Disney On Ice Performers Visit Gliding Stars Skating Program
Disney on Ice performers took a break from their busy Orlando schedule to spend some time with Gliding Stars of Central Florida this week!
The Gliding Stars organization provides individuals with disabilities the opportunity to not only learn to skate, but to grow both mentally and physically. The program and its host of volunteers run adaptive practices August through March, culminating in an annual ice show production!
Six star performers from Disney on Ice’s new “Road Trip Adventures” swung by the RDV Sportsplex Ice Den to hang out and skate with the Gliding Stars, starting their special practice with the Gliding Star chant, “I CAN DO IT! I CAN SKATE!”
Afterward, the Disney stars joined the Gliding Stars for some time on the ice, showing off tricks and just hanging out with this special group.
Disney on Ice star Chase Donelson showed off one of his specialty skills on the ice, hydroblading! The actor glided on the edge of his skates with his face just inches above the ground.
Donelson is looking forward to the show’s debut in Orlando September 2.
“We’ve been rehearsing for almost three months to get ready for this first performance at Amway Center this weekend … I love getting to share my passion for figure skating and Disney with the community,” he said.”
A sense of community is a big part the Gliding Stars program. And community outreach is a big part of Disney magic. Disney On Ice tour coordinator Hugh Rial said,
“Disney On Ice is always very thrilled to do anything we can for the community,” he said. “Outreach is one of the things that we love to do.”
If you’re in Orlando, catch the new Disney on Ice show, “Road Trip Adventures”, September 2-4 at the Amway Center, 400 W. Church St. Tickets start at $25 plus taxes and fees. For more information, visit disneyonice.com or amwaycenter.com.
Photo: Disneyonice.comFeature Photo: Patrick Connolly/Orlando Sentinel
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