Jia Shin explores a more mature path for 2026–27

South Korea’s Jia Shin during Golden Skate’s interview at Zenith Ice Rink in Seoul. Photo © Warren Kim/Golden Skate.
Jia Shin embraces a more mature direction
Following the Milano Olympics, South Korea’s Jia Shin is preparing for the 2026–27 season with a desire to explore a more mature side of her skating. Working with longtime coach Hyun-jung Chi and choreographers Shae-Lynn Bourne and Jeffrey Buttle, the 18-year-old is moving beyond the lyrical style that defined