Coaches
Allison Ezzi
Coach
Allison Ezzi returns for her 12th year coaching figure skating at SRA. She is from Massachusetts and loves everything skating. She competed throughout her childhood including on a synchronized team at Michigan State University. Her coaching reflects her ice career as she teaches with love, precision and creativity. Thank you Allison for your talent and leading SRA in the art and joy of skating. We also welcome back Chris Hogan, Leisa Weatherford and Kelly Gregory.
Leisa Weatherford
Coach
We also welcome back the fabulous Leisa Weatherford. Leisa has been assisting with lessons and the Ice Revue for over 30 years. We welcome her kindness and dedication!
Kinga Bailty
Teen/Adult Coach
Our own Kinga Bailty will debut as our Teen/Adult coach this year. She has 14+ years of experience on SRA ice , 5 years competing on the local Sycro team, and has also skated in additional shows and competitions.
Ava Blasch
Coach
Ava Blasch is another returning coach, helping us for her 5th year. She skated at Southampton for 12 years.
Bella Smith
Coach
For her 13th season, Bella Smith is returning to the SRA rink. Her 5th year coaching, she is a warm and friendly presence on the ice. Bella also has experience skating competitively and in shows.
John Horton
Coach
John Horton first put skates on at age 2, skated on his very own backyard rink in Ontario, started playing organized hockey at age 5, joined a travel team at age 7 and has been playing as an adult from college through today.
John Chukayne
Coach
John Chukayne is originally from Ohio and has been in organized hockey for over 30 years now. John has played from a young age all the way through Junior hockey, he has coached various youth levels, High School and is currently coaching for the University of Richmond. John has a wealth of coaching experience and is excited to offer this to SRA.