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Staffing Inc

Skate Crew

Grand Rapids, MI · On-site

$11.50 - $15.25/hr

Proficient ice skating ability-comfortable skating at speed and stopping in control. * Ability to push heavy snow loads across the ice surface quickly and safely. * Strong awareness and discipline to ...

Mcapplegarden

Skating Chef

Manhattan, NY

As the Skating Chef, your job is to glide through the kitchen, whipping up culinary masterpieces ... You'll roll around like a high-speed kitchen ninja, cooking tiny portions of food that taste so ...

TROLLCO INC

Flight Crew

Windsor, CO · On-site

$15.16/hr

Proficient in all forms of skating, including speed, finesse, stopping, turning, etc. * Energetic and charismatic personality with excellent crowd interaction skills. * Team-oriented with a positive ...

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AEG

Ice Crew Member

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

$11.75 - $15.25/hr

The Cincinnati Cyclones require the attendance of an on-ice try-out to demonstrate your ice-skating skills and ensure you have the speed and agility to perform the job, skate the required patterns ...

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How much do speed skater jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for speed skater in the United States is $79,671.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $60,000.00 and $94,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a speed skater?

A speed skater is a professional athlete who competes in ice skating races, either in short track or long track disciplines. They train rigorously to develop speed, endurance, and technique, often participating in national and international competitions, including the Olympics. Speed skaters follow strict training regimens, including on-ice practice, strength training, and conditioning. Their job may also involve sponsorship commitments, public appearances, and media engagements.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a speed skater?

To thrive as a Speed Skater, you need exceptional physical conditioning, skating technique, and competitive experience, often gained through formal coaching or national training programs. Knowledge of specialized equipment such as performance skates, aerodynamic suits, and timing systems is important, and some positions may require safety or coaching certifications. Discipline, focus, resilience, and teamwork are vital soft skills in this performance-driven and collaborative environment. Mastery of these skills is essential to achieve strong results, ensure safety, and support both individual and team success in a demanding sport.

What does a typical training schedule look like for a professional speed skater?

A professional Speed Skater typically follows a highly structured training regimen that includes on-ice practice, off-ice strength and conditioning, flexibility exercises, and strategy sessions. Training often involves multiple sessions per day, with time dedicated to technique refinement, endurance building, and speed work. Skaters may also participate in team drills and compete in regular events or camps to hone their competitive edge. Collaboration with coaches, nutritionists, and physiotherapists is common, as optimizing performance and preventing injury are top priorities. This demanding schedule is designed to prepare speed skaters for peak performance in races and competitions.

How do you train to be a speed skater?

Speed skaters train through a combination of on-ice practice to develop technique and endurance, off-ice strength training to build leg muscles, and cardiovascular workouts to improve stamina. They also focus on proper skating form, flexibility, and often follow structured training programs under coaching supervision to enhance speed and efficiency.
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Infographic showing various Speed Skater job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 62% Full Time, 25% Part Time, and 13% Temporary. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $79,671 per year, or $38.3 per hour.

Ice Sports Instructor - Ice Skate Memorial City

Sports Facilities Advisory, LLC

Houston, TX

Part-time

Re-posted 17 days ago

Job description

INSTRUCTOR - Ice Skate Memorial City

ISM SFM, LLC

LOCATION: Houston, TX

DEPARTMENT: OPERATIONS

REPORTS TO: GENERAL MANAGER

STATUS: PART-TIME (NON-EXEMPT)


ABOUT THE COMPANY:

Ice Skate Memorial City is a premier sport, recreation and entertainment destination focused on improving the health and economic vitality of Houston, TX. You will be joining a championship level team focused on fun, fulfillment and service built to enrich the community as well as your career and personal growth.

Ice Skate Memorial City is a managed facility by Sports Facilities Management, LLC, a Sports Facilities Companies (SFC) company. SFC is the nation's leading resource for managing and developing sports, recreation, wellness, and events facilities. We provide a highly collaborative and supportive culture that raises our team members to new levels of career growth. Together, we will carve a path in a hyper-growing industry where you will enjoy the journey and learn from the industry's best while having some fun.

SFC has been awarded national recognition as a Top Workplace and is considered a workplace of choice. Our mission-focused company is highly entrepreneurial, team-oriented with a culture centered on collaboration, accountability, excellence, and service. We are growing rapidly and looking for high performers at every level to grow with us.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Ice Sports Instructor will lead the facility's youth (and some adult) sports offerings, including, but not limited to: Leagues, Developmental Classes, After-School/Home School programs, Clinics, Camps, Private/Semi-Private Trainings, Sports Performance Sessions, and Birthday Parties.

The Ice Sports Instructor is responsible for instructing and developing athletes in various ice sports, such as hockey, figure skating, or speed skating. This role involves designing and implementing training programs, providing instruction and feedback, and fostering a positive and competitive environment for athletes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

  • Teaching relevant skills, tactics, and techniques to a wide range of athletes, individuals and group
  • Instruct and coach children while they engage in group and individual sports activities
  • Prepare and lead a variety of activities that are age-appropriate
  • Monitoring, evaluating, and enhancing athlete performance and needs
  • Providing suitable feedback via positivity, encouragement, example, and motivation
  • Demonstrating an activity clearly by breaking down the task or technique into a sequence
  • Friendly and courteous with athletes, parents, and team members
  • Identifying athlete strengths and areas for development
  • Ensuring a safe environment for all athletes
  • Actively recruit new skaters and lesson participants
  • Prepare and sign all certificates and course record sheets
  • Accurately evaluate placements of students for skating instruction
  • Implementing the lesson plans in an accurate, creative, positive, and efficient fashion
  • Maintain equipment and ensure its proper use
  • Stay updated on current trends and best practices on coach training
  • All additional duties assigned by management

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:

  • Coaching licenses (or active pursuit of)
  • Familiarity with ISI and USFSA skating programs
  • Member in good standing with PSA

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • At least 2 years of appropriate teaching sport in youth programs for athletes of various aptitudes
  • Ability to adapt coaching techniques to different skill levels of all age groups
  • Model good behavior for campers as it relates to sportsmanship, manners, and respectfulness
  • Neat in appearance and professional in manner
  • Must have excellent interpersonal, problem solving and communication skills
  • Must be a team player
  • Must have excellent leadership and motivational skills
  • Must be willing to work a flexible schedule, predominately after-school and weekends
  • Must possess current CPR/FIRST AID certifications, or willingness to obtain within a specified period
  • Passion for sports and athlete development

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

  • Must be able to lift 50 pounds waist high
  • Must be able to move or lift lightweight equipment
  • Position requires standing and activity for extended periods of time (indoors or outdoors), squatting, stooping, jogging, or bending into awkward positions while performing job functions

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