Trainers

All of our trainers are certified in their relative area of expertise, whether that means BARRE, Group Fitness, Ballroom, Yoga, Pilates, Stretch, and Strength. We understand that no two bodies are alike and will work with you to achieve your fitness goals at the right pace.

Kristen
Fraser

Specializations
Sports Conditioning
Barre Certified
Flexibility
Spins
Mental Performance

As a two-time Olympian, Kristen knows first hand what it takes to be in tip top shape. Training US National Competitors, and International and Olympic athletes has made her a expert in cardio preparation and will push you to your limits. Wether you choose to Burn with her in the morning, or Jump with her in the afternoon, or Stretch with her in the evening, you are sure to reach your fitness, sport, and mental training goals.

Igor 
Lukanin 

Specializations
HIIT Training
Ballet Sports
Conditioning
Off-ice Skating Technique 

Igor’s extensive background in Russian figure skating and ballet coupled with his experience as a two-time Olympian and ACE certified fitness instructor makes his classes a sure-fire place to heat up your training. Igor’s unparalleled understanding of the ice and skating technique make his off-ice classes the perfect place to keep you on edge. Therefore, however you choose to train with Igor you are sure to take your abilities to the next level.

Tatiana
Druchinina

Specializations
Choreography
Expression
Musicality

Tatiana Rudolfovna Druchinina, born on April 18, 1969, in Omsk, Russian SFSR, Soviet Union, is a distinguished former rhythmic gymnast who represented the Soviet Union. Known for her outstanding achievements and contributions to the world of rhythmic gymnastics, Druchinina has left an indelible mark on the sport.

Tatiana Druchinina's journey from rhythmic gymnastics champion to accomplished figure skating coach reflects not only her athletic prowess but also her enduring dedication to the development of young talent in the world of sports.

Alexei
Beletsky

Specializations
Ice Dance
Jump Technique

Alexei Beletski, an Israeli former competitive ice dancer, had a successful career alongside his partner Natalia Gudina. They competed for Ukraine before switching to represent Israel. They achieved notable placements, including 14th at the World Championships and 9th at the European Championships. They also participated in the 2002 Winter Olympics, finishing 19th. In addition to their international success, they dominated the Israeli national ice dancing scene, winning the silver medal from 2000 to 2005. Although Beletski has retired from competition, he continues to share his knowledge and contribute to the sport's development.

Viktoriya
Ryabchikova

Specializations
Stretching technique
Flexibility
Injury Prevention

Viktoriya Ryabchikova was born in Odessa, Ukraine. Her stretching technique is inspired by rhythmic gymnastics, this technique helps figure skater improve there flexibility and strength…

Nina
Yoshida 

Specializations
Beginning - Advanced Ballet
Yoga

Nina Yoshida was born in New York City and trained at the Gelsey Kirkland Academy of Classical Ballet. Upon graduation, she joined the Gelsey Kirkland Ballet Studio Company. Currently, Nina is with the American Repertory Ballet in New Brunswick, NJ. Her repertoire includes Marie/Sugarplum and Dewdrop in The Nutcracker, Lead Bacchanal in Walpurgisnacht, Maria in Cavalry Halt, and Eternal Spring Pas de Deux from Yakobson’s Rodin. Nina has also recently become certified as an RYT200 yoga instructor. 

Line
Haddad

Specializations
Choreography
Expression
Musicality
Yoga

Line Haddad is a World and Olympic pair skater. She is a well known international choreographer and a former performer for the Ice theatre of Ny company and Ice Dance International.

Nikolai
Morozov 

Specializations
Choreography
Expression
Musicality

Nikolai Morozov is a Russian former competitive ice dancer, famed coach and choreographer. He represented Russia, Belarus and Azerbaijan in competition, competing in the 1998 Winter Olympics…

Sarah
France 

Specializations
Spirals
Lunges
Hydroblades

Sarah is a five-time US Open Professional Figure Skating Championships competitor, US Figure Skating triple gold medalist, and national ice dance competitor. Sarah debuted with the Ice Theatre of New York…

Zabato
Bebe

Specializations
Choreography
World Dance
Exercise
Great Vibes!

When Zabato was a little boy, performers on stage, who were capable of mesmerizing the audience with their tricks, their looks and their ability to tell a story, fascinated him…

Adam
Blake

Specializations
Choreography
Music
Dance

Adam Blake has been choreographing since he was a young boy and has an extensive background in Hip-Hop dance, lyrical, contemporary, modern, and tap. This class will explore…

Slava
Rozanski 

Specializations
Balance
Sports Conditioning
Isometric Contraction 

With over 30 years' experience coaching figure skaters to National through Olympic competition, as well as the 1998 Olympic Games in Nagano, Japan, the 1997-19988 World Championships. Slava truly has a passion for evolving off-ice figure skating training and by applying his experience and knowledge to the many currently available exercises, Slava is able to lead you to develop lean muscle, using sports specific exercises which will truly help you gain that Balancing Edge.

