VO:ICE Client Testimonials
Find out what the VO:ICE say about the Academy and Coach Louise…
Louise’s patience, understanding and ability to adapt her teaching style, have made ice skating a truly enjoyable experience. My daughter’s neurodivergence caused no problems for Louise at all during her coaching time and we are incredibly grateful for her support. The relationship they built in a very short time has helped my daughter to work on her skating skills on and off the ice as well as giving her a huge boost in her self confidence and belief in her abilities. Would highly recommend Louise to anybody looking to develop their skating skills
My son has been taking online classes for ballet & spinner with Louise for about a year. He looks forward to them each week thanks to Louise’s knowledgeable and supportive attitude. His posture on the ice and his spin techniques have improved immensely. Her ability to note tiny details in his movement and offer constructive advice on what to tweak, has meant he has made sustained and continuous progress each week. She is more than an online coach, she is a wonderful cheerleader for her students successes both on and off the ice and forms genuine connections with all. This positive atmosphere keeps us returning week on week. I genuinely feel blessed to have come across her on here and can’t imagine my son’s journey in skating without her.
Working with Louise has honestly been the best decision for my daughter’s skating journey. She truly cares about her and that combined with her knowledge is absolutely priceless. Louise from thousands of miles away has transformed my daughter’s skating and continues to do so. I am still amazed how her off ice instruction transfers to the ice. Her attention to detail and her technique knowledge are like no other. She can pin point what’s wrong and how to fix it, and there is always a reason why each little progress matters and how she is building her up for the next skill.
My daughter has grown not only in her physical development but also in her self confidence and discipline, which as a parent matters even more. Louise has a gift that is not easy to find, she connects with her and genuinely makes her believe she can do anything she sets her mind to. She celebrates every little win and walks her to thorough each struggle. Her lessons are not just “lets workout” lessons, she has a plan and she knows where she is going.
I have told her many times she has been the best thing that has happened to us, and I mean us because she has not only influenced my little ice skater but has also been beyond patient and shared her knowledge with me along the way. I remember asking her if she really thought having her would make a difference in my daughter’s journey and I can truthfully say… just let her show you!
I am so grateful for Louise’s passion for teaching and the care that she shows for her students. I attended a spinner class for the first time and I was very nervous and Louise helped me to feel more confident. She helped me to break down the spins and to build them up slowly step by step. I will definitely be back for more! Thank you 🙂
Thanks to your work, your advice, your self-confidence and your positive attitude, Nina has succeeded in surpassing herself. Thanks to your experience and your faith in her, she finished the season in 5th place in the national competition, with the 2nd best marks in expressions. You’re always available, you’ve become her mentor and we’re so lucky to have you in her team.
I wish you both the best season in Junior category.
I have been having 1-2-1 PT sessions with Louise for nearly a year now. Louise has always made me feel so comfortable and supported . I was too scared and embarrassed to go to a gym after my body had changed since having children and putting weight on during the pandemic. Louise has made me feel so much better about exercise.
Thank you Louise.
It’s not an exaggeration that joining Louise’s Online School has been life changing in the health of both my Mom (who has been taking her Exercise and Stretch Class) and I (who also takes the Skating Classes). Her competitive rates have allowed us to join many days of the week and it has become a vital part of our general daily health, and the health of so many of her other multiple day students.
You can tell by the return rate of students that a lot of people can obviously see that they’ve found something special in both the positive fitness community she has created and in the access to her skilled knowledge. She goes above and beyond putting her whole heart into teaching and has the talent of guiding and critically instructing with kindness and encouragement. I truly have never felt discouraged by her critique, which is so important in a teacher in a sport that takes so much time and patience to improve in.
Even though it is off-ice, the training really does help with my on ice skating. When I haven’t been able to go to the rink for a few weeks, and I’m still taking her classes, I can come back to the rink feeling comfortable and even with improved skills.
Louise, all of your efforts are noticed and appreciated, thank you!
I have been working with Louise in the fitness classes for a while now and have been seen a massive change in my fitness levels and abilities. The classes are fun and well run and challenge you to all levels. It has been a massive boost to help me lose weight and become fitter.
