That's because much of the world's top ice dancing talent has gravitated to a pioneering training site called the Ice Academy of Montreal. The academy where they train, known as I.AM, is housed in the unassuming Gadbois sports complex, tucked into what was once a working-class neighborhood of Montreal. The last three Olympic champions have all trained in Montreal and the academy's delegation at the upcoming Winter Games could surpass that of some countries, he said. - 'Loving environment' -Founded in 2014, the Montreal academy has aimed to break away from the rigidity that once defined elite ice dance training. The Montreal academy also opens the bleachers to the public during training, which allows ice dance enthusiasts like Anne Belcourt-Lafleur to look on.

Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha January 27, 2026 02:44 UTC