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Coaches Officials Terms used: Axel An edge jump with natural rotation that takes off from a forward outside edge; listed in the Scale of Values according to the number of rotations. Unlike other single jumps which are one rotation, a single Axel has one-and-a-half rotations. Board The board of Directors of Skate Canada. Brackets A
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g all content within the discipline of Skills. Level Edge Turn Exercise/Sequence Field Moves STAR 1 Forward Edges Forward ThreeTurns Forward Inside C Step Sequence STAR 1 Skills Exercise: Basic Forward Spiral Circles Field Move of Choice: • Forward 1foot Sit Glide • Ina Bauer • Spread Eagle STAR 2 Backward Edges Forward Circle on
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Sequence Forward Counter/Bracket Sequence Backward Counter/Bracket Sequence STAR 8 Skills Exercise: Rolling Edges 2 Field Moves STAR 9 Forward Loop change Loop Backward Loop change Loop STAR 9 Skills Exercise 1: Rockers STAR 9 Skills Exercise 2: S Steps 360 Degree Spiral Challenge STAR 10 1-Foot Turn Sequence Step Sequence STAR 10
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Canada 12 Descriptions, Diagrams and Mandatory Requirements STAR 1 Element/Exercise CONTENT STAR 1 Forward Edges Definition of element: A series of forward edges (minimum four) performed on an axis. This element must include both forward outside and forward inside edges. Definition of edge: May refer either to part of the skate bl
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nce Definition: A simple turn sequence consisting of a forward inside C Step followed by a backward outside edge on the same lobe and then repeating the prescribed steps on the opposite foot as the skater steps forward on the opposite lobe. To complete this element, a minimum of 4 sequences must be performed. Performance Example:
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Resource Guide August 2024 Copyright © 2024 Skate Canada 17 STAR 2 Element/Exercise CONTENT STAR 2 Backward Edges Definition: A series of backward edges (minimum four) performed on an axis. This element must include both backward outside and backward inside edges. Performance Example: Starting from a standstill, skaters push off on
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ple: Starting from a standstill, the skater may start with the left or right foot, on an outside or inside edge. The skater performs one push onto an edge and holds that edge for a full circle. Once the skater has completed the first circle on one foot/edge, they will perform another push to complete a second circle, in the same
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anada 30 STAR 6 Element/Exercise CONTENT STAR 6 Backward Double Threes Definition: Beginning from a backward edge, a series of two three-turns on a lobe. Performance Example: Starting from a standstill, a glide, or a set number of prescribed steps, the skater may choose foot and starting edge. The skater will perform a backward thr
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CONTENT STAR 6 Forward Counters & Backward Counters Definition: A turn executed on one foot from an outside edge to an outside edge or an inside edge to an inside edge, with the exit curve on a different lobe than the entry curve. The turn is performed in the opposite direction of the entry curve. The counter turn always enters li
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curve of the exit edge is opposite to that of the entry edge. The change of foot is from outside to inside edge or inside to outside edge. Open S Step: An S Step in which the free foot is placed on the ice at the inner side of the skating foot. Following the weight transfer the immediate position of the new free foot is behind th
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ills Assessment Resource Guide August 2024 Copyright © 2024 Skate Canada 40 STAR 8 SKILLS EXERCISE: Rolling Edges Definition: An X & O pattern consisting of: - Large circles skated as per the steps indicated below. These circles are to be performed in CW and CCW direction at each end of the ice surface and are designed to use a ful
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essment Resource Guide August 2024 Copyright © 2024 Skate Canada 41 STAR 8 SKILLS EXERCISE PATTERN: Rolling Edges Reminder: Skaters may skate as many sets of prescribed steps as needed to achieve full ice coverage.
