Our Team

The Coaches and Instructors at MIA are certified members of U.S. Figure Skating and/or Learn to Skate USA, with all registered coaches completing annual background checks for a safe, trusted training environment.

Our staff includes USFS Master-Rated coaches with expertise across every discipline of figure skating and hockey, from beginner instruction to ISU World Championship–level training. We work with skaters of all ages and abilities, offering guidance in Skating Skills, Freeskating, Ice Dancing, Synchro, Pair Skating, and Hockey.

Whatever your goals, we have a coach ready to help you grow and succeed.

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Karina Johnson

Member USFA, PSA Rated BA
Teaching: All Levels, Freestyle, MIF, Choreographer Specialist, “Off-Ice” Motorized Jump Harness/Rotation Training.

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Angela Derochie

Member USFS and Skate Canada
Teaching: All levels, Freestyle, MIF, Choreography, Dance and “Off-Ice” Motorized Jump Harness/Rotation Training.

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Jacqueline Stemmer

USFS and Learn to Skate USA Member
Teaching: Freestyle, MIF, Choreography.

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Alecia Trunov

Learn to Skate USA Member
Teaching: Freestyle, MIF, Choreography.

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David Redlin

USFS Triple Master Accredited, PSA Level IV Ranked
Teaching: All levels, Freeskating, Skating Skills, Ice Dance, Pairs and Pole Harness

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Anna Sophia Rodriguez

USFS and Learn to Skate USA Member

Teaching: Freestyle, MIF, Choreography

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Mitzi Halley

Member USFS and Learn to Skate USA
Teaching: Learn to Skate and Compete USA Specialist.

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Nikka Staron

Learn to Skate USA Member
Teaching: Freestyle, MIF, Choreography.

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Ariana Machado

USFS Gold Medalist (Freeskating and Skating Skills) and Learn to Skate USA Member
Teaching: Learn to Skate, Compete USA Specialist, Freestyle, Skating Skills.

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Mia Alvarez

USFS Gold Medalist (Skating Skills) and Learn to Skate USA Member
Teaching: Learn to Skate, Compete USA and Skating Skills.

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Natalie Liliav

Learn to Skate USA Member
Teaching: Learn to Skate, Compete USA Specialist

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Miami Ice Arena is growing, and we’re seeking enthusiastic skating and hockey coaches who want to inspire athletes of all ages. Bring your skills, your passion, and your love for the sport—and join a team that’s shaping the future of skating in South Florida.

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