Viktor
Petrenko

Specializations
Jump Preparation
J- technique
Rotation

Viktor Petrenko is the 1988 Olympic Bronze medalist making him one of the youngest male figure skaters to win an Olympic medal and is the 1992 Olympic Champion for the Unified Team…

Laura
Scheu

Specializations
Yoga
Relaxation
Foam Rolling

Laura "La" Scheu, a former competitive figure skater, is an experienced yoga teacher and wellness professional. She is a RYT 300-hour certified yoga teacher and received her yoga training at Yoga Vida in Manhattan…

Sean
Marshinski

Specializations
J-Technique
Jump Preparation
Rotation

Sean Marshinski trained and coached alongside Olympic coach Oleg Epstein as an assistant to Oleg’s Future Champions program.
Sean also trained under renown jump technicican.

Eva
Janiszewski

Specializations
Ballet
Barre Work
Posture
Fluidity

Eva Janiszewski graduated from the Gelsey Kirkland Academy of Classical Ballet and went on to perform in the Gelsey Kirkland Ballet Company as a demi soloist ballet dancer and principal character…

Surya
Bonaly

Specializations
J-Technique
Jump Preparation
Rotation

Surya Bonaly is a former figure skater from France. She is a three-time World Championship silver medalist (1993-1995), a five-time European champion (1991-1995), a 1991 World Junior Champion and a nine-time French champion (1989-1997)…

Timothy
Goebel

Specializations
J-Technique
Jump Preparation
Rotation

Timothy Goebel is an American former competitive figure skater. He is the 2002 Olympic bronze medalist. He was the first person to land a quadruple salchow jump in competition and the first person to land three quadruple jumps…

Christian
Valvano

Specializations
Sports Conditioning
Hockey
Stick Handling
Game Strategization

As a college hockey player, ACHA Division 2 level coach and Certified Functional Strength Coach, coach Christian Valvano knows how to train hockey players.He’s committed to the philosophy that an athlete’s on-ice…

Stephanie
Roth

Specializations
Strength and HIIT training
Fitness

Stephanie is a 7 time National competitor and former Team USA member as well as a 3 time Adult National medalist ANs the first adult female to land a triple jump at Nationals in 2019. She’s also been a soloist for Willy Bietak Productions and Rosstyn Ice Shows. Aside from coaching on ice for 21 years she holds…

Nathan
Murstein

Specializations
Latin Ballroom Dance
Smooth Ballroom Dance
Arm Styling
Expression

Nathan began ballroom dancing in 2009. He quickly became the Regional and US National champion in the Pre-teen and Junior division. In 2010 and 2011 he placed in the semi-final at the prestigious Blackpool Dance Festival.

Alise
Dombrovsky

Specializations
Latin Ballroom Dance
Smooth Ballroom Dance
Arm Styling
Expression 

Alise has competed extensively in Latin Ballroom dance in Canada, and her list of achievements includes: Canadian U21 champion; Canadian 16+ medalist; Quebec U21 and youth champion; Blackpool, England Championship…

Roman
Serov

Specializations
J-Technique
Jump Preparation
Rotation

Roman Serov, born December 16, 1976, in Moscow, is a figure skater and coach who has represented Russia and Israel in international competitions. He achieved significant success on the Grand Prix circuit and as an Israeli national champion. Initially competing for Russia, he won medals at the Cup of Russia, Finlandia Trophy, and the 2001 Winter Universiade. After marrying an Israeli, he switched to representing Israel in 2003, competing in the European and World Championships but missing the 2006 Olympics due to citizenship issues. Post-retirement, he became a coach, working with skaters like Elene Gedevanishvili and is currently based in Hackensack, New Jersey. Serov's notable skating programs include "The Truman Show" and "World of Technology" (Techno mix). His competitive results feature top finishes at the World and European Championships and various Grand Prix events.

Anna
Demidova 

Specializations
Latin Ballroom Dance
Smooth Ballroom Dance
Arm Styling
Expression 

As a British Open Champion, US Youth Champion, World Championships competitor and famed Mirrorball Trophy winning DWTS Champion, Anya Demidova has made her mark as a professional dancer and model. In Anya’s Latin Dance Party, she will take you through various styles of ballroom dance often including arm styling, expression and a Latin groove leaving you wanting to get down and party!

Robin
Szolkowy

Specializations
J-Technique
Jump Preparation
Rotation

Robin Szolkowy retired from competitive skating in 2014 and shortly thereafter began a coaching career. He worked with Russian pairs team Tarasova and Morozov, who are two time bronze medalists at Europeans,…

Elena
Russo

Specializations
Latin Ballroom Dance
Smooth Ballroom Dance

She is trained in American Rhythm, American Smooth, and International Latin. She continued her training at Montclair State University, earning her BFA in Dance Performance. At Montclair, Elena studied ballet and modern dance, taking frequent trips into NYC…

Jess
Leprotto 

Specializations
Latin Ballroom Dance
Smooth Ballroom Dance
Expression 

Jess has been singing and dancing since the age of five. He has done voice-overs for Verizon, Chex cereal and nationally for Pound Puppies. Jess has appeared on the Maury Povich Show, performed with comedian Jimmy Fallon for MTv's Video Music Awards.

