A figure skater from Barry is preparing to take part in the British Solo Ice Dance Championships.
Harriett Wells (18) is competing in the junior category alongside 12 other skaters at the tournament in Sheffield this week.
It's the seventh time that the sixth-form student from Ysgol Bro Morgannwg, who speaks Welsh, has competed at the event.
Harriett began skating at just three years old, with the influence of her mother - who had a background in figure skating - and her grandmother.
She is now a member of the GB Solo Ice Dance development squad - and has enjoyed a successful season at competitions in both the UK and internationally.
Harriet says her passion fo the sport has continued to grow over the years.
She said: "Figure skating isn't just a sport to me, it's a passion. I have been competing for over 10 years, and i dedicate countless hours towards skating in order to be as successful i can be."
"I am very greatful for the opportunities I have received over the last few years, especially during this last season being able to compete in different countries, proudly respresenting Great Britain."
"I am very proud of the achievements I have had as a figure skater. My family and friends support me through everything, which is also a huge privilege too."
Harriett won two British solo ice dance titles in 2017 and 2022 and is also a three-time pairs medalist with her former partners.
This season saw her debut new routines at the Blackburn Trophy in October, followed by a runners-up spot at the British Championships qualifier in November.
In January, she represented GB at the Edge Cup Trophy in Katowice, Poland, before winning two bronze medals at a competition in Slough the following month, where she also gained two personal best scores.
Just a few weeks ago, Harriett finished in the top six at the Unicorn Cup in Hoom, Netherlands, out of a 36-strong field from eleven countries.
Harriett trains at Planet Ice Bristol and at the Vindico Arena in Cardiff Bay, alongside Tracey Keeble, who has been her coach since the start of her skating journey.
On most mornings, she wakes up at 4.30am to go training - with her mum, Danielle, taking her to Bristol and back, followed by a day in school.
Harriett said: "Having a 4:30am wake up alarm every morning never gets easier, especially when it's followed by a day in school."
"But I am lucky I am able to balance my studies pretty good with my skating. The early mornings are definietely worth it though when the success comes through."
Harriett is currently studying physical education and drama - in which she has a huge interest - along with the Welsh Baccaulaureate qualification and is hoping to study sports science at Cardiff Metropolitan University, as well as continuing to represent Great Britain in figure skating again next season.
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