My name is Taylor M Johnson and I am a native of Fergus Falls, MN.  I attended Fergus Falls, MN Community College and graduated with a BA in Elementary Education and Early Childhood Development form North Dakota State University.

I grew up on figure skates as I started skating at the age of 4 and have never stopped skating.  My life has been focused on figure skating and making a career out of it.

Some of my greatest accomplishments as a figure skater have been touring with the Nutcracker on Ice Processional Show Tour.  I was also the Guest Skater for the Christmas Show that was sponsored by the Mexican Government in Guadalajara, MX.  During my skating career, I was also the guest skater for several Club Annual Shows including Alexandria, MN, Detroit Lakes, MN, and Wahpeton, ND.

Currently I am tested as a Pre-Gold Movies in the Field, Pre-Gold Freeskate, Pre-Sliver Dance, and 1^st Figure Figures.  I continue to test in Dance.

I have several coaching certifications including Learn to Skate USA Certified Coach and a PSA Registered Group Lesson Instructor, and I am Master Rated in Sports Science & Medicine through PSA.  I am also a member of USFS, Professional Skaters Association, and Hockey USA.

I serve as the Learn to Skate Director with the Watertown Figure Skate Club where I also am the Director of the Annual Expo Show and Power and Synchro Coach.  I also assist with WFSC’s Basic Skills Competition.  As an instructor, I work one-on-one in a private setting with skaters specializing in moves in the field, freeskate, solo free dance, power, and overall enhancement of skills. I have coached multiple skaters through the Gold level in the MIF and solo free dance disciplines.  I have been camp Director in Watertown, Yankton, and Brookings Figure Skate Club.  Prior to WFSC, I was the Assistant Head Coach, Private Coach, and Ice Show Director for the West Fargo, ND Park and Rec Figure Skate Program.  I’ve also coached at Fargo/Moorhead Park and Rec Skate Program, Program Director at Wahpeton, ND Figure Skate Club and Detroit Lakes, MN Skate Club.  I began my career at the Fergus Falls, MN Figure Skate Club as a Learn to Skate and Synchro Coach as well as their Ice Show Coordinator.

To further my coaching education, I have attended several educational workshops and seminars including attending the PSA Conference and Tradeshow in 2018.

My husband, Chad and I have three children and reside in Watertown.  Our daughter Madison is a figure skater, cheerleader, and gymnasts. Our sons Rob and Lucas both play hockey for the Mite traveling team for WHA.

Hi!  My name is Shawnna Singrey and I have been coaching for the WFSC for the past decade!  I was a substitute instructor for WFSC during the 2014-2015 season and have been a regular coach ever since.  I enjoy working with the skaters very much and love being a part of their skating journey!  When I’m not at the rink I can be found at my full time job at Target.

I have completed my US Figure Skating Coach’s Core Certification and I’m a member of US Figure Skating Coach I.C.E. (Inspiring Coaching Excellence), enabling me to continue growing as a coach through continuing education.  My previous coaching experience includes being a volunteer instructor for WFSC when I was a teenager “way back when”.  I also was a skating instructor for the Brookings Park & Rec for 1 season, followed by 3 years for the Huron Park & Rec where I also co-directed (1 yr.) and directed (2 yrs.) their ice show.

I got my start to skating on roller skates at age 2, and ice skating at age 6.  I have been skating ever since!  I grew up skating in Watertown at the old ice arena and was there when the WFSC was first formed.  I have so many good memories of performing in the Lion’s Ice Show through the years as a kid!  Training opportunities in South Dakota were very limited back then, so I traveled to Jamestown, ND for several years for lessons.  It was in Jamestown that I first had the opportunity to learn Pattern Ice Dancing, for which I have developed a passion for teaching and introducing WFSC skaters to the joy of ice dance.

