Powell River Skating Club Coaches
SHAYLA SARTON
HEAD COACH
With over 15 years of experience, both on and off the ice, Shayla is an NCCP Certified coach, currently working on her Skate Canada Provincial certification. Shayla graduated with a B.Sc in Exercise and Wellness and specialized in high performance sport. She is a practicing Kinesiologist, whose eye for detail has empowered athletes to connect to their movements. She has successfully coached athletes to succeed in UFC, X-Games, WHL-NHL, NCAA, National Lacrosse League, Senior Olympics, Canadian Provincial-National Championships, and collegiate sport. Her coaching has guided athletes to achieve their best both physically and mentally. Her goal is to keep joy in sport while maintaining strong competitive technique and intrinsic motivation as drive.
Email: itscoachshay@gmail.com

SHEILA PAQUETTE
ADULT SYNCHRO COACH
NCCP Level 1 Figure Skating – Certified (Practical, Technical & Theory)
NCCP Level 2 Synchronized Skating – Certified (Practical, Technical & Theory)
NCCP Level 3 Synchronized Skating – Certified (Technical)
Certified Regional Coach / Provincial Coach / National Coach (In Training)
STAR 1–5 Coach Assessor – Trained
Gold Dances: Quickstep, Silver Samba, Viennese Waltz
Senior Bronze Free Skate (Elements), Junior Silver Skills
Two-time National Bronze Medalist – Open Synchronized Skating
Coaches all levels from Learn to Skate to Competitive Synchro
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Registered Nurse with 25+ years in healthcare
CPR and First Aid Certified
Over 25 years of coaching and competitive skating experience
Passionate about building an inclusive, fun environment that inspires a love for skating!
