OUR COACHES

Coach [kōch] noun ⦁ English

a passionate and dedicated person who unlocks hidden potential and maximizes performance by encouraging, developing and believing.

Shauna KLETTBERG

COACHING DIRECTOR

Qualifications and Coaching Experience

Shauna Klettberg is a certified National Coach with over 30 years of experience in Skate Canada. She has successfully coached skaters to Gold Level in Skills, Freeskate, Dance, and Artistic disciplines. Her qualifications include being a CanSkate Leadership Course Conductor, Grassroots Seminar Conductor, and an assessor and judge for various levels from Star 1 to Gold. Shauna has also served as coach and trainer of Saskatchewan provincial skating team athletes from 1999 to 2017 with many of these students qualifying for National events. She has coached numerous provincial & national medalists and champions in both singles and dance pairs.

Career Highlights

Throughout her career, Shauna has achieved several notable milestones. In 2018, she was selected to attend the Coach & Officials Apprenticeship Program at the Canadian Championships and was also named a coach for the Canada Winter Games in Red Deer. Her ongoing professional development includes participation in various seminars and camps, such as the Olympic Coach Seminar and training with renowned coaches like Christy Krall and Manon Perron. She has consistently sought opportunities to enhance her coaching skills through apprenticeships and workshops with elite coaches in Canada and internationally.

Accomplishments

Shauna's commitment to coaching excellence has been recognized with the Provincial Club and Recreation Coach Award of Excellence in 2006. She has actively engaged in learning from top figures in the sport, including participation in international seminars and a training tour in the former Soviet Union. Her extensive experience and dedication to the sport make her a respected figure in the skating community.

Shauna is proud to be a Skate Melfort coach and strives to bring her knowledge and passion to the ice as she works with all levels of athletes!

Becky ELL

Becky began skating at the age of 4 in Naicam, developing a lifelong passion for the sport until graduating high school. After a three-year coaching stint in Naicam and Spalding following graduation, she took a break and resumed coaching in 2013 in Humboldt. Currently, Becky coaches two days a week in Humboldt and Wynyard, as well as one day a week in Wadena and Melfort. She is a certified Regional coach and is in training to become a Provincial coach.

In addition to coaching, Becky works for the Ministry of Education as an Early Years Childcare Consultant. Outside of skating, she enjoys running, cross-country skiing, CrossFit, and spending time with family at their cabin.

Becky is married to John, and they have three daughters: Annagail (17), Alexis (15), and Alyana (13). Their family also includes two dogs, Bailey and Niko, two cats, Kitty and Bronco, and a bearded dragon named Draco.

Tia STRUKOFF

Tia started skating at the age of 3 through the CanSkate program and played hockey for a year. However, after that season, she decided she didn’t want to be part of the “stinky boys,” so she completed CanSkate in figure skates and transitioned to STARSkate at age 6.

Tia has been program assisting since grade 5, and obtained her CanSkate coaching certification at 15 and her Regional coaching certification at 17. Over the past couple of years, Tia has coached in both St. Brieux and Melfort, and this year, she is excited to take on the role of head coach in Naicam.

Outside of skating, Tia stays active with various sports and spends her summers at rodeos racing horses. She raises and trains her own barrel horses and enjoys outdoor activities like hunting, fishing, and shed hunting.

In Tia’s family, her brother plays hockey, so they spend a lot of time at the rink! They have four dogs, a couple of cats, and she has lost track of how many horses—best guess is around 13!

Archer NOEY

Archer began skating at the age of 4. With nearly 14 years of skating experience, they are a gold dancer and aim to complete all their gold level tests by the end of the season.

This past season, Archer officially started coaching, bringing a fresh perspective and enthusiasm to the rink. While trained, they are in the process of submitting videos to complete their coaching qualifications.

Outside of skating, Archer works at Dynasty Twin Cinemas, the local movie theater, as well as at the city library. They have two cats, Cinnamon and Shimmer.

As they transition into this final season of skating, Archer is excited to inspire the next generation of skaters.

Annagail ELL

Meet Annagail, a passionate figure skating coach who has been immersed in the world of skating since the age of 7. Growing up in Humboldt, she quickly fell in love with the sport and has continued to develop her skills ever since. Annagail began her coaching journey just last year, earning her regional coaching certification. Today, she works with skaters in several communities, including Humboldt, Melfort, and Wynyard, helping athletes of all levels reach their full potential.

Outside of coaching, Annagail works at a daycare in Humboldt, where she brings her nurturing nature to young children. In her spare time, she enjoys playing the piano and participating in track.

At home, Annagail is part of a lively family of five, which includes two younger sisters, Alexis and Alayna, as well as a collection of pets: two dogs, two cats, and a bearded dragon.

Annagail is excited to continue sharing her love for skating and working with athletes to help them grow both on and off the ice.

Lauren MCLEAN

Lauren began skating at age 3 and has recently transitioned to coaching after many years as a program assistant. She is trained as a CanSkate Coach and plans to take the Regional coaching course in the spring. Lauren has completed her Gold Artistic and STAR 9 assessments in Freeskate and Dance, and she also coaches for Skate Tisdale.

Currently, Lauren is a grade 10 student at MUCC. In addition to skating, she participates in volleyball, basketball, track and field, and serves on the student council.

Lauren comes from a lively family with an older sister and brother, along with two dogs and three cats.

Jadie FENNIG

Jadie began skating at the age of 4 in the CanSkate program at Skate Battlefords. She started coaching in 2019 and is certified as a CanSkate coach, as well as being a trained Regional coach. In addition to coaching, Jadie also works with the Kinistino Skating Club.

Outside of coaching, Jadie works for the Government of Saskatchewan in Supply Chain Management. She enjoys a variety of hobbies, including outdoor activities, yoga, traveling, crafting, and spending quality time with family.

Jadie lives in Kinistino with her husband, their dog Oliver, and their cat Rolo. Excitingly, they are expecting a baby to arrive in April!

Kailee SAWATZKY

Kailee is excited to join Skate Melfort for the 2024-2025 season. She brings a wealth of experience both on and off the ice, blending her expertise as a Holistic Nutritionist with her passion for figure skating. Kailee holds a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from the University of Saskatchewan, is a certified Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, and a certified Fertility Awareness Educator.

As a competitive skater, Kailee has achieved many successes, including being the 2013 Saskatchewan Novice Women’s Silver Medalist, a Skate Canada Challenge Competitor in 2010, 2011 & 2013, the 2010 Saskatchewan Winter Games Pre-Novice Bronze Medalist, and the 2008 Saskatchewan Juvenile Women’s Bronze Medalist. She also had the incredible opportunity to perform for Disney on Ice from 2015-2016, touring across Mexico, the United States, and Canada.

With her unique wellness background and extensive skating experience, Kailee is passionate about helping skaters develop their skills while maintaining a balanced, healthy lifestyle on and off the ice.