UK Coaching has revealed the finalists for the 2024 UK Coaching Awards, with winners to be announced at the prestigious event due to take place on 10 December.
Amongst the finalists is BIS member and figure skating coach Louise Walden-Edwards, who is up for the Online Coach of the Year award - for the second year in a row!
We'd like to congratulate Louise on this phenomenal achievement, and wish her the best of luck for the Awards ceremony in December!
From UK Coaching: Innovative figure skating and fitness coach Louise traverses time zones delivering engaging, holistic Zoom sessions enriched by her empathetic delivery and unwavering dedication to exercise for all, from aspirational champion skaters to those craving social connection.
Louise supports participants from 7 to 81 years of age to realise specific goals in an accountable, safe environment, and has ensured that neurodiverse participants and people who have experienced barriers to participation feel welcome and empowered, forging strong community bonds.
Podium placings at world and national figure skating championships rank among her students’ achievements, while Louise’s commitment has seen her nominated for a range of awards.
An Inclusive Skating Safety Advisor, Louise has established a strong online presence through the creation of free-to-access workouts, classes and communities.
The UK Coaching Awards is a prestigious event within the coaching community and celebrates coaches at all levels across the nation. From the elite to the grassroots, they were established to recognise the invaluable role coaches play in building a happier and healthier society – whether masterminding a gold medal moment that can inspire thousands, or turning up week in, week out to support participants at a community sports club.
With previous award winners including Judy Murray and Aston Moore (Lifetime Achievement award), Sarina Wiegman (Great Coaching Moment of the Year), and the coaches behind Lucy Bronze and Ben Stokes’ path to success (Coaching Chain award), the awards reflect the unforgettable coaching highlights of each year and the tireless work that goes on behind the scenes.
"We are very excited to announce the finalists of the 2024 UK Coaching Awards. Each year we see true excellence from our coaches in the UK at every level, and it is a welcome challenge to select our finalists. Coaches across the nation can all be proud of the incredible contribution they make to health and well-being in the UK."
Mark Gannon, UK Coaching CEO