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e ice. First “X” prescribed steps (diagonal lines): - Starting with a one-foot forward slalom on an inside edge, perform two changes of edge to return to a FI edge. At the top of the slalom curve, step onto a BO edge, thus performing a FI S Step, followed by a step to the FI edge at the top of the next lobe, immediately transferr
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t remain in play for the entire assessment day. Draws can be made for right or left foot, inside or outside edge, forward or backwards direction, etc. Once a draw is made, the next turn will be opposite in nature to the drawn attributes. For example: - RFO was drawn, LBI would be the next turn, where applicable Assessment of Step
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oot) or outside (away from the body/outside of foot) Three-Turn A turn executed on one foot from an outside edge to an inside edge or an inside edge to an outside edge, with the exit curve continuing the same lobe as the entry curve. The skater turns in the direction of the curve. C Step A step from one foot to the other in which
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or higher. Spread Eagle: A curving, two-footed movement in which a skater skates with one foot on a forward edge and the other on a matching backward edge on the same curve. This type of field move includes variations including but not limited to: - Cantilever, inverted spread eagles. Ina Bauer: A two-foot movement in which a skat
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EMENTS - STAR 1 JUMPS Waltz Jump (1W) Definition: An edge jump with natural rotation from a forward outside edge. This jump is one half a rotation and is included as a listed jump in the Skate Canada Scale of Values but is not included in the ISU Scale of Values. Description: From skating, the skater may prepare for a waltz jump w
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le Loop (single loop) Definition: An edge jump with natural rotation that takes off from a backward outside edge; listed in the Scale of Values according to the number of revolutions. Description: From skating, the skater may establish a BO edge on their take-off foot with the free foot trailing in front but not weight bearing. Th
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(single Lutz) Definition: A toe-assisted jump with counter rotation that takes off from a backward outside edge; listed in the Scale of Values according to the number of revolutions. Description: From skating, skaters will establish a BO edge on the opposite foot to their landing foot in an upright balanced position. To prepare f
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trol. Single Axel (1A) Definition: An edge jump with natural rotation that takes off from a forward outside edge; listed in the Scale of Values according to the number of revolutions. Unlike other single jumps which are one rotation, a single Axel has one and a half rotations. Description: From skating, the skater will prepare for
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then receive an overall assessment of Bronze. Example: double Lutz with an incorrect take-off edge (inside edge). ELEMENT CRITERIA RATING OVERALL BRONZE SILVER GOLD Double Jump #1 (double Salchow, double toe loop, double loop, double flip, double Lutz or 2A) Mandatory Requirements: Yes: ☐ No: ✓ Execution* ✓ G ☐ S ☐ B ✓ Speed/flow
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da 53 Element Definition Jump related element definitions Axel A jump that takes-off from a forward outside edge and lands on a backward outside edge on the opposite foot to the take-off. Check A term used to describe the force used to stop rotation. Coaches will teach “check” positions on the exits of turns, jumps, spins and othe
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ew free foot off the ice trailing the new skating foot. Roll* A roll is a short or long, forward or backward edge skated on a curve. Rhythm The regularly repeated pattern of accented and unaccented beats which gives the music its character. Set Pattern Dance A patten dance for which the location, direction and curvature of all edge
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lists the abbreviations used within all STAR 6 - Gold dances. List of abbreviations 3 three turn O outside edge SwRk swing rocker 1 & 1 one and one Op open Sw3 swing three turn “and” between beats Qcs quick cross-over slip SwTw swing twizzle B backward Qlb quick lift backward Td touchdown Br bracket Qlf quick lift forward Tw twiz
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e new free foot off the ice trailing the new skating foot. The skater performs a blade push onto an outside edge, fully extending the free leg at a 30-degree angle (approx.) and allowing the free foot to pass the skating foot and step down on an inside edge without crossing into the circle. The foot that was on the outside edge th
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free foot slides off the ice in front of the skating foot. The skater performs a blade push onto an outside edge, fully extending the free leg at a 30-degree angle (approx.), and then brings the free foot to step beside the skating foot to allow the inside foot to slide forward off the ice, reaching a fully extended position. The
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n isolation. Performance Example: From a standstill or skating, the skater will push onto a forward outside edge and perform a cross roll onto the opposite foot. The skater will then either stop and return to start, or allow a few skating steps to prepare for the next cross roll Mandatory Requirement: - Meet the definition of the
