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How can I stay balanced while gliding?

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Make sure you're not standing up completely straight. Bend your knees, look ahead, and balance your torso front and back depending on where you need the weight.

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I want to do competitive level skating, but I am from Asia, and there aren't a lot of ice rinks. How do I get a coach in another country who will help me with competitive skating?

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If you are a beginner, coaches from other countries are not going to be willing to travel to coach you. However, if you are already a competitive skater and are successful, a coach might take an interest in you. However, you can get started in competitive skating without a coach. Lots of countries in Asia are home to famous figure skaters, including China, Thailand, Japan, South Korea, and the Philippines, so I'm sure you can find a rink and a coach eventually.

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Can this information be applied to skating with hockey skates as well as figure skates?

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For the most part, yes, although hockey skates need to be laced differently and they are more bulky. If you learn to skate with hockey skates, it will take some time to skate with figure skates and vice versa.

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Is ice skating easy?

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Ice skating varies in difficulty depending on what tricks you're trying to do and how often you practice. Some people might naturally feel comfortable on the ice than others. If you skate often, it will become easy over time.

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How cold are ice rinks usually?

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They are normally between 50 and 65 degrees, depending on the rink. Some might be colder though.

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How do I do a crossover?

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Cross one foot over the other. Balance on the foot that you used to cross over the other and pull your other foot behind and to the side to uncross your feet.

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Can I practice on the floor with socks only if I am a beginner?

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Practicing on a floor at home is useful if you are practicing formation for jumps or even crossovers, but if you are just starting and want to practice strides, it might not be to helpful and likely won't translate to the ice. There is no harm in trying.

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If I did ice skating a long time ago, will I remember how to skate now?

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You may find it easier than others would at the beginner level, but you will still have to build up and re-learn techniques to reach the level you were at before.

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Is ice skating like regular skating?

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It is, a little bit. However, ice is a totally different surface than pavement or wood, and its slickness and speed need to be considered.

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How do I move in ice skates, like how do I place my foot?

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The easiest method of learning how to ice skate is by knowing how to roller skate. The difference is that they're in different shoes and different surroundings at different times.

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How do I turn right and left?

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The easiest way is to lean just a bit in the direction you want to turn, rather that turning your foot.

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I tried so hard but I can't skate properly and I keep scratching my thigh with the skates every time I fall. What can I do?

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Just keep practicing. If you cut yourself badly, it's best to go to a doctor.

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How do I jump while ice skating?

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You can start by leaning down and putting your hands in front of your knees, then doing a small, two-foot jump.

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Can you break a part of your body from ice skating?

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Yes, injuries are common while ice skating. Practicing safety precautions can make the risk of injury less likely.

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How do I stop myself from falling?

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Keep your head up, and look straight forward. Keep your knees bent. Extend your arms out to keep your balance. Stay near a wall until you get comfortable with the ice.

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If I want to learn figure skating but first have to learn how to skate, should I buy basic skates or figure skates?

Lil

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Recreational skates are similar to rental skates in that they have a toe pick but lack support needed for advanced figure skating skills. Your first pair of skates should not be expensive, in case you find you do not like ice skating. I would recommend getting recreational figure skates to start out. See your local pro shop for more information or to get fitted.

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