Figure Skating: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
Disney's High School Musical: The Ice Tour
The East High Wildcats get ready to take the ice in Disney's High School Musical: The Ice Tour
The East High Wildcats get ready to take the ice in Disney's High School Musical: The Ice Tour
Dubreuil and Lauzon
Marie-France Dubreuil and Patrice Lauzon won the Canadian national ice dancing title in 2000, 2004, 2005, 2006, and 2007.
Marie-France Dubreuil and Patrice Lauzon won the Canadian national ice dancing title in 2000, 2004, 2005, 2006, and 2007.
High School Musical on Ice Photo Album - Disney's High School Musical: The Ice Tour Photos
Disney's High School Musical: The Ice Tour was inspired by the Disney Channel Original Movie, "High School Musical," and "High School Musical 2." Three different tours travel throughout the United States and perform on ice. Shows also tour in Canada, Europe, and Mexico. This photo gallery highlights some of the highlights of the show.
Disney's High School Musical: The Ice Tour was inspired by the Disney Channel Original Movie, "High School Musical," and "High School Musical 2." Three different tours travel throughout the United States and perform on ice. Shows also tour in Canada, Europe, and Mexico. This photo gallery highlights some of the highlights of the show.
Ice Skating Jumps
There are certain jumps that all ice skaters learn and that figure skating fans should try to recognize.
There are certain jumps that all ice skaters learn and that figure skating fans should try to recognize.
Figure Skating Movies
This is a list of some figure skating movies. Some of these movies are well known; others are not. Some of these movies tell true stories, but most of these movies are fictional figure skating stories.
This is a list of some figure skating movies. Some of these movies are well known; others are not. Some of these movies tell true stories, but most of these movies are fictional figure skating stories.
Favorite Music for Ice Skating
There are certain pieces of music that are the favorites of figure skaters and ice skating fans.
There are certain pieces of music that are the favorites of figure skaters and ice skating fans.
Lynn-Holly Johnson - Co-Star of the Ice Skating Movie Ice Castles Lynn-Holly Johnson
Lynn-Holly Johnson co-starred in the 1978 movie "Ice Castles." She played Lexie, a talented young ice skater from Iowa who goes to a figure skating training center in Colorado to work towards skating in the Olympics.
Lynn-Holly Johnson co-starred in the 1978 movie "Ice Castles." She played Lexie, a talented young ice skater from Iowa who goes to a figure skating training center in Colorado to work towards skating in the Olympics.
Music for Figure Skating
Skating to music is a very important part of figure skating. This article will help figure skaters with music selection
Skating to music is a very important part of figure skating. This article will help figure skaters with music selection
Actors Matt Dallas and Daphne Zuniga skate with Santa Claus at the Rockefeller Center Ice Rink
Actors Matt Dallas and Daphne Zuniga skate with Santa Claus at the Rockefeller Center Ice Rink
Actors Matt Dallas and Daphne Zuniga skate with Santa Claus at the Rockefeller Center Ice Rink
Dorothy Hamill Photo Gallery - Photos of 1976 Olympic Figure Skating Champion Dorothy Hamill
Dorothy Hamill is known for skating with a style that was perfect. Her jumps were graceful and her technical skating was excellent. Her head was always up and she had perfect posture. She was considered "America's Sweetheart." She is also known for her sweet personality.
Dorothy Hamill is known for skating with a style that was perfect. Her jumps were graceful and her technical skating was excellent. Her head was always up and she had perfect posture. She was considered "America's Sweetheart." She is also known for her sweet personality.
Ice Skating Events 2006
2006 was a big year in figure skating history, since it was an Olympic year.
2006 was a big year in figure skating history, since it was an Olympic year.
Sarah Hughes Falls - Photo of 2002 Olympic Figure Skating Champion Sarah Hughes Falling on the Ice
Sarah Hughes falls and as she competes at the World Figure Skating Championships in 2003.
Sarah Hughes falls and as she competes at the World Figure Skating Championships in 2003.
Famous Figure Skaters - Photos of Famous Ice Skaters - Famous People in Figure Skating Photo Gallery
This photo gallery includes photos of famous figure skaters.
This photo gallery includes photos of famous figure skaters.
Ice Skating Clothes
It is not always easy to find figure skating apparel; in fact, to those new to skating, finding skating clothing can be a mystery!
It is not always easy to find figure skating apparel; in fact, to those new to skating, finding skating clothing can be a mystery!
Get Started Figure Skating
Getting started in figure skating is simple. Most ice arenas offer weekly group lessons that usually run from six to twelve weeks. These group lessons cover many figure skating basics.
Getting started in figure skating is simple. Most ice arenas offer weekly group lessons that usually run from six to twelve weeks. These group lessons cover many figure skating basics.
Gordeeva and Grinkov
Russian pair skaters Gordeeva and Grinkov won virtually every competition they entered. They won the Olympics in both 1988 and in 1994. They began skating together as children and married in 1991. Sergei died suddenly in 1995. Ekaterina Gordeeva continues to perform.
Russian pair skaters Gordeeva and Grinkov won virtually every competition they entered. They won the Olympics in both 1988 and in 1994. They began skating together as children and married in 1991. Sergei died suddenly in 1995. Ekaterina Gordeeva continues to perform.
Favorite Gifts for Ice Skaters
This is a short list of recommended gifts that can be given to those who love figure skating.
This is a short list of recommended gifts that can be given to those who love figure skating.
Purchase Skates
This article will help a new or prospective figure skater purchase his or her first pair of skates.
This article will help a new or prospective figure skater purchase his or her first pair of skates.
Favorite Figure Skates
This is a list of the favorite figure skating boots and blades used and purchased by figure skaters. If you buy a new or used boot and blade, look for one of these brands.
This is a list of the favorite figure skating boots and blades used and purchased by figure skaters. If you buy a new or used boot and blade, look for one of these brands.
