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Editha "Dita" Dotson-Bowser is the Director of Skating for the Huntsville Skating School. She is a long-time Huntsville resident and Johnson High School graduate. Dita has been a World, International and National Competitor and Medallist. She was a featured soloist with Dorothy Hamill, Robin Cousins, and John Curry Touring Companies. Ms. Dotson-Bowser was also nominated by the USOC and USFSA for developmental Coach of the Year. Dita is a quadruple Gold Medallist for USFSA and ISU Figures and Freestyle.
Dita, along with her husband, Jim Bowser, a quadruple Gold Medallist in USFSA Ice Dance and the 1983 World Professional Ice Dancing Champion, coach some of the most promising teams in Huntsville. Their unique combination of skills make them a dynamic team with attention to all details of ice skating and dancing.
A lot of businesses have 5-year plans. It's unusual to meet a 15-year old and an eleven-year old with a vision for five years down the road. But David Sanders and Amanda Harris, skating together for only two years, have their eye on the gold in 2006.
The young pair were recently selected by the United States Figure Skating Association to represent the U.S. in the North American Challenge in Canada. They walked away with first place in the Pairs Event in Vancouver, Canada in August, 2001. They competed in the Novice Division--the highest level they could compete in for Amanda's age.
This talented pair practice three hours a day on the ice and one hour off the ice. David has been skating for 9 years. He fell in love with the sport while attending a public skating rink when his family was on vacation. Amanda has been skating for 5 years.
Their coaches paired them up two years ago. Both the skaters are homeschooled so that they can accommodate their many hours of practice. Both skaters show a maturity and talent well beyond their years. Watch for David Sanders and Amanda Harris in 2006!
If you'd like more information about The Huntsville Skating School, call 256-883-3773.
