Im about 200lbs, Ive never been ice skating before, Is it gonna be a problem cuz of my weight?
Can a big girl go ice skating?
There isn't a weight limit for using a public ice skating rink. 200 pounds isn't that heavy. Just make sure you wear a pair of jeans and a thick shirt since this is your first time... to prevent injury in the occurence of a mishap on the ice rink.
Reply:No. Would you ask yourself that if you were a guy? I'm well over 200lbs and have never thought of that as an issue for skating. Dress warmly. Be prepared to fall. Thin ice is a problem for all skaters.
Reply:No it wouldnt be a problem you can do the same thing skinny girls can do.Girl GO FOR IT!!!
Reply:how tall are you?
Reply:Go skating! Have fun! You are not a Big Girl, you a Quality Girl (not quantity) Don't forget it!
Reply:GO DO IT, After a few goes you may enjoy it and even loose a few pounds, if you want to that is. Hell people come in all shapes and sizes, and we all have some problem with our bodies
Reply:No way girl!
Ice skating is very fun and you will definately enjoy it!
Dont worry because ice skates can hold people with big numbers on a scale. If you are worrying that people are going to like treat you wierd then thats not true. I highly doubt people will mistreat you because of your weight. Besides, 200 lbs is not bad at all! Dont worry about it!
I know that if I ever see you ice skating, I wouldnt mind and I would just think of you as another person.
Can you please give me the best answer?
Thanks! You are going to have a great time ice skating and you have yourself a great day!
Reply:well, i'm not sure about the arena/rink that you have in your area, or other answerers' area, but in my country which only has a 20m*30m rink, there isnt a weight limit.
i'm pretty sure there wouldn't be a problem at a rink. however, if you're experiencing winter time and have some frozen lakes/ponds, i'd advise not to go there unless there are plenty of people there. it's not simply because of weight issues, but it's that the ice may be unevenly frozen and break unexpectedly.. a rink is way better.
hmm. i'm sure that everyone's feet looks the same. i mean, you're not grotesquely overweight right? so i think you'll fit into skates too, if that's your concern... remember to tie them tight and secure, so that only one finger can barely make it under the lace... if you have figure skating style of rental skates [with the jagged toe pick] be really secure at the ankle.
i think you're conscious of your weight. don't be. do you love yourself? well, if you're very conscious then cut back a little on the weight. do you know skating burns almost as much calories as jogging? go for it!
but then your weight may be an issue for you since you have to think more on balancing on ice and be aware of your surroundings than to think of what others think..being on ice is a totally different feeling esp to a first timer. i doubt anyone will discrimate you, so dont worry about that. forget about your in securities, stay near the railings/boards but DO NOT hold on to them... i did and took forever to let go..
go with friends who know how to skate, even if they only barely know how. they'll keep your confidence in check. get the considerate kinds who wont tease!
wear gloves! you dont want to cut your hand when you fall right? please dont fall with your hands outstretched. it may break the fall, but it may injure your wrist! it happened to me. if you're aware you're gonna fall, at least kneel down..
wear long clothing. so that you don cut yourself with sharp ice by strong skaters...
falls are okay, dont let people scare you. cos you're on ice, you'll skid, it'll break the impact of your fall! so it's actually better to fall on ice than on land..
hmm.. hey girl.. dont be worried about skating kay? i took quite a bit of work to learn.. it's just the right techniques.. you need to find your centre of gravity on ice which is different from on land.. when others teach your how to skate, let go of the railing or else you will never.. pst. that's from me. i pissed my friends off once cos i embarrassed them...
if you're going alone, at least go watch the better skaters.. look at their feet, try to imitate them. for starters, keep weight on the foot that's on ice...
hope you have a beautiful time skating. dont be in secure.. just as ppl agree with disagree, find security in your insecurity.. =)
Reply:Yes, dont let your weight hold you back. im 220 and play pond hockey all the time with equipment.
Reply:I love big gurls who go out and have fun and know they still can. Of course you can go ice skating. There is a movie about that big gurl who ice skates.
Go out there and knock the little girls down!
Reply:You will probably break through the ice, but I say "Go for it girl!"
Reply:Yes you can go, I imagine that if you fall it may hurt more.
Reply:No, you just need some balance.
Reply:i dont think you can even go...the weight limit onthe ice is about 140
Reply:depeneds on weight limit, if ur going on a lake take your chances and hope it is solid frozen
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Wednesday, March 17, 2010
If I can roller blade, can I also ice skate? How do I brake?
I'm going ice skating for the first time tomorrow.
I can roller blade just fine, how is ice skating different?
Any tips on how to brake, clothes, or anything else I should know?
If I can roller blade, can I also ice skate? How do I brake?
The ability to roller blade will definitely help you out, but it won't guarantee a strong grasp of ice skating. Certain styles of roller blading do not translate well to the ice, so it's kind of a crap shoot. You have to be conscious of your edges and stay low if you feel like you are going to fall; bend from your knees, not your waist. Make sure your skates fit snuggly; you shouldn't lose circulation, but the fit should be just a notch looser than that.
If you know how to hockey stop on blades, the ice skates should be similar, but just take the stop a little slower. You can also do a plough stop; like in skiing (pizza pie/french fries technique). Spread your legs apart and angle your toes inward while pushing your weight outward from you heels; feet should angle inward at about a 45 degree angle. Bend your knees and sit back a bit... you should at least slow down considerably.
The very skinny girl in green in doing a plough stop in this pic:
http://www.flickr.com/photo_zoom.gne?id=...
The girl in the very front on this picture, wearing pink is doing a pretty good plough example:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/allenleenyc...
The girl in the foreground in the green dress is doing one here:
http://www.flickr.com/photo_zoom.gne?id=...
Reply:They are similer enough that you shouldn't have any of the typical getting started problems but there are some differences to keep in mind.
Hockey and figure skates (what the places usually rent) have a rocker. Unless your inline skates are set up for doing dance moves and slalom, the wheels will be set flat. The rocker will make them feel like they want to go in random directions. This will let you turn sharper than you probably can on your inlines but it will take some time to get used to.
You use your toe more as part of your stride in ice skating than you do on inlines (assuming that you don't have the bad habit of toe pushing on inlines).
There is much less grip during the push part of your stride than with inlines. If you have a strong push segment of the stride, you may have to back off a bit.
Braking is obviously different.
If you do a T-stop (dragging the side of a skate behind you) on your inlines, it works well on ice.
Lunge turns are also effective and easier on the ice skates because of the rocker.
Spin stops also work well on ice.
Reply:brake by turning ur knees in so ur outer edge skids on the ice.
and i think so.
i started out with a little rollerblading, and i started figure skating and compete 3 competitions a yr and skate 4 times a week.
Reply:well ice skating is alot harder but roller blades are kinda similar to ice skating. well to brake on ice skating is simple you just have to turn to the right or left and stop gliding. and for clothes you could just wear pants and a sweater cause its very cold in an ice rink.
Reply:The two are similar in that you have to push the same way in skates as in rollerblades....push using the sides of your blades instead of your toes, but really, they're very different. I've been figure skating for a long time, but don't claim to be very good on rollerblades! Personally, I think skating on ice is easier. You don't have to worry about rocks and junk or cracks in the sidewalk or hills. It's easier to push and gain speed.
As for stopping, the easiest way to stop on ice is called a snowplow stop. If you have ever gone skiing, this may sound familiar. To do a snowplow stop, point your toes slightly inward to make an upside down V shape and push out to the sides. Keep your arms out for balance and bend your knees. Practice them first just standing still. With your feet about a shoulder width apart, bend your knees, arms out and push out with your feet. Be sure not to let your upper body lean foward or backward.
If you're going skating, I don't recommend wearing jeans. Should you wipe out, the jeans absorb water and won't dry as quickly as sweats or athletic pants. Also you're more flexible in anything but jeans. You'd probably do just fine in sweats, a t-shirt, fleece/sweatshirt and gloves if you're skating indoors.
Also, be sure to tie the ankles of your skates tightest because that is where you need the most support. Have fun!
Reply:i do not think they are that similar but anyways to stop you can put your feet in a T and put pressure on your back foot put yourtoes together a bit making a V shape or if they are NOT hockey boots you will have a toe pick pick your foot up put it behind you on the ice and the toe pick will continuolusly pick the ice untill you stop if all else fails hit the boreds (hands first if possible) attire NOT jeans
Reply:Roller blading is very similar to ice skating. For an Ice Skater, it harder to roller blade because it's on wheels (trust me, i've been in ice competitions!), ane vice versa for roller bladers. To Stop on ice you can turn backwards and lean on your toepicks. An easier way is having one foot in front close to a 90 degree angle to your body making sure your toepick is on the inside (toepicks should most always face each other). Clothes wise, Jeans, t-shirt and sweater is fine, maybe gloves and hat if you're very new to the ice. After a while, you'll get sweaty (believe it or not) so you can take the sweater off. Since i've gone before, i typically wear special tight that go over my boots. Anything else- if you see somebody showing off, aka- spins jumps-, don't try it. It takes a ton of practice. I had one kid try to copy me and he broke his wrist. Rental skates tend to be very uncomfortable so wear comfortable full length socks (no ankle socks- you'll get a blister). Don't look down, you'll lose your balance and if you think you'll fall, go by the wall so you can catch yourself.
Reply:Yep! if you can roller blade you can skate :) to brake you can point your toes together but not to fast or you'll fall over. wear thick socks or you'll get blisters! and if you fall over (everyone does at first...) keep your fingers in, 'cause you don't want them chopped off. if you need any other help just ask the people you're with.
Oh, and most importantly Have Fun!
good luck
Reply:Roller blading is alot easier than ice skating. You should be able to do it but you won't be able to stop as easily.
Just remember to push the front of your skate down towards the ice to slow yourself down.
Keep a steady pace, and you need to move your legs a bit differently, keep your feet on the ground more than you would if you were rollerblading and sway your hips a bit more to push yourself along the ice.
Reply:thats how i strted, i used to rollarblade, i switched over to ice skating, to snow u kinda put ur foot forward....or go into the wall, either way works, the diff is that ice is alot more slippery. wear gloves, very important, if u fall, its very cold...also, wear sweatpants....u dont wanna rip jeans...it aint pretty....oh, n thick socks...
Reply:It's about the same. Just use strike 2 to move on the ice. To brake, do t-stop. if you r afraid of falling, i advise u to move in a v.