Snowplow Stop
Stopping on the ice is essential for every figure skater. This is the first and easiest stop a skater must master.
Stopping on the ice is essential for every figure skater. This is the first and easiest stop a skater must master.
Dorothy Hamill
Dorothy Hamill won the 1976 Winter Olympics.
Dorothy Hamill won the 1976 Winter Olympics.
Figure Skating Basics
There are many moves figure skaters must master. This article includes links to lessons on falling and getting up on skates, how to stop, how to skate forward, and how to spin and jump.
There are many moves figure skaters must master. This article includes links to lessons on falling and getting up on skates, how to stop, how to skate forward, and how to spin and jump.
High School Musical on Ice
The ideas from the Disney Channel Original Movie "High School Musical," and "High School Musical 2" are put into a professional ice show in Disney's High School Musical: The Ice Tour.
The ideas from the Disney Channel Original Movie "High School Musical," and "High School Musical 2" are put into a professional ice show in Disney's High School Musical: The Ice Tour.
Zuca Bags
Zuca Bags are ideal for the needs of a figure skater. The bag was designed by a mother of skaters and has changed the way skaters store and transport their figure skates and accessories.
Zuca Bags are ideal for the needs of a figure skater. The bag was designed by a mother of skaters and has changed the way skaters store and transport their figure skates and accessories.
Tara Lipinski
In 1998, Tara Lipinski won the Olympic gold medal in figure skating at age fifteen. She is youngest Olympic gold medalist in figure skating history.
In 1998, Tara Lipinski won the Olympic gold medal in figure skating at age fifteen. She is youngest Olympic gold medalist in figure skating history.
African American Ice Skaters
There are certain African American figure skaters that should be remembered. This short article highlights some of those skaters.
There are certain African American figure skaters that should be remembered. This short article highlights some of those skaters.
Video of Dubreuil and Lauzon
YouTube user "TeresaDawn" has put together a video montage dedicated to Canadian ice dance champions Marie-France Dubreuil and Patrice Lauzon.
YouTube user "TeresaDawn" has put together a video montage dedicated to Canadian ice dance champions Marie-France Dubreuil and Patrice Lauzon.
Ice Skating Training
Many people that enter figure skating don't know how often an ice skater needs to skate to improve. This short article will help answer that concern.
Many people that enter figure skating don't know how often an ice skater needs to skate to improve. This short article will help answer that concern.
Emily Hughes Falls - 2006 Olympic Figure Skater Emily Hughes Falls on Ice Skates
2006 Olympic figure skater Emily Hughes falls on ice skates.
2006 Olympic figure skater Emily Hughes falls on ice skates.
Become a Skater
Do you want to get an idea of what's involved in becoming a figure skater? Before you begin to skate, there are things you should know.
Do you want to get an idea of what's involved in becoming a figure skater? Before you begin to skate, there are things you should know.
Oksana Baiul
Oksana Baiul, from the Ukraine, won the 1994 Olympics in women's figure skating.
Oksana Baiul, from the Ukraine, won the 1994 Olympics in women's figure skating.
Choose a Skating Coach
Unlike ballet, dance, or gymnastics, where learning occurs in a group lesson format most of the time, figure skating is mastered through private lessons. So….if you or your child is really interested in mastering figure skating, your first step is to select a private lesson coach.
Unlike ballet, dance, or gymnastics, where learning occurs in a group lesson format most of the time, figure skating is mastered through private lessons. So….if you or your child is really interested in mastering figure skating, your first step is to select a private lesson coach.
Fall and Get Up on Skates
Knowing how to fall and get up correctly on skates is very important for all figure skaters.
Knowing how to fall and get up correctly on skates is very important for all figure skaters.
Surya Bonaly - French Figure Skater Surya Bonaly
French figure skater Surya Bonaly became a U.S. citizen in 1994. She is known for being the only skater who can land a back flip on one foot on the ice. She is remembered for being disqualified for doing that move in the 1998 Olympics.
French figure skater Surya Bonaly became a U.S. citizen in 1994. She is known for being the only skater who can land a back flip on one foot on the ice. She is remembered for being disqualified for doing that move in the 1998 Olympics.
Larisa Gendernalik Figure Skating Paintings
Russian born Larisa Gendernalik is not only a figure skating coach, but the artist of impressive figure skating drawings and paintings. Larisa Gendernalik was coached by the legendary Russian figure skating coach, Alexei Mishin.
Russian born Larisa Gendernalik is not only a figure skating coach, but the artist of impressive figure skating drawings and paintings. Larisa Gendernalik was coached by the legendary Russian figure skating coach, Alexei Mishin.
Beginning Ice Skating Lesson
Read about the things figure skaters learn in a beginning ice skating class.
Read about the things figure skaters learn in a beginning ice skating class.
Axel
The takeoff of this jump is on a forward outside edge. After jumping forward from that forward edge, the skater makes 1½ revolutions in the air and lands on the other foot on a back outside edge.
The takeoff of this jump is on a forward outside edge. After jumping forward from that forward edge, the skater makes 1½ revolutions in the air and lands on the other foot on a back outside edge.
Cheer Factor Warm-Ups Review
The Cheer Factor company makes custom synchronized skating team warm up suits.
The Cheer Factor company makes custom synchronized skating team warm up suits.
What to Wear for Skating
Dressing properly for skating helps most figure skaters skate better. This short article gives information on how to dress for figure skating competitions, exhibitions, tests, and performances.
Dressing properly for skating helps most figure skaters skate better. This short article gives information on how to dress for figure skating competitions, exhibitions, tests, and performances.
Carolina Kostner - Italian Figure Skating Champion Carolina Kostner
Carolina Kostner of Italy competed in the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating 2007. She won a bronze medal at the Grand Prix Final that took place in Torino, Italy.
