KCO's Off-Ice Skating was formed in March 2008 by Karen Coombes and Karen O'Neill in their desire to develop and package ice skating in a completely unique way. KCO's specially designed dry ice blade makes it possible to practice ice skating skills, such as jumps, turns and spins, on any smooth, hard flat surface. This new concept of Ice skating then allowed KCO to bring the Ice skating discipline into the community for all to enjoy, making ice skating not just for Christmas, but a sport for life!

The Off-Ice Skating learn to skate programme has evolved over a 15 year period. It was introduced to ice skaters by ice skating coach Karen Coombes, who wanted a quicker progression for her students. Off-Ice Skating has adopted this method of teaching and developed it further to give the new skater a unique and easy way to learn how to ice skate without the ice.

Background

Karen Coombes operates the only ice skating school in London and is a Level 3 NISA (National Ice Skating Association) coach. For the past 15 years Karen has specialized and developed her group training ice skating programmes. Karen trained at Italia Conti stage school at 17 and became a show skater for Hot Ice and Holiday On Ice. She has also choreographed 28 professional dance shows and has qualifications in the fitness industry.

Karen O'Neill has been an experienced Leisure Operator and Contract Manager for over 12 years and has gained a DMS in Leisure Management and an MBA in Community regeneration through Sport and Health. Together they have created… Off-Ice Skating