Coaches with an Edge

We have a number of coaches on our team, each bringing a unique perspective to our skating programs.

Head Instructors Sandy Dorfman (Powerskating), Roberta Gardeski (Basic Skating) and Sandy Weir-Steinbring (Learn-to-Skate) are NCCP (National Coaching Certificate Program) certified with more than 20 years of experience each. As well, they are certified in basic first aid.

Each program is structured such that coaches determine the needs of each child and place them at their level of ability. They are given instruction at that level and are encouraged to challenge themselves to attain higher skill levels.

Sandy Dorfman

Head Powerskating Instructor

• Sandy is one of the Top Powerskating instructors in Alberta and has over 30 years of experience.
• Sandy has worked with skaters starting at the initiation level of hockey all the way up to pro levels.
• Sandy has trained skaters in the NHL, the Pro-European Elite Leagues, European Division I & II, Major Junior (WHL), NCAA, Junior 'A' Tier II, ACAC, CIAU, and Ringette players from Novice to the Canadian National Team.

Roberta Gardeski

Head Instructor of our Basic Skating Skills Program & Coordinator of our Learn-to-Skate Program

• Roberta has over 35 years of instructional experience.
• She possesses excellent knowledge, expertise, and skill to pass on to all levels of skaters.
• Roberta has coached skaters who have participated on the Alberta Figure skating team, Canadian National Figure skating team, and European Figure Skating teams.