The Twin Cities Advantage
A Premier Destination for Elite Figure Skaters
Moving your athlete is a life decision.
Our academy is situated in the Twin Cities (Minneapolis and St. Paul) metropolitan area, offering an unparalleled environment where competitive excellence is balanced with a high quality of life, robust academics, and world-class infrastructure.
Built for the Ice: The Ultimate Training Environment
Minnesota, the "Land of 10,000 Lakes," is also the heartland of ice sports, providing a cultural and physical foundation ideal for figure skating mastery.
Year-Round Ice Culture: Unlike many other locations, the demand for and appreciation of ice sports runs deep here. This culture ensures an abundance of quality, well-maintained rinks and the best possible dedicated training and contract ice time year-round.
A Hub of Ice Expertise: The Twin Cities metro area naturally attracts top sports medicine specialists, physical therapists, and performance coaches who have extensive experience working with ice athletes, ensuring your skater has access to superior injury prevention and rehabilitation resources.
Competitive Spirit: Training in a state renowned for its athletic tradition and strong figure skating community cultivates a high-performance atmosphere that pushes skaters to excel at Sectional, National, and International levels.
2. A Thriving Community and High Quality of Life
The decision to relocate is made easier by the exceptional standard of living the Twin Cities offers for the entire family.
Top-Ranked Livability: The Minneapolis-St. Paul metro area consistently ranks as one of the most livable in the U.S., celebrated for its high quality of life, robust job market, and outstanding amenities.
3. Academic Freedom: Maximize Ice Time with Tuition-Free Online Schooling
For the high-level competitive skater, the traditional school day is a barrier to the necessary hours of daily training. We understand that maximizing time on the ice is critical for competitive success. That’s why the State of Minnesota offers a powerful, flexible solution for your student-athlete:
Tuition-Free Public Online Schools: As a Minnesota resident, your skater is eligible to enroll in a variety of accredited, full-time tuition-free online public schools (such as Minnesota Virtual Academy, BlueSky Online School, and others).
Built for Flexibility: These state-funded virtual schools are specifically designed to offer a self-paced, asynchronous learning environment. This unique structure allows your skater to complete their full academic workload (K-12) during non-training hours, on weekends, or while traveling for competitions.
The PSEO Advantage: Minnesota's Post-Secondary Enrollment Options (PSEO) program allows eligible 10th, 11th, and 12th-grade students to enroll in and earn tuition-free college credit at Twin Cities universities and community colleges. This means your high school skater can get a head start on their college degree while maintaining a world-class training schedule.
Accredited and College-Ready: These online options fully meet all Minnesota state graduation requirements, ensuring your skater is on track for college while simultaneously pursuing their competitive aspirations.
4. Collegiate Path: Elite Training Meets Top Tier Education
For high school students and collegiate skaters, the Twin Cities presents a perfect blend of world-class training and distinguished academic opportunities. The area is an educational powerhouse, hosting dozens of accredited colleges and universities, making it an ideal location for skaters focused on their athletic career and future.
Top 5 Colleges/Universities in the Twin Cities Metro Area:
We are strategically positioned to provide access to some of the nation's most respected institutions, offering flexible degree programs and a supportive environment for student-athletes:
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities: A massive public research university and the flagship institution of the state, offering hundreds of degree programs and Big Ten school pride.
Macalester College: A highly selective private liberal arts college in St. Paul, known for its strong focus on internationalism, multiculturalism, and academic rigor.
University of St. Thomas: A prominent private Catholic research university with campuses in both Minneapolis and St. Paul, known for its business, law, and liberal arts programs.
Carleton College: Though located slightly south of the main metro area (in Northfield), this top-tier national liberal arts college is easily accessible and a major draw for elite students.
Hamline University: Minnesota’s first university, located in St. Paul, offering respected undergraduate and graduate programs with a long history of academic excellence.
Whether your skater is aiming for a top national university or a selective liberal arts college, the academic infrastructure of the Twin Cities provides the flexibility and quality needed to balance demanding training schedules with a competitive education.
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