SwanSyncSation
SwanSyncSation is an award-winning Synchronized Skating program, fielding teams beginning at Aspire 1. We are a proud member of the Wisconsin Inspire Co-Op, which brings together skaters and coaches in Southern Wisconsin who share a passion for synchronized skating. The co-op carries our Swans on to qualifying level skating with our other foundation level teams.
Our foundation teams are the roots to the Wisconsin Inspire Co-Op.
Synchronized skating is the fastest-growing discipline within the United States Figure Skating Association, topping singles, pairs, and ice dance and offers athletes the chance to compete with a team and learn the value of teamwork and camaraderie. Formed in 1956 by Dr. Richard Porter, the sport was known as “precision skating” for the intricate moves skaters perform on the ice together. U.S. Figure Skating held the first U.S. Synchronized Skating Championships in 1984 and the first World Synchronized Skating Championships in 2000. Today, there are about 600 registered synchronized teams in the United States.
Teams of five to twenty skaters perform challenging formations and step sequences together, and competitions use the same judging system as singles, pairs and ice dance. As with other disciplines, all teams perform a free skate with required elements, and junior- and senior-level teams also perform a short program.
What We Offer
Our program, established in the 1990’s, has a tradition of excellence both in results and in skater development. Our Swans have joined the Inspire co-op to receive national medals for the Juvenile and Intermediate divisions. Many Swan Alum members have also gone on to become Sectional and National medalists in the Collegiate, Junior and Senior divisions with appearances at the ISU World Synchronized Skating Championships.
Joining the WI Inspire cooperative gives our long standing program advantages, that other programs don’t offer.
Highlights
- Big Buddy programs with our Inspire "siblings"
- Co-op clinics with guest coaches
- More skaters means lower yearly dues and workshops and seminars while bringing in national level coaches
- Access to a sectional and national level coaching staff both in synchronized and singles skating in various disciplines
- Identity retention: All WI Inspire jackets include the name of your home skating club or area to continue to represent your roots!
- Team bonding events both in and out of the rinks, to foster relationships across our foundational team skaters
Synchro Progression
ASPIRE SYNCHRO
- Learn to Skate USA badge program designed for group classes (Synchro Babes)
- Aspire synchro, levels 1-4, are introductory levels of synchronized skating that are offered at synchronized skating non qualifying competitions and Compete USA competitions
DEVELOPMENTAL LEVELS
- Preliminary, pre-juvenile, open juvenile, open collegiate, open adult, open masters
- Can compete at any non qualifying synchronized skating competition
- These levels are offered at the U.S. Synchronized Sectional Championships
COMPETITIVE LEVELS
- Juvenile, intermediate, novice, junior, senior, collegiate, adult, masters
- Can compete at any non qualifying synchronized skating competition
- Enter their respective sectional championships to qualify for the U.S. Synchronized Skating Championships
- Top-performing teams at the junior and senior level can earn the opportunity to be part of Team USA, with two teams selected to represent the United States at the ISU World Junior and ISU World Synchronized Skating Championships
Wisconsin Inspire Co-Op
Wisconsin Inspire offers elite level synchronized skating in Southern Wisconsin. Experienced skaters from many different synchro programs, rinks and clubs join together to skate on national qualifying levels.
THE WISCONSIN INSPIRE COOPERATIVE brings together skaters and coaches in Southern Wisconsin who share a passion for synchronized skating. Members of the Wisconsin Inspire Cooperative learn more about the world of synchronized skating while sharing their knowledge of the sport. In addition, members have access to training clinics and camps to build their skating skills. With no single club affiliation, this program provides an opportunity to skate on elite level synchronized skating teams, while still representing a skater's home program.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if my child is ready?
- Our program does not require any prior experience to try out. Your skater should feel comfortable skating independently, joining friends, and competing in front of an audience. Skaters are recommended to be a minimum of 4 years old.
How long is your season?
- Tryouts occur in March/April and our competition season runs from July-February
How often do you practice?
- Our Aspire 1 team practices on Mondays for about an hour and our Aspire 2/3/4 team practices on Monday and Wednesday for a total of about 2 hours
How much does your program cost?
- The cost per team is calculated based on the number of skaters and competitions. Please reach out if you would like to know more.
How many competitions do you compete at?
- Our Aspire 1 team competes at 2-3 competitions and our Aspire 2/3/4 team competes at 5 competitions. Both teams also perform at our annual Holiday Exhibition in Beaver Dam, End of the Season Co-op Exhibition in Madison, and our annual Ice Show in Beaver Dam.
