Coaches

Chris Demarest

Dance, Freestyle, and Moves in the Field Coach
(216) 235-1798 | cdemarest42@gmail.com
Coaching since 1998

Chris has been involved in figure skating for more than 30 years. He has been teaching both private and group lessons for 24 years. Chris was a performer for Disney On Ice for 2 years, along with his wife, GraceAnn, who is also a professional figure skating instructor.  Chris has completed the Gold (Senior) Moves In The Field test, the Gold (Senior) Free Skate test, the Gold Dance test, and the Novice Free Dance test. Chris competed in the Regional and Sectional levels in the Senior Men’s division as well as Collegiate Nationals. He also competed at both Regionals and Sectionals as a competitive ice dancer. Chris is a full-time dad to sons Colin and Noah and daughter Natalie. Chris has a Bachelor of Arts from Kent State University and a minor in Athletic Coaching. He also earned his secondary education license from Notre Dame College.  Chris also serves on the board of directors for the Brooklyn Figure Skating Club and the Greater Cleveland Council of Figure Skating Clubs.

GraceAnn Demarest

Freestyle, Moves in the Field, and Choreography Coach
(216) 410-3853 | gsteck24@gmail.com
Coaching since 1997

GraceAnn has enjoyed working as a professional figure skating coach since 1997 and has been involved in figure skating for more than 40 years.

As a skater, she competed at the U.S. Figure Skating Regional Championships and achieved Gold medalist test status in both Moves in the Field and Free Skating. She recently accomplished her Solo Bronze Dance test.  GraceAnn skated professionally with Disney On Ice (2001-2003) performing in 14 countries. She also earned a BA in Psychology from Cleveland State University in 1999.

GraceAnn was a team leader at the 2017 USFS Components Camp. She is a board member of the Brooklyn Figure Skating Club and teaches at various rinks throughout the Cleveland area. GraceAnn coaches skaters of all ages from beginners through advanced tested and competitive skaters. She and her husband, Chris, both coach figure skating and have 2 sons and a daughter.

“As a skating coach it is my job to help a student learn proper technique, build upon self-confidence, develop their creativity, and set goals. Whether it is landing their first axel or learning how to glide on one foot across the ice, I love to see a skater accomplish what they have worked hard for.”
Email: gsteck24@gmail.com

Alexis Flinn

Freestyle and Moves in the Field Coach
alexisflinn24@gmail.com
Coaching since 2012

Alexis has been involved in skating since 2001 and has been teaching private lessons since 2012. She has accomplished her Novice Moves in the Field and Intermediate Free Skating tests. Alexis is a graduate of Padua Franciscan High School and the University of Akron. While at Padua, she was a member of the high school’s skating team. During her years on the team, they won the state championships in 2008 and 2010, and finished runner up in 2009, Alexis is now one of the coaches of the figure skating team at Padua.  “I grew up in the Brooklyn Figure Skating Club and it is great to be able to pass on what I have learned through the years. I enjoy working with the kids and teaching the sport that I love.”

Cheryl Genda

Freestyle and Moves in the Field Coach
Coaching since 1999

Cheryl has been involved in skating for over 30 years.  She has been teaching group lessons for 24 years, and private lessons for 18 years. She has accomplished her Intermediate moves in the field,  Juvenile freeskate, and Preliminary dance.  I enjoy coaching skating to both children and adults, and helping them accomplish their goals.  I feel that it is important to have fun and learn proper technique.  Skating is a positive activity and is a great way to stay in shape, maintain your overall health, and a great way to socialize.

Kelly Ribblett

Choreography, Freestyle, and Moves in the Field Coach
Kellyribblett@yahoo.com
Coaching since 2004

Kelly has been involved with skating since 1991. While skating competitively and testing, she achieved the Senior Moves in the Field and Senior Freestyle tests. Kelly has taught group lessons since 2003 and private lessons since 2004. She is willing to work with skaters on moves in the field, freestyle, and choreography. In addition to teaching skating, Kelly is a high school English teacher and a mother.

Eric Schroyer

Freestyle and Moves in the Field Coach
(216) 254-4416 | EricSchroyer@hotmail.com
Coaching since 1998

Eric is a U.S. National Medalist, an International Medalist, a 3-time U.S. National Team Member, a U.S. National Collegiate Champion, and a Regional and Sectional champion. He has also completed the Gold (Senior) Freeskate, Gold (Senior) Moves-in-the-Field, and the Bronze (Novice) Pair Tests. Eric has also executed all of the triple jumps.  “I enjoy passing on the love I have of skating to others. Skating is a very freeing feeling. There’s nothing like it in the world. It teaches individuals the value of hard work, determination, patience, focus, and dedication. These are all very important life lessons that will be key ingredients to success in life.”