My skating accomplishments include passing my Bronze (formerly Juvenile) Freeskate, Pre-Silver (formerly Intermediate) MITF/Skating Skills, Pre-Silver Dance (standard track), Silver Tango (standard track), Silver Dance (adult track), and 2 Pre-Gold dances (adult track).  I still continue to skate and practice as much as I can, working towards future tests.  I love skating, so I continue to skate.  If skating brings you joy, I encourage skaters to skate no matter their age!

Hi!  I’m Abigail Reeves.  I have been skating for 15 years and a member of WFSC for 10 years.  I am a USFS Quadruple Gold medalist.   I have passed my Senior (Gold) Skating Skills Test (previously Moves in the Field), Senior (Gold) Solo Free Dance, Gold Partnered Patterned Dances and Gold Solo Pattern Dance.  I have also passed my International Samba Dance and am a Bronze Singles (Juvenile Freeskate) skater.

I began coaching Learn to Skate, Learn to Skate Hockey and Learn to Skate Dance for WFSC in the 2022-23 Season.   I have completed the USFSA Coach Core Certification and Coach I.C.E. so that I may attend USFS Sanctioned Test Sessions and Competitions with my skaters.  I have also completed the Learn To Skate USA coach certification course.  Before coaching, I was an apprentice for WFSC for Learn to Skate, Learn to Skate Hockey and Learn to Skate Dance for 5 years.  I also substitute coached during the 2021-22 season for Learn to Skate Dance.

I enjoy attending camps such as the Road to Gold Training camp and our own WFSC camps.  I have been fortunate to have been selected as Apprentice of the Year twice and received the Most Improved Skater award in 2020.  I was privileged to be selected as the Advance Team Skater of the Year for the 2023-24 WFSC season.   I also enjoy attending figure skating competitions.

I attend Watertown High School.   I have been dancing with Living Arts Dance Studio for the past 13 years.  I take classes in ballet, pointe, tap, jazz, musical theater and Irish dance.   I love creating floral arrangements and assisting customers at my job at The Flower Station.   I also volunteer at the Bramble Park Zoo as a member of the Zoo Crew.   I enjoy watercolor painting, my pet Gecko (Hermie), running and hanging out with my family and friends.   I look forward to sharing my love of skating with my students and watching them reach their goals.

My name is Elin Gossen.  I go to Watertown High School.  I have been skating over 8 years now and I love it. During my skating career I have passed my intermediate moves, pre-silver dances, and Preliminary freeskate. I have 2 years apprentice experience and last season was my first season as a WFSC coach I am looking forward to working with kids and showing them how much fun skating can be again this season.

I have been involved in dancing for the past 13 years at the Living Art Dance studio. During those 13 years I have learned different styles of dance including jazz, ballet, tap, musical theater, and Irish. I am also a member of the tennis and golf team.

In my free time I am always dancing and trying to figure out what to put in my next routine.

My name is Londa Florey, and I am a 2nd grader teacher here in Watertown as well as a health & wellness educator. I started skating at 9 years old with the Mora Figure Skating Club in Mora, MN. I live here in Watertown with my husband John, and our two children. We are also a licensed foster family.

I graduated from South Dakota State University in 2013 with a degree in Early Childhood Education. During my time at SDSU I coached for the Brookings Figure Skating Club for two years, coaching both group and private lessons. I have had many experiences working with children in different areas – public & private education, figure skating, piano lessons, church, homeschool coop, & nannying to name a few. I love watching them work hard to learn something new and seeing their excitement when it starts to “click”.

My daughter started lessons with LTS last spring and has joined Club this year! I am so excited for her to get some more ice time & continue to grow in her skills. I’m also excited to be back on the ice a bit more, as it brings me so much joy.  In my spare time I love to travel, be outside in the sunshine, and relax with my family.

My name is Rachel Scheidt, and I have been skating with the Watertown Figure Skate Club since I was six years old.  In 2022, I graduated from Watertown High School. Before graduating I enjoyed competing in competitions and performing in the Ice show every year. My greatest accomplishment in skating was passing my Senior Solo Free Dance, and acquiring my gold medalist jacket, in 2021. The best part about coaching for me is witnessing students build self-assurance with every session. I love teaching others about the sport and help grow their passion for it!

