Elite U Ice Camps

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Adam Solya

Adam Solya

Choreographer

  • I have spent many years in the world of figure skating, first as a single skater and later as an ice dancer, participating in numerous national and international competitions. Alongside my athletic pursuits, I developed a deep passion for dance, leading me to pursue formal training at the Hungarian Dance Academy, where I earned my first diploma in classical ballet and modern dance. Additionally, I obtained a second diploma in health care pedagogy, further enriching my understanding of movement and physical education.

    My career has encompassed diverse experiences, including membership in modern ballet and contemporary dance companies, as well as performances in various musical productions as a professional dancer-actor.

    With over 15 years of choreographic experience, I have worked on national, international, and Olympic levels, nurturing the talents of athletes from 12 different countries and nationalities, including notable figures such as Loena Hendrickx (BEL), who achieved a gold medal at the European Championships in 2024.

    Currently serving as a docent at the Royal Conservatorium Brussels, I am deeply committed to fostering the artistic development of my students.

    As a figure skating choreographer, my primary focus is on preserving the individuality of each athlete while elevating their artistic identity to new heights.

    I am renowned for my adept integration of classical ballet, modern dance, and contemporary movements into my choreographies, and I also bring a dramatic flair to my work, drawing from my extensive acting background to enhances the interpretation of music and complements the skater's unique style on the ice.

    Continuously dedicated to professional growth to ensuring that my choreographic work remains innovative and artistically enriched.

Marina Shirshova

Marina Shirshova

Technical Coach

  • I embarked on a dynamic career in single skating that spanned 15 years, during which I honed my skills and passion for the sport. Following the conclusion of my athletic journey, I pursued further education at the esteemed Lesgaft Academy of Physical Culture and Sports under the mentorship of Professor Mishin, culminating in the successful defense of my diploma.

    Transitioning from athlete to artist, I spent six fulfilling years as a performer in the Leningrad State Ice Ballet, where I continued to immerse myself in the world of figure skating.

    Since 1996, I have been privileged to serve as a figure skating coach in Finland, where I have had the honor of training 12 talented individuals who have gone on to represent the national teams of Finland. Their remarkable achievements include multiple championship titles in Finland and the Nordic countries across various categories since 2009, as well as notable successes in international competitions sanctioned by the International Skating Union (ISU).

    Over the years, I have had the opportunity to collaborate with numerous European clubs, lending my expertise to summer camps and national team training programs. My teaching philosophy revolves around fostering a harmonious training environment that prioritizes safety and progression, adhering to the principles of physics.

Skating Camps

Summer Camps 2025 will take place in IMATRA, FINLAND in the period of 16 June - 19 July 2025.

Camp 1:  16.06-20.06  Seniors, Juniors, Novice, Springs
Camp 2:  23.06-28.06  Seniors, Juniors, Novice, Springs
Camp 3:  30.06-05.07  Seniors, Juniors, Novice, Springs
Camp 4:  07.07-12.07  Seniors, Juniors, Novice, Springs, Cubs, Chicks A
Camp 5:  14.07-19.07  Seniors, Juniors, Novice, Springs, Cubs, Chicks B

Groups in the camp

E  Elite group Juniors / Seniors, members of National Teams (all triple jumps, 3-3 combinations, 3A and work on quads)
ASeniors / Juniors / Advanced Novice (stable 2A , 1-2 triple jump, working on 3-3 combinations)
BSM-Noviisit ja Debytantit / Novice and Intermediate Novice (working on 2A and triple jumps)
CSilmut A ja Noviisit/ Basic Novice and Springs A (all duble jumps, 2-2-2 combinations, working on 2A and triple jumps)
DSilmut B ja Minit / Springs B and Cubs (working on duble jumps, 2-2 combinations and 2A)
FMinit / Chicks A (single jumps, 1A, working on duble jumps)
TTintit / Chicks B (working on single jumps and 1A)

The coaching team reserves the right to move athletes in accordance with their current technical level.

Training packages

E A B C 25h 45min practice/week 26, 27, 28, 29
11 x 60 min  technique on the ice
3 x 30 min  skating skills with Adam Solya
6 x 60 min  off-ice ( athletic )
5 x 45 min  dance class
5 x 30 min  rotation ( jump technique on the floor)

Group D F  23h 45min practice/week 26, 27, 28, 29
9 x 60 min and 2 x 45min  technique on the ice
2 x 30 min  skating skills
6 x 60 min  off-ice (athletic)
5 x 45 min  dance class
5 x 30 min  rotation (jump technique on the floor)

Group T  22h 30min practice/week 26, 27, 28, 29
8 x 60 min and 3 x 45 min  technique on the ice
6 x 60 min  off-ice (athletic)
5 x 45 min  dance class
5 x 30 min  rotation (jump technique on the floor)

Week 25 is one day shorter due to Midsummer celebration in Finland.

Prices

Summer Camp 2025

  • Groups E A B C
    1 week 580€ (week 25 - 500€)
    2 weeks 1110€ (week 25 + one week - 1030€)
    3 weeks 1590€ (week 25 + two weeks - 1510€)

    Groups D F
    1 week 550€ (week 25 - 475€)
    2 weeks 1050€ (week 25 + one week - 900€)
    3 weeks 1485€ (week 25 + two weeks - 1410€)

    Group T
    1 week 525€

    The €50 registration fee (non-refundable) is included in the total price. The invoice will be sent after the entry form is completed.
    We also have a special offer for four- and five-week camps. Please contact us directly for more information.

    REGISTRATION

  • Payment Terms

    1. The €50 registration fee is non-refundable.
    2. Payments will not be refunded in the event of injury or illness. Please utilize your travel or supplementary health insurance for such situations.
    3. The final camp invoice will be issued at the beginning of April 2025.
    4. If the camp invoice is not paid by the payment deadline, the organizer reserves the right to offer the spot to the next skater.
    5. A cancellation made between May 1 and May 31, 2025, will incur a charge of 50% of the booking fee. After June 1, 2025, a charge of 100% of the booking fee will apply for cancellations.

    Adam Solya offers choreography services for skaters at the advanced novice-junior-senior level. To register in advance, and for all questions regarding choreography (selection of music, cost, etc.) please contact here: info@eliteuicecamps.com

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