing and directing holiday ice show productions, gaining invaluable experience both on and off the ice.

Beyond skating, Nancy has an extensive dance background and enjoys teaching ballet, tap, hip-hop, and creative movement, to children of all ages. Her dance expertise enhances her skating instruction by emphasizing artistry, musicality, balance, and strong fundamentals.

Nancy served for 20 years as the Director of Skating Development and Assistant General Manager at the Florida Panthers IceDen, where she helped build one of the nation’s premier skating programs while mentoring countless skaters, coaches, and future champions.

She is a proud member of the Sunshine Figure Skating Club, USFS and Learn to Skate USA. Nancy holds CER-A certification and has earned Professional Skaters Association (PSA) Master ratings in Group Instruction, Program Director, and Sports Science & Medicine, as well as a Senior Free Skating rating.

Nancy’s greatest passion is sharing the joy of skating. She believes every skater, regardless of age or ability, deserves to learn in a positive, encouraging, and fun environment. Her goal is to inspire confidence, build strong skills, and create a lifelong love of skating while ensuring every lesson is filled with smiles, accomplishment, and unforgettable memories.

Coaching rate: $100.00/hour

Margaryta Polishchuk

Margaryta teaches students across all ages and skating disciplines, including skating skills and power for hockey. She is dedicated to cultivating a passion for the sport in her skaters and helping them pursue their goals to become well-rounded athletes. 

She has been competing for over 15 years in freestyle, ice dance, and synchronized skating. She is a two time USFS gold medalist, and competes at the national and international level in solo ice dance.

She holds a Technical Specialist appointment from USFS in ice dance, and graduated with her BS from Northeastern University.

Coaching Rate: $100/hour