Start a Freelance Skating Coach Business

Parents of young beginners, adults learning for fun or fitness, and skaters training for tests or recreational competitions.

You charge per lesson, often per half hour or hour, and may sell lesson packs. Some rinks take a fee or require you to pay for ice time.

• Strong skating ability
• Patience and clear teaching
• Safe coaching of children
• Reliable scheduling

• General liability insurance, and check whether the rink requires its own coverage or proof of insurance
• Background checks and safe sport training are often required when coaching minors, check with the rink and any governing body
• Rink agreements may limit independent coaches or require fees, so read terms before committing
• Check with your city or county about any business license needed
• Falls and injuries are a real risk, consider a signed waiver and ask an insurer or attorney about it

Startup costs are typically around $300 to $1,500, depending on insurance, any rink fees and the training or checks you need. Costs also depend on how you pay for ice or floor time.

Estimated monthly revenue is typically around $400 to $2,000, depending on how many lessons you teach, your rates and the ice or floor time you rent. Rink fees can reduce what you keep.

Check general liability insurance and whether the rink requires its own coverage. Background checks and safe sport training are often required when coaching minors. Also read rink agreement terms, ask your city or county about a business license, and consider a waiver.