Natalia is a 5-time Ukrainian National Champion, and 2014 Olympian, placing 9th at the Sochi Winter Olympic Games Team Event. During her competitive career, Natalia competed at four World Championships (2012-2015). She is also a 5-time European Championships Finalist, 3-time Senior Grand Prix competitor, and 5-time ISU Senior International competitions gold and silver medalist. Natalia has a B. Ph. Ed. (Ukraine). Natalia was trained and mentored in New Jersey, USA by Olympic coaches Galina Zmievskaya, and Olympic Champion Viktor Petrenko. She began coaching in USA in 2012, and is a NCCP National Certified coach. She also served on the technical panel at numerous competitions. Natalia is currently teaching students from the Learn to Skate level through Competitive and choreographs programs of all levels.
Natalia is a passionate coach who guides skaters to achieve their goals and potential. She strives to not only help skaters improve, but also grow into confident individuals. Natalia continues to share her experience, knowledge and love for figure skating with others.
Competitive records:
2014 Olympian, 5-time Ukrainian National Champion, 4-time World Championships Competitor, 5-time European Championships Finalist, 3-time Senior Grand Prix Competitor , 5-time ISU Senior International competitions gold and silver medalist
Natalia can be reached at (647) 535-7585, or popovanataliaisu@gmail.com