Private ice skating coach

Parents of children who want to learn to skate, adults who want to learn or improve, and families preparing for hockey or figure skating.

Hourly or per-lesson rate paid by the learner, usually with the rink taking a fee for ice time or coaching access. Regular weekly students build steady income.

• Confident skating and good balance
• Patience with beginners and children
• Clear, encouraging communication

• Most rinks require coaches to have liability insurance, a background check and sometimes SafeSport training, so check each rink's rules
• Rinks often charge coaches an ice fee or commission, which affects your profit
• Working with minors usually requires background screening, check what your rink and any membership organization require
• Ice time is limited and income is seasonal in some areas

Startup costs are typically estimated at around $300 to $1,500, depending on what equipment you already own and what your rink requires, such as liability insurance, background checks or safety training.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $300 to $1,500, depending on how many lesson slots you fill. Rinks often charge coaches an ice fee or commission, which affects your profit, and income can be seasonal in some areas.

Check each rink's rules. Most require coaches to have liability insurance, a background check and sometimes SafeSport training. Working with minors usually requires background screening, so check what your rink and any membership organization require.