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NZIFSA Stroking Skills Manual

New Zealand · English · 117 pages

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NZIFSA Stroking Skills Test Manual 4 MARKING Stroking will be judged Stroking will be judged by awarding a mark out of five for each element. The marks will be awarded as follows: 1. Well below the standard. 2. Below the standard. 3. Meets the standard. 4. Above the standard. 5. Well above the standard. In determining this result consideration will be given to: a) Accuracy – the correct start, steps and adherence to the general pattern b) Edge Quality – characterised by a stable arc and controlled body rotation, the edge ideally without subcurves or wobbles, initiated by placing the body and blade on an angle to the surface of the ice and stepping on the required edge. This edge and arc will ideally commence immediately at the point where the skater takes the ice and travels uninterrupted until a required transition takes place c) Extension – the controlled stretching of the free leg complimented by an upright body posture. The height of the extension is determined by the type of movement being executed as is the extension of the upper body. The final extended position should always be attained in a controlled fashion d) Quickness – quickness refers to foot speed. It is the precise, rapid and crisp execution of turns, change of edge and transitions, usually in a brisk and continuous cadence. Refinements to acknowledge include quick movement that is quiet, fluid and continuous without disturbing the proper and erect carriage of the upper body and without interrupting the established rhythm. e) Power – power is obvious and rapid acceleration, often from a standstill position, achieved by a forceful, gripping pressure exerted by the skating leg and skate against the surface of the ice. Power includes maintaining or increasing speed while executing various skating elements. Power is relative to the size of the skater but can be attained with proper stroking technique. COMMON ERRORS, AREAS OF DIFFICULTY & TEST EXPECTATIONS The Common Errors (CE), Areas of Difficulty (AD), and Test Expectations (TE) are listed for each of the elements the Stroking Skills tests. These notes should be read in conjunction with the requirements for each element of each test level.