From first glide to greatness, we help.
Ryan Hu
Founder and President
Ryan is a dedicated junior high schooler. His love for skating began at the age of 9 in Melbourne, Australia, where, despite the scarcity of skating resources, his determination was evident. Waking up at 4:30 a.m. every day to train before school, Ryan demonstrated a remarkable passion and discipline from a young age.
After relocating to Philly, Ryan trained as a singles' skater at the Skating Club of Wilmington, under the expert mentorship of Olympian coach Viktor Pfeifer and acclaimed choreographer Irina Romanova. In 2023, Ryan made the exciting transition to ice dance, partnering with Michelle Deych and joining forces with the world-renowned coaching team led by Igor Shpilband. Their hard work and synergy paid off when they captured second place in Novice Ice Dance at the 2024 U.S. Figure Skating Championships. During the 2024-2025 season, they shone in the National Qualifying Series (NQS), secured a coveted spot on Team USA, and proudly represented their country at their first ISU Junior Grand Prix in Latvia.
Beyond his dedication to skating, Ryan enjoys immersing himself in the world of literature, experimenting with intricate culinary creations, and is fascinated by the dynamics of the stock market.
For Ryan, skating offers an exhilarating sense of freedom—like soaring through the air. He is deeply passionate about sharing the joy of skating with others, especially aspiring young skaters. Ryan aims to spread his enthusiasm for skating worldwide by engaging in community service.
Abigail Fulton
Vice-president
Abigail Fulton is a dynamic figure skater from Bloomfield Hills, MI, and a proud member of the Detroit Skating Club. Her skating journey spans multiple disciplines, including synchronized skating, hockey, and figure skating. Abigail competed with Arctic Edge Unity at the Intermediate level for four seasons, representing her team in five Sectional Championships. A versatile athlete, she also played varsity girls’ hockey for the Birmingham/Bloomfield Blackhawks, contributing to their 2023 state championship victory. She is also a member of the Bloomfield Hills varsity figure skating team.
Off the ice, Abigail is a dedicated student at the International Academy OKMA, pursuing the rigorous IB Diploma while balancing her athletic commitments. With a deep passion for medicine and science, she aspires to a future in orthopedic medicine and biomedical engineering.
Beyond academics and skating, Abigail is an artist at heart. She spends her free time designing jewelry pieces and sketching, channeling her creativity into unique forms of expression.
Abigail aspires to share her passion for skating with the local community through meaningful acts of service.
Coco Zhang
Chapter President
(Skating Club of Wilmington)
Coco Zhang is an accomplished figure skater who began her skating career in synchronized skating, where she and her teammates earned multiple awards in Eastern Region competitions. At age 9, she transitioned to singles competition, excelling in the National Qualifying Series from Juvenile to Novice levels. Her impressive performance at the Eastern Region Finals earned her a place in the 2024 U.S. Figure Skating National Championships at the Junior level, a remarkable achievement at just 12 years old.
Coco is currently an 8th-grade student at The Tatnall School in Delaware. She is a passionate athlete with interests in swimming, skiing and more. Known for her outgoing nature and love for team collaboration, she also enjoys baking, travelling with her family, and reflecting on her adventures through writing.
Coco has committed herself to volunteering at the local skating club. With the Bladebond Foundation, she seeks to empower young skaters by helping them access the same resources that have supported her journey.