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I can roller blade just fine, how is ice skating different?
Any tips on how to brake, clothes, or anything else I should know?
If I can roller blade, can I also ice skate? How do I brake?
The ability to roller blade will definitely help you out, but it won't guarantee a strong grasp of ice skating. Certain styles of roller blading do not translate well to the ice, so it's kind of a crap shoot. You have to be conscious of your edges and stay low if you feel like you are going to fall; bend from your knees, not your waist. Make sure your skates fit snuggly; you shouldn't lose circulation, but the fit should be just a notch looser than that.
If you know how to hockey stop on blades, the ice skates should be similar, but just take the stop a little slower. You can also do a plough stop; like in skiing (pizza pie/french fries technique). Spread your legs apart and angle your toes inward while pushing your weight outward from you heels; feet should angle inward at about a 45 degree angle. Bend your knees and sit back a bit... you should at least slow down considerably.
The very skinny girl in green in doing a plough stop in this pic:
http://www.flickr.com/photo_zoom.gne?id=...
The girl in the very front on this picture, wearing pink is doing a pretty good plough example:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/allenleenyc...
The girl in the foreground in the green dress is doing one here:
http://www.flickr.com/photo_zoom.gne?id=...
Reply:They are similer enough that you shouldn't have any of the typical getting started problems but there are some differences to keep in mind.
Hockey and figure skates (what the places usually rent) have a rocker. Unless your inline skates are set up for doing dance moves and slalom, the wheels will be set flat. The rocker will make them feel like they want to go in random directions. This will let you turn sharper than you probably can on your inlines but it will take some time to get used to.
You use your toe more as part of your stride in ice skating than you do on inlines (assuming that you don't have the bad habit of toe pushing on inlines).
There is much less grip during the push part of your stride than with inlines. If you have a strong push segment of the stride, you may have to back off a bit.
Braking is obviously different.
If you do a T-stop (dragging the side of a skate behind you) on your inlines, it works well on ice.
Lunge turns are also effective and easier on the ice skates because of the rocker.
Spin stops also work well on ice.
Reply:brake by turning ur knees in so ur outer edge skids on the ice.
and i think so.
i started out with a little rollerblading, and i started figure skating and compete 3 competitions a yr and skate 4 times a week.
Reply:well ice skating is alot harder but roller blades are kinda similar to ice skating. well to brake on ice skating is simple you just have to turn to the right or left and stop gliding. and for clothes you could just wear pants and a sweater cause its very cold in an ice rink.
Reply:The two are similar in that you have to push the same way in skates as in rollerblades....push using the sides of your blades instead of your toes, but really, they're very different. I've been figure skating for a long time, but don't claim to be very good on rollerblades! Personally, I think skating on ice is easier. You don't have to worry about rocks and junk or cracks in the sidewalk or hills. It's easier to push and gain speed.
As for stopping, the easiest way to stop on ice is called a snowplow stop. If you have ever gone skiing, this may sound familiar. To do a snowplow stop, point your toes slightly inward to make an upside down V shape and push out to the sides. Keep your arms out for balance and bend your knees. Practice them first just standing still. With your feet about a shoulder width apart, bend your knees, arms out and push out with your feet. Be sure not to let your upper body lean foward or backward.
If you're going skating, I don't recommend wearing jeans. Should you wipe out, the jeans absorb water and won't dry as quickly as sweats or athletic pants. Also you're more flexible in anything but jeans. You'd probably do just fine in sweats, a t-shirt, fleece/sweatshirt and gloves if you're skating indoors.
Also, be sure to tie the ankles of your skates tightest because that is where you need the most support. Have fun!
Reply:i do not think they are that similar but anyways to stop you can put your feet in a T and put pressure on your back foot put yourtoes together a bit making a V shape or if they are NOT hockey boots you will have a toe pick pick your foot up put it behind you on the ice and the toe pick will continuolusly pick the ice untill you stop if all else fails hit the boreds (hands first if possible) attire NOT jeans
Reply:Roller blading is very similar to ice skating. For an Ice Skater, it harder to roller blade because it's on wheels (trust me, i've been in ice competitions!), ane vice versa for roller bladers. To Stop on ice you can turn backwards and lean on your toepicks. An easier way is having one foot in front close to a 90 degree angle to your body making sure your toepick is on the inside (toepicks should most always face each other). Clothes wise, Jeans, t-shirt and sweater is fine, maybe gloves and hat if you're very new to the ice. After a while, you'll get sweaty (believe it or not) so you can take the sweater off. Since i've gone before, i typically wear special tight that go over my boots. Anything else- if you see somebody showing off, aka- spins jumps-, don't try it. It takes a ton of practice. I had one kid try to copy me and he broke his wrist. Rental skates tend to be very uncomfortable so wear comfortable full length socks (no ankle socks- you'll get a blister). Don't look down, you'll lose your balance and if you think you'll fall, go by the wall so you can catch yourself.
Reply:Yep! if you can roller blade you can skate :) to brake you can point your toes together but not to fast or you'll fall over. wear thick socks or you'll get blisters! and if you fall over (everyone does at first...) keep your fingers in, 'cause you don't want them chopped off. if you need any other help just ask the people you're with.
Oh, and most importantly Have Fun!
good luck
Reply:Roller blading is alot easier than ice skating. You should be able to do it but you won't be able to stop as easily.
Just remember to push the front of your skate down towards the ice to slow yourself down.
Keep a steady pace, and you need to move your legs a bit differently, keep your feet on the ground more than you would if you were rollerblading and sway your hips a bit more to push yourself along the ice.
Reply:thats how i strted, i used to rollarblade, i switched over to ice skating, to snow u kinda put ur foot forward....or go into the wall, either way works, the diff is that ice is alot more slippery. wear gloves, very important, if u fall, its very cold...also, wear sweatpants....u dont wanna rip jeans...it aint pretty....oh, n thick socks...
Reply:It's about the same. Just use strike 2 to move on the ice. To brake, do t-stop. if you r afraid of falling, i advise u to move in a v.
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I have to make a power point about ice skating!?
I have to make a power point about being an ice skating coach. Does anybody know anything about being an ice skating coach? Like how they teach, how they get paid, how they work with the people that they are teaching. PLEASE HELP ME AND I WILL GIVE YOU SOME POINTS!!!
I have to make a power point about ice skating!?
I can skate and I have taken my kids to skating class. What do you want to know?
Usually they start with having kids stand in their skates on the floor and practice standing up and how to stand.
Then they have the kids skate holding on to chairs on the ice. They teach them the very basics.
They don't get paid much at all.
Tell me what you want to know. Adult lessons, kids lessons, what level?
dental
I have to make a power point about ice skating!?
I can skate and I have taken my kids to skating class. What do you want to know?
Usually they start with having kids stand in their skates on the floor and practice standing up and how to stand.
Then they have the kids skate holding on to chairs on the ice. They teach them the very basics.
They don't get paid much at all.
Tell me what you want to know. Adult lessons, kids lessons, what level?
dental
How much does the Annual Ice Skating in Downtown Houston, Tx Cost?
I am trying to plan a trip for my Drill Team to go to the Ice Skating rink that they have every year Downtown and I can not find the prices anywhere!!! And to b able to plan this I need to have a general idea on the cost... So does anyone know what the general cost is or maybe have an estimate or even a web site...??
Thanks for your Help!!!
%26lt;3ya
How much does the Annual Ice Skating in Downtown Houston, Tx Cost?
Plan on $6 plus $2 for skate rental per individual. Have fun!
Reply:They don't have it DT. Moody Gardens in Houston has it. I think the Woodlands also has a "Winter Wonderland" type festival with ice skating %26amp; fake snow.
Reply:Seasonal temporary rinks may not necessarily have a website at this time as prices/locations change. Sometimes you can find an older website, but the prices will more than likely be higher for the current year. Once you do find the info and can contact them, you will most likely be able to get a group discount if your drill team is big enough (possibly with a some instruction included).
Most articles about holiday skating in Downtown Houston seem to lead to the Galleria - and they do have group rates listed on the website:
Polar Ice Galleria
http://www.polaricegalleriahouston.com/
Here are links Googled for other ice skating rinks near Downtown Houston, TX . . . but all of these are open all year round.
http://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en%26amp;resnum...
Hope that helps!!
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Thanks for your Help!!!
%26lt;3ya
How much does the Annual Ice Skating in Downtown Houston, Tx Cost?
Plan on $6 plus $2 for skate rental per individual. Have fun!
Reply:They don't have it DT. Moody Gardens in Houston has it. I think the Woodlands also has a "Winter Wonderland" type festival with ice skating %26amp; fake snow.
Reply:Seasonal temporary rinks may not necessarily have a website at this time as prices/locations change. Sometimes you can find an older website, but the prices will more than likely be higher for the current year. Once you do find the info and can contact them, you will most likely be able to get a group discount if your drill team is big enough (possibly with a some instruction included).
Most articles about holiday skating in Downtown Houston seem to lead to the Galleria - and they do have group rates listed on the website:
Polar Ice Galleria
http://www.polaricegalleriahouston.com/
Here are links Googled for other ice skating rinks near Downtown Houston, TX . . . but all of these are open all year round.
http://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en%26amp;resnum...
Hope that helps!!
jsp
Top Tips for taking up ice-skating?
I'd love to take up ice-skating.. is there a particular age which is best for taking it up and is there any tops and advice anyone could kindly give me :) thankx muchly! x
Top Tips for taking up ice-skating?
you can be a good skater from the first day that you step on the ice.
skating is not about being at a high level. i think most people feel like that so they think they need to start early but you should only be doing it if you love it. the point is for enjoyment and then your immediate goal is to look good doing whatever move you are doing, even if it is a two foot glide.
confidence, not experience, is what every skater needs to be successful.
go for it baby~!
Reply:erm well i think that you can start from any age but i think that if you started from a young age e.g. 4 when your around 10 you could be a pro at ice skating but it doesnt matter how old you are. A useful tip is too keep practicing and to believe in yourself and to remember tht impossible is nuffing!