Carolina Kostner of Italy competed in the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating 2007. She won a bronze medal at the Grand Prix Final that took place in Torino, Italy.
Shattuck-St. Mary's School
Shattuck-St. Mary’s School is a boarding school that offers a full-time figure skating program. Top coaches and training are provided to students. The program is college preparatory. Shattuck-St. Mary’s School is the first private boarding school in the United States to offer figure skating training.
Shattuck-St. Mary’s School is a boarding school that offers a full-time figure skating program. Top coaches and training are provided to students. The program is college preparatory. Shattuck-St. Mary’s School is the first private boarding school in the United States to offer figure skating training.
Skating Legend Michelle Kwan
Michelle Kwan is considered a figure skating legend and is the most decorated figure skater in U.S. history.
Michelle Kwan is considered a figure skating legend and is the most decorated figure skater in U.S. history.
Scandals in Figure Skating
There are some figure skating scandals that have caught the attention of the general public. This article summarizes the most publicized scandals in the figure skating world.
There are some figure skating scandals that have caught the attention of the general public. This article summarizes the most publicized scandals in the figure skating world.
How to Spin
Learning to spin on ice skates is not easy, but is so much fun!
Learning to spin on ice skates is not easy, but is so much fun!
How to Do an Axel
The axel jump may be the hardest jump for many figure skaters. Once ice skaters master an axel, the double jumps come quickly. This short article outlines some steps that will help a figure skater master an axel jump.
The axel jump may be the hardest jump for many figure skaters. Once ice skaters master an axel, the double jumps come quickly. This short article outlines some steps that will help a figure skater master an axel jump.
Famous Ice Skaters
This is a list of some of the famous people in figure skating.
This is a list of some of the famous people in figure skating.
Famous Figure Skaters - Photos of Famous Ice Skaters - Famous People in Figure Skating Photo Gallery
This photo gallery includes photos of famous figure skaters.
This photo gallery includes photos of famous figure skaters.
Ice Skating Outdoors
At one time, all ice skating took place outside. Today, most people skate at indoor ice rinks, but there are still some wonderful outdoor ice rinks in the United States. This is a list of some of the top outdoor places to ice skate.
At one time, all ice skating took place outside. Today, most people skate at indoor ice rinks, but there are still some wonderful outdoor ice rinks in the United States. This is a list of some of the top outdoor places to ice skate.
Torvill and Dean's Bolero
Olympic Ice Dance Champions Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean did a free dance performance at the 1984 Winter Olympics in Sarajevo that is remembered as a legendary performance. They skated to Maurice Ravel's Boléro and received nine perfect 6.0 scores. This video shows that legendary performance.
Olympic Ice Dance Champions Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean did a free dance performance at the 1984 Winter Olympics in Sarajevo that is remembered as a legendary performance. They skated to Maurice Ravel's Boléro and received nine perfect 6.0 scores. This video shows that legendary performance.
Ice Skating Photos
This photo collection contains ice skating photos that may be of interest to those interested in figure skating.
This photo collection contains ice skating photos that may be of interest to those interested in figure skating.
Off-Ice Jumps
Lorna Brown is a British and World Professional ice skating champion and a world and Olympic figure skating coach. In this article, she gives some thoughts on the importance of off-ice jump training.
Lorna Brown is a British and World Professional ice skating champion and a world and Olympic figure skating coach. In this article, she gives some thoughts on the importance of off-ice jump training.
Freestyle Practice List
Most young figure skaters have a difficult time figuring out what to practice during freestyle practice sessions. This is a recommended practice plan for an ice skater who is able to do "the basics" (forward and backward stroking, turns, stops, and crossovers). It is assumed that the figure skater can do some jumps and spins.
Most young figure skaters have a difficult time figuring out what to practice during freestyle practice sessions. This is a recommended practice plan for an ice skater who is able to do "the basics" (forward and backward stroking, turns, stops, and crossovers). It is assumed that the figure skater can do some jumps and spins.
Irina Slutskaya of Russia Falls
Irina Slutskaya of Russia falls during the 2006 Winter Olympic Games.
Irina Slutskaya of Russia falls during the 2006 Winter Olympic Games.
Janet Lynn
Janet Lynn was the United States National Figure Skating Champion from 1969 through 1973. She won an Olympic bronze medal in 1972.
Janet Lynn was the United States National Figure Skating Champion from 1969 through 1973. She won an Olympic bronze medal in 1972.
Mohawk
A mohawk is an ice skating turn that is done from same edge to same edge, from either forward to backward or backward to forward.
A mohawk is an ice skating turn that is done from same edge to same edge, from either forward to backward or backward to forward.
About Synchronized Skating
Synchronized skating consists of a group of about twelve to twenty figure skaters skating on the ice at one time. They work together as one unit. A synchronized skating team performs a program set to music.
Synchronized skating consists of a group of about twelve to twenty figure skaters skating on the ice at one time. They work together as one unit. A synchronized skating team performs a program set to music.
Scott Hamilton
Scott Hamilton won the 1984 Olympics in figure skating.
Scott Hamilton won the 1984 Olympics in figure skating.
Jackson Figure Skates
Jackson Skates are a favorite for figure skaters of all levels. The price of Jackson Skates is reasonable and there are so many different models to choose from.
Jackson Skates are a favorite for figure skaters of all levels. The price of Jackson Skates is reasonable and there are so many different models to choose from.
Are You Too Old to Skate?
When is it too late to begin figure skating? If a skater begins skating as a teen or after he or she is eighteen years old, is it too late to become a serious competitive figure skater? Is it possible to learn double and triple jumps as a young adult?
When is it too late to begin figure skating? If a skater begins skating as a teen or after he or she is eighteen years old, is it too late to become a serious competitive figure skater? Is it possible to learn double and triple jumps as a young adult?