Thank you Louise for all your help and encouragement.
My journey with Louise began almost two years ago and it’s been fantastic from the start. Louise has been brilliant in working with my specific needs and truly understands what is necessary to help me meet my skating and fitness goals.
My goal was to become a better skater, get leaner and build my muscle mass back up again and we achieved more than that… I actually really enjoy working out. My body shape has changed, my thighs, arms and back have developed so much.
Louise is also always at hand when needed, responds to messages quickly and is really good in making me feel motivated (and I often can be a pain the the backside 🤣).
Fantastic coach 🙂 professional in all classes she makes off ice training fun to do while you keep learning. Her classes have been a saving grace online the last couple of years! Really good at adapting things too for those who can’t always manage every exercise. Lots of thought goes into each session to make them challenging.
Would highly recommend! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Coach Louise is so awesome! My 8 yo daughter has been taking virtual lessons with her over the past couple months, and she absolutely loves her enthusiasm and energy. She makes off-ice sessions fun!
Joining Louise was the best decision I have made for my skating and my health in years. As an adult skater and given my low level, I was anxious initially, worried it would just be for more advanced skaters or just for younger skaters. No need to worry. Louise was so welcoming.
I joined at the beginning of the pandemic and despite now being back on ice, I haven’t stopped. The benefits are many. In particular, Louise’s skater Strength and Fitness class have made such a difference. I have had multiple comments from coaches and fellow skaters about how my skating and strength have improved – and this is absolutely down to Louise. Louise is an expert in skater fitness. She is so professional and tailors the sessions for each group, pushing and challenging us to improve ourselves. Louise is highly motivating, kind and generous with her expertise.
In addition to the classes, I work with Louise as a one-to-one personal trainer. Louise has helped me reshape my body and the way I eat; I have lost weight and improved muscle tone with long term lifestyle changes, rather than fads that don’t last. Working with Louise, I am now eating properly for skating and exercise, and it makes a huge difference to the way I feel. My general health and wellbeing have improved significantly as a result.
Whilst I work with Louise as a skater, anyone looking for a great way to improve their fitness and how they feel, would benefit from Louise’s classes and personal training. And, the most important things is I am having fun and really enjoying working with Louise.
I wholeheartedly recommend Louise Walden-Edwards. As an older woman who has been taking exercise classes both in person and online for fifty plus years I have experienced a wide variety of instructors. Louise without doubt is one of, if not the, best I have worked with. Her zoom Strength and Fitness Class is outstanding. Louise pays attention to each participant, checking that we are working correctly and she offers alternatives for individuals as needed. Over two years’ attendance my core strength and balance have improved significantly. Above all, the class is fun. All these factors make it easy for me to stay motivated and maintain regular attendance.
Louise Walden-Edwards well deserves this success.
The off-ice classes with Louise have been instrumental to my skating the past few months. I can see so much improvement with on-ice jumps and spins due to the methodical approach Louise employs. Also, it’s a great way to keep training the muscle memory when not having an ice rink in the neighborhood (when abroad for example).
I would highly recommend Louise’s classes!
Louise has been an amazing coach online in all the sessions I’ve done regularly over the last 3 years. In everything from her Fitness Classes to Ballet Fitness, Core and Flexibility, Jump Classes, Spin Classes, her teaching is both diverse and detailed. She is always helpful, communicates with her students on a level they can all follow and understand and best of all she helps us all get better and become the best we can be supporting us all the way. Her classes have been and continue to be invaluable to me both to keep fit, keep sane and improve on the ice!
I would recommend her classes to all!
Louise is very supportive and determined to help the skaters to improve. We love the lessons with her, she not only explains the technique very well but also is very encouraging, positive which makes a big difference. We made a lot of progress thanks to her.
We highly recommend her!
I have been working with Louise for over 2 years and have found her to be very enthusiastic and engaging with everyone in her classes. The excercises are varied and push all parts of the body. They are tailored for anyone and can be adapted to cover all eventualities should you have injuries or worries. I enjoy working with Louise and have certainly found that the classes have made a difference in my physical and mental wellbeing. I would highly recommend these classes should you be looking for a physical routine. Thanks Louise! X