Reply:there's no particular age to start ice skating i didn't step on ice until last year and i'm already learning single jumps.
the advice i would give to you is to practice as much as you can and if your like me and love the ice you'll never want to get off lol ^_^
also never give up no matter how hard something is just keep trying and you'll get it.
so good luck ^_^
Reply:Many figure skaters start as young as 3 of 4. I started at 11, so it's really never too late to start figure skating. I personally believe a good age to start is 8 or 9 because older kids tend to grasp ideas a lot faster than the little ones. This age is perfect because it's somewhere in the middle: not too young, but not too old either
I would highly reccomend starting in the level Pre-Alpha. Don't start in Tots 1 %26amp;2 OR Tots 3 %26amp;4 because most of the people there are 3 or 4 years old. Pre-Alpha has mainly younger kids, but the moves they teach are basic and a great place to start:
*Backward Swizzles
*Forward Swizzles
*Two-Foot Spin
*Two-Foot Glide
*One-Foot Glide (right and left)
In the beginning, use the rental skates your rink provides. Because you will only be a beginner, rental skates are adequate for what you will be doing on the ice. Beware: rental skates are dull, crooked, and will sometimes give you blisters. Once at the level Gamma, I would purchase a pair of skates online at skatebuys.com because they are cheaper than at pro shops. However, determine your size by going to a pro shop to try them on. Then buy online
New skates are very stiff and need to be broken in.
Leave the first two eyelets of the skate untied on your first couple of wears. I would also purchase guards and soakers and bunga pads. Guards cover the blade when you're wlaking around outside the rink. These prevent the blade from getting dull quickly. Soakers are placed on the blade to soak up the water from the ice that has accumulated on the blade while you were skating. Bunga bads are wraps that are placed around the ankle, toes, etc. that prevent blisters
If you don't want to use Bunga Pads, you can purchase corn cushions from Longs and place them on "bony areas" such as the ankle. I have very bony feet and now I have bunions from skating. I place corn cushions on the bunions.
I wouldn't purchase a dress and tights until you get to at least Freestyle 4. Dresses are for more proffessional skaters. You don't need a dress when you're still trying to learn backward crossovers.
Practice Practice Practice. This is where age is irrelevant. As long as you practice dillegently, you will excel.
Hope this helps
Always,
MeowMeow
scooter
Top Tips for taking up ice-skating?
you can be a good skater from the first day that you step on the ice.
skating is not about being at a high level. i think most people feel like that so they think they need to start early but you should only be doing it if you love it. the point is for enjoyment and then your immediate goal is to look good doing whatever move you are doing, even if it is a two foot glide.
confidence, not experience, is what every skater needs to be successful.
go for it baby~!
Reply:erm well i think that you can start from any age but i think that if you started from a young age e.g. 4 when your around 10 you could be a pro at ice skating but it doesnt matter how old you are. A useful tip is too keep practicing and to believe in yourself and to remember tht impossible is nuffing!
Reply:there's no particular age to start ice skating i didn't step on ice until last year and i'm already learning single jumps.
the advice i would give to you is to practice as much as you can and if your like me and love the ice you'll never want to get off lol ^_^
also never give up no matter how hard something is just keep trying and you'll get it.
so good luck ^_^
Reply:Many figure skaters start as young as 3 of 4. I started at 11, so it's really never too late to start figure skating. I personally believe a good age to start is 8 or 9 because older kids tend to grasp ideas a lot faster than the little ones. This age is perfect because it's somewhere in the middle: not too young, but not too old either
I would highly reccomend starting in the level Pre-Alpha. Don't start in Tots 1 %26amp;2 OR Tots 3 %26amp;4 because most of the people there are 3 or 4 years old. Pre-Alpha has mainly younger kids, but the moves they teach are basic and a great place to start:
*Backward Swizzles
*Forward Swizzles
*Two-Foot Spin
*Two-Foot Glide
*One-Foot Glide (right and left)
In the beginning, use the rental skates your rink provides. Because you will only be a beginner, rental skates are adequate for what you will be doing on the ice. Beware: rental skates are dull, crooked, and will sometimes give you blisters. Once at the level Gamma, I would purchase a pair of skates online at skatebuys.com because they are cheaper than at pro shops. However, determine your size by going to a pro shop to try them on. Then buy online
New skates are very stiff and need to be broken in.
Leave the first two eyelets of the skate untied on your first couple of wears. I would also purchase guards and soakers and bunga pads. Guards cover the blade when you're wlaking around outside the rink. These prevent the blade from getting dull quickly. Soakers are placed on the blade to soak up the water from the ice that has accumulated on the blade while you were skating. Bunga bads are wraps that are placed around the ankle, toes, etc. that prevent blisters
If you don't want to use Bunga Pads, you can purchase corn cushions from Longs and place them on "bony areas" such as the ankle. I have very bony feet and now I have bunions from skating. I place corn cushions on the bunions.
I wouldn't purchase a dress and tights until you get to at least Freestyle 4. Dresses are for more proffessional skaters. You don't need a dress when you're still trying to learn backward crossovers.
Practice Practice Practice. This is where age is irrelevant. As long as you practice dillegently, you will excel.
Hope this helps
Always,
MeowMeow
scooter
What do I need For ice skating?
Im going to an ice skating camp, but I have no idea what kind of clothes to wear or what else to bring! Any suggestions?
What do I need For ice skating?
Check what programs they have there like if they have ballet you may need ballet shoes
But you will for sure need
skates
nylons,sweat pants, mitts, sweater, dress, skirt
your music
snacks
water bottle
money (for calling people on pay phone, buying food)
muscle rub
And if you wish
spinner
yoga mat/towel
skipping rope
If you want to make a good impression then you should wear a skating dress with nylons with no holes in them and clean your skates
Hope this is enough info
Reply:ok. So, bring lots of warm clothes and plenty of bottles of water because ice skating is hard work! Bring gloves, scarf and towels (for you or your skates). Make sure your clothes wont drag on the ice and dont bring clothes which will get soaked if you fall over (eg trackie bottoms) hope that helps and have fun!!!
Reply:After reading all other responses, thought I had better mention PLASTERS!!!! All that skating you're gonna do may hurt!
Reply:(All this information is based on that your attending a higher level camp, not just a begginers camp, though the items work both ways.)
SKATES!!! long fitted pants that STRETCH!!!!!!!!! (you can get these at target for about $20) a bag to carry your skates in ( I would recommend one with wheels) you should probaly bring a beach towel (because you'll probably do off-ice), gloves, a jumprope, a re-fillable water bottle, COMFORTABLE jogging shoes, and probably a warm sweater (that you can move in) to wear when your on the ice.
Hope this helps.......... and have fun!
Reply:wera yoga pants or jazz pants.. make sure that they are full length. Gloves, layers of shirts and maybe a jacket depending on how cold the rink is. Of course your skates and socks and if you wear them boot covers.
Reply:You should talk to the rink/director that is running the camp or see if there is some type of brochure that says what you will need for the camp. I would guess that you should bring some clothes that are good for skating (like knit exercise type pants, a t shirt, a jacket, and gloves). i would certainly check to see if there are any specifics that you need to bring though they should be able to tell you what you need and what types of things to bring.
Reply:Here is my help:
If you're wearing Firgure Skates, you should since you posted in that category, here is what you should wear:
Thin socks, as thin as tights, or thinner.
Pants, jeans are bad, and a skirt is better for figure skaters.
Layers, thne when you get hot, you can take the layers off.
If you can't skate real well and will think you will fall, bring knee pads, maybe, and wear them UNDER your pants.
Bring:
Money, there are always vending machines or arcade games.
A snack, sometimes the food is overpriced.
That's about it and Happy Skating!
Reply:Check the brochure; different camps require different things.
If you plan to take private lessons during the freestyle practice sessions, talk to your coach to schedule the time. If you don't have a coach, you can ask whichever coach you want, or ask for a recommendation. (Make sure it's okay with your parents - it costs extra.)
At minimum, bring your skates (duh!), gloves, water bottle, jumprope, socks and sneakers. If you keep a practice log/journal, bring it with you to make notes.
They're probably doing off-ice workouts, so ask if you need a yoga mat or beach towel.
Find out if lunch is provided or if you have to bring/buy.
Wear layered clothing, so you can add layers to stay warm or take a few off to stay cool. Make sure it's all comfortable enough to skate in, so no jeans or tight-fitting clothes.
Have fun!
Reply:A few Beers
Reply:you need a person ice skates and a ice rink
Reply:Your Skill!
Reply:I say you should call up the camp and ask them if there are any certain things to brig along with you. Maybe some strench pants and maybe a skating dress? Those are some good choices. Have some gloves, a t shirt, a jacket, some stretchy pants. (don't forget stretchy) and of course your skates. Maybe some blankets to keep you warm and well...yeah. Look it up in the brochure...
Well, good luck! Hope this helps!
Reply:Well, my suggestion is to bring light clothes so when your ice skating you won't feel heavy or weighed down and you can do jump and spins better. Also you should bring padding's so if it's your first time you won't get hurt. I hope this helps. Good Luck!
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What do I need For ice skating?
Check what programs they have there like if they have ballet you may need ballet shoes
But you will for sure need
skates
nylons,sweat pants, mitts, sweater, dress, skirt
your music
snacks
water bottle
money (for calling people on pay phone, buying food)
muscle rub
And if you wish
spinner
yoga mat/towel
skipping rope
If you want to make a good impression then you should wear a skating dress with nylons with no holes in them and clean your skates
Hope this is enough info
Reply:ok. So, bring lots of warm clothes and plenty of bottles of water because ice skating is hard work! Bring gloves, scarf and towels (for you or your skates). Make sure your clothes wont drag on the ice and dont bring clothes which will get soaked if you fall over (eg trackie bottoms) hope that helps and have fun!!!
Reply:After reading all other responses, thought I had better mention PLASTERS!!!! All that skating you're gonna do may hurt!
Reply:(All this information is based on that your attending a higher level camp, not just a begginers camp, though the items work both ways.)
SKATES!!! long fitted pants that STRETCH!!!!!!!!! (you can get these at target for about $20) a bag to carry your skates in ( I would recommend one with wheels) you should probaly bring a beach towel (because you'll probably do off-ice), gloves, a jumprope, a re-fillable water bottle, COMFORTABLE jogging shoes, and probably a warm sweater (that you can move in) to wear when your on the ice.
Hope this helps.......... and have fun!
Reply:wera yoga pants or jazz pants.. make sure that they are full length. Gloves, layers of shirts and maybe a jacket depending on how cold the rink is. Of course your skates and socks and if you wear them boot covers.