Scott Hamilton - 1984 Olympic Figure Skating Champion
Scott Hamilton is the 1984 Olympic Men's Figure Skating Champion. He is the founder of Stars on Ice and is also a celebrity and television figure skating commentator.
Scott Hamilton is the 1984 Olympic Men's Figure Skating Champion. He is the founder of Stars on Ice and is also a celebrity and television figure skating commentator.
Lace Figure Skates
Lacing figure skates correctly will make the ice skating experience more enjoyable. Correct lacing of figure skates is very important and must be done a certain way.
Lacing figure skates correctly will make the ice skating experience more enjoyable. Correct lacing of figure skates is very important and must be done a certain way.
The Disney Moive "Go Figure"
Go Figure is a Disney Channel Original Movie about a talented figure skater who must play hockey to help finance her figure skating.
Go Figure is a Disney Channel Original Movie about a talented figure skater who must play hockey to help finance her figure skating.
Footwork Sequences
When figure skaters put a series of turns and steps together, they are doing footwork. The possibilities are endless. This article lists some suggested footwork sequences that can be skated by a figure skater who can do most ice skating turns and steps.
When figure skaters put a series of turns and steps together, they are doing footwork. The possibilities are endless. This article lists some suggested footwork sequences that can be skated by a figure skater who can do most ice skating turns and steps.
Dick Button
Dick Button has been a figure skating commentator since 1962. He is figure skating's best known television analyst. He is also an Olympic ice skating champion.
Dick Button has been a figure skating commentator since 1962. He is figure skating's best known television analyst. He is also an Olympic ice skating champion.
T-Stop
A position or stop where the feet make a "T" on the ice. The skater should place the middle of one skate behind the heel of the other skate.
A position or stop where the feet make a "T" on the ice. The skater should place the middle of one skate behind the heel of the other skate.
Moves in the Field
US Figure Skating has slowly replaced required figure tests with a series of tests called Moves in the Field Tests.
US Figure Skating has slowly replaced required figure tests with a series of tests called Moves in the Field Tests.
Become a Figure Skating Coach
Many individuals want to teach skating. This article addresses the qualifications needed to coach figure skating.
Many individuals want to teach skating. This article addresses the qualifications needed to coach figure skating.
Ice Skating Falls - Photos of Famous Figure Skaters Falling Down
Falling is a part of figure skating and famous ice skaters do fall down. This photo collection shows elite figure skaters falling down on ice skates.
Falling is a part of figure skating and famous ice skaters do fall down. This photo collection shows elite figure skaters falling down on ice skates.
Salchow
A jump done from the back inside edge of one foot to the back outside edge of the other foot. A half revolution is done in the air.
A jump done from the back inside edge of one foot to the back outside edge of the other foot. A half revolution is done in the air.
Skating Forward
This article will help teach beginning skaters how to move forward on the ice.
This article will help teach beginning skaters how to move forward on the ice.
Waltz Jump
A jump that takes off from a forward outside edge. A half revolution is made in the air, and the skater lands on a back outside edge on the opposite foot.
A jump that takes off from a forward outside edge. A half revolution is made in the air, and the skater lands on a back outside edge on the opposite foot.
Linda Fratianne
Linda Fratianne was the United States National Champion from 1977 through 1980. She is a two-time World Champion and the 1980 Olympic Silver Medalist.
Linda Fratianne was the United States National Champion from 1977 through 1980. She is a two-time World Champion and the 1980 Olympic Silver Medalist.
Fall Safely on Figure Skates
No one wants to fall while ice skating, but if you are going to skate, you are going to fall. How can a figure skater, especially an adult who doesn't want to fall, fall safely? This article addresses this issue.
No one wants to fall while ice skating, but if you are going to skate, you are going to fall. How can a figure skater, especially an adult who doesn't want to fall, fall safely? This article addresses this issue.
Ice Skating Accessories Galore
Ice Skating Accessories Galore offers a variety of ice skating and hockey accessories, clothing, gifts and jewelry.
Ice Skating Accessories Galore offers a variety of ice skating and hockey accessories, clothing, gifts and jewelry.
Figure Skating Routine
You've worked hard on mastering a number of figure skating moves; now it’s time to set a program to music.
You've worked hard on mastering a number of figure skating moves; now it’s time to set a program to music.
Cost of Private Lessons
The cost of private figure skating instruction can vary, but in almost all instances, the skater must be aware that he or she must pay the rink for admission and ice time and also pay a separate fee to the figure skating coach for the lesson.
The cost of private figure skating instruction can vary, but in almost all instances, the skater must be aware that he or she must pay the rink for admission and ice time and also pay a separate fee to the figure skating coach for the lesson.
Ice to Rollers
Irene and David Diamond began skating in their early fifties. Because of lack of ice time, they tried artistic roller figure skating and continue to enjoy dance skating in their retirement years.
Irene and David Diamond began skating in their early fifties. Because of lack of ice time, they tried artistic roller figure skating and continue to enjoy dance skating in their retirement years.
Torvill and Dean
Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean won the Olympics in ice dancing in 1984. They are considered figure skating legends.
Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean won the Olympics in ice dancing in 1984. They are considered figure skating legends.
Kassy Kova and Justin Ross
Kassy Kova and Justin Ross are the ONLY African American competitive ice dance team in the United States. Their goal is to become national and international competitors, and they hope to participate in the 2014 Olympics.
Kassy Kova and Justin Ross are the ONLY African American competitive ice dance team in the United States. Their goal is to become national and international competitors, and they hope to participate in the 2014 Olympics.
Barbara Murry
Barbara Murry began figure skating lessons when she was 62 years old. At 69, she began working on the Axel jump. She hopes that she can master the Axel and double jumps. She believes that age should not discourage anyone from experiencing the joy of figure skating.
