Coaches

I am Coach Kate. I started my skating journey when I was little through my senior year of high school.

I have been coaching with WFSC for 26 years! It does not seem like that is possible, but I still enjoy instructing new skaters just learning the skills as well as the skaters I have coached for years. I coach all levels of skating offered at WFSC from Snowplow to Accelerated, as well as our specialty classes.

You can reach me at my email: katiegrulke@gmail.com

I am typically at the rink Saturday mornings, however during Ice Show season you will see me a lot more.

I am Coach Stephanie (Steph). I started my skating journey when I was 5 years old and finishing it when I graduated, 13 years later. 

I went to college and graduated from UW-Whitewater. I moved back home and started my professional journey, leading me to Walsworth in Ripon as a Project Coordinator.

I was approached to come back and coach in 2015, and haven’t turned back. Entering my 10th year at WFSC, I have had the opportunity to coach all levels offered from Snowplow up to Accelerated.

I am not currently accepting new skaters for private lessons, but am always happy to recommend a coach. 

You can reach me at my email: fletchersn09@gmail.com

I am always around the rink to help with any of your questions, do not hesitate to ask.

Hi, I am Hailey (Mischler) Bresser! I got married in September of 2022 to my husband Joe Bresser and we have a 9 year old dog named Timmy. We had our first baby in August and are very excited for our adventure as parents! 

I started skating when I was 4 years old and skated until I graduated high school, about 14 years. I skated on the Waupun Synchronized team for about 5 years and did a few solo competitions. This is going to be my 7th year coaching. I've taught a variety of classes including snowplow, basic, free skate, AOE, power and jumps and spins. I passed my adult bronze skating skills in the summer of 2024 and am working on testing for my adult silver skating skills. I love watching all the skaters progress throughout the year and how comfortable they become with their skating! 

Outside of skating I work at Central Wisconsin Christian as a middle school paraprofessional and enjoy spending time with my family and friends outside of work.

I am currently accepting new skaters for private lessons. You can contact me at (920) 517-0860 or mischlerhb@gmail.com.

Hello, I’m Coach Brielle. My passion for skating started when I was 4 years old, skating with WFSC for 15 years and then UW-Eau Claire for another 3 years. I competed solo for 3 years, spent 12 years with Waupun Synchronized Skating Team and 3 years with the University of Wisconsin – Eau Claire Synchronized Skating Team. I have been coaching with Waupun for 11 seasons now.

Outside of skating I am a Medical Assistant, Emergency Medical Responder with the City of Waupun, and a Nursing student. I also act in plays, and love spending time with my dog Bailey.

Unfortunately at this time I am unable to take on any more private lessons. However, I am always available to answer any questions you or your skater may have while I’m at the rink.

Here’s to another great year of sharing my passion and sparking that same passion for the WFSC skaters❤️

“Why shouldn’t you tell jokes while ice skating? Because the ice might crack up!”

“What is a lazy figure skater’s favorite move? The layback spin”

Hello, my name is MaKenya Potratz, and I am thrilled to join the coaching staff after working as a coaching assistant in high school. I am currently a Nursing student at UW Oshkosh and will be graduating in December with my BSN/RN. I have been skating since I was 7 years old at WFSC I was a part of the Ice Sculptures synchronized skating team in Waupun for about 2 years, then joined the Swans in Beaver Dam for about 4 more years. I have also done some solo competitions in the past. I continued skating throughout high school, more for pleasure than for competition, until I graduated. Although I have only assisted with coaching the younger level skaters, such as Snowplow up to Basic 2, I am excited to continue coaching and am excited to work with all levels of skaters. I am unsure about private lessons at this time due to finishing school, but I am open to helping any skaters if they need it! You can reach me at my cell (920)-324-5371 or email makenya62403@gmail.com with any questions I may be able to help with.

Cecelia Wisner is a USFS Gold Medalist in Skating Skills, has her pre-gold medal in Freeskate, and Silver medal in Ice Dance. As part of her commitment to providing quality coaching to her students, Cecelia attends the annual Coaches Summit each year. Cecelia has earned a Registered/ Level 1 Accreditation for Moves in the Field/ Skating Skills and Certified/ Level 2 Accreditation for Group Instruction with USFS Outside of skating, Cecelia works as a pharmacy technician and in her free time enjoys spending time outdoors or reading a good book.