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to slow, deliberate waltz music and consists mostly of progressive sequences interspersed with long rolling edges. It thus allows beginners to devote their attention to getting the feel of the music instead of worrying about complicated steps and allows them to enjoy rhythmical motion in their skating. Upright position, good carria
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ue with blades pushes and good free leg extension on steps 1 & 2. Step 3 should demonstrate a solid inside edge with lean change and externally rotated free foot. Focus Area 2 Skater B & Skater A (Lead & Follow): Step 7 Skater B & Skater A (Lead & Follow): RFOI-Sw. On this step the free leg will start behind for 1 beat and move i
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oot off the ice in front of the new skating foot. The skater performs a backward blade push onto an outside edge, fully extending the free leg to the front of their body and allowing the free foot to pass the skating foot and step down on an inside edge without crossing behind into the circle. The foot that was on the outside edge
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p. The swing of the leg gives the sense of a rolling movement. The skater will push onto a backward outside edge on a bent skating knee, fully extending the free leg to the front. As the skater reaches the middle of the edge/roll, the skating knee will rise as the free leg extends behind at an approximate 30-degree angle. The roll
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d behind the skater and internally rotates as it crosses the path of the skating foot to step on an outside edge. Once the weight is transferred to the right foot, the left foot can either be extended behind or raised up behind the skating leg to be brought back in to step on an LFI edge. This cross behind should be tight (feet cl
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. The chassé sequences apply to both forward and backward skating. First step of the sequence is an outside edge of one beat. Second step is an inside edge of one beat, during which the free foot is lifted slightly from the ice and is not allowed to move to a position either in front of or behind the skater, but should be held dir
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-LFI. Skaters are expected to execute a proper cross roll with a blade push and definite outside to outside edge lobe change. The cross behind should have neat feet with a tight cross. Free leg position optional. Focus Area 2 Skater B (Lead) & Skater A (Follow): Step 8 Skater B (Lead) & Skater A (Follow): RFOI. On this step the fr
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nt: - Meet the definition of the element BO Rolls Definition: A roll is a short or long, forward or backward edge skated on a curve. BO rolls start on a BO edge with the free leg extended fully in front. As the skater prepares for the next roll, they will draw their free foot towards their skating foot and step closely beside it on
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at left backward outside swing roll and then turns forward on step 4b for a two count right forward inside edge, which brings the partners into open hold. Step 4 for skater B (the lead) is a six-beat right forward outside-inside change edge. The change from an outside to an inside edge takes place on count one as skater A (the fo
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unknown. Description The basic steps of the European Waltz are a cross roll three turn, a backward outside edge and a forward outside edge for skater B (the lead), while skater A (the follow) skates a backward outside edge, a three turn and another backward outside edge. Semicircular lobes of these three steps are skated along th
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): CR-RFO3, LBO with correct edges, foot placement and timing. Proper cross roll technique, correct outside edge, placement of free foot and unweighting of skating leg during three-turn. Skater A (Follow): RFO-3, LBO with correct edges, foot placement and timing. Skater B (Lead) & Skater A (Follow): Correct placement of instep of
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ollow): Step 4 Skater B (Lead): RFO-SwR with correct edge and timing. Skater completes full lobe on outside edge with soft knee action Skater A (Follow): LBO-SwR with correct edge and timing. Skater completes full lobe on outside edge with soft knee action. Focus Area 2 Skater B (Lead): Steps 8-9 Skater A (Follow): Steps 9-11 Skat
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. Step 14 is an open stroke stepped close beside the skating foot. Steps 13 and 14 should be strong inside edges. The Foxtrot must be danced, not stepped. There must be soft knee action and flow. The free foot must always be placed on the ice close beside the skating foot. The dance is designed to be skated on deep edges with semi
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th weight transfer and soft knee action through the cross roll, completing the lobe on the backward outside edge. Skater A (Follow): CR-RFO, CRLFO3 with correct edges, foot placement and timing. Skater demonstrates smooth weight transfer and soft knee action through both cross rolls. Focus Area 2 Skater B (Lead): Steps 11a-12 Ska
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nticipate step 4 by changing the body weight too early on step 3. Steps 3 and 4 both must be strong outside edges that are not changed or flattened. Correct lean on these edges is essential to the expression of the dance. Steps 5 to 7 form another progressive sequence and again the body weight must follow the curvature of the lobe.