Chiquita
Limer-Richards

Specializations
Choreography
Expression
Musicality

Chiquita Limer-Richards (Kiki) is an Indonesian figure skating choreographer with 20 years of experience in skating and dance. She received a world record from Indonesian World Records Museum (MURI) for creating an ice show production called “INDONESIA-KU”…

Ian
Catindig

Specializations
Latin Fushion
Street Dance
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As a professional entertainer, Ian’s vast experience includes performing in music videos for Usher and Lil' Kim. He has toured nationally with Sesame Street Live as “Bert” and was featured in international TV commercials and campaigns for Christina Aguilera,…

Robert
Taylor Jr.

Specializations
Latin Fushion
Street Dance
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Robert Taylor Jr. is an American entertainer whose goal is to inspire and spread love and peace to people of all ages through music and dance. Robert was born in Brooklyn and raised in Coney Island and developed a love for music and dance as a young…

Serge
Onik

Specializations
Latin Fushion
Street Dance

Serge Onik was born in Ukraine, moving to the United Stated at the age of 3. Training in all styles of Ballroom, he quickly made a name for himself as a National Champion and for capturing 8th Place at the World Games in Taiwan in 2009.  Serge is known for staring in Dancing with the Stars, So you Think You Can Dance and featured with Jennifer Lopez, Andy Grammar, and in numerous TV programs. 

Liz
Yoshiko Schmidt

Specializations
Balance
Sports Conditioning
Isometric Contraction 

ELIZABETH (LIZ) YOSHIKO SCHMIDT, has been skating with ITNY since 2017. Luscious edges, artistic dynamic movement, and traditional ice dancing inform her skating and professional career which began in 2013 at the age of 18, performing internationally in Germany and across the US. A Japanese/German American skater who hails from Chicago, IL, she recently moved from San Francisco, CA to New York City. A U.S. Figure Skating Double Gold medalist in Freestyle and Moves in the Field, and a Silver medalist in Ice Dancing, Liz received her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Painting from the San Francisco Art Institute in 2018, and has exhibited her work across the Bay Area.

Mauro
Bruni

Specializations
Choreography
Expression
Musicality

MAURO BRUNI, MBA, BFA. A leader in the professional figure skating community, Mauro is a longtime ice performer, coach, choreographer, and show director. He has taught students in the USA, Mexico, Britain, Sweden, the Netherlands, Germany, France, and Austria. Credits include: Ice Theatre of London creator and co-founder. House of Mauro creator and founder. Navesink Country Club Artistic Director. Lead performer in numerous ice skating productions globally: most notably, Holiday on Ice star performer between 2007-2018. Show director and choreographer for productions in Europe, North America, and international waters.

Kyle
Stevenson

Specializations
Choreography
Lyrical dance
Contemporary dance

Kyle Stevenson was born and raised in Cincinnati Ohio and began dancing at age 6. Some of his credits include: Rasta Thomas Bad boys of dance, Cincinnati Ballet, International Ballet Festival of Miami, Royal Caribbean Cruise lines ,Celebrity Cruise lines, Seaworld Orlando, The Walt Disney Company, Don Arden's Jubilee, and Frank Marino's Divas Las Vegas. Kyle has been a proud faculty member at “Dance town miami” and many studios across the United States.  Kyle is also a proud member of Actors Equity Association (AEA), he has also been seen on tv and film dancing for such stars as Sofia Carson and Chad michael Murry . Besides his career as a dancer kyle is also a licensed phlebotomist.

Anna
Zadorozhnyuk

Specializations
On ice
Choreography

Two-time Ukrainian national champions (2008 – 2009)
Three-time Ukrainian nationals medalists (2005 – 2007)
Olympic participant
Worlds participant
Worlds junior participant
European participant

Anna Nikolayevna Zadorozhnyuk, also known as Hanna Mykolaivna Zadorozhnyuk, is a retired Ukrainian ice dancer. She achieved success as a figure skater, particularly in ice dance. Zadorozhnyuk partnered with different skaters throughout her career, including Alexander Veselovsky, Alexander Kudryavtsev, and Sergei Verbillo.

Matt
Wiercinski

Specializations
Jazz
Broadway

Discover the inspiring journey of Matt Wiercinski, a versatile performer from Totowa, NJ. Trained at For Dancers Only and Broadway Dance Center’s Professional Semester Program, Matt has excelled on Broadway, international tours, TV, and film. Notable credits include "Anastasia," "West Side Story," "Newsies," and appearances on Nickelodeon's "Henry Danger" and Amazon Prime's "Mozart in the Jungle." As a dedicated mentor, Matt prepares aspiring artists for success in the performing arts. Explore his dynamic career and commitment to dance excellence.

Angela
Cusumano Perez

Specializations
Street Jazz
Hip-Hop

Discover the inspiring journey of Angela Cusumano Perez, a renowned dancer, choreographer, and educator based in New Jersey. With a career spanning theater productions like "In the Heights" and "West Side Story," professional tours, film and TV appearances, and award-winning choreography, Angela's expertise shines through her dynamic dance classes. Specializing in hip hop, street jazz, musical theater, jazz funk, and Latin fusion, Angela creates a fun and fulfilling experience for her students. Learn more about her accomplishments and passion for dance.