About Us
About The White Rose Figure Skating Club
The White Rose Figure Skating Club is a U.S. Figure Skating member club formed in 1994. WRFSC is based at York Ice Arena in York, PA, and works to promote the mastery of all disciplines of figure skating. WRFSC supports skaters in competitive and recreational endeavors and welcomes skaters of all levels.
Our vision is to offer a supportive environment and quality programs, along with a professional coaching staff, so our skaters can excel in the sport of Figure Skating
Our commitment is to offer flexible skating times at a reasonable price. We exist because of our members, and we are very grateful to our members who have made us what we are today. We now strive to take our organization to the next level so that we can serve our skaters even better and continue to grow our club, and offer even more exciting programs in the future.
WRFSC hosts and coordinates U.S. Figure Skating test sessions for Moves in the Field, Free Skate, Dance, and Pairs. Test sessions are held periodically throughout the year.
Since our inception, we have hosted two South Atlantic Regional Figure Skating Championships (2002 and 2008). WRFSC was proud to host the 2013 State Games of America U.S. Figure Skating Championships, which attracted over 1,000 skaters from across the nation. Our club currently has the bid to host the Pennsylvania Skating Championship with Keystone State Games of America every year. We currently host 3 competitions annually: our Winter Showcase, Keystone State Games, and The White Rose Invitational.
Meet Our Coaches
Mickayla Eberly
Skating / Hockey Skills Instructor
Bio:
Mickayla is a US Figure Skating-certified coach and a full certified member of the Professional Skaters Association (PSA). She began coaching Learn to Skate and Learn to Play group lessons in 2013 and has taught private/semi-private lessons since 2014. She specializes in Freestyle, Moves in the Field, Choreography, Power Skating, and Edge Control.
Background:
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Passed Senior Moves in the Field, Novice Freestyle, and Pre-Silver Dance
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Competed along the East Coast from 2007–2021
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Performed in lead and chorus roles with RRFSC Theater on Ice
Specialties: Figure Skating, Power Skating, Hockey Skills
Certifications: US Figure Skating, PSA
Marcie Vucenic
Figure Skating Instructor
Bio:
Marcie is a PSA and US Figure Skating-certified coach with over 25 years of experience coaching skaters of all ages and skill levels. She has coached medalists at Regional, Adult National, and State Games competitions in both Florida and Pennsylvania and has guided students through USFS Gold Tests.
Background:
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Former Director of Skating, York Ice Arena (2012–2017)
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Member of PSA since 1997 and USFS since 1981
Specialties: Freestyle, Moves in the Field, Figure Skating, Power Skating
Certifications: US Figure Skating, PSA
Madison Hilty
Figure Skating Instructor
Bio:
Madison is a US Figure Skating Core Coach Certified instructor with 18 years of experience in figure skating. She specializes in Freestyle, Spins, Jumps, Choreography, and Off-Ice Conditioning. Madison coaches Learn to Skate, Aspire, Off-Ice Classes, and volunteers with Special Olympics.
Background:
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Double Gold Medalist (Moves in the Field & Freestyle)
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Competed on the East Coast and in showcase/theater productions
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Trained under Kala Casagrande, Elsa Swenning, and Cindy Bear
Specialties: Freestyle, Choreography, Spin & Jump Technique, Off-Ice Training
Certifications: US Figure Skating Core Coach Certified
Linda Huber
Special Olympics Director / Figure Skating instructor
Bio:
Linda is a PSA-rated coach with extensive experience working with adaptive skating and Special Olympics athletes. She has served as a coach at four World Special Olympic Games and is a National Games of America Gold Medalist coach.
Specialties: Figure Skating, Power Skating, Hockey Skills, Ice Dance, Adaptive Skating, Special Olympics
Certifications: US Figure Skating, PSA
Kala Casagrande
Figure Skating Instructor
Bio:
Kala is a US Figure Skating Gold Medalist in both Moves in the Field and Freestyle. She began coaching in 2008 and is a PSA member and CER Category B Certified. Kala specializes in Freestyle, Choreography, and Moves in the Field.
