Email: kirstie.baltus@gmail.com
Text/Phone: 226-808-2448
Coaching Philosophy: I strive to create a positive and safe environment for skaters of all ages, to learn from their mistakes and celebrate their successes. I believe in the importance of promoting a healthy lifestyle, self-confidence, respect, sportsmanship, and dedication through every athlete’s unique skating journey. My goal is to encourage and guide skaters to reach their full potential in skating and in life.
NCCP Coaching Certifications:
- CanSkate Certified
- Regional Certified
- Pursuing Provincial Certification
Number Of Years Coaching: 8
Accomplishments:
- Skate Canada GOLD tests in Skills, Freeskate and Dance
- 2015 Skate Ontario Provincial Championships silver medalist with my partner in Senior Bronze Ice Dance
- Competed in Senior Women freeskate category from 2017-2022
- Trained under the direction of World and Olympic Coaches
Outside of Coaching/Skating: I work as an Accounts Receivable Coordinator for a mechanical contracting company. In my free time I enjoy hiking, geocaching, and spending time with my husband & Siamese cats, Gus & Babby!
Rate: $9.50/15-minute lesson