Reply:You should talk to the rink/director that is running the camp or see if there is some type of brochure that says what you will need for the camp. I would guess that you should bring some clothes that are good for skating (like knit exercise type pants, a t shirt, a jacket, and gloves). i would certainly check to see if there are any specifics that you need to bring though they should be able to tell you what you need and what types of things to bring.
Reply:Here is my help:
If you're wearing Firgure Skates, you should since you posted in that category, here is what you should wear:
Thin socks, as thin as tights, or thinner.
Pants, jeans are bad, and a skirt is better for figure skaters.
Layers, thne when you get hot, you can take the layers off.
If you can't skate real well and will think you will fall, bring knee pads, maybe, and wear them UNDER your pants.
Bring:
Money, there are always vending machines or arcade games.
A snack, sometimes the food is overpriced.
That's about it and Happy Skating!
Reply:Check the brochure; different camps require different things.
If you plan to take private lessons during the freestyle practice sessions, talk to your coach to schedule the time. If you don't have a coach, you can ask whichever coach you want, or ask for a recommendation. (Make sure it's okay with your parents - it costs extra.)
At minimum, bring your skates (duh!), gloves, water bottle, jumprope, socks and sneakers. If you keep a practice log/journal, bring it with you to make notes.
They're probably doing off-ice workouts, so ask if you need a yoga mat or beach towel.
Find out if lunch is provided or if you have to bring/buy.
Wear layered clothing, so you can add layers to stay warm or take a few off to stay cool. Make sure it's all comfortable enough to skate in, so no jeans or tight-fitting clothes.
Have fun!
Reply:A few Beers
Reply:you need a person ice skates and a ice rink
Reply:Your Skill!
Reply:I say you should call up the camp and ask them if there are any certain things to brig along with you. Maybe some strench pants and maybe a skating dress? Those are some good choices. Have some gloves, a t shirt, a jacket, some stretchy pants. (don't forget stretchy) and of course your skates. Maybe some blankets to keep you warm and well...yeah. Look it up in the brochure...
Well, good luck! Hope this helps!
Reply:Well, my suggestion is to bring light clothes so when your ice skating you won't feel heavy or weighed down and you can do jump and spins better. Also you should bring padding's so if it's your first time you won't get hurt. I hope this helps. Good Luck!
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What are some facts on ice skating?
any that is about ice skating.
What are some facts on ice skating?
ice skating
gliding along an ice surface on keellike runners known as ice skates.
Skating as a Sport
Skating, besides being an important form of winter recreation and the essential skill in the game of ice hockey (see hockey, ice) has developed into three different sports–speed skating, figure skating, and ice dancing. All three are now features of the Winter Olympic games.
Speed Skating
In speed-skating events, racers may reach speeds as high as 30 mi (48 km) per hr. The Olympic races are around oval tracks at distances of 500, 1,000, 1,500, 5,000, and 10,000 meters for men and 500, 1,000, 1,500, 3,000, and 5,000 meters for women. Short-track skating features skaters in massed starts circling a small indoor oval. In the Olympics men compete in 500-, 1,000-, and 1,500-meter events, with a 5,000-meters relay; the women's races are at similar distances except for the relay (3,000 meters).
Figure Skating
Jackson Haines, an American, revolutionized figure skating in the 1860s, skating to music, bringing balletic movements to ice, and creating new ones. One of the most beautiful and graceful events in all sport, international figure skating requires skaters to perform a short program that includes mandatory jumps and skills, and then a longer program of free selection, both set to music. Judging is subjective and often controversial. Skaters also compete in pairs, seeking through the intricate synchronization of moves and the performance of lifts and jumps to impress the scoring judges.
Olympic gold medalist Sonja Henie did much to bring skating to wide public notice in the United States, and after she turned (1936) professional, the ice carnival became a popular American amusement. Since then traveling ice shows have continued to attract former Olympic skaters who have, since the 1970s, also competed in a series of professional competitions. In recent years, Americans have increasingly taken up competitive figure skating in the hope of repeating the successes of Olympic champions such as Peggy Fleming, Dorothy Hamill, Scott Hamilton, Brian Boitano, Kristi Yamaguchi, Tara Lipinski, and Sarah Hughes.
History
The earliest skates (c.9th cent.), made of bone, were found in Sweden. Wooden skates with iron facings appeared in the 14th cent. Skates made entirely of iron were introduced in the 17th cent. Steel skates, with straps and clamps to fasten them to the shoes, were sold in the 1850s, and later came the skate permanently attached to the shoe. Skating has long been a means of travel in countries with long, cold winters, such as Norway, Sweden, Finland, Russia, and especially Holland. There are references to skating in English books as early as the 12th cent. By the 18th cent. skating was not only a means of travel but also a well-established sport. European colonists introduced it early into America and Canada.
Bibliography
See J. M. Petkevich, The Skater's Handbook (1984
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What are some facts on ice skating?
ice skating
gliding along an ice surface on keellike runners known as ice skates.
Skating as a Sport
Skating, besides being an important form of winter recreation and the essential skill in the game of ice hockey (see hockey, ice) has developed into three different sports–speed skating, figure skating, and ice dancing. All three are now features of the Winter Olympic games.
Speed Skating
In speed-skating events, racers may reach speeds as high as 30 mi (48 km) per hr. The Olympic races are around oval tracks at distances of 500, 1,000, 1,500, 5,000, and 10,000 meters for men and 500, 1,000, 1,500, 3,000, and 5,000 meters for women. Short-track skating features skaters in massed starts circling a small indoor oval. In the Olympics men compete in 500-, 1,000-, and 1,500-meter events, with a 5,000-meters relay; the women's races are at similar distances except for the relay (3,000 meters).
Figure Skating
Jackson Haines, an American, revolutionized figure skating in the 1860s, skating to music, bringing balletic movements to ice, and creating new ones. One of the most beautiful and graceful events in all sport, international figure skating requires skaters to perform a short program that includes mandatory jumps and skills, and then a longer program of free selection, both set to music. Judging is subjective and often controversial. Skaters also compete in pairs, seeking through the intricate synchronization of moves and the performance of lifts and jumps to impress the scoring judges.
Olympic gold medalist Sonja Henie did much to bring skating to wide public notice in the United States, and after she turned (1936) professional, the ice carnival became a popular American amusement. Since then traveling ice shows have continued to attract former Olympic skaters who have, since the 1970s, also competed in a series of professional competitions. In recent years, Americans have increasingly taken up competitive figure skating in the hope of repeating the successes of Olympic champions such as Peggy Fleming, Dorothy Hamill, Scott Hamilton, Brian Boitano, Kristi Yamaguchi, Tara Lipinski, and Sarah Hughes.
History
The earliest skates (c.9th cent.), made of bone, were found in Sweden. Wooden skates with iron facings appeared in the 14th cent. Skates made entirely of iron were introduced in the 17th cent. Steel skates, with straps and clamps to fasten them to the shoes, were sold in the 1850s, and later came the skate permanently attached to the shoe. Skating has long been a means of travel in countries with long, cold winters, such as Norway, Sweden, Finland, Russia, and especially Holland. There are references to skating in English books as early as the 12th cent. By the 18th cent. skating was not only a means of travel but also a well-established sport. European colonists introduced it early into America and Canada.
Bibliography
See J. M. Petkevich, The Skater's Handbook (1984
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What does one wear when ice skating?
my boyfriend is taking me ice skating and its been YEARS! what do i wear?
What does one wear when ice skating?
Well, first of all, obviously skates. Your own or rental. (Just not new skates) Wear high, thick socks, or your feet will be in real pain. For pants you can wear sweatpants or jeans. If you're confident that you'll stay up, jeans are fine. But if you think you may be falling down a lot, I'd go with sweatpants. Then I would suggest a long sleeve shirt and sweatshirt or jacket. That way, if it's really cold, you'll stay warm, but if you get hot you can still be wearing long sleeves so you don't get cold again. I've worn sweatpants and a t-shirt and been fine. But I've also seen people wear heavy winter coats and gloves. It really depends on the person. Just think about the weather in the winter and decide what's best for you. Also, you may want to pull your hair back. Have fun!!
Reply:just wear something comfortable. jeans, a long sleve shirt, and a light jacket should be fine :) enjoy your time with ur bf
Reply:i have been ice skating all my life and its one of my favorite sports...i would say to make sure to wear socks that will go high enough up your leg that it will be above the skate because sometimes the top of the skate will dig into your leg and it will be uncomfortable, wear your hair up, plus obviously a sweatshirt or light jacket with a t-shirt underneath in case you get warm while skating, and any comfortable pants...have fun! ice skating is always a good time especially going as a couple :-)
Reply:jeans and a sweter
Reply:first if all dont listen to the people who suggest jeans cuz they are soooooooo uncomfortable.
i would rent skates or bring yours if you have some that fit. make sure you get skates that are one or two sizes bigger than your shoe size. you can experiment with different sizes. i would wear sweat pants cuz they are really comfortable. then wear a long sleeve shirt and a good sweatshirt. dont forget gloves but dont wear a hat and scarf. pull your hair into a ponytail or a half pony so its not in your face. wear really thick wool socks so your feet are warm.
have fun with your boyfriend!
Reply:Of course you will either bring ice skates, or most likely rent them there. Were a pair or two of socks, but be sure they go up past your ankle. I hate those kinds but you'll appreciate them because the skates rub around your ankle and it's uncomftorable! Jeans work but your legs will be very cold if you fall. So I'd suggest sweat pants since those are warm and comftorable, but just make sure that they aren't too long. Wear a t-shirt and a sweatshirt, and if you get cold easily, a coat. And I highly suggest gloves. You'll want them! You should leave your hair down to keep your ears warm (if you have long hair) and if you want, a hat but you probably won't need that. Have fun!
Reply:ice skates, you can where jeans but try sweatpants, sweat shirt make sure you are warm or it will not be fun
Reply:make sure your warm, have got thick socks, and are wearing jeans (don't wear sweats the ice soaks righ through)
Reply:ice skating is so romantic..any ways you should wear a cute sweater, rental skates, jeans...or sweat pants (not the ones that are really tight)...oh and dont forget to tie your hair so that it isnt all over your face...good luck.....you can rent skates or bring your own to the place
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What does one wear when ice skating?