Background:
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Competed in Mid-Atlantics and Regionals
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Over 15 years of coaching experience
Specialties: Figure Skating, Choreography
Certifications: US Figure Skating, PSA
Cari Bowen
York Ice Arena Figure Skating Director, Figure Skating Instructor & Power Skating Coach
Bio:
Cari has over 23 years of coaching experience and currently serves as the Figure Skating Director at York Ice Arena. She offers private and semi-private lessons to all levels and specializes in Power Skating (speed, stride, edge work), Jumps, Spins, and Choreography.
Background:
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Trained by Cindy Bear and Elsa Swenning
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Team coach with Rachel Cox, Liz Locker, Madison Hilty, Kimmie Meissner
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Coaches Excel and NQS track skaters, including National Excel Finalists
Specialties: Figure Skating, Power Skating
Certifications: US Figure Skating, PSA
Liz Locker
Learn to Skate Director / Assistant Business Manager / Figure Skating & Power Skating Instructor
Bio:
Liz is a Double Gold Medalist in Freestyle and Moves in the Field. She competed at the Senior Level and placed in the top 5 in New England. She is Learn to Skate USA Certified and USFSA Core Coach Certified.
Background:
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Competed collegiately
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Trained by master-rated coaches
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Choreographed for Excel, Well-Balanced, Theater on Ice, and Group Shows
Specialties: Freestyle, Choreography, Power Skating
Certifications: US Figure Skating Core Coach Certified, Learn to Skate USA Certified
Rebecca Hartman
Figure Skating Instructor
Bio:
Rebecca is a US Figure Skating and PSA Certified Coach with nearly 20 years of coaching experience. She has taught skaters from beginner to advanced levels in Freestyle, Moves in the Field, Dance, and Choreography.
Background:
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Coached medalists at local and national competitions
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Coaching experience in Pennsylvania, Texas, Florida, and New Jersey
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Member of PSA and US Figure Skating
Specialties: Freestyle, Moves in the Field, Choreography
Certifications: US Figure Skating, PSA
Meet The Board
Board Members
President: Kerri Broch
Vice President: Krista Rafferty
Secretary: Melissa Hall
Treasurer: Bakhtavar Wykpisz
Additional Board Members: Rebecca Hartman (Marketing and Communication), Jillian Althouse, and Sarah Leatherwood (Vendor Coordination)
Board Structure
The White Rose Figure Skating Club Board consists of four officer positions and may include up to nine (9) total Board members, including the officers.
Officers serve a two-year term and may serve a maximum of two consecutive terms. Coaches are not eligible to hold the position of President.
Board meetings are held monthly, requiring 50% participation for a quorum.
Officer Duties
President: Responsible for leading the Club, presiding over meetings, managing Club operations, overseeing correspondence, and signing contracts (with the Secretary) upon Board approval.
Vice President: Assists the President and assumes their duties in their absence.
Treasurer: Manages Club funds, maintains records of all transactions, prepares reports as needed, and ensures disbursements are properly authorized.
Secretary: Maintains meeting minutes, manages Club documents.
We are seeking volunteers to manage key club functions, including Hospitality, Volunteer Coordinator, and Membership Coordinator. These roles are essential to our club's success, and your involvement would be greatly appreciated. You do not need to be a member of the Board to hold any of these committee positions. If you are interested in any of these volunteer roles, please also email wrfsccontact@gmail.com.
WRFSC Quarterly Newsletter
Q1 2026
From The Board
Our Wintershowcase wrapped up another successful year of skating for our members. If
you missed the showcase, do check out the pictures on social media and on our
website.
We’re going to have a busy start to 2026 – read on and bookmark the upcoming dates.
