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Figure Skating Coaching • Private Lessons

Simple scheduling. Clear expectations. Great progress.

Private lessons with Josh Bindon—structured, supportive coaching for beginners through competitive skaters. Choose your lesson type and preferred time in a guided step-by-step flow.

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Josh Bindon
Figure Skating Coach

Quick Start

Pick a type + frequency to begin.

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About Josh Bindon

Coaching focused on fundamentals, safe progression, and confidence—while keeping lessons fun.

Josh Bindon coaching figure skating

Josh Bindon

Josh is a coach and performer with decades of skating experience. His coaching emphasizes strong basics, safe technique, and consistent progress tailored to each skater’s goals.

Highlights

  • Disney on Ice performer (principal & specialty acts)
  • Skate Canada: Junior Men’s competitor
  • National Ice Theatre of Canada cast member
  • Affiliated locally with the Southwest Florida Figure Skating Club
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Coaching style

  • Clear goals + structured progressions
  • Positive coaching that still pushes growth
  • Beginner-friendly, and strong for competitive prep
  • Inclusive, supportive environment

Great for

  • New skaters: balance, posture, stopping, gliding
  • Skill-building: edges, turns, spins, jumps
  • Program run-throughs + competition prep
  • Power skating: stronger stride + agility

Schedule a Lesson

Step-by-step scheduling. You’ll pick type, frequency, day, time, payment, and confirm the policy.

Scheduling Wizard
Everything updates based on your selections.
Guided Mobile-friendly
Helpful examples: edges, stops, crossovers, spins, jumps, posture, confidence, competition prep, program run-through.
Cancellation Policy
  • Less than 48 hours: 50% of the scheduled lesson fee
  • Less than 24 hours notice or missed entirely: 100%
  • Late to lessons: no refund or credit for missed time
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Reviews

Coaching that’s professional, positive, and focused on growth.

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Lesson Information

What to bring, what to expect, and how to get the most out of private lessons.

What to bring

  • Properly fitted skates (figure skates recommended for figure lessons)
  • Helmet for beginners (especially young/new skaters)
  • Warm layers + gloves (thin gloves are perfect)
  • Water bottle
  • Hair tied back + comfortable athletic clothing

What to expect

  • Arrive 15–20 minutes early to lace skates and warm up
  • Warm-up, skill work, and a clear practice plan
  • Progress tracking—what to practice between lessons
  • Supportive coaching that builds confidence
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Helpful Resources

Links for safety, programs, testing, and competition tools.

U.S. Center for SafeSport

Coach safety training and certification requirements.

Visit SafeSport

U.S. Figure Skating

National governing body for figure skating in the U.S.

Visit USFS

Learn to Skate USA

Learn-to-skate program and coach education resources.

Visit LTS USA

SkateSafe

U.S. Figure Skating’s safety program and reporting resources.

Visit SkateSafe

EntryEeze

Competition registration, music upload, and event tools.

Visit EntryEeze

Southwest Florida FSC

Club affiliation (varies by coach/location).

Visit SWFL FSC

Equipment & recommended gear

Optional: Add affiliate links here (skates, guards, bags, helmets, gloves, etc.).

Rink Location

Ellenton Ice & Sports Complex

Address

Ellenton Ice & Sports Complex
5309 29th St E
Ellenton, FL 34222
Rink phone: 941-723-3663

Coach contact

Josh Bindon
813-570-2702
JoshuaKBindon@gmail.com

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Ice time/session availability is controlled by the rink schedule.

Policies

Clear expectations so everyone’s time is respected.

Lesson Cancellation Policy

  • Less than 48 hours: 50% of the scheduled lesson fee
  • Less than 24 hours notice or missed entirely: 100%
  • Late to lessons: no refund or credit for missed time

By scheduling, you acknowledge and agree to this policy.

Payment & confirmation

  • Requested lessons are confirmed by Josh via email/text.
  • Payment instructions appear during scheduling based on the selected payment method.
  • Receipts available upon request.

Safety

  • Helmet strongly recommended for beginners.
  • Follow rink rules and stay aware of traffic on the ice.

Contact

Questions? Send a message and Josh will respond as soon as possible.

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