Well, first of all, obviously skates. Your own or rental. (Just not new skates) Wear high, thick socks, or your feet will be in real pain. For pants you can wear sweatpants or jeans. If you're confident that you'll stay up, jeans are fine. But if you think you may be falling down a lot, I'd go with sweatpants. Then I would suggest a long sleeve shirt and sweatshirt or jacket. That way, if it's really cold, you'll stay warm, but if you get hot you can still be wearing long sleeves so you don't get cold again. I've worn sweatpants and a t-shirt and been fine. But I've also seen people wear heavy winter coats and gloves. It really depends on the person. Just think about the weather in the winter and decide what's best for you. Also, you may want to pull your hair back. Have fun!!
Reply:just wear something comfortable. jeans, a long sleve shirt, and a light jacket should be fine :) enjoy your time with ur bf
Reply:i have been ice skating all my life and its one of my favorite sports...i would say to make sure to wear socks that will go high enough up your leg that it will be above the skate because sometimes the top of the skate will dig into your leg and it will be uncomfortable, wear your hair up, plus obviously a sweatshirt or light jacket with a t-shirt underneath in case you get warm while skating, and any comfortable pants...have fun! ice skating is always a good time especially going as a couple :-)
Reply:jeans and a sweter
Reply:first if all dont listen to the people who suggest jeans cuz they are soooooooo uncomfortable.
i would rent skates or bring yours if you have some that fit. make sure you get skates that are one or two sizes bigger than your shoe size. you can experiment with different sizes. i would wear sweat pants cuz they are really comfortable. then wear a long sleeve shirt and a good sweatshirt. dont forget gloves but dont wear a hat and scarf. pull your hair into a ponytail or a half pony so its not in your face. wear really thick wool socks so your feet are warm.
have fun with your boyfriend!
Reply:Of course you will either bring ice skates, or most likely rent them there. Were a pair or two of socks, but be sure they go up past your ankle. I hate those kinds but you'll appreciate them because the skates rub around your ankle and it's uncomftorable! Jeans work but your legs will be very cold if you fall. So I'd suggest sweat pants since those are warm and comftorable, but just make sure that they aren't too long. Wear a t-shirt and a sweatshirt, and if you get cold easily, a coat. And I highly suggest gloves. You'll want them! You should leave your hair down to keep your ears warm (if you have long hair) and if you want, a hat but you probably won't need that. Have fun!
Reply:ice skates, you can where jeans but try sweatpants, sweat shirt make sure you are warm or it will not be fun
Reply:make sure your warm, have got thick socks, and are wearing jeans (don't wear sweats the ice soaks righ through)
Reply:ice skating is so romantic..any ways you should wear a cute sweater, rental skates, jeans...or sweat pants (not the ones that are really tight)...oh and dont forget to tie your hair so that it isnt all over your face...good luck.....you can rent skates or bring your own to the place
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What to wear/look cute ice skating????
ok. here is my problem... Im going ice skating with my budds later today.. I want to look cute. So how should I dress, do my hair, make up, the whole nine yrds! Please help quick, and thinks!!
What to wear/look cute ice skating????
Where comfortable pants...like cute sweats or stretchy jeans. And then..wear a hooded shirt under a fleece or something. Pull out the hood so that the hood is over the back of ur fleece. You can also wear a cute scarf over the fleece..just wrap around your neck and let it hang.
You can also wear a colorful hat (if you wear a hat..put ur hair up in two low braids...but if u don't, you should put ur hair up in a high ponytail and curl it with a large curling iron...just let the curls freely fall from ur ponytail.) .but the hat is not necessary unless you get really cold. If you want to wear make up..just put on some foundation, blush, mascara, and lip gloss. Nothing too over the top.
And last...wear long socks and colorful mittens or gloves. :)
If you dont have any of those clothes...then just wear jeans, a sweat shirt, and gloves. Looking good on ice isn't that big a deal..so You'll be fine. Hope I helped. :)
Reply:just wear some cute winter clothes, such as a cardigan, some pants. don't wear jeans, though. wear maybe some gloves and a cute hat or scarf to match it. if you don't have experience in skating, then i wouldn't wear a dress or anything. do your hair in a tight ponytail. the makeup really doesn't matter.
Reply:well i dont wear jeans bc there to tight to skate in soo like sweat pants or something like that
Reply:doesnt matter.
somthing comfy.
jeans, scarf, mittens
idk.
somthing warm and fun!
Reply:I'd say jeans, a sweater and scarf combo if your okay at ice skating (you wouldnt want to be falling with your sweater and get it all wet). I'd say a cute hat and mittens will keep you warm and braids if you like wearing hats/ look good in them or a high ponytail if you dont like them. also, for makeup, well your doing like a sport, so i think you should keep your makeup pretty natual or basic/ whatever you do everyday.
Reply:wots the point cos if ya fall on yar bum yar gonna look silly anyway aint ya lol
Reply:No sweatshirt -- that is NOT cute. Nice sweater, but know that skating can actually warm you up fast! Perhaps a long sleeve T with a layered sweater over it, and a jacket depending on if you are skating outside or in. Make sure your jeans are not too tight to move in, and also that if you fall, you will not be showing your rear in a pair of low rise!
Cute, warm gloves and scarf or hat combo.
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What to wear/look cute ice skating????
Where comfortable pants...like cute sweats or stretchy jeans. And then..wear a hooded shirt under a fleece or something. Pull out the hood so that the hood is over the back of ur fleece. You can also wear a cute scarf over the fleece..just wrap around your neck and let it hang.
You can also wear a colorful hat (if you wear a hat..put ur hair up in two low braids...but if u don't, you should put ur hair up in a high ponytail and curl it with a large curling iron...just let the curls freely fall from ur ponytail.) .but the hat is not necessary unless you get really cold. If you want to wear make up..just put on some foundation, blush, mascara, and lip gloss. Nothing too over the top.
And last...wear long socks and colorful mittens or gloves. :)
If you dont have any of those clothes...then just wear jeans, a sweat shirt, and gloves. Looking good on ice isn't that big a deal..so You'll be fine. Hope I helped. :)
Reply:just wear some cute winter clothes, such as a cardigan, some pants. don't wear jeans, though. wear maybe some gloves and a cute hat or scarf to match it. if you don't have experience in skating, then i wouldn't wear a dress or anything. do your hair in a tight ponytail. the makeup really doesn't matter.
Reply:well i dont wear jeans bc there to tight to skate in soo like sweat pants or something like that
Reply:doesnt matter.
somthing comfy.
jeans, scarf, mittens
idk.
somthing warm and fun!
Reply:I'd say jeans, a sweater and scarf combo if your okay at ice skating (you wouldnt want to be falling with your sweater and get it all wet). I'd say a cute hat and mittens will keep you warm and braids if you like wearing hats/ look good in them or a high ponytail if you dont like them. also, for makeup, well your doing like a sport, so i think you should keep your makeup pretty natual or basic/ whatever you do everyday.
Reply:wots the point cos if ya fall on yar bum yar gonna look silly anyway aint ya lol
Reply:No sweatshirt -- that is NOT cute. Nice sweater, but know that skating can actually warm you up fast! Perhaps a long sleeve T with a layered sweater over it, and a jacket depending on if you are skating outside or in. Make sure your jeans are not too tight to move in, and also that if you fall, you will not be showing your rear in a pair of low rise!
Cute, warm gloves and scarf or hat combo.
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WHAT TO WEAR WHEN GOING ICE SKATING??? *please*answer*?
I'm going ice skating in an indoor rink in about 40 minutes
i'm planning on wearing an under shirt, then a long sleeved shirt hten my warmest sweatshirt, then my jeans and comfy socks. anything else i need? i don't have any gloves
WHAT TO WEAR WHEN GOING ICE SKATING??? *please*answer*?
No, that is about everything you need. maybe if you have a scarf or something just for more warmth and to look cute but if you dont have one what your gonna wear is nice. :D
Reply:i reccomend yoga pants if u have them, if not sweatpants, jeans as a last resort. I wond wear a comfortable t-shirt under ur sweatshirt as u may want to take off ur sweatshirt as I often do at public skating. The sweatshirt is good. Skating is a great activity and I hope u learn to enjoy it as I and many others already have! Best of luck!PS make sure ur socks are thin enough or u will get blisters. I know it seems like thick socks will keep ur feet warmr but they will just give u blisters and they will hurt lol
Reply:don't wear jeans. maybe like stretchy pants or pants that absorb or repel water easily. make sure to wear socks that aren't thick, maybe as thin as panty hose.
Reply:Sounds good to me. Just don't wear socks that are too thick
Reply:I would suggest rather than wearing jeans that you wear sweat pants, because when jeans get wet they get cold. I would also suggest wearing thin polyester/nylon socks. Good luck!
Reply:yoga pants, a shirt and sweater, bring a jacket just in case.
Reply:Ice skates duh
Reply:not jeans, sweatpants are the best, jeans get wet very easily and they get uncomfortable. and make sure your socks are long, past your ankle is the best. good luck!
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i'm planning on wearing an under shirt, then a long sleeved shirt hten my warmest sweatshirt, then my jeans and comfy socks. anything else i need? i don't have any gloves
WHAT TO WEAR WHEN GOING ICE SKATING??? *please*answer*?
No, that is about everything you need. maybe if you have a scarf or something just for more warmth and to look cute but if you dont have one what your gonna wear is nice. :D
Reply:i reccomend yoga pants if u have them, if not sweatpants, jeans as a last resort. I wond wear a comfortable t-shirt under ur sweatshirt as u may want to take off ur sweatshirt as I often do at public skating. The sweatshirt is good. Skating is a great activity and I hope u learn to enjoy it as I and many others already have! Best of luck!PS make sure ur socks are thin enough or u will get blisters. I know it seems like thick socks will keep ur feet warmr but they will just give u blisters and they will hurt lol
Reply:don't wear jeans. maybe like stretchy pants or pants that absorb or repel water easily. make sure to wear socks that aren't thick, maybe as thin as panty hose.
Reply:Sounds good to me. Just don't wear socks that are too thick
Reply:I would suggest rather than wearing jeans that you wear sweat pants, because when jeans get wet they get cold. I would also suggest wearing thin polyester/nylon socks. Good luck!
Reply:yoga pants, a shirt and sweater, bring a jacket just in case.
Reply:Ice skates duh
Reply:not jeans, sweatpants are the best, jeans get wet very easily and they get uncomfortable. and make sure your socks are long, past your ankle is the best. good luck!
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Being able to in-line skate helps you being able to ice skate?
Hi,
I was just wondering whether being able to in-line skate gives you an advantage to being able to ice skate?