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4 Skater B (Lead) & Skater A (Follow): LFO, RFO with correct edges, foot placement and timing. Deep outside edges maintained to the end of the beat, free leg extended and turned out to the back. Precise timing 2, 2. Correct foot placement (open stroke). Clear, deep edges with lean. Focus Area 2 Skater B (Lead) & Skater A (Follow):
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for skater A (the follow) is a 4 beat LFO swing rocker skated while skater B (the lead) performs 2 outside edges. The swing rocker is executed with a swing of the free leg and is turned after the free leg has passed the skating foot and is extended forward. The turn should be executed on clean outside to outside edges on beat 2 of
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chassé sequences for both partners. The third step of each chassé sequence must finish on a strong outside edge. After the third chassé, both partners skate a 6-beat change of edge on step 9. The movement of the free leg during the second 3 beats of step 9 may be interpreted to the skater’s desire. Both partners skate a 6-beat sw
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inside change of edge, clear unweighting during the change of edge, no flats. Symmetrical lobe with outside edge maintained through entire swing roll. Focus Area 2 Skater B (Lead): Steps 27-29 Skater B (Lead): CR-RFO, CRLFO3, RBO. Correct edges, foot placement and timing. Smooth turn with no skids, scrapes, or flat edges. Outside
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in front and skater A (the follow) extends their free leg behind. Skater B (the lead) then skates a backward edge, a front cross step, then a 2 beat back edge before stepping forward into open hold for chassé and progressive sequences. Meanwhile the partner skates a cross behind chassé followed by two chassés and a progressive sequ
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CRO-RFO-SwR with correct edges, foot placement and timing. Continuous, even knee action with clear outside edges on all cross rolls. Skater A (Follow): CR-RFO, CR-LFO, CRO-RFOSwR RFI-OpCSt to LBI with correct edges, foot placement and timing. Continuous, even knee action with clear outside edges on all cross rolls. Assessment Req
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ont. Step 4 commences in outside hold and finishes in open hold. Step 5 is a strong 4 beat backward outside edge for both partners with the free leg extended in front and brought back to the skating foot just before they step forward for step 6. It should be noted that this step commences on the third beat of the measure. Step 7 i
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step-chassé-step sequences (the so-called “inside chassés” as the second and third step of each are inside edges - steps 33 & 34, 36 &37, 39 & 40, and 42 & 43a), five slip/slide steps, and two inside edges with the free leg held behind, crossing the tracing. The timing of the slip steps is one, one, half (1/2), half (1/2), one (al
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ges, foot placement and timing. Neat feet with clear extension on all chassés and swing roll. Clear inside edge maintained for full swing roll. Continuous lively knee action maintained for all steps in keeping with Samba rhythm. Skater A (Follow): RBO, LBI-Ch, LBO, LBI-Qlf, RBO, LBI-Ch, RBO, LBI-Qlf, RBI-SwR with correct edges, f
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ilian hold (steps 27 -29.) Leading to the conclusion of the dance is an extremely deep left forward inside edge for both. It is permitted to retrogress on the pattern as long as this is reflected in a degree of control. The follow then executes an open C Step (steps 37a and 37 b) to be in position to restart the dance. Note: Step
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old between steps 5 and 6. Steps 1 to 3 form a progressive sequence. Step 3, however, changes to an inside edge after 2 beats so that step 4 may be directed with a lilt and quick body weight change towards the centre. Steps 5 and 6 form an inside open C step. At the start skater B (the lead) is on skater A’s (the follow’s) left b
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er). Free leg extended (direction optional either to front or to back) on exit edge of turn on back outside edge. Assessment Requirements Mandatory Requirements: (3 of 3 successful) - Correct timing throughout dance, with one timing error permitted (no more than 7 steps off time in a pattern/sequence) - All Focus Areas must be suc
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a chassé sequence, while steps 3 to 5 form a progressive sequence. Step 5 is a 4 beat left forward outside edge forming the first part of a closed swing S step. The exit edge from the S step is held for 3 beats; the free foot first remains forward, then is drawn down beside the skating foot and swung smoothly outward and backward
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lead) skates a three turn for step 14. These steps are strong edges followed by step 15 that is an outside edge that directs the lobe towards the side of the ice surface. Skater B (the lead) skates a 2-beat edge (step 16) while skater A (the follow) skates a chassé (steps 16a and b), then skater B (the lead) steps forward to plac
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e dance that begins on the fourth beat of the measure. Skater B (the lead) starts on a left forward outside edge with their right foot on the ice to the side; skater A (the follow) starts on a right backward outside edge with their left foot on the ice to the side (both partners are on two feet during one beat). Both partners exec
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w) touches the ice with their right foot and the right knee bent, left leg extended, both blades on outside edges. At the same time skater B (the lead) skates a LBO and quickly extends their right leg to skate a wide RBI. There are several acceptable options in the manner in which skater B (the lead) performs this that are used for
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Steps 22 and 23 form a cross behind closed toe to toe S Step for both partners from a left forward inside edge. At the commencement of Step 23, the right foot is crossed behind. The free legs are extended in front during the concluding edge. The next section (Steps 24 to 38) is skated in typical polka character, and the “closed”
