Ice Skating Academy
Our Skating Academy Coaches
Discover the world of figure skating with our expert coaches at the Ice Skating Academy, nestled within the S&T Bank Arena. From beginner basics to advanced techniques, our team specializes in nurturing talent at every level. Join us for a journey of grace and skill, led by our dedicated instructors.
Meet Our Skating Academy Coaching Staff
Stephanie Vitalbo has dedicated over 29 years to the ice, with a vibrant journey that includes performing with Disney On Ice for 4 years and coaching for 16 years. Currently, in her 8th year as Skating Director for White Township Recreation/S&T Bank Arena, she uses her extensive experience and love for skating to inspire and guide skaters of all levels.
- Certifications:
- ISI Gold, Silver and Bronze Instructor
- Certified Skating Director Part 1
- Core/Intermediate & Intermediate/High Level National Instructor
- USFS Gold Medalist:
- Freestyle, Moves in the Field, Ice Dance
- Instructor For:
- Learn To Skate, Figure Skating 101, Figure Skating 201, Jump & Spin, Competitive & Recreational Skaters
- Head Coach:
- Indiana, PA (IPA) Skate Team
- IUP Collegiate Skating Team
Gabriella has been skating for 8 years. She has assisted us with our Learn to Skate program for 6 years and has been coaching private lessons for 3 years. She is currently in her Junior year at the Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP) where she is majoring in Nursing and minoring Exercise Science.
- Certifications:
- ISI Bronze Instructor
- Instructor For:
- Learn to Skate, Figure Skating 101, Figure Skating 201, Competitive & Recreational Skaters
- President of the IUP Figure Skating Team
Zoe has been figure skating for 11 years. She volunteered with our youth programs before becoming a coach and is entering her second year as a coach. She is beginning her freshman year at the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown, where she plans to major in Mechanical Engineering.
- Certifications:
- Coming Soon!
- Instructor For:
- Learn to Skate, Figure Skating 101, Figure Skating 201, Competitive & Recreational Skaters
Jordyn has been skating for 18 years and competed for 9 of those years, during which she passed her U.S. Figure Skating Juvenile Moves in the Field test. She was a member of the IUP Figure Skating Team and recently assisted with the Cupid Classic competition. Jordyn is currently a senior at the Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP), where she is majoring in Media Production and minoring in Political Science.
- Instructor For:
- Competitive & Recreational Skaters
- Assistant Coach:
- IUP Figure Skating Team
Hailey has been skating for 11 years and began her involvement with our youth ice programs as a volunteer before transitioning into a coaching role. She is entering her 7th season at the arena and her second year as a private lesson instructor. A recent graduate of Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP), Hailey is currently pursuing a career in the psychology field.
- Certifications:
- Coming Soon!
- Instructor For:
- Learn to Skate, Figure Skating 101, Figure Skating 201, Competitive & Recreational Skaters
Kierstin has been skating for four years and is currently in her first year coaching and assisting with our youth programs. She is a sophomore at Indiana University of Pennsylvania, where she is majoring in Natural Science with a concentration in Pre-Dentistry.
- Instructor For:
- Learn to Skate, Figure Skating 101, Competitive & Recreational Skaters
- Member of:
- IUP Figure Skating Team
Ashton has been skating for 5 years and has spent the past 2 years assisting with our youth programs. She is entering her first season as a private lesson instructor. Ashton is currently a sophomore at Indiana High School.
- Instructor For:
- Learn to Skate, Figure Skating 101, Competitive & Recreational Skaters
- John German
- Dom Glavach
- Trenton Wagner
- IPA Skate Team Members
- KHA Coaching Staff
- Members of the IHS Hockey Team
- IUP Division 1 & 3 Men's Ice Hockey Teams