Thanks,
Hanna
Being able to in-line skate helps you being able to ice skate?
Yes and no. Ice Skating is actually quite different to in-line skating. I actually find it easier to ice skate because you're less restricted and you're able to do more tricks than on in-line skates. But then again in-line skating does help with balance. It's funny, i've been taking lessons for a little while now and the other i tried to skate using in-line skates and i almost fell over!
Reply:Many people who do skating sports also dry land train on in line skates.
I suppose that being able to in line skate would give you an advantage in learning to ice skate.
Reply:It will help you improve your balance, but ice skating does feel different.
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I was just wondering whether being able to in-line skate gives you an advantage to being able to ice skate?
Thanks,
Hanna
Being able to in-line skate helps you being able to ice skate?
Yes and no. Ice Skating is actually quite different to in-line skating. I actually find it easier to ice skate because you're less restricted and you're able to do more tricks than on in-line skates. But then again in-line skating does help with balance. It's funny, i've been taking lessons for a little while now and the other i tried to skate using in-line skates and i almost fell over!
Reply:Many people who do skating sports also dry land train on in line skates.
I suppose that being able to in line skate would give you an advantage in learning to ice skate.
Reply:It will help you improve your balance, but ice skating does feel different.
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Any tips for figure skating for beginners? Is it harder than regular ice skating?
i know how to ice skate but i want to try figure skating. Any tips for beginners? Important skills? Thanks.
Any tips for figure skating for beginners? Is it harder than regular ice skating?
It's a lot more difficult. To be a good figure skater, you have to have total control of your entire body. A knowledge of physics is beneficial, but you will need some lessons to get anywhere in the sport.
Reply:You can't really learn much without having a lesson first. You may want to check your local figure skating rink to see if they have group lessons. Or, you could do private lessons, but those are much more expensive and most skaters start out with group lessons/
Reply:Take lessons and practice, practice, practice! Check out your local ice rink for group lessons. And don't be afraid to fall down. There are some good books out there, too. The can give you an idea of the basic steps.
Reply:get a private coach.....
Reply:take lessons and dont be afraid to fall. get your own skates and you'll do much better
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Any tips for figure skating for beginners? Is it harder than regular ice skating?
It's a lot more difficult. To be a good figure skater, you have to have total control of your entire body. A knowledge of physics is beneficial, but you will need some lessons to get anywhere in the sport.
Reply:You can't really learn much without having a lesson first. You may want to check your local figure skating rink to see if they have group lessons. Or, you could do private lessons, but those are much more expensive and most skaters start out with group lessons/
Reply:Take lessons and practice, practice, practice! Check out your local ice rink for group lessons. And don't be afraid to fall down. There are some good books out there, too. The can give you an idea of the basic steps.
Reply:get a private coach.....
Reply:take lessons and dont be afraid to fall. get your own skates and you'll do much better
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What do they mean by "professional" ice skating?
I always hear that figure ice skaters quit competing Olympics and stuff to go off and compete professionally? Like Michelle Kwan or Alexei Yagudin. I thought Olympics was already professional ice skating? Or did I hear it wrong?
What do they mean by "professional" ice skating?
Most skaters you see competing are actually amateurs, in other words 'eligible' skaters for competitions. usually they compete in olympics, worlds (run by International Skating Union, ISU), nationals (eg US nationals), the Grand Prix series, and other competitions.
generally skaters turn professional after a period of competing in amateur competitions, like the recent olympic gold medalist, shizuka arakawa who is now professional. there are also professional competitions, like world professionals, etc. these skaters get paid to do shows also, like stars on ice.
other tours like champions on ice have mainly amateur skaters, who have won eligibile competitions over the past season. sometimes shows combine both amateur and professionals.
Reply:professional ice skating means that you have gone through basics of skating and testing and your certified for teaching or judging or both. and also there isnt such thing of competing professional,
Reply:Once you become a coach and get paid, you are considered a professional.
Reply:Love2skate is right! Listen!
Reply:Seinor level which is amateur level is the level that people go to the olympics. Professional's are like Nancy Kerrigan, and Kristi Yamagouchi, and yes Alexi Yagoudin, but Michelle Kwan hasn't officialy retired yet, so she is still a seinor level skater. Professionals are in skating shows and are paid, for the skating that they do, the only show that has non professionals in it is Champion's on Ice, that show has skaters that are on seinor level right now. Coach's are also considered professional's because they get paid.
Reply:It used to mean that in amateur skating, you could not be paid, and in professional skating, you could. But this is no longer true. you can get paid in amateur skating and all that professional skating means anymore is you can't compete in the Olympics. Usually Profesional skaters perform in shows like Champions on Ice and Stars on Ice.
Reply:professionals skate inly in shows and get paid for it. They do tours and uaully endorse products. they no longer comepete.
Reply:You get paid for it. My answer is short, sweet, and to the point, that sounds like a darn good best answer to me.
Reply:Professional skating is something you do for " profession" and you get paid for, as a living. They usually skate in shows like Stars on Ice
Reply:You heard wrong, olympics are for amateur athletes who generally do not profit from there sport of choice by turning pro they can profit but cannot compete in the olympics, with the exception, or special excemption iven by the governing bodies of sport to hockey, curling, and basketball...
Reply:I am just guessing here...but in my experience, something you do professionally is what you get PAID for. It is my understanding that one must pay a large amount of money to compete in the Olympics, but does not get paid to compete. They will simply win a medal if they are good and go on to do endorsments. Or compete professionally. i guess competing professionally, then would be doing it for monetary prizes. Make sense?
Reply:If you do something professionally, that is your full time job and how you make a living!
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What do they mean by "professional" ice skating?
Most skaters you see competing are actually amateurs, in other words 'eligible' skaters for competitions. usually they compete in olympics, worlds (run by International Skating Union, ISU), nationals (eg US nationals), the Grand Prix series, and other competitions.
generally skaters turn professional after a period of competing in amateur competitions, like the recent olympic gold medalist, shizuka arakawa who is now professional. there are also professional competitions, like world professionals, etc. these skaters get paid to do shows also, like stars on ice.
other tours like champions on ice have mainly amateur skaters, who have won eligibile competitions over the past season. sometimes shows combine both amateur and professionals.
Reply:professional ice skating means that you have gone through basics of skating and testing and your certified for teaching or judging or both. and also there isnt such thing of competing professional,
Reply:Once you become a coach and get paid, you are considered a professional.
Reply:Love2skate is right! Listen!
Reply:Seinor level which is amateur level is the level that people go to the olympics. Professional's are like Nancy Kerrigan, and Kristi Yamagouchi, and yes Alexi Yagoudin, but Michelle Kwan hasn't officialy retired yet, so she is still a seinor level skater. Professionals are in skating shows and are paid, for the skating that they do, the only show that has non professionals in it is Champion's on Ice, that show has skaters that are on seinor level right now. Coach's are also considered professional's because they get paid.
Reply:It used to mean that in amateur skating, you could not be paid, and in professional skating, you could. But this is no longer true. you can get paid in amateur skating and all that professional skating means anymore is you can't compete in the Olympics. Usually Profesional skaters perform in shows like Champions on Ice and Stars on Ice.
Reply:professionals skate inly in shows and get paid for it. They do tours and uaully endorse products. they no longer comepete.
Reply:You get paid for it. My answer is short, sweet, and to the point, that sounds like a darn good best answer to me.
Reply:Professional skating is something you do for " profession" and you get paid for, as a living. They usually skate in shows like Stars on Ice
Reply:You heard wrong, olympics are for amateur athletes who generally do not profit from there sport of choice by turning pro they can profit but cannot compete in the olympics, with the exception, or special excemption iven by the governing bodies of sport to hockey, curling, and basketball...
Reply:I am just guessing here...but in my experience, something you do professionally is what you get PAID for. It is my understanding that one must pay a large amount of money to compete in the Olympics, but does not get paid to compete. They will simply win a medal if they are good and go on to do endorsments. Or compete professionally. i guess competing professionally, then would be doing it for monetary prizes. Make sense?
Reply:If you do something professionally, that is your full time job and how you make a living!
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1st time going for ice skating?
Im going for indoor ice skating tomorrow.
Any tips for beginners?
What should i wear?
1st time going for ice skating?
Until you get use to the feeling of the ice stay by the wall and practice moving on it. Slowly take yourself away from the wall when you feel ready. Don't try going backwards or doing fancy things that you may see other people doing. Just focus on gliding forward keeping your body up and arms out. When you get better and well balance you won't have to get your arms out.
Wear:
-long pants that are stretchy and comfertable
-a long sleeve shirt
-a sweatshirt that you can take off if you get to hot
Reply:winter clothes and make sure u tie the skates tight
Reply:It's not as hard as it looks, as long as you don't try to do anything fancy.
you'll probaly fall a few times, but it's nothing that bad.
wear something warm, and make sure your skates fit right.
Reply:I would have to say the first couple of times stay by the wall and then you should try to get closer to the middle and don't try to fall if you fall then just get right back up and try again.i would wear some pants,two jackets,2 shirts,beanie,gloves, and you are set to go.
Reply:gloves
scarf
socks
not jeans
Reply:stay close to the wall
don't make a big deal if you fall, maybe someone didnt see
were long sleeve clothing
Reply:Tips:-
Stay onto the side
Tie your skates proper and tight
Skate with friends/family if possible.
Don't be unconfident because if you think you can't do it you fall alot also at first if you want to get off the side take small steps
But just glide =]
Clothes:-
Jumper,Coat,Tracksuit bottoms/jogging bottoms
(NOT JEANS)
Reply:wear layers so when you fall youll have padding and take it slow dont get frustrated
Reply:I figure skate several times every week and my biggest tip for you is to not wear jeans. Where some stretchy sweatpants to keep you warm and not affect your flexibility. Trust me. Gloves are a must, as well as a sweatshirt or fleece. Don't worry about looking like a beginner, because chances are that the other skaters out there are first-timers as well.
Reply:Wear something warm and comftorble. Not like what you would wear every day. Like you should wear sweatpants or something and a jacket. Don't fall.... lol ♥
P.S BRING GLOVES =]
Reply:Plenty of padding and skates that are comfortable with good ankle support.