Barbara Murry began figure skating lessons when she was 62 years old. At 69, she began working on the Axel jump. She hopes that she can master the Axel and double jumps. She believes that age should not discourage anyone from experiencing the joy of figure skating.
JoJo Starbuck
JoJo Starbuck and her pair skating partner, Kenneth Shelley, won the US pair skating title three times and competed in two Winter Olympic games.
JoJo Starbuck and her pair skating partner, Kenneth Shelley, won the US pair skating title three times and competed in two Winter Olympic games.
Lynn-Holly Johnson
Lynn-Holly Johnson co-starred with Robby Benson in the 1978 movie Ice Castles. She played Lexie who was a talented young ice skater from Iowa who moved to Colorado to train for the Olympics.
Lynn-Holly Johnson co-starred with Robby Benson in the 1978 movie Ice Castles. She played Lexie who was a talented young ice skater from Iowa who moved to Colorado to train for the Olympics.
Mao Asada
Mao Asada is the 2008 World Figure Skating Champion. She is also the 2007 and 2008 Japanese national figure skating champion.
Mao Asada is the 2008 World Figure Skating Champion. She is also the 2007 and 2008 Japanese national figure skating champion.
Tonya Harding
Just before the 1994 Olympics, right after a practice session at the United States National Figure Skating Championships in Detroit, Michigan, Nancy Kerrigan was attacked and hit hard with a hard object on her knee. The accident made it impossible for her to compete and Tonya Harding won the Championship Ladies event. Shortly after that, it was discovered that Tonya Harding had been part of an alleged conspiracy to hurt Nancy. Tonya was banned from U.S. Figure Skating for life.
Just before the 1994 Olympics, right after a practice session at the United States National Figure Skating Championships in Detroit, Michigan, Nancy Kerrigan was attacked and hit hard with a hard object on her knee. The accident made it impossible for her to compete and Tonya Harding won the Championship Ladies event. Shortly after that, it was discovered that Tonya Harding had been part of an alleged conspiracy to hurt Nancy. Tonya was banned from U.S. Figure Skating for life.
Back Outside Power 3s Video
If a figure skater does a back outside three turn followed by a forward inside mohawk and repeats the sequence in a circle, the skater has done backward power three turns. This video shows an adult skater practing the back outside power three turns that are on the U.S. Figure Skating Juvenile Moves in the Field test.
If a figure skater does a back outside three turn followed by a forward inside mohawk and repeats the sequence in a circle, the skater has done backward power three turns. This video shows an adult skater practing the back outside power three turns that are on the U.S. Figure Skating Juvenile Moves in the Field test.
Ice Skater Nancy Kerrigan
Nancy Kerrigan is an ice skater who won a bronze at the 1992 Olympics and a silver medal in the 1994 Olympics. She is also famous for being clubbed in the right knee.
Nancy Kerrigan is an ice skater who won a bronze at the 1992 Olympics and a silver medal in the 1994 Olympics. She is also famous for being clubbed in the right knee.
Kristi Yamaguchi
Kristi Yamaguchi won the 1992 Olympics. She also competed in pair skating with partner Rudy Galindo. In 1989, she became the first woman, in thirty-five years, to win two medals at the U.S. nationals.
Kristi Yamaguchi won the 1992 Olympics. She also competed in pair skating with partner Rudy Galindo. In 1989, she became the first woman, in thirty-five years, to win two medals at the U.S. nationals.
Axel Jump
This video shows a figure skater doing several Axel jumps in practice and in competition.
This video shows a figure skater doing several Axel jumps in practice and in competition.
2007 Ice Skating Memories
This is a list of some highlights of ice skating events that occurred in 2007.
This is a list of some highlights of ice skating events that occurred in 2007.
Become an Ice Dancer
There are certain steps involved in becoming an ice dancer. It takes quite a bit of preparation to be able to do free dance, which is what most young skaters interested in ice dancing want to do. Figure skaters must first learn some ice dance basics and master and pass compulsory dance tests. This article explains what is involved.
There are certain steps involved in becoming an ice dancer. It takes quite a bit of preparation to be able to do free dance, which is what most young skaters interested in ice dancing want to do. Figure skaters must first learn some ice dance basics and master and pass compulsory dance tests. This article explains what is involved.
Ice Dance Free Dance Elements
Free dance is the most entertaining part of ice dancing. Certain moves are done by each ice dancing couple. This article will help those interested in ice dancing to recognize free dance moves, positions, steps, and elements.
Free dance is the most entertaining part of ice dancing. Certain moves are done by each ice dancing couple. This article will help those interested in ice dancing to recognize free dance moves, positions, steps, and elements.
Mondor Over the Boot Tights
Mondor over the boot figure skating tights are ice skating tights that include a built in skate boot cover.
Mondor over the boot figure skating tights are ice skating tights that include a built in skate boot cover.
Frozen in Time
"Frozen in Time - The Enduring Legacy of the 1961 U.S. Figure Skating Team" tells the story of the entire 1961 U.S. Figure Skating team that was killed in a plane crash in Brussels, Belgium on February 15, 1961.
"Frozen in Time - The Enduring Legacy of the 1961 U.S. Figure Skating Team" tells the story of the entire 1961 U.S. Figure Skating team that was killed in a plane crash in Brussels, Belgium on February 15, 1961.
Evan Lysacek Falls - 2007 US Men's Figure Skating Champion Evan Lysacek Falls
2007 U.S. Men's Figure Skating Champion Evan Lysacek falls during the 2006 Winter Olympic Games in Turin, Italy.
2007 U.S. Men's Figure Skating Champion Evan Lysacek falls during the 2006 Winter Olympic Games in Turin, Italy.
Free Foot, Leg, Hip, Arm
This is the foot, leg, (or corresponding hip or arm) that is off the ice.
This is the foot, leg, (or corresponding hip or arm) that is off the ice.
