My Why &
My Journey
From my own experience, I’ve seen how local sports clubs can uplift an entire community.
Skating clubs are more than places to practice—they’re vibrant, welcoming hubs where kids feel excited to lace up their skates and chase their dreams. There’s something special about watching young skaters work hard, grow in confidence, and feel that spark of pride when they reach a goal.
I’ve seen grassroots clubs win national contests, small‑town coaches earn provincial recognition, and skaters from tiny communities step onto national competitive stages and perform in professional ice shows touring the world. Those moments don’t happen by accident—they’re built on the dedication of volunteers, coaches, and families who create an environment where possibilities are within reach.
The foundation for every achievement in our sport was laid long ago by coaches, volunteer board members, and supportive parents who created humble yet inspiring beginnings filled with possibility. Their dedication built the environments where skaters could grow, dream, and discover what they were capable of.
Today, volunteer board members and coaches continue that legacy. They work tirelessly to nurture positive, inclusive spaces that leave a lasting impact—spaces that inspire the next generation of leaders to step forward and carry the torch even further.
This kind of enthusiasm for creating a meaningful environment may never make headlines on the world stage of skating, but its influence on each skater’s journey is profound and far‑reaching. It shapes confidence, resilience, and a lifelong love of the sport.
This is the heart of what Change of Edge values.
With the technology available today, there has never been a better moment to bring Change of Edge to life. Through my website, I can share my knowledge, experience, and spirit with the figure skating community—even when I’m not at the rink every day. Through virtual lessons and sport‑specific products, I can continue to inspire and guide skaters of all ages, collaborate with coaches, and support volunteer board members who work so hard to strengthen their clubs. I’ll simply be delivering that support in a new and more accessible way.
The Journey
For the 9-years I spent as amateur skater, I trained for seven years under Per (KjØlberg) Larsen — 7-x Norwegian Champion, 6-x Nordic Champion, European and World Competitor, and star of Holiday on Ice for 14 years—at the Coquitlam Figure Skating Club, where I was immersed in a competitive training environment, with other extraordinary coaches and skaters.
When I chose to pursue coaching, I intentionally started in small‑town clubs rather than returning to the established club where I had trained. It wasn’t the expected choice, but it allowed me to grow in ways I couldn’t have anticipated.
In some clubs I was the only coach, or one of two, and with new boards or limited support I often handled many things beyond on‑ice instruction. I built and organized programs, managed admin, taught all levels, planned seasons, produced ice shows, supported boards, and recruited and trained Program Assistants, along with the communication, marketing, and off‑ice training. It’s a familiar reality for many coaches in smaller centres, and those years gave me experience, perspective, and a deep working knowledge of how to design and deliver strong programs that keep skaters engaged and help small clubs stay vibrant.
Along the way, I was fortunate to learn from a few very experienced coaches, collaborate with a diverse group of colleagues, work alongside dedicated volunteer boards, and, of course, coach many children, helping them along their journey. All of these people contributed to my development and played a meaningful part in shaping the coach I’ve become.
Proudly Serving Figure Skating Clubs in Canada
Offering practical and innovative solutions for coaches and volunteer boards, Change of Edge is here to assist. Whether you need an outside perspective for solo feedback or overcoming the constraints of limited ice time for lessons, even help keeping skaters on track during practice sessions, this online, on-demand platform is dedicated to figure skating clubs. Change of Edge supports coaches, volunteers, skaters and their families by optimizing both their time and effort.
Consistently increasing participation in group programs between 56% – 116% by revamping group programs and creating bridge programs to ensure ease of transition to higher levels and member longevity. Increased PA recruitment up to 90% and reduced volunteer churn rate.
A financially stable club brings benefits to everyone involved. With solid finances, coaches have some freedom to introduce new ideas, invest in equipment or add to the ice schedule while board members can make thoughtful and sound decisions without the pressure of financial constraints.
In the business world, it’s common for companies to closely guard their trade secrets. However, I’m here to take a different approach.
My knowledge, experience and ideas are accessible for you to utilize through consultations or my blog that gives you easy actionable, practical ideas. Take advantage of Change of Edge to address your objectives and help your club thrive!
And because I have ice in my veins, Change of Edge offers figure skating enthusiasts the perfect art and apparel to express their passion for the sport. Whether you’re on the ice or off, we’ve got what you need to display your enthusiasm with wit and style.
• Coaching member of Skate Canada in good standings • NCCP National Coach Trained, Certified Provincial Coach • Aboriginal Sport • Powerskate Certified
Condensed Amateur Competitive Record: Pre-Novice & Novice Champ BC Section, Western Divisionals 5th (alternate to Canadians), 4th Pre-Novice Canada Winter Games
Gold Freeskate, Gold Skills, Jr. Competitive Freeskate test, 6th Figure, Jr Br Dances
Jo-Ann Nadalin Change of Edge
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