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British Ice Skating is delighted to launch the new Let's Skate Activator Scheme – an exciting volunteer programme designed to help more people discover, enjoy and thrive in ice skating. Whether you're a passionate skater, a parent, a coach-in-training, or simply someone who wants to make a positive difference in your community, the Activator Scheme offers a rewarding opportunity to get involved, develop new skills and support the growth of Let's Skate sessions across the UK.

19 June 2026 Last week, a delegation from British Ice Skating including President Pam Aguss, CEO Maggie Still, and Board members Alistair Wilson and Mary Chapman, attended the 60th International Skating Union (ISU) Congress in Tenerife, Spain. Held every two years, Congress brings together ISU Member federations to elect office holders and discuss the future direction of the sport. This year’s Congress focused particularly on the next stages of implementing the ISU’s strategi

In light of recent organisational changes, and in an effort to align more closely with the ISU’s event strategy, we have been reviewing our events for the upcoming season and beyond. We are now pleased to announce the revised BIS Events Calendar for the 2026-27 season. 2026/27 BIS Event Calendar Event Start End Venue Singles, Pairs & Ice Dance (Couples) Qualifier 17/08/2026 21/08/2026 Ice Sheffield Pre-Novice Event Bolero Cup ISU International Ice Dance Competition 03/09/26 0

British Ice Skating can confirm the Grand Prix assignments for Great Britain’s senior ice dance teams for the 2026/27 ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating – the first major international series of the new Olympic cycle.

We are pleased to announce that exciting improvements are coming to British Ice Skating Skills Tests soon! A detailed review of National Skills Tests was recently carried out to identify improvements that will make them more accessible and relevant to the skating skills athletes need to succeed. The review was led by experienced judges and coaches, and has identified a number of developments which will give skaters and coaches greater flexibility. Figure skating is a rapidly