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Our fully certified coaches are trained in the latest techniques of technical, theory and practical coaching under the National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP) organized by the Coaching Association of Canada. Our coaches are young adults that have achieved a high level of competition experience. Their passion for the sport of Freestyle Skiing has led them to a coaching and mentoring role for Jumps and Bumps entry-level skiers, recreational skiers and committed Freestyle athletes with an Olympic vision. For more information on the coaching qualifications link to http://www.coach.ca/eng/certification/nccp_for_coaches/index.cfm
| Tanya Callon
|  | Tanya had been involved in Freestyle skiing for over 15 years as an athlete, competitor and coach. She was on the BC Freestyle Ski Team for 2 years then qualified for the National Team. Tanya spent 3 years on the National Team competing around the world at World Cups, Europa Cups, North American Championships and National Championships. In 2001, Tanya had to retire from competitive sport due to a serious back injury, missing the opportunity to fulfill her dream of competing at the 2002 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City. She spent the next few years re-habilitating and studying massage therapy. To supplement her income while in school, Tanya started to coach Freestyle Skiing at Mt Washington on Vancouver Island. After 3 years as Head Coach of the Mt. Washington Freestyle Club, Tanya moved to Vancouver to continue her training as a High Performance Coach. Last year, she worked with the BC Freestyle Ski Team as an assistant coach as well as running an All- Female training program. Tanya is now a Level 3 High Performance Mogul coach and a Level 2 Development Air coach and has been coaching for over 7 years. |
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| Katerina Kubenk
|  | "Kat" represented Canada on the National Freestyle Ski Team for 10 years as a combined skier (moguls, aerials and acro-ballet). With over 20 World Cup medals, her accomplishments include 1994 Olympics both moguls and aerials, World Champion, World Cup Overall Champion and World Cup Combined Grand-Prix Champion. With a passion for freestyle skiing and a vast knowledge in sport development, she is eager to continue to give back to all levels of athletes. She believes that "success is not the result of spontaneous combustion. You must set yourself on fire." Reggie Leach |
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| Tom Mazur
|  | Tom was a member of the BC Freestyle Mogul Team until 2005. He competed at Canadian Series and NorAm competitions for 4 years with his highest achievement -- a Gold medal at the 2003 Junior World Championships! He attributes Freestyle Skiing to teaching him about hard work, commitment, and determination. He credits the sport with many valuable life experiences and great friendships. He is currently a UBC Engineering student and lifelong skier. Tom says "I enjoy coaching young athletes and sharing with them my invaluable experiences." |
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| Adam Stern
|  | Adam just completed his first full season with the Vancouver Freestyle Ski Club. Prior to joining VFSC, Adam coached for the National Capital Division Freestyle Club in Ottawa for four seasons. As a new comer to the west coast, Adam is smiling ear-to-ear with all of the big mountain and powder skiing he has been able to enjoy so far! |
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| Felicia Deo
|  | Felicia Deo is one of our first Vancouver Freestyle Club alumni. She trained with the club for over seven years and competed throughout the province. After receiving her Level I Freestyle Coaching certification - she has been coaching the J&B programs for the past three years. She is currently a student at Simon Fraser University and is currently in her third year working towards a kinesiology degree. Felicia says "It is such a great club, with a happy and positive learning atmosphere. All the members are great, and teaching the kids new things is so rewarding." |
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| Kevin Bowie
|  | Kevin comes the VFSC with years of experience and a love for the sport. Kevin was a Manitoba Freestyle Athlete from 1996 - 2000 and competed in two Junior National competitions and was an alternate for 1999 Canada Winter Games. He was also the Head Coach of Winnipeg Freestyle Team from 2000 - 2006 and Assistant Coach for the Manitoba Freestyle Team from 2003 - 2005. He has a Bachelor of Physical Education and moved to BC two years ago to work at Sport BC as a program coordinator for BC Wheelchair Sports. Kevin has his Level 1 NCCP Freestyle and Level 2 NCCP Theory. Coming from Manitoba he says "A big plus is being able to ski glades instead of a few icy speed bumps on the prairies." Kevin says "I guess you could say I love to coach because I feel it's the best way I can give back to a sport that gave me some of the best experiences of my life. Hopefully I can instill that kind of passion in the next generation." |
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