Board Members:
President - Kerri Broch
Vice President - Krista Rafferty
Treasurer - Bakhtavar Wykpisz
Secretary – Melissa Hall
Members at Large - Rebecca Hartmann, Sarah Leatherwood
We would like to encourage all members to actively consider taking part in Board
activities. If you are interested in joining the Board please feel free to reach out to any
Board member either in person or via email at Board@whiterosefsc.org
Past Quarter Board Meeting Recap:
Rink updates:
Reminder: The YIA operates as a cashless facility. Members are encouraged to make
online payments for freestyle ice sessions. A QR code is provided within this newsletter
to facilitate these payments. Please note that credit card transactions will incur a fee
charged by the rink.
Private parties and private ice time can be reserved by contacting Ed Brenner for details
at ebrenner@yorkstake.com
Club updates:
The Club is exploring the purchase of a training harness to help our skaters continue
advancing their skills. This exciting investment is being made with the full support of our
Board and coaching team. We are currently waiting on the updated contract from Black
Bear to move forward with the purchase.
In addition, the Board is looking for creative ways to raise funds to help offset some of
the expenses our skaters will face as we prepare for the 2026 State Games. If you have
fundraising ideas or would like to get involved, we’d love to hear from you—please
reach out to any Board member!
Learn to Skate Program
Our skating school welcomes new students year-round into our nationally affiliated
Learn to Skate program. We have classes appropriate for kids as young as 3 through
adults of all ages! Learn to skate is a great introduction to skating--whether your goals
are figure skating, ice hockey, or recreational skating--this is the place to start! Our
sessions are 45-minute classes that run for 7 weeks.
Questions? Email Learn to Skate Director, Liz Locker at llocker@yorkskate.com
York Ice Arena - Learn To Skate
Upcoming LTS sessions (unless otherwise noted, all classes run on Saturdays from
11:00am to 11:45am or Wednesdays from 5:30pm to 6:15pm):
• Winter: Jan 7 - Feb 18
Aspire Program
This 14 week session (1 hour classes) is for skaters in Basic 4 or above, and helps
transition between affordable group lessons and more expensive private lessons.
Skaters will begin with off ice (be sure to wear sneakers and bring a water bottle! ) and
then will conclude with on-ice. This program introduces skaters to moves in the field,
edge classes , program components, choreography, beginner spins, beginner jumps
and other skating disciplines. Questions? Email Figure Skating Director, Cari Bowen
at cbowen@yorkskate.com
Upcoming Aspire Sessions (unless otherwise noted, Aspire classes run on Mon 5:40PM
- 6:40PM; Fri 5:45PM - 6:45PM)
• January 9th – April 17th ; Fri 5:45PM - 6:45PM
Off-Ice
Some of our coaches offer off-ice training on Tuesdays year-round at the Fitness Center
within the ice rink. This is a great way to improve your choreography, work on strength
and agility, and spend some time with your peers learning more about what makes them
successful. Questions? Email Maddie Hilty at mhilty1204@gmail.com
Upcoming Dates
Upcoming Competitions at YIA
February:
• 02/21/2026 – 02/22/2026 Keystone state Games
o Volunteers needed
March:
• 03/06/2026 – 03/08/2026 Adult Sectionals
o Volunteers needed
o If you are, or know someone who is an EMT and is willing to donate their
time for this event, please email the Board. This competition requires
onsite registered EMTs throughout the duration of the competition.
New this year
PennJersey White Rose Invitational, part of the newly approved
PennJersey competition series.
We are excited to announce the launch of the Penn-Jersey Championship Series, a
new non-qualifying U.S. Figure Skating sanctioned series. Our goal is to create a fun
and meaningful series that provides opportunities for skaters of all levels and tracks to
compete, showcase their unique strengths, develop their skills, and earn
recognition. The series will consist of five competitions in total, where skaters may enter
the events of their choice; no pre-registration will be required to be considered for
series-end awards.
