The Mozart Cup, one of the most anticipated international competitions this year, kicks off in Salzburg, Austria. As the first event in the Challenger Series, it sets the stage for a thrilling season, with top Junior and Senior teams from around the globe vying for international medals.
Sweden's synchronized skating skaters and fans are buzzing with excitement as four junior teams prepare for the 2025 ISU World Junior Championships in Gothenburg. These teams—Team Spirit, Team Seaside, Team Moonlights, and Team Eternity—are not only vying for spots at this prestigious event, but also showcasing their dedication, creativity, and passion for the sport.
Synchro skating took center stage across three Japanese prefectures these past weeks. Seven synchro teams debuted their new season's routines during great weekend competitions. Who stood out? Let’s dive in!
With 2025 fast approaching, synchronized skating teams are preparing for competitions around the globe. This year, one of Jura Synchro’s partners, rooms4groups, offers specialized hotel booking services designed specifically for synchro teams and coaches, ensuring stress-free travel. Here’s what makes them stand out in five key points.
With an excellent free program, Team Unique kept the lead after Saturday's short program and won the competition. In the Junior category, Team Fintastic claimed the gold medal and Valley Bay Synchronics won the Novice division. The Novice and Junior category teams compete for a place in the Finnish championships, where the 12 best teams for both series are selected. The teams will be announced soon after this competition.
This weekend it is time for the second qualification competition in Finland, Tampere and also time for teams to show how they've improved their programs. On Saturday, Group 2 of Novice teams skated their free programs, and Seniors and Juniors competed with their short programs. Team Unique in Seniors and Team Fintastic are leading the competition after the first day. Starlights won the Novice competition.
Triple world champions in 2022, 2023 and 2024, Les Supremes Senior (CAN) team is starting this new 2024-2025 season with enthusiasm and why not win world gold once again. Marilyn Langlois, head coach, shares behind the scenes of their preparation.
While synchronized skating celebrates its 40th anniversary in Finland this year, the adult team JääLeidit from Helsinki marks 20 years of synchro, led by team spirit and determination.
With a amazing free program on Sunday, the Helsinki Rockettes secured the gold medal at the first national qualification competition. In Juniors, Dream Edges soared to victory, while Team Starlights narrowly edged out Team Dynamique by just half a point in the Novice category.
The season 2024-25 really started when the first qualification competition took place on Saturday in Jyväskylä, Central Finland. In the Novice competition, team Finettes won, and Helsinki Rockettes and Dream Edges took the lead after short programs.
After over 20 years of success with Marigold IceUnity, Anu Oksanen embarks on a new chapter by joining Team Unique’s coaching staff. In this exclusive interview, she reflects on her transition, the challenges ahead, and her continued passion for synchronized skating.
After an intense start to the synchronized skating season at the Shanghai Trophy, coaches from top teams like the Helsinki Rockettes (FIN) and Ice Fire (POL) shared their thoughts on their teams' performances. This first international competition provided valuable experience and feedback for the season ahead.