Annick Dumont is a French figure skating coach who has worked primarily with single skaters at the national and international levels. She is based in Lyon, France, where she has been affiliated with the Club des Sports de Glace de Lyon (CSG Lyon), one of the country's prominent training centers for figure skating.
Career
Dumont began coaching in the early 1990s and has remained active in the sport for several decades. Her coaching responsibilities have included developing technical elements, choreography, and competition preparation for her athletes. She is recognized within the French figure skating community for contributing to the training of skaters who have competed at French national championships and represented France in ISU (International Skating Union) events.
Notable Students
Among the athletes coached by Annick Dumont are:
| Skater | Discipline | Notable achievements while under Dumont’s guidance |
|---|---|---|
| Florent Amodio | Men's singles | Multiple French national titles; competitor at European and World Championships |
| Other French national‑level skaters | Singles (men’s and women’s) | Participation in national championships and selection for international competitions |
Coaching Philosophy and Methods
While specific details of Dumont’s coaching methodology are not extensively documented in publicly available sources, she is reported to emphasize a balanced approach that integrates technical skill development with artistic expression, aligning with the training standards of the French Figure Skating Federation.
Affiliations
- Club des Sports de Glace de Lyon (CSG Lyon) – Primary training venue
- French Figure Skating Federation – Professional affiliation as a certified coach
Recognition
Annick Dumont is regarded as an experienced figure skating coach within France, having contributed to the development of athletes who have attained national titles and represented the country in major ISU competitions. Specific awards or honors directly attributed to her coaching career have not been widely reported.
References
- French Figure Skating Federation (Fédération Française des Sports de Glace) – Coach listings and training center information.
- Competition records from the International Skating Union (ISU) indicating athlete participation and coaching credits.
Note: Information regarding Annick Dumont’s personal background, such as date of birth, is not extensively documented in publicly accessible encyclopedic sources.