Series Schedule & Host Clubs:
• Sukumi Figure Skating Club: April 11–12
• The Skating Club of Ice Land- Spring Open: April 26
• Blue Ridge Figure Skating Club – Mountain Classic: May 2–3
• White Rose Figure Skating Club - White Rose Invitational: May 23–24
• Princeton Figure Skating Club (Final Event): May 30–31
Series high score trophies will be awarded for all IJS events. Skaters are not limited to
the number of competitions that they may attend, and are encouraged to participate in
multiple competitions to maximize their opportunities for placement and recognition. A
minimum of three competitions must be attended to be considered for the high score
trophy. Each skater’s top three highest scores will be tabulated to determine the series-
end awards.
Trophies will be awarded at the final competition of the series (Princeton Figure Skating
Club, May 30–31) as follows:
• Pre-Preliminary through Senior (Well Balanced and Excel)
• Adult Pre-Bronze through Masters
Compete USA level events will also be offered at each competition to encourage and
inspire our newer skaters. Please check the official announcement for each competition
individually for additional skating opportunities, such as Showcase, Partnered, and
Special Olympics Badge events.
The Penn Jersey Championship Series represents a comprehensive and inclusive
opportunity for skaters of all levels and abilities to showcase their skills, compete with
peers, and earn accolades throughout the series. We look forward to inspiring skaters
to keep growing, training, and celebrating their passion for figure skating.
Registration will be available through Entryeeze. Registration announcements to follow
after the new year. We hope that you will join us in participating in the first series of this
kind in our region!
Volunteers Needed
Volunteers enhance the club's success! We always welcome extra hands for setting up
and taking down before and after events. Competitions run smoothly thanks to
volunteers. We're seeking assistance with registration, hospitality, announcements, rink
monitoring, account running, and awards distribution. To volunteer for upcoming
competitions, please see Kerri Broch to sign up.
Volunteer Commitment Reminder:
All club members must volunteer a minimum of 8 hours at club-run events, with at least
6 of those hours dedicated to competitions hosted by the club. If you are unavailable,
you can enlist the help of family and friends to meet your volunteer hour requirement.
Other Updates & Reminders:
Testing
Starting January 2025, testing fees for members will remain $30, while testing
fees for non-members will be $35.
Junior Coaches
Interested in coaching at York Ice Arena? Contact Cari Bowen
at cbowen@yorkskate.com for more details.
Membership
Not a member yet, but interested in becoming a member of the Club?
Attend a Board meeting or contact any of the Board members to learn about the
benefits of becoming a WRFSC member. Our fees structure for this fiscal year is as
follows:
LTS $50
Aspire $60
Introductory $65
USFA Full Member $100
Collegiate 4-year membership $140
Freestyle Rules
Freestyle sessions are for figure skaters practicing elements of figure
skating or working with an arena-approved coach. All skaters must sign in and pay
before entering the ice. Beverages must stay in the player's bench areas; food is not
allowed on the ice or in the player bench areas.
A maximum of 24 skaters (excluding coaches) are allowed per session. Music is played
on a first-come, first-served basis. Coaches giving lessons may bump the line,
alternating with other skaters. Programs cannot be played more than five times per
session.
Skaters cannot use headphones with both earbuds; one earbud is allowed if rules are
followed. Socializing is not allowed on the ice—leave the ice surface to socialize or take
breaks. Continue moving unless instructed otherwise by your coach. If a skater falls, they
must get up at once if able. No one is allowed on the ice without skates, and children
cannot be carried on the ice without skates.
The Head Coach or appointed coach enforces the rules, and all skaters and parents
must adhere to freestyle rules and etiquette.
Prohibited Behavior at The Rink:
Kicking, digging holes, scraping or stomping the ice and kicking the boards prohibited.
Being verbally abusive to other skaters or coaches is prohibited.
Deliberately challenging, scaring or intentionally blocking another skater is prohibited.
Videotaping anyone other than your own skater or you is strictly prohibited and will not
be tolerated.
Need to contact the Board? Email Board@whiterosefsc.org