Skater Biography
Illia Synelnikov
Villard-de-Lans, France
Skating Video
At A Glance
| Discipline | Dance |
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| Level | Junior |
| Age | 19 |
| Height | 6'1" / 185 cm |
| Location | Villard-de-Lans, France |
| Citizenship | Ukraine |
| Will relocate? | undecided |
| Updated | 04/08/26 |
Contact & Training
| sontc.sontca@gmail.com | |
| Telephone | +33783429717 |
| Date of Birth | 06/29/2007 |
| Coach | Karine Arribert |
| Coach Email | karine.arribert@wanadoo.fr |
| Coach Telephone | +33608234240 |
Wants to Compete
| Dance | Junior |
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Physical Info
| Gender | Male |
|---|---|
| Weight | 172 lbs |
| Eye Color | brown |
| Hair Color | brown |
Competitive History
| Competition | Category | Placement | Competitors |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edge Cup 2026 | Junior ice dance | 11 | 23 |
| Pavel Roman Memorial 2025 | Junior ice dance | 9 | 16 |
| Egna Dance Trophy 2025 | Junior ice dance | 13 | 18 |
| Sofia Trophy 2025 | Junior ice dance | 6 | 10 |
| JGP Yerevan 2023 | Junior ice dance | 9 | 11 |
Goals
Short-term goals:
To find a highly motivated and committed long-term partner with strong technical and skating skills, with whom I can build a competitive and ambitious partnership. To rapidly develop all aspects of my skating, including edge quality, performance, and technical precision, and to establish ourselves as a strong team at the international junior/senior level.
Long-term goals:
To reach the highest level in ice dance, competing for top placements at major international events such as the ISU Championships, World Championships and ultimately the Olympic Games.
Partner Search
I am a dedicated, disciplined, and highly motivated athlete with a strong work ethic and a clear focus on long-term goals. I am consistent in training, open to feedback, and always striving to improve both technically and artistically.
I value communication, mutual respect, and trust within a partnership. I am reliable, supportive, and fully committed to building a strong and stable team, where both partners push each other to reach their highest potential.
I am also adaptable and positive, able to work through challenges and maintain focus under pressure, which I believe is essential for a successful ice dance partnership.
Additional Information
Over the past three seasons, I have represented France in international competitions, gaining valuable experience at a high level. I am open to serious opportunities and committed to building a strong, competitive partnership for the upcoming seasons.
I am fluent in Ukrainian, French, English, Russian, and Romanian, with a basic knowledge of Italian and German. I am currently studying economics at a French university alongside my athletic career.
My Inst.: illiasynelnikov
In addition to skating, I have a strong musical background and play the piano at an advanced level, which supports my interpretation and performance in ice dance.