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Ryan Jahnke began skating when he was seven years old when a group of his friends were all learning hockey. He made the right choice because eight years later, he captured the 1993 U.S. Novice Nationals title. Today, Ryan trains with World coach, Diana Ronayne at the Broadmoor in Colorado Springs, Colorado where he resides with his wife.

The 2002-2003 season was an exceptional turning point for Jahnke when he skated into the top five at the U.S. National Championships in Dallas, Texas. He went on to stand on the podium with the bronze medal around his neck, which meant he earned a spot to compete at the 2003 World Championships in his home country.

As the third member of the U.S. mens team in Washington D.C., Jahnke proved he was where he was supposed to be, with the worlds best when he finished a surprising third place in his qualifying round.

A natural athlete and performer, Jahnke enjoys all aspects of the sport of figure skating. This would make perfect sense as to why he looks up to Paul Wylie for his determination and style and Brian Boitano for his athletic ability. Like Wylie, Ryan attended college while training and even earned himself a full four-year scholarship to Wayne State University. When he relocated to Colorado Spr ings, Colorado, he was forced to take some time off from school but still plans on earning his degree.

In the free time that he has, Ryan spends it giving back to the community. Ryan and his wife teach a Sunday School class together for underprivileged children at New Life Church in Colorado Springs. Ryan also enjoys attending dance and other theatrical performances.

Ryan looks to these next few years as he goes for his ultimate goal of representing his country at the 2006 Olympic Games in Turino, I taly.