Reply:long sleeve shirt
jeans... or maybe thick pants... it is cold there so wear gloves... and high socks if you dont have them you can surely borrow them there
it is cold but you sweat bcoz ice skating is exhausting
x
Reply:try not to fall lol
Reply:hii☺ you can wear pants and a long sleeved shirt or jacket.. okay the first thing and most important advice that i give to begginers: "Dont be afraid of falling" thik of it.. if you fall you will find out that... ¡Nothing happened if you fall! The biggest injury that a begginer can have is a little bit of pain for 5 sec xD. And other tips.. well, mantain balance, glide, bend your knees:D. Good Luck and hope it helps...
Reply:Wear pants and a long sleeved shirt definently. But don't bundle up too much or you won't be able to move : ) also, when you get on the rink, stay around the edge until you get the hang of it then venture a little closer to the middle.
Reply:Don't be silly and wear a skirt if you're a girl or shorts if you're a guy. Guys generally wear hockey skates while girls go for the figure skates. I would recommend that guys wear figure skates, simply because figure skates have a pick to prevent you from embarassing yourself by falling flat on your face.
For tips:
Don't let your ankles bend inward.
Don't hang onto the boards, you'll just look silly.
Don't hold hands with anyone until you or the person youre holding onto is comfortable skating, otherwise if you fall you'll take him or her down with you!
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Any tips for beginners?
What should i wear?
1st time going for ice skating?
Until you get use to the feeling of the ice stay by the wall and practice moving on it. Slowly take yourself away from the wall when you feel ready. Don't try going backwards or doing fancy things that you may see other people doing. Just focus on gliding forward keeping your body up and arms out. When you get better and well balance you won't have to get your arms out.
Wear:
-long pants that are stretchy and comfertable
-a long sleeve shirt
-a sweatshirt that you can take off if you get to hot
Reply:winter clothes and make sure u tie the skates tight
Reply:It's not as hard as it looks, as long as you don't try to do anything fancy.
you'll probaly fall a few times, but it's nothing that bad.
wear something warm, and make sure your skates fit right.
Reply:I would have to say the first couple of times stay by the wall and then you should try to get closer to the middle and don't try to fall if you fall then just get right back up and try again.i would wear some pants,two jackets,2 shirts,beanie,gloves, and you are set to go.
Reply:gloves
scarf
socks
not jeans
Reply:stay close to the wall
don't make a big deal if you fall, maybe someone didnt see
were long sleeve clothing
Reply:Tips:-
Stay onto the side
Tie your skates proper and tight
Skate with friends/family if possible.
Don't be unconfident because if you think you can't do it you fall alot also at first if you want to get off the side take small steps
But just glide =]
Clothes:-
Jumper,Coat,Tracksuit bottoms/jogging bottoms
(NOT JEANS)
Reply:wear layers so when you fall youll have padding and take it slow dont get frustrated
Reply:I figure skate several times every week and my biggest tip for you is to not wear jeans. Where some stretchy sweatpants to keep you warm and not affect your flexibility. Trust me. Gloves are a must, as well as a sweatshirt or fleece. Don't worry about looking like a beginner, because chances are that the other skaters out there are first-timers as well.
Reply:Wear something warm and comftorble. Not like what you would wear every day. Like you should wear sweatpants or something and a jacket. Don't fall.... lol ♥
P.S BRING GLOVES =]
Reply:Plenty of padding and skates that are comfortable with good ankle support.
Reply:long sleeve shirt
jeans... or maybe thick pants... it is cold there so wear gloves... and high socks if you dont have them you can surely borrow them there
it is cold but you sweat bcoz ice skating is exhausting
x
Reply:try not to fall lol
Reply:hii☺ you can wear pants and a long sleeved shirt or jacket.. okay the first thing and most important advice that i give to begginers: "Dont be afraid of falling" thik of it.. if you fall you will find out that... ¡Nothing happened if you fall! The biggest injury that a begginer can have is a little bit of pain for 5 sec xD. And other tips.. well, mantain balance, glide, bend your knees:D. Good Luck and hope it helps...
Reply:Wear pants and a long sleeved shirt definently. But don't bundle up too much or you won't be able to move : ) also, when you get on the rink, stay around the edge until you get the hang of it then venture a little closer to the middle.
Reply:Don't be silly and wear a skirt if you're a girl or shorts if you're a guy. Guys generally wear hockey skates while girls go for the figure skates. I would recommend that guys wear figure skates, simply because figure skates have a pick to prevent you from embarassing yourself by falling flat on your face.
For tips:
Don't let your ankles bend inward.
Don't hang onto the boards, you'll just look silly.
Don't hold hands with anyone until you or the person youre holding onto is comfortable skating, otherwise if you fall you'll take him or her down with you!
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Where in London can you learn to ice skate using suspension ropes as in Dancing on ICE (BBC1)? Thankyou?
My beautiful girlfriend is a fan of Dancing on Ice and mentioend that she would love to try skating with suspension ropes as they did in the show. Its her birthday soon and i would love to be able to take her to London for the day and have a bash at the whole thing at an ice rink or theatre. Any help would be appreciated! Thanks. x
Where in London can you learn to ice skate using suspension ropes as in Dancing on ICE (BBC1)? Thankyou?
Has she tried writing into Dancing On Ice to find out? I am sure that they would have fact sheets ready for people wanting to know mnore infornmation.
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Where in London can you learn to ice skate using suspension ropes as in Dancing on ICE (BBC1)? Thankyou?
Has she tried writing into Dancing On Ice to find out? I am sure that they would have fact sheets ready for people wanting to know mnore infornmation.
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Too old to learn ice skating at age of 45?
pls recommond web sites for self learning ice skating...
Too old to learn ice skating at age of 45?
USFSA offers a Basic skills program, presented by Marshalls. This skills program offers classes for adult skaters.
Adult Curriculum
The adult curriculum is designed for the beginning adult skater. It will promote physical fitness and improve balance and coordination while learning proper skating techniques. Divided into four levels, adult skaters will progress at an individual rate while being challenged and motivated.
Levels Adult 1-4
Here's the website for more details:
http://www.usfigureskating.org/Programs....
Many ice rinks also offer skating school classes for adults, or you are often welcome to enroll in normal skating school classes.
Most rinks offer what is called a Coffee Club. This usually runs while kids are in school, about 11:00AM - 2:00PM. The Coffee Club is when older folks can skate and socialize. This usually isn't a class, so you can learn to skate on your own or with the friends you make. Or just bring your friends and go out and skate once a week. I guarantee you will all enjoy it.
As long as you have the time and urge to go skating, there is nothing stopping you. Age can't keep you from doing what you want. Plus, this will keep you fit.
Reply:If you're physically capable, you can learn anything that involves movement. But I highly doubt that you can learn something like this over the Internet. I'm sure there are lots of people around who can skate and can help you to learn. You might consider paying for lessons, or swapping favours for lessons.
Now, I doubt you'll get to the point that you can be competitive, but you can certainly get to the point that you can have fun.
Reply:if you've ever roller bladed you shouldn't have that much of a problem. I taught my best friend how to ice skate. You find someone that knows how to ice skate face them and hold there hands and have them go backwards while you go forwards. Doesn't take that long, in fact she was doing better than I was in a few minutes.
Reply:I'm 30 and do adult competitive skating in Canada. When I went to my first competition as an adult I was surprised to see that I was one of the youngest skaters there, most people were well into their 40's.
As far as self learning ice skating, the best way is to just get out on the ice and do it. If you have access to adult lessons or a private coach I highly recommend that over trying to learn off the internet as having someone with an objective eye on you will help you to learn faster, keep you from developing bad habits and reduce the risk of injury.
Reply:please check out some rentals sand fasll down as couple of times and see if you have the desire!
Reply:no way. if u are physically fit, its a great sport to keep u going!
the usfsa (im presuming ur in the states) has a great adult program for just beginners to really competitive, so u can choose based on ur personality. they offer courses in many states.
heres the website: http://www.usfsa.org/
best of luck! :)
Reply:It's not too old to start ice skating at 45. I know adults that take adult lessons who are that old and even older. Many of them are scared to fall so they are fairly nervous, but many of them enjoy it and have a lot of fun doing it. It is probably not the best to self teach yourself because you will teach yourself how to do things incorrectly which can result in injury, and other problems. Most rinks offer adult group lessons which only cost about $30-40 dollars for three weeks, skating two times per week with the instruction of a professional coach.
Reply:no you definitely aren't anyone can learn anything at any age. It will be a good way of staying shape, having fun, and learning new skills. You can't really learn skating from websites (unfortunately) but there will be tips on some. Go to lessons at a local community center, go public skating with a friend who already knows how to ice skate, or if you can already skate fairly well then check out a skating club you can compete in "Adults" for figure skating competitions (they also have beginners classes). Don't worry there are a lot of older people who figure skate or are learning to skate :)
Reply:I believe that you're never too old to learn how to ice skate.
It's not always going to be easy, so you need some patience, but in the long run you will love it.
Skating is a sport where what ever you put into it, you get back out of it.
It's a feel good sport. I couldn't recommend learning how to skate more.
Reply:You are never too old. A woman at my club started at like 41 and she is now 48 and going to adult nationals!
Reply:no, try not to think of yourself older than you really are but you are right, when you start to grow up you cant always do things. I dont know any ice skating sites to learn but sometimes its better to have someone teach you. Maybe a family member or good friend or you could pay to get lessons, that way you could do really good
good luck
Reply:Never to old to learn anything you desire to enjoy! I say take a shot at it and have a blast, age is just something that is a hinderance to what everyone can enjoy anyways I think. Have fun when you do it too!
Reply:NO! I had a chuckle because I personally have many friends who learned to ice skate well over 45. Many have also gone on to compete too (there is a whole world of adult skating . . . we even have our own Nationals!!). It's a wonderful community to be in!!!!!
There are web sites (and books) . . . but a lot of it doesn't make sense unless you go out there and learn it on the ice first . . . and then go to these references so you know what they're talking about. Words/terminology may be difficult to figure out and the pictures don't help too much as it's only one shot of the move . . . best to have someone show you and let them watch you to make sure you're doing it correctly too (or at least heading in the right direction!).
Go visit the rinks in your area and check out the programs they have for adults! The best bet are group classes for adults (cheaper and you'll meet others in the same boat!). If you're lucky, there is a "coffee club" where adult -only skaters meet up (usually around noon) to skate and sometimes instruction is included during that time. Some don't want to be around other skaters just yet . . . so they opt for getting a private coach off the bat (more expensive and you don't necessary get the benefit of "sharing" with other adults who are in the same boat).