My name is Courtney Heath, and I’m a native of Sisseton, South Dakota. I earned my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Mount Marty University in Yankton, SD, and am currently completing my Ed.S. in School Psychology at the University of South Dakota. As part of my program, I’m currently interning at the Northeast Education Service Cooperative in Hayti, SD, where I serve the Clark and Waverly school districts.

I’ve been involved in figure skating for 17 years and have been a member of the Watertown Figure Skating Club (WFSC) for the past 10 years. Over the years, I’ve passed several U.S. Figure Skating tests, including Pre-Silver Skating Skills, Bronze Singles, Pre-Bronze Solo Free Dance, and Pre-Silver Partnered Pattern Dance. I continue to skate recreationally and actively test in Skating Skills, Solo Free Dance, and Partnered Pattern Dance.

This year marks my ninth year as a coach, teaching both group and individual lessons. I’ve coached at several rinks across South Dakota, including Watertown Figure Skating Club (2014–2019), Yankton Ice Association (2020–2023), Sioux Falls Figure Skating Club (2023–present), and Mitchell Figure Skating Club (2023–present).

My coaching certifications include:

• S. Figure Skating Coach Core Certification
• Coach I.C.E.
• PSA Foundations of Coaching Certification
• Learn to Skate USA Certified Coach
• CSD Degree from ISI University

As an instructor, I specialize in Skating Skills (Moves in the Field), Free Skate, Ice Dance, and overall skating technique. I’ve worked with skaters of all levels—from Snowplow Sam beginners to those testing at the Pre-Gold (Junior) level in Skating Skills. I’m passionate about continuing my coaching education and have participated in several professional development opportunities, including the ISI Coach Connection Seminar and the PSA Foundations of Coaching Course.

I look forward to being apart of the WFSC family once again!

Mallory Kohl is 21 years old and has been skating since the age of 9. Throughout her years on the ice, she has advanced through the levels and successfully tested through Juvenile Moves in the Field. Skating has been an important part of her life, giving her both challenge and joy, and she continues to share her love for the sport with others.

In addition to skating, Mallory earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from South Dakota State University. She is currently furthering her education as a graduate student at Grand Canyon University, where she is working toward a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.

Savannah is a junior at Watertown High School and has been a dedicated member of the Watertown Figure Skate Club for the past 11 years. She has successfully tested through her Bronze Skating Skills and Bronze Free Skate levels, and continues to grow both technically and artistically on the ice.

Savannah enjoys competing in figure skating competitions across South Dakota and Minnesota, where she showcases her passion and performance. Most recently, she was honored to be part of the National Showcase team, representing her club at the national level in Michigan this past summer.

Now in her second year as both a Learn to Skate coach and a private coach for the Watertown Figure Skate Club, Savannah is proud to help inspire and guide the next generation of skaters.

In addition to figure skating, Savannah is also a varsity tennis player, balancing athletic excellence on and off the ice.

My name is Elizabeth Reiter, and I’m a senior at Florence High School. I’ve been skating for 11 years, and it has become one of my greatest passions. Throughout my skating career, I’ve passed my Intermediate Moves in the Field, Preliminary Dances, and Juvenile Freeskate tests. I also have two years of experience as an apprentice and have been a full WFSC coach for the past two years. I love attending competitions and spending my free time finding new ways to improve my skills and routines. Most of all, I look forward to working with young skaters and helping them discover just how fun and rewarding skating can be.

Outside the rink, I’ve been involved in Fastpitch Softball for the past 10 years, and if I’m not skating, you can usually find me on the field. I’m also a member of my school’s volleyball team and choir. I’m excited to share my enthusiasm for sports and activities with my students and to help them reach their skating goals.