Rachael Flatt
Rachael Flatt is the 2008 World Junior Figure Skating Champion and the 2008 U.S. Ladies Silver Medalist. At the 2008 U.S. National Figure Skating Championships, Rachael won the long program. Most observers that see Rachel skate are impressed with her beautiful artistic presence and athletic ability. Rachael hopes to compete in figure skating at the Olympics.
Rachael Flatt is the 2008 World Junior Figure Skating Champion and the 2008 U.S. Ladies Silver Medalist. At the 2008 U.S. National Figure Skating Championships, Rachael won the long program. Most observers that see Rachel skate are impressed with her beautiful artistic presence and athletic ability. Rachael hopes to compete in figure skating at the Olympics.
Skating Romances and Marriages
Figure skating seems to be a great place for romance. Several skaters have met at the rink and have had romances. This is a list of just some skating related romances and marriages.
Figure skating seems to be a great place for romance. Several skaters have met at the rink and have had romances. This is a list of just some skating related romances and marriages.
1976 U.S. Nationals Photo Gallery - Photos From the 1976 United States National Figure Skating Championships
At the 1976 U.S. National Figure Skating Championships, amateur photographer, LeRoy Miltner, took some photos as the skaters that qualified for the Olympics were introduced to the audience. The photos were misplaced until Thanksgiving of 2007. Mr. Miltner found the photos and is excited to now share them with About.com's readers.
At the 1976 U.S. National Figure Skating Championships, amateur photographer, LeRoy Miltner, took some photos as the skaters that qualified for the Olympics were introduced to the audience. The photos were misplaced until Thanksgiving of 2007. Mr. Miltner found the photos and is excited to now share them with About.com's readers.
Skaters Need Ballet
Every figure skater must have training in ballet. Ballet gives figure skaters the basics they need to control their bodies.
Every figure skater must have training in ballet. Ballet gives figure skaters the basics they need to control their bodies.
ISI or USFS?
There are two different figure skating associations in the United States: Ice Skating Institute (ISI) and US Figure Skating (USFS). What are the differences?
There are two different figure skating associations in the United States: Ice Skating Institute (ISI) and US Figure Skating (USFS). What are the differences?
Colorado Springs World Arena
Figure skaters from all over the the world come to Colorado Springs to train at the Colorado Springs World Arena. The facility is also the home of the Broadmoor Skating Club.
Figure skaters from all over the the world come to Colorado Springs to train at the Colorado Springs World Arena. The facility is also the home of the Broadmoor Skating Club.
Olympic Ice Skaters Federica Faiella and Massimo Scali Fall
Federica Faiella and Massimo Scali of Italy fall during the 2006 Winter Olympics.
Federica Faiella and Massimo Scali of Italy fall during the 2006 Winter Olympics.
Michelle Kwan Falls - Figure Skating Legend Michelle Kwan Falls on the Ice
Michelle Kwan falls during the United States National Figure Skating Championships.
Michelle Kwan falls during the United States National Figure Skating Championships.
Sonja Henie - Olympic Figure Skating Champion Sonja Henie
This is a photo of Sonja Henie of Norway practicing for the Women's Figure Skating event at the 1928 Winter Olympic Games in St. Moritz, Switzerland. She won the gold medal at that Olympics.
This is a photo of Sonja Henie of Norway practicing for the Women's Figure Skating event at the 1928 Winter Olympic Games in St. Moritz, Switzerland. She won the gold medal at that Olympics.
Stephane Lambiel - Swiss Figure Skating Champion Stephane Lambiel
Stephane Lambiel of Switzerland competed in the 2007 Grand Prix of Figure Skating.
Stephane Lambiel of Switzerland competed in the 2007 Grand Prix of Figure Skating.
Lyudmila Belousova and Oleg Protopopov - Pair Skating Legends
Lyudmila Belousova and Oleg Protopopov won two Olympic gold medals in pair skating. They represented the Soviet Union.
Lyudmila Belousova and Oleg Protopopov won two Olympic gold medals in pair skating. They represented the Soviet Union.
Cheerleading on Figure Skates - University of Minnesota's Hockey Figure Skating Cheerleaders
University of Minnesota's hockey cheerleaders are figure skaters who are able to do figure skating moves and cheer at the same time. The skating they do while cheering is very difficult.
University of Minnesota's hockey cheerleaders are figure skaters who are able to do figure skating moves and cheer at the same time. The skating they do while cheering is very difficult.
Champions: A Love Story
A forgotten figure skating movie is Champions: A Love Story. It was based a bit on a real figure skating tragedy that occurred in the 1970s. A male figure skater was killed when his private plane crashed on his way to the Midwestern Figure Skating Championship. The movie took that story and made a very heartwarming story about a young pair skating team that falls in love.
A forgotten figure skating movie is Champions: A Love Story. It was based a bit on a real figure skating tragedy that occurred in the 1970s. A male figure skater was killed when his private plane crashed on his way to the Midwestern Figure Skating Championship. The movie took that story and made a very heartwarming story about a young pair skating team that falls in love.
Surya Bonaly Backflip Video
French figure skater, Surya Bonaly, is famous for doing a backflip on the ice and landing it on one foot. A backflip is an illegal figure skating move, but Surya Bonaly did that move in the 1998 Olympics since she knew she couldn't medal, but she wanted to be remembered. Since then, Surya's backflip on the ice is considered her trademark move. This is a short video clip showing Surya Bonaly doing that trademark backflip.
French figure skater, Surya Bonaly, is famous for doing a backflip on the ice and landing it on one foot. A backflip is an illegal figure skating move, but Surya Bonaly did that move in the 1998 Olympics since she knew she couldn't medal, but she wanted to be remembered. Since then, Surya's backflip on the ice is considered her trademark move. This is a short video clip showing Surya Bonaly doing that trademark backflip.