If it inspires you any, I have friends in their 40's, 50's, 60's, 70's, and a couple 80's who do skate . . . and many did not skate in their childhood . . . they started well into their adulthood!!!! And most do jump and spin (yes, it's possible!).
Best of luck to you!!!!!!
Reply:as long as ur not in a wheelchair... that might be a problem!!!
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Too old to learn ice skating at age of 45?
USFSA offers a Basic skills program, presented by Marshalls. This skills program offers classes for adult skaters.
Adult Curriculum
The adult curriculum is designed for the beginning adult skater. It will promote physical fitness and improve balance and coordination while learning proper skating techniques. Divided into four levels, adult skaters will progress at an individual rate while being challenged and motivated.
Levels Adult 1-4
Here's the website for more details:
http://www.usfigureskating.org/Programs....
Many ice rinks also offer skating school classes for adults, or you are often welcome to enroll in normal skating school classes.
Most rinks offer what is called a Coffee Club. This usually runs while kids are in school, about 11:00AM - 2:00PM. The Coffee Club is when older folks can skate and socialize. This usually isn't a class, so you can learn to skate on your own or with the friends you make. Or just bring your friends and go out and skate once a week. I guarantee you will all enjoy it.
As long as you have the time and urge to go skating, there is nothing stopping you. Age can't keep you from doing what you want. Plus, this will keep you fit.
Reply:If you're physically capable, you can learn anything that involves movement. But I highly doubt that you can learn something like this over the Internet. I'm sure there are lots of people around who can skate and can help you to learn. You might consider paying for lessons, or swapping favours for lessons.
Now, I doubt you'll get to the point that you can be competitive, but you can certainly get to the point that you can have fun.
Reply:if you've ever roller bladed you shouldn't have that much of a problem. I taught my best friend how to ice skate. You find someone that knows how to ice skate face them and hold there hands and have them go backwards while you go forwards. Doesn't take that long, in fact she was doing better than I was in a few minutes.
Reply:I'm 30 and do adult competitive skating in Canada. When I went to my first competition as an adult I was surprised to see that I was one of the youngest skaters there, most people were well into their 40's.
As far as self learning ice skating, the best way is to just get out on the ice and do it. If you have access to adult lessons or a private coach I highly recommend that over trying to learn off the internet as having someone with an objective eye on you will help you to learn faster, keep you from developing bad habits and reduce the risk of injury.
Reply:please check out some rentals sand fasll down as couple of times and see if you have the desire!
Reply:no way. if u are physically fit, its a great sport to keep u going!
the usfsa (im presuming ur in the states) has a great adult program for just beginners to really competitive, so u can choose based on ur personality. they offer courses in many states.
heres the website: http://www.usfsa.org/
best of luck! :)
Reply:It's not too old to start ice skating at 45. I know adults that take adult lessons who are that old and even older. Many of them are scared to fall so they are fairly nervous, but many of them enjoy it and have a lot of fun doing it. It is probably not the best to self teach yourself because you will teach yourself how to do things incorrectly which can result in injury, and other problems. Most rinks offer adult group lessons which only cost about $30-40 dollars for three weeks, skating two times per week with the instruction of a professional coach.
Reply:no you definitely aren't anyone can learn anything at any age. It will be a good way of staying shape, having fun, and learning new skills. You can't really learn skating from websites (unfortunately) but there will be tips on some. Go to lessons at a local community center, go public skating with a friend who already knows how to ice skate, or if you can already skate fairly well then check out a skating club you can compete in "Adults" for figure skating competitions (they also have beginners classes). Don't worry there are a lot of older people who figure skate or are learning to skate :)
Reply:I believe that you're never too old to learn how to ice skate.
It's not always going to be easy, so you need some patience, but in the long run you will love it.
Skating is a sport where what ever you put into it, you get back out of it.
It's a feel good sport. I couldn't recommend learning how to skate more.
Reply:You are never too old. A woman at my club started at like 41 and she is now 48 and going to adult nationals!
Reply:no, try not to think of yourself older than you really are but you are right, when you start to grow up you cant always do things. I dont know any ice skating sites to learn but sometimes its better to have someone teach you. Maybe a family member or good friend or you could pay to get lessons, that way you could do really good
good luck
Reply:Never to old to learn anything you desire to enjoy! I say take a shot at it and have a blast, age is just something that is a hinderance to what everyone can enjoy anyways I think. Have fun when you do it too!
Reply:NO! I had a chuckle because I personally have many friends who learned to ice skate well over 45. Many have also gone on to compete too (there is a whole world of adult skating . . . we even have our own Nationals!!). It's a wonderful community to be in!!!!!
There are web sites (and books) . . . but a lot of it doesn't make sense unless you go out there and learn it on the ice first . . . and then go to these references so you know what they're talking about. Words/terminology may be difficult to figure out and the pictures don't help too much as it's only one shot of the move . . . best to have someone show you and let them watch you to make sure you're doing it correctly too (or at least heading in the right direction!).
Go visit the rinks in your area and check out the programs they have for adults! The best bet are group classes for adults (cheaper and you'll meet others in the same boat!). If you're lucky, there is a "coffee club" where adult -only skaters meet up (usually around noon) to skate and sometimes instruction is included during that time. Some don't want to be around other skaters just yet . . . so they opt for getting a private coach off the bat (more expensive and you don't necessary get the benefit of "sharing" with other adults who are in the same boat).
If it inspires you any, I have friends in their 40's, 50's, 60's, 70's, and a couple 80's who do skate . . . and many did not skate in their childhood . . . they started well into their adulthood!!!! And most do jump and spin (yes, it's possible!).
Best of luck to you!!!!!!
Reply:as long as ur not in a wheelchair... that might be a problem!!!
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Can you name this ice skating movie?
I watched a really good ice skating movie a few years ago. The basic plot is that a male hockey player dies and wants another chance to get olympic gold, and he ends up in the body of a female figure skater. I can't remember any of the actors or what it was called!
Can you name this ice skating movie?
" Ice Angel" was made in 2000 from Fox Family
it is also know as "On Thin Ice: Going For The Gold"
Reply:ica angle
Reply:Ice Angel
Reply:Ice Angel
Reply:Kinda sounds like The Cutting Edge, but the hickey guy doesn't die. He just gets hurt bad and can no longer play in the NHL so instead he teams up with this female figure skater.
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Can you name this ice skating movie?
" Ice Angel" was made in 2000 from Fox Family
it is also know as "On Thin Ice: Going For The Gold"
Reply:ica angle
Reply:Ice Angel
Reply:Ice Angel
Reply:Kinda sounds like The Cutting Edge, but the hickey guy doesn't die. He just gets hurt bad and can no longer play in the NHL so instead he teams up with this female figure skater.
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What geometry is in ice skating?
This is for a math project and I need to list all the geometry in ice skating.
What geometry is in ice skating?
Geometry is about figures and figure skating is an important part of professional and Olympic Ice skating. Doing the figure eight as perfectly as possible, for example.
Doing a Camel spin properly requires the two legs to be at a perfect right angle.
Skating in a perfect straight line is one of the items graded.
Spins, jumps like triple toe loops are more a matter of physics.
Reply:Study figures in polar coordinates.
Cardioids and epicycloids in Cartesian coordinates are important.
Wiki those terms.
The physics of ice skating involves forces, momentum, and movement on the plane (ice) and in space (jumps), all of which are characterized by vector analysis, a part of analytic geometry.
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What geometry is in ice skating?
Geometry is about figures and figure skating is an important part of professional and Olympic Ice skating. Doing the figure eight as perfectly as possible, for example.
Doing a Camel spin properly requires the two legs to be at a perfect right angle.
Skating in a perfect straight line is one of the items graded.
Spins, jumps like triple toe loops are more a matter of physics.
Reply:Study figures in polar coordinates.
Cardioids and epicycloids in Cartesian coordinates are important.
Wiki those terms.
The physics of ice skating involves forces, momentum, and movement on the plane (ice) and in space (jumps), all of which are characterized by vector analysis, a part of analytic geometry.
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Should I go to the carnival or ice skating?
Well, I really wanted to go to the school carnival with my friends Shaunna, Sam and Allana. But Sam and Allana have been acting like they hate me and when I try talking things out, we don't get anywhere!
Then, my other bff Jeanette, says she wanted me to go ice skating with her... we get along just fine, and have never fought before. I asked her if she wanted to go to the carnival with me instead, and she said,"No, I dont like carnivals."
Should I go to the carnival with Shaunna, Sam and Allana, or with Jeanette and go ice skating???
I cant decide, because, I didnt get to go to the carnival last year, and I was hoping to go this year... but the friends I was gonna go with are being $luts.
Should I go to the carnival or ice skating?
baby girl, go where you'll have fun. go iceskating. simple as that. look, the main purpose when people go out, is to have fun. right? so, go ice skating, you'll have a blast.
Reply:they are proably climbing the social ladder
u got dumped!
go skating!
and give me your credit card information while ur at it too
lol
Reply:Um if you feel that your friends that you want to go to the carnival with hate you than you should probabbly go ice skating. It sounds like you and Jeanette get along really well and you would have a much better time with her than going with your other friends that have been acting like they hate you. Hope this helps! :)
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Then, my other bff Jeanette, says she wanted me to go ice skating with her... we get along just fine, and have never fought before. I asked her if she wanted to go to the carnival with me instead, and she said,"No, I dont like carnivals."
Should I go to the carnival with Shaunna, Sam and Allana, or with Jeanette and go ice skating???
I cant decide, because, I didnt get to go to the carnival last year, and I was hoping to go this year... but the friends I was gonna go with are being $luts.
Should I go to the carnival or ice skating?
baby girl, go where you'll have fun. go iceskating. simple as that. look, the main purpose when people go out, is to have fun. right? so, go ice skating, you'll have a blast.
Reply:they are proably climbing the social ladder
u got dumped!
go skating!
and give me your credit card information while ur at it too
lol
Reply:Um if you feel that your friends that you want to go to the carnival with hate you than you should probabbly go ice skating. It sounds like you and Jeanette get along really well and you would have a much better time with her than going with your other friends that have been acting like they hate you. Hope this helps! :)
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Classical music for my ice-skating routine?
i do figure ice-skating and i'm looking for some good classical musicians/pieces.
heres the criteria:
- no lyