Meet Your Coaches
Experienced athletes and dedicated instructors committed to your development.







Vanessa Ayala
Coach & Communications Coordinator
Career Highlights
- Current Team USA National Team, Inline Speed Skating
- Team USA Senior World Team Member — 2019-2022
- Florida State Champion, Road Cycling — 2021
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I believe sports are about more than athletic performance. They are an opportunity to build discipline, work ethic, resilience, and coachability. My goal is to help athletes grow both on and off the track in a challenging, supportive, and fun environment. Success looks different for every athlete—whether that means reaching the podium, improving fitness, building confidence, or developing a lifelong love for skating. My role is to help each athlete pursue their own version of success while enjoying the journey.
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Patricia Leazier
Coach & Team Manager
Career Highlights
- Team USA Head Coach, World Games — 2025
- Team USA Team Manager, World Championships — 2022-2025
- Team USA Apprentice Coach, World Championships — 2021
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Certifications
Coaching since 1991, I focus on building a strong foundation of discipline, consistency, and purposeful training. I am highly technique-oriented and believe that efficiency is one of the most important factors in generating speed. Over the years, many of the athletes I have worked with have advanced to the World Team level, distinguished by their strong skating mechanics, attention to detail, and commitment to physical preparation.
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