Ice Skating Institute
ISI, Ice Skating Institute, is for recreational skaters. There are test levels and competitions that are rewarding for all participants. All skaters win medals, trophies, or ribbons at ISI events. There are freestyle, spotlight, interpretive, footwork, and other fun events at ISI competitions. Many ice skaters begin skating lessons in ISI programs and eventually move on to USFS programs as they become more serious about figure skating.
ISI, Ice Skating Institute, is for recreational skaters. There are test levels and competitions that are rewarding for all participants. All skaters win medals, trophies, or ribbons at ISI events. There are freestyle, spotlight, interpretive, footwork, and other fun events at ISI competitions. Many ice skaters begin skating lessons in ISI programs and eventually move on to USFS programs as they become more serious about figure skating.
Single Skating
In single skating, a skater performs and skates alone. Men compete against men and women compete against women. Skaters perform jumps, spins, footwork, and other skating moves.
In single skating, a skater performs and skates alone. Men compete against men and women compete against women. Skaters perform jumps, spins, footwork, and other skating moves.
Sonja Henie
Sonja Henie is considered a figure skating legend and is also considered the first ice skating celebrity. She won gold at three different Olympics and is known for bringing ballet to the ice.
Sonja Henie is considered a figure skating legend and is also considered the first ice skating celebrity. She won gold at three different Olympics and is known for bringing ballet to the ice.
Toe Loop
A toe loop is a figure skating jump that is done with a toe assist.
A toe loop is a figure skating jump that is done with a toe assist.
Freestyle
In figure skating, the word "Freestyle" has more than one meaning.
In figure skating, the word "Freestyle" has more than one meaning.
Bielman
The Bielman position is named after Champion Swiss skater Denise Biellmann. This position takes quite a bit of stretching.
The Bielman position is named after Champion Swiss skater Denise Biellmann. This position takes quite a bit of stretching.
Can Skaters Attend School?
A very controversial issue in figure skating is the issue of school. As figure skating training schedules increase, figure skaters find it very difficult to attend school and sometimes must decide to not attend a physical school at all. Should figure skaters consider homeschooling, distance education, or virtual education?
A very controversial issue in figure skating is the issue of school. As figure skating training schedules increase, figure skaters find it very difficult to attend school and sometimes must decide to not attend a physical school at all. Should figure skaters consider homeschooling, distance education, or virtual education?
Spiral Instructions
A spiral is a move done on one foot where the free leg and back are horizontal to the ice.
A spiral is a move done on one foot where the free leg and back are horizontal to the ice.
A Little Blade Advice!
Ice skate technician, Geoff Hébert, has written an article called [b] A Little Blade Advice![/b] The goal of his article is help skaters understand all the different blade options that are available for figure skaters.
Ice skate technician, Geoff Hébert, has written an article called [b] A Little Blade Advice![/b] The goal of his article is help skaters understand all the different blade options that are available for figure skaters.
Olympic Ice Skaters Margarita Drobiazko and Povilas Vanagas Fall
Ice dancers Margarita Drobiazko and Povilas Vanagas of Lithuania fall during the 2006 Winter Olympics.
Ice dancers Margarita Drobiazko and Povilas Vanagas of Lithuania fall during the 2006 Winter Olympics.
"Stars on Ice"
In 1986, Olympic Figure Skating Champion, Scott Hamilton, founded "Stars on Ice". His show, featuring the very best in figure skating, has become the most successful ice skating show in the world.
In 1986, Olympic Figure Skating Champion, Scott Hamilton, founded "Stars on Ice". His show, featuring the very best in figure skating, has become the most successful ice skating show in the world.
Donald Jackson - 1962 Men's World Figure Skating Champion Don Jackson
Donald Jackson won the men's title at the 1962 World Figure Skating Champioships.
Donald Jackson won the men's title at the 1962 World Figure Skating Champioships.
Miki Ando of Japan Falls
Miki Ando of Japan falls at Skate America 2007.
Miki Ando of Japan falls at Skate America 2007.
Photos of Famous Figure Skaters With Their Fans
This photo collection contains photos of famous figure skaters with their fans.
This photo collection contains photos of famous figure skaters with their fans.
Ice Light Boot Gloves
Ice Light Boot Gloves are zippered gloves that cover ice skate boots and help keep feet warm.
Ice Light Boot Gloves are zippered gloves that cover ice skate boots and help keep feet warm.
Swizzles
Put your blades together with heels touching in a "V" position. On inside edges, push outward, then inward to make your toes touch. You should make the shape of a fish. You have now done a forward swizzle or scissors. Repeat by doing several in a row. Now try going backward. Reverse the process, starting with your toes together on inside edges, move outward, then inward so your heels touch again. As you make the move, make sure to bend your knees. This is a great exercise to get knees going.
Put your blades together with heels touching in a "V" position. On inside edges, push outward, then inward to make your toes touch. You should make the shape of a fish. You have now done a forward swizzle or scissors. Repeat by doing several in a row. Now try going backward. Reverse the process, starting with your toes together on inside edges, move outward, then inward so your heels touch again. As you make the move, make sure to bend your knees. This is a great exercise to get knees going.
Three Turn
A three turn is a one foot ice skating turn from either forward to backward or backward to forward, where a skater makes the pattern of a "3" as he or she turns.
A three turn is a one foot ice skating turn from either forward to backward or backward to forward, where a skater makes the pattern of a "3" as he or she turns.
Edge
Skates have inside edges and outside edges. Stand with your feet parallel. Press your feet to the outside. These are outside edges. Now press your feet to the inside. You are on inside edges. When you glide on one foot, you must either be on an outside or an inside edge.
Skates have inside edges and outside edges. Stand with your feet parallel. Press your feet to the outside. These are outside edges. Now press your feet to the inside. You are on inside edges. When you glide on one foot, you must either be on an outside or an inside edge.
Triple Axel
The triple axel is a figure skaitng jump. It is the only triple jump that takes off from a forward outside edge.
