Katina Walton

My name is Katina Walton and this is my fourth season coaching with the Olds Figure Skating Club.  I have been skating since I was very young, but only started figure skating lessons at twelve.  Within a year I caught up to the rest and then started figure skating competitively.  I have my Gold Dance, Gold Skills and Jr. Silver Freeskate with ambitions of completing my Gold Freeskate before I’m 55.  For those of you out there wondering, let me tell you, it’s never too late.

I started coaching when I was in university and coached all the way through multiple degrees.  I am NCCP National Coach Trained in singles figure skating and NCCP Certified in power skating.  My specialty is instilling a growth mindset in each athlete and my goal for all the skaters is to have fun and experience the sport at all levels.  I love to skate and my hope is that I inspire a life-long love of skating in all my skaters too.  I’m honored and humbled to be a part of this strong and close-knit community of Olds and look forward to seeing you all at the rink!

   Courtney Pratt

Hello! My name is Courtney Pratt. I started out my skating career with the Olds Figure Skating Club when I was 3 years old. I skated with the Olds club for 14 years during which time I achieved Triple Gold status in Skating Skills, Dance and Artistic as well as Jr. Silver Freeskate. Over the last 13 years I have been actively competing in Synchronized Skating on an Adult 1 team out of Calgary with whom I have won many Regional titles and 2 National bronze medals. I have previously coached Canskate for Olds, but took a many year hiatus to receive my Bachelors of Nursing Degree and pursue a career in nursing. Currently, I have the opportunity to coach Canskate, CanPlus and Starskate programs. I am really looking forward to sharing my passion and knowledge of skating with my students. I am truly excited for the fun skating season ahead of us.

   Sarah Weston

Hi there! I'm Sarah Weston, and I'm ready to bring the energy and passion to your time on the ice! I've been a dedicated skater for 12 years, lacing up in Olds since I was 10. I am originally from Bowden, and still live there as of right now. Going into my grade 12 year of high school, then starting college in the upcoming fall. Having achieved my STAR 5 level, I know firsthand the dedication it takes—but I also know how much fun skating can be. With 2 years of coaching experience under my belt, my philosophy is all about building strong fundamentals in a welcoming, encouraging, and highly enjoyable environment for all ages. Whether you're a first-timer or ready to start mastering those spins and jumps, my goal is to help you feel confident, proud of your progress, and truly fall in love with the sport. 

   Kristyn Shuya

Hi, my name is Kristyn Shuya and am working towards obtaining my CanSkate Certification so this year you'll see me on the Ice PA'ing and Mentoring. I am a stay at home mom who is currently dedicating her time to homeschooling my children. Outside the rink and parenting I love being outdoors ,running, biking, anything artsy, and I work in the house design world. Returning to the ice after 25 years in retirement I’m proud to bring all my knowledge from my days as a competitive youth skater .  I was born and raised in Taber Alberta. The Taber Figure Skating Club was my home,  I had incredible coaches that gave me skills and knowledge I have always wanted to pass on! Now I’m proud to say Olds is where I get to share that! I have a 9 year old who plays for the Olds Grizzly Minor team, and a beautiful 11 year old who is just starting to get into figure skating.  I am so excited to help teach the next generation of children including mine.