Geneviève Coulombe

To me, teamwork is about connection, respect, and shared purpose. In skating—even though it’s often seen as an individual sport—success comes from the collective effort of the coaching team, training partners, and families all working toward a common goal. Teamwork means supporting each other through challenges and celebrating each other’s progress. It builds trust, humility, and belonging—qualities that help athletes thrive not only in sport but in life.

Success is not defined only by medals or rankings, but by growth, perseverance, and personal excellence. I want my athletes to feel proud of their discipline, work ethic, and ability to overcome challenges. Off the ice, success means developing confidence, kindness, and integrity—qualities that will serve them far beyond their athletic careers. My greatest reward as a coach is seeing athletes carry these values into adulthood and into everything they do.

Students can expect an environment that is supportive, structured, and inspiring. Every session is built around discipline, technical mastery, and individualized attention, balanced with positivity and encouragement. I believe in challenging athletes to step outside their comfort zone while helping them feel valued, seen, and capable. My goal is that every skater leaves practice feeling both accomplished and motivated to keep growing.

Competition in my program is viewed as both a goal and a learning opportunity. Athletes participate in local, regional, and national-level events based on their readiness and personal development plan. We prepare with intention—focusing not only on performance results but on the process, mindset, and sportsmanship that competition teaches. Every event becomes a chance to grow stronger, wiser, and more resilient.

The athlete pathway in figure skating begins with building a strong foundation in basic skills, edge quality, and coordination, before progressing into more advanced jumps, spins, and artistry. As skaters advance through U.S. Figure Skating’s test structure, they move toward competition readiness and high-performance development. My role is to guide each athlete at their own pace—whether their goal is to pass Gold Tests, compete nationally, or continue their athletic journey into collegiate or professional skating. Every step is about steady progress, balance, and self-belief.