The triple axel is a figure skaitng jump. It is the only triple jump that takes off from a forward outside edge.
Tai and Randy
Tai Babilonia and Randy Gardner began skating together in the 1960s. They continue to be figure skating stars.
Tai Babilonia and Randy Gardner began skating together in the 1960s. They continue to be figure skating stars.
Tanith Belbin and Ben Agosto
It has been said that Tanith Belbin and Ben Agosto are the most outstanding ice dance team ever produced by the United States.
It has been said that Tanith Belbin and Ben Agosto are the most outstanding ice dance team ever produced by the United States.
Disney On Ice
This is a short description of one figure skater's memories of skating and touring with Disney On Ice.
This is a short description of one figure skater's memories of skating and touring with Disney On Ice.
Figure Skating - HowTos
An index of HowTos for the Figure Skating guide site.
An index of HowTos for the Figure Skating guide site.
Peggy Fleming
Peggy Fleming is the 1968 Olympic Figure Skating Champion. She also was a world and U.S. National ladies figure skating champion. She was known for being both athletic and graceful.
Peggy Fleming is the 1968 Olympic Figure Skating Champion. She also was a world and U.S. National ladies figure skating champion. She was known for being both athletic and graceful.
Coach for Recreational Skaters
Once you make this important decision between serious recreational or serious competitive skating, then begin your search for the coach that fits your needs.
Once you make this important decision between serious recreational or serious competitive skating, then begin your search for the coach that fits your needs.
Camel Spin Tutorial
A camel spin is a figure skating spin that is done with the same body position as the spiral (arabesque). This tutorial shows the basic steps required to do a camel spin.
A camel spin is a figure skating spin that is done with the same body position as the spiral (arabesque). This tutorial shows the basic steps required to do a camel spin.
Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean - Olympic Ice Dance Champions Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean
Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean won gold in ice dancing at the 1984 Winter Olympics. They changed ice dancing and are considered figure skating legends.
Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean won gold in ice dancing at the 1984 Winter Olympics. They changed ice dancing and are considered figure skating legends.
Pair Skaters Diana Rennik and Aleksei Saks of Estonian Fall During Cup of China 2004
Pair Skaters Diana Rennik and Aleksei Saks of Estonian Fall During Cup of China 2004
Pair Skaters Diana Rennik and Aleksei Saks of Estonian Fall During Cup of China 2004
What Are Skate Guards?
Skate guards are protective covers, usually made of rubber or plastic, that protect figure skate blades.
Skate guards are protective covers, usually made of rubber or plastic, that protect figure skate blades.
Kathy Johnson Video
Modern dance teacher and choreographer, Kathy Johnson, specializes in coaching elite figure skaters. In this video, Johnson teaches a class to some of the top ice skaters in the United States. Notice world figure skating competitors Jeremy Abbott and Ryan Bradley participating in this particular modern dance class. The class took place in June of 2008 at the Colorado Springs World Arena.
Modern dance teacher and choreographer, Kathy Johnson, specializes in coaching elite figure skaters. In this video, Johnson teaches a class to some of the top ice skaters in the United States. Notice world figure skating competitors Jeremy Abbott and Ryan Bradley participating in this particular modern dance class. The class took place in June of 2008 at the Colorado Springs World Arena.
Worlds
The World Figure Skating Championships is the most prestigious of all ice skating competitions. The only event that is considered more important is the Olympic figure skating event.
The World Figure Skating Championships is the most prestigious of all ice skating competitions. The only event that is considered more important is the Olympic figure skating event.
Skating Competition Journal
This is a short journal of my family's experience at an ice skating competition.
This is a short journal of my family's experience at an ice skating competition.
Kimmie Meissner
Kimmie Meissner won the 2006 World Figure Skating Championship when she was only sixteen years old.
Kimmie Meissner won the 2006 World Figure Skating Championship when she was only sixteen years old.
Skating Champion Nicole Bobek
Ice skater, Nicole Bobek, won the 1995 U.S. Figure Skating Championship and also was ranked third in the world that year.
Ice skater, Nicole Bobek, won the 1995 U.S. Figure Skating Championship and also was ranked third in the world that year.
Brian Boitano
Brian Boitano won the Olympics in 1988. His signature jump was the Tano triple lutz where he raised his left arm above his head. He was known for almost always skating perfectly.
Brian Boitano won the Olympics in 1988. His signature jump was the Tano triple lutz where he raised his left arm above his head. He was known for almost always skating perfectly.
Social Ice Dancing
This short article explains social ice dancing and what social ice dance sessions are like.
This short article explains social ice dancing and what social ice dance sessions are like.
Hollywood Professional School
Hollywood Professional School was a school in southern California where many figure skaters attended. The figure skaters that attended Hollywood Professonal School (HPS) devoted their time to developing their skating talent. Hollywood Professional School is part of the history of figure skating in the United States.
Hollywood Professional School was a school in southern California where many figure skaters attended. The figure skaters that attended Hollywood Professonal School (HPS) devoted their time to developing their skating talent. Hollywood Professional School is part of the history of figure skating in the United States.
Ice Follies
Shipstads and Johnson Ice Follies was a touring ice skating show that existed from 1936 to 1979.
Shipstads and Johnson Ice Follies was a touring ice skating show that existed from 1936 to 1979.
Figure Skating Judging System
There is a new judging system for figure skating, called the ISU Judging System, that was implemented shortly after the 2002 Olympics. There are several officials invloved with this new judging system. What each figure skating official does is explained in this article. Also, a short explanation of the new system of scoring is summarized.
There is a new judging system for figure skating, called the ISU Judging System, that was implemented shortly after the 2002 Olympics. There are several officials invloved with this new judging system. What each figure skating official does is explained in this article. Also, a short explanation of the new system of scoring is summarized.