Ice to see you: Greenock skaters show off skills at super Waterfront showcase
The showcase featured 26 skaters aged between seven and 31, who dazzled with their routines on the ice at the Waterfront Rink.
There were two group skates, duets, a competitive programme and others who created their own routines.
(Image: George Munro)
(Image: George Munro)
(Image: George Munro) Ice skating coach Megan McGeachy said: "The showcase event was a great success which brought an electric atmosphere to the rink and drew an incredible crowd of around 130 spectators.
"The audience was lively and fully engaged, loving every moment from start to finish."
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She heaped praise on the skaters for their wonderful performances.
Megan said: "The skaters truly delivered a phenomenal performance, filled with drama, laughs, and unforgettable excitement.
"From solo routines to duets and group numbers, their energy and talent shone through in every routine."
The Tele caught up with Megan at the dress rehearsal and said that she had been impressed by the standard and that all the girls had trained very hard.
Megan said: "It's nice to see all the skaters coming together as one team. "It's lovely for the parents to see all the hard work their children have done."
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The Waterfront Ice Skating Club runs practice sessions Monday to Thursday, and on Saturday and Sundays.
It has two groups - one from 14 and under and the other for those 15 and over.
Megan said she had had rave reviews from from parents and audience members.
One said: "This has to be hands down one of the best nights. From decor, routines, getting to see girls free skates, the dresses, costumes, lighting, the lot. Just wow.
"This was a brilliant night."
A second fan said: "It all looked amazing. I loved how the rink was dressed up to take part."
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(Image: Contributed) Another person added: "Well done everyone, you were all fabulous. "It was great to see everyone having fun at their own rink in all their finery.
"Thanks Megan for all the hard work in all the organising the event."
Megan added her thanks to coach Kayleigh Munro for all her guidance and support in making the event a reality, as well as everyone who helped with the set in the run up to the event.
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