My name is Jenn Kass

I fell in love with the sport of figure skating before I even stepped on the ice at 6 years old. I grew up studying skating, and discovered passion and talent for competition, choreography, improvisation, and performance. Raised in Northern Colorado, I spent 16 years competing in the Southwestern Region before continuing on to represent the University of Colorado-Boulder, on their competitive skating team. I graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Cultural Anthropology which I applied during my 5 year world tour with Disney On Ice. I had the great honor and privilege of portraying the role of Elsa as well as many other memorable characters throughout my time with the company.

My touring career came to an end in 2016 when I chose to pursue more creative endeavors in New York City. The Ice Theatre of New York welcomed me onto their performance ensemble cast in early 2017. I was honored to represent them as I performed at various locations throughout the city. Participation with the Ice Theatre allowed me to work with children and communities to provide opportunities for them to discover the joy of skating. I was fortunate to gain professional exposure while being cast for productions and brands such as Saturday Night Live, SELF Magazine and Sleep Number.

My true passion is helping my skating students, regardless of age or skill level, to explore the freedom and creativity that I discovered on the ice as a child. In 2018, I established my own coaching business, Coach Jenn LLC, and have supported the competitive and performance goals for many young skaters in the NYC area. In 2020, I became the Director of Figure Skating at Navesink Country Club in Red Bank New Jersey where I have found a new rink to call home and community to call family. The sport has enriched and enhanced my life and I aspire to give back what I can to the skating community as a whole.

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I’ve been fortunate to build strong relationships and work with brands such as Saturday Night Live, SELF Magazine and Sleep Number.

'Chasing that passion': Coach Jenn aims to get your kids hooked on figure skating

Brett Kimmins

Special to the Asbury Park Press