
Welcome to
Nama Skate!
Figure Skating, Online Yoga, Stretch, and Health
for Figure Skaters and the Athletic Minded

About Me
My name is Deana Spencer and I have been a coach for over 20 years. I am the creator and founder of Nama Skates (formerly Nama Sports), an online yoga platform specifically designed for skaters and the athletic-minded.
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I coach skaters in Freestyle and MIF and I also have experience in Pairs. I have a huge passion for Adult Skating. I, myself, began skating at the late age of 20 years old, so I can relate and tell you first-hand that you can do anything you set your mind to.
I began coaching in the Southern California area in 1997 and joined the Cedar Park and Austin coaching staff in 2022.
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I trained mostly in Pairs and Free Skate. I continue to compete nationally as an adult skater. I have had the privilege of being coached by International and Olympic competitors such as Geoffry Varner, Bob Pellaton, and Yuri Ovchinnikov. I have passed my Gold MIF, Silver Free Skate, and Intermediate Pairs.
I am a certified Health/Nutrition Coach and Yoga Instructor and I have a bachelor’s degree is in Psychology with an emphasis in Sport Psychology.
Helping others achieve their goals is one of my top passions. I've always been very goal-oriented, constantly keeping myself busy with new things on the horizon. I believe that anyone can achieve whatever goal they desire...if they are willing to work for it and face themselves.
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Coaches all ages / Specialties: Adult Skating
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What I Want To Do For You
We were not meant to "settle" for mediocrity. We are meant to imagine, create, and DO the things that our hearts are pulling us towards. Whether it's to be a top athlete, start a new business, be a great parent, or meet a fitness goal, we are meant to strive to be our best. By being our best, we can then present to the world who we truly are...and that is our authentic, kick-ass, awesome self!
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To help my clients become as successful as possible, I honor their personal goals regardless of how "small" or "big" they may seem. I focus on helping you understand yourself by providing insight and applying different techniques to help break bad habits and create new ones. As well, I pay attention to the mental aspect of lifestyle changes and will teach you how to overcome obstacles such as fear, frustration, roadblocks, decision making, and even trying something new to break down the walls that are holding you back. Overall, I approach it in a holistic sense by integrating various approaches to help you achieve their goals.
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I've always been interested in psychology, fitness, and nutrition, and especially how to master the mindset needed to be successful in these areas, and now I want to help you succeed!
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I use an integrative approach with all my services. Our lives are multi-faceted and even though we may be working towards a specific goal, something in another area of our life may be holding us back. As always, let me know if you should have any questions.

MY EXPERIENCE
My experience includes:
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Figure Skating & Hockey Edge Coach for 20+ years
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PSA Registered Group Instructor
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USFS Registered CER Compliant Coach
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PSA Member
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USFS SafeSport Training,
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Awarded the 2012 Coach of the Year Award (SDFSC)
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Previously sat as Vice President on the SDFSC Board
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Editor-in-Chief/Writer for the SDFSC Newsletter.
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​Certified Health & Nutrition Coach (IIN Certified)
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Certified Yoga Instructor (200 YTT)
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BS in Psychology Humanistic Studies (Sport Psychology) w/honors*
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BA in Psychology w/honors*
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*Not licensed