For most competitive figure skaters, a year without competition might seem like a setback. But for Cape Town student Mikhail Ajam, the past season has been a lesson in patience, perspective, andthe rarely spoken challenges of finding the right partner in ice dance. At eight years old, Mikhail’s first experience on the ice came during […]

For most competitive skaters, the journey begins not long after they can walk. But for Mathilda du Plessis, it started with a promise. “I was a very stubborn child,” she laughs. “Even at birthday parties, I refused to skate. But I promised my best friend I’d try for her 11th birthday. From the moment I […]

Her exceptional performances at the South African Figure Skating Association’s (SAFSA) recent National Championships in Johannesburg, not only earned Felicity Chase the award for the Most Impressive Performance at Nationals 2025, but also the honour to be the face of SAFSA for the 2026 season. No stranger to figure skating, Felicity — who turned seventeen […]

After more than two decades representing South Africa at the highest levels of international figure skating, Neil Garrard is stepping down from the ISU circuit. This marks the close of one of the continent’s most distinguished judging careers, defined by technical excellence, integrity, and a deep commitment to the sport he has served since 1965. […]

The 2025 Advanced Novice High-Performance National title was never a certainty for 15-year-old Tristané Schmulian. In fact, Nationals almost didn’t even happen at all. Plagued by injuries for much of the season and forced to adjust training, routines, and expectations, Tristané entered Nationals with the resolve of someone who had fought just to make it […]

Following her standout performance at the recent 2025 SAFSA National Championships, Junior Ladies Champion Jasmine Coetzee is making waves both locally and abroad. Her victory marks the next chapter in a journey that began on a small ice rink in Aktobe, Kazakhstan, and now points toward the 2030 Winter Olympics. “Despite all the challenges this […]

The South African Figure Skating Association (SAFSA) is proud to spotlight the outstanding contributions of Lisa Stigant, South Africa’s only ISU Technical Specialist, whose continued dedication has become an essential part of the country’s competitive figure skating landscape. She has served as an international Technical Specialist since 2010 and was promoted to full ISU Technical […]

The South African Figure Skating Association (SAFSA) extends its heartfelt thanks to all our sponsors for their generous support of the 2025 SAFSA National Championships. Your commitment to helping our athletes shine on the national stage is deeply appreciated, and we are proud to partner with organisations who share our passion for excellence, resilience, and […]

The South African Figure Skating Association (SAFSA), in partnership with the Central Gauteng Figure Skating Association, is proud to announce that the SAFSA National Championships 2025 will take place from Saturday, 3 May to Tuesday, 6 May 2025 at the Forest Hill Ice Arena in Centurion, Gauteng. This premier event on the national figure skating […]

Gian-Quen Isaacs is not only one of South Africa’s brightest figure skating talents, but she is also a powerful symbol of what it means to represent a nation with limited resources but limitless determination. At just 20 years old, Isaacs recently competed at the Four Continents Championships (4CC) in Seoul, marking the biggest moment of […]