{"id":2787,"date":"2025-08-14T07:25:28","date_gmt":"2025-08-14T04:25:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vsaworld.com\/blog\/?p=2787"},"modified":"2025-08-14T07:25:29","modified_gmt":"2025-08-14T04:25:29","slug":"sirinatthaya-mahittivanicha-thailands-rising-star-in-figure-skating","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/vsaworld.com\/blog\/sirinatthaya-mahittivanicha-thailands-rising-star-in-figure-skating\/","title":{"rendered":"Sirinatthaya Mahittivanicha: Thailand\u2019s Rising Star in Figure Skating"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Sirinatthaya Mahittivanicha \u00a9 YouTube<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sirinatthaya (Ani) Mahittivanicha, a 13-year-old prodigy from Bangkok, has emerged as Thailand\u2019s most promising figure skater, captivating audiences with her skill and determination. Born on July 21, 2011, she has already claimed a gold medal at the 2023 Asian Open Figure Skating Trophy and multiple national titles, establishing herself as a trailblazer in a country where figure skating is still growing. Her journey inspires aspiring athletes across Southeast Asia. For those motivated to pursue skating or fitness inspired by Ani\u2019s achievements, consult your doctor before starting any new physical activity, especially if you have health concerns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Young Talent\u2019s Beginnings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Sirinatthaya\u2019s skating journey began at age seven in 2018, sparked by her fascination with the ice at Bangkok\u2019s IWIS International Skating Center. By 2020, she won her first Thailand National Figure Skating Championship at ISU Level 5, showcasing her potential. Her rapid rise continued with training stints at the Canadian Ice Academy in Mississauga, Ontario, in 2022\u20132023, where she competed in the Ontario Provincial and Sectional Series, earning top placements, per her Wikipedia profile. X users in 2025 praise her as \u201cThailand\u2019s ice princess,\u201d noting her early dedication.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

International Breakthrough<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In 2023, Sirinatthaya made history by winning gold in the Basic Novice Girls category at the Asian Open Figure Skating Trophy, a landmark achievement for Thai skating. She followed this with a silver medal at the 2025 Thailand Open Figure Skating Trophy in the Intermediate Novice Women\u2019s category. Her consistent success at the Thailand National Youth Games, securing gold in 2022\u20132025, underscores her dominance, per ISU results. X posts in 2025 highlight her \u201cgraceful spins and fearless jumps,\u201d reflecting her growing international recognition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A National Star<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Sirinatthaya\u2019s domestic achievements are equally impressive. She claimed gold at the Thailand National Figure Skating Championships in 2023 and 2024 (ISU Level 7) and is a four-time gold medalist at the Thailand National Youth Games (2022\u20132025). Currently a member of Thailand\u2019s National Team A, she trains under coaches Ohm Suriyotai and Karn Luanpreda at IWIS, balancing her athletic career with studies at Wellington College International School Bangkok. Her 2024 Figure & Speed Skating Association of Thailand<\/em> profile notes her as a role model for young Thai skaters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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