LESSONS WITH
COACH MAL
WEEKLY LESSONS In DEVILS LAKE, ND
TRAVELS LOCALLY & REGIONALLY
Both individual skaters and organizations have several ways to work with Coach Mal’s professional coaching. She is available for weekly lessons in Devils Lake (her home base) and travels locally and regionally to provide coaching, with additional travel opportunities considered on a limited basis.
With an athlete-centered approach and a focus on strong fundamentals and long-term development, lessons are designed to meet skaters where they are while helping them continue moving forward in their skating.
Join Coach Mal on the ice at an arena near you!
Lessons with are by request only and availability is limited. Book early to secure dates.
LESSON HIGHLIGHTS
Fresh Perspective: Skaters benefit from new drills and insights from a coach who understands the process—because she’s been through it.
New Energy: Guest visits bring a different energy to the ice, motivating skaters and creating excitement in training.
Professional Credibility: Coach Mal’s approach builds both confidence and clear skill progression.
Skill-based Approach: Lessons are designed around each skater’s current level, needs, and goals.
Challenging with Purpose: Coach Mal is known for pushing skaters just outside of their comfort zone in a way that creates real growth. Progress doesn’t happen by staying comfortable—it happens when skaters are challenged in the right way.
Focused Areas of Coaching: Coach Mal specializes in skating skills progression and pattern dance, with a strong emphasis on edges, turns, power, and overall technique. She also works with skaters on jump and spin development (through doubles), as well as performance and component development to help elevate both technical ability and overall presentation.
GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES FOR INDIVIDUAL FIGURE SKATING ATHLETES & CLUBS
There are multiple ways to train and grow with Coach Mal. From consistent weekly lessons in Devils Lake to customized guest coaching at your home rink, each opportunity is designed to support steady development, helping athletes and programs move forward with grit and grace.
MAIN SEASON PRIVATE LESSONS
DEVILS LAKE, ND
Coach Mal offers recurring private lessons during the main season in Devils Lake, ND through the Lake Region Figure Skating Club. Skaters work consistently toward their individual goals with clear progression and feedback.
Skaters from any program are welcome to travel to Devils Lake for lessons. Ice rental and times outside of LRFSC is managed through Oka Skating Academy.
EXTENDED SEASON PRIVATE LESSONS
DEVILS LAKE, ND
Athletes can train outside of the main season with Mal in the Spring, Summer, and Pre-Season. These lessons focus on sharpening skills for the main season. Build strength and step into your season feeling confident and prepared.
Ice rental and times are coordinated by Oka Skating Academy.
EXTENDED SEASON TRAVEL LESSONS
YOUR HOME RINK
Coach Mal travels to other locations and programs for focused private or semi-private lessons. These visits are ideal for skaters looking for concentrated technical feedback or preparation for testing and competition.
Ice can be coordinated based on availability, and lessons are customized to support each skater’s goals and current training needs.
GUEST COACHING & PROGRAM SUPPORT
DEVILS LAKE, ND
Coach Mal partners year-round with skating clubs and organizations as a guest coach to support athlete development and program growth.
Guest visits may include:
• Private or semi-private lessons
• Small group sessions
• Skills-focused clinics, workshops or intensives
• Program structure and development support
Each visit is tailored to the host club's needs and designed to strengthen both athletes and the overall program.
Hey, I'm Mallory.
Figure skating is a unique sport. It takes strength, power, and athleticism—but also control, patience, and performance.
That balance doesn’t happen overnight. It’s built through consistent work, showing up on the hard days, and learning how to move through challenges—not around them.
That’s where I come in.
At Oka, we focus on strong fundamentals, intentional training, and meeting skaters where they are. My goal is to help each skater build confidence in their skating and in themselves—so they can keep progressing with purpose.
Let’s get to work!
KEEP THE MOMENTUM GOING!
OTHER FIGURE SKATING OPPORTUNITIES
Every program offers something unique and is designed to help skaters grow with grit and grace.