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eps. The dance starts with a chassé followed by a double change of edge on Step 3. The left forward outside edge is held for two beats while the free foot is brought to the side of the skating foot followed by a lift and a pronounced outward movement on beat three coinciding with a rise of the skating knee as the edge is changed t
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to keep the flow (in Kilian hold) and to accentuate the waltz character. The very short right back outside edge is skated on the “and” after beat three of Step 1. Steps 2 and 3 are followed by a left forward inside edge held for three beats. On Step 5, skater A (the follow) skates an inside three on count six of the measure chang
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th is a touchdown three turned in Kilian hold on the third beat, followed by a short right backward outside edge skated on the “and” after beat three. Both skaters skate Step 11 for counts four to six as an open stroke with the foot extended back. Skater A (the follow) continues on their Step 12 with a cross roll and a three-turn
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) is turned rapidly so that the timing for skater B (the lead) is two counts for their left forward outside edge with the three being turned on the “and” between counts two and three. Skater A (the follow) skates their right back outside edge for two counts and their left forward outside three- turn (skater A’s (the follow’s) Step
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s and points of intersection. Axel An edge jump with natural rotation that takes off from a forward outside edge; listed in the Scale of Values according to the number of rotations. Unlike other single jumps which are one rotation, a single Axel has one-and-a-half rotations. Axel Jump An edge jump with natural rotation that takes
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"man" in the ISU regulations. Axel An edge jump with natural rotation that takes off from a forward outside edge; listed in the Scale of Values according to the number of rotations. Unlike other single jumps which are one rotation, a single Axel has one-and-a-half rotations. Axel Jump An edge jump with natural rotation that takes
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t, in both directions, clockwise and counterclockwise, to allow the introduction of both inside and outside edges on each foot. Ideally, the free foot should be held close to the skating leg for increased balance. • Perform on each foot in both directions STAGE 4 - BALANCE FORWARD CROSSCUTS From forward skating on a circle, the ska
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sh, cross”. • Perform 1 complete figure-8 with a minimum of 50% blade pushes on each circle FORWARD INSIDE EDGES Using the description identified in Stage 3 Stationary T, V, L push, the skater pushes onto a curve to hold a glide on an inside edge for half a circle. The skater repeats this action on the other foot. A line or pylons
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ions themselves into a spread eagle position on a small curve. The front foot glides forwards on an inside edge and the back foot follows the same curve on a backward inside edge. The body leans into the curve with bent or straight knees. This skill must be trained in both directions to encourage turn out and flexibility. • Perfo
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rm a minimum of 1 full circle in each direction • Demonstrate a minimum of 75% blade pushes FORWARD OUTSIDE EDGES Using the description identified in Stage 3 Stationary T, V, L push, the skater pushes onto a curve to hold a glide on an outside edge for half a circle. The skater repeats this action on the other foot. A line or pylon
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no wider than shoulder-width apart. Using the side of the blade, the skater applies pressure to the inside edge of the outside foot and pushes outwards and forwards, maintaining weight on inside foot, and lifts the foot o the ice. The skater holds this glide for approximately one second before returning to a twofoot glide posit
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st be trained on both feet in each direction, clockwise and counterclockwise, to introduce all four backward edges. Ideally, the free foot should be held close to the skating leg for increased balance. • Perform 1 glide on each foot • Sustain the glide for a minimum of 4 seconds SUSTAINED FORWARD ONE-FOOT GLIDE From forward skating,
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skater is stopping to the left, the left foot comes o the ice producing a right foot stop with the inside edge. Train in each direction. Stopping with the outside edge is acceptable but not expected. • Perform 1 complete stop in direction of choice FORWARD TWOFOOT SIDE STOP WITH SPEED Using the description from Stage 5, the ska
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onary position or two-foot spin, the skater initiates a spin in their direction of choice on a back outside edge (back spin). The edge does not need to be sustained throughout the spin. • Perform a minimum of 1 revolution in the direction of choice for the skater SPEED DRILL #3 From stationary or moving start, the skater skates fo
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ITY FORWARD C STEP From stationary position or from two-foot glide, the skater steps onto a forward inside edge, extends the free foot and then draws it towards the inside of skating foot. The free foot comes to the inside of the skating foot to form a T or L position with the feet. The free toe externally rotates as the skater r
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AGE 6 - AGILITY ROTATING POWER JUMP OR Starting from a standstill, the skater pushes onto a forward outside edge. The skater uses their arms and free leg to move forward while pushing down on the skating leg to launch into the air. The skater will rotate 180° and land on a backward outside edge of opposite foot. Skaters should be
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r a Coach has an association. Axel An edge jump with natural rotation that takes off from a forward outside edge; listed in the Scale of Values according to the number of rotations. Unlike other single jumps which are one rotation, a single Axel has one-and-a-half rotations. Board The board of Directors of Skate Canada. Category T
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