Hi, I am Gracie Braaksma. I am excited to start my second year of coaching at WFSC! I started skating when I was 2 years old and have been skating ever since. I skated on the Waupun synchronized skating team for 3 years, continued in Beaver Dam to skate for the Swans, skated a few more years for Wisconsin Inspire, then joined the Fondy Blades and skated with them. I was a part of Team USA for 2 years and traveled to Scotland and France. Skating has always been a very big thing in my life and I love the sport. I hope to help others love skating just as much as I do. I have taught levels up to Basic 6 and want to continue to coach higher levels. Outside of skating I work as a Resident Aide at the Christian Home in Waupun. I am attending MPTC in the Nursing Program and hope to become a RN in the future. I enjoy spending time with my friends, family, and walks at the Marsh. I am open to more private lessons this season. If you are interested you can contact me at (920) 260-1294 or gbraaksma05@icloud.com

Hi, I am Cassandra!

I am a Senior at Waupun High School. This will be my 13th year of skating. I competed as a soloist for 8 years, have been a member at multiple clubs, and have been on a few different synchro teams throughout the years. I plan to test my intermediate free skate this season. I am currently working on my junior moves and my silver dances with a goal of being a gold medalist in both. I am in accelerated class and am a member of the Axel Club. This season I will be a member of the Ice Sculptures Solo Team and the WFSC Ice Sculptures High School Team.

I was an assistant coach for two years in Beaver Dam and helped coach the Aspire 2 synchro team for a year. I was an assistant coach, then Junior Coach at WFSC. This is my second year of being a Junior Coach. I would be interested in accepting private lessons up to free skate 6. I could help your skater with freestyle, moves, and dance.

Hi, I am Hannah!

I have been a dedicated figure skater for nearly 16 years and have developed a deep love not only for the sport itself but also for sharing it with others. I am currently entering my senior year at Waupun High School. Through years of hard work in solos, synchronized skating, and numerous ice shows, I’ve grown into a committed athlete and a developing leader.

My figure skating journey began at the age of two. Since then, I have trained in both free skate and moves in the field, and I am currently working on my junior-level moves. I have competed in many different competitions, each helping me grow in skill, confidence, and discipline.

Alongside my personal development as a skater, I’ve discovered a strong passion for coaching. Over the past year, I began as an assistant coach for about a month before transitioning into a junior coaching role for the remainder of the season. As a coach, my goal is to create a fun and supportive learning environment where skaters can build confidence and develop a love for the sport. My favorite part of coaching is getting to know these young, talented athletes and watching them grow each practice.

Some of my goals for this upcoming season include landing all of my double jumps and finding creative, engaging ways to help skaters improve. I am currently in accelerated and aiming to complete my junior moves, with the goal of becoming a U.S. Figure Skating gold medalist. I will be joining the WFSC Ice Sculptures High School Team this season. While I am open to offering private lessons, my schedule is quite full, so my availability may be limited.

I’m very excited for this coming season and look forward to the opportunities it will bring!

Hi, my name is Claire Raisbeck! I am senior at Beaver Dam High School. I started figure skating when I was 3 years old and haven’t stopped since. I am a Gold medalist in moves in the field / Skating Skills and am Pre-Gold in Ice Dance. I started off as a solo skater. When I was 6 I was introduced to synchronized skating. Through my skating years I have been a member of many different teams. Most recently I was a member of Team USA ‘24-25, where I was honored to represent the United States in Great Britain and France. My team and I also earned the high honor in being named USFSA World Team alternates. 

My future goal is to be a veterinarian and own my own practice. I have 2 dogs, 2 cats, one guinea pig, 3 hermit crabs, and nine chickens… so far :)

I am open to accepting private lessons. I have learned so much throughout my skating career and I would love to share my knowledge with others!

You can reach me at (920)-296-1049 or claireraisbeck1@gmail.com.

I am always happy to help or answer any questions you might have! 

Hello figure skating friends and family! My name is Jill (Decker) Milani. My figure skating journey started when I was 4 years old with WFSC. I continued with skating for the club competitively both individually and with the synchronized teams through my senior year of high school. I then immediately began coaching for WFSC for 5 seasons. I returned to WFSC to coach in 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 season. I loved being able to share all my skating skills and knowledge with the young members of this club

I am currently not accepting any private lessons, but hope to return as an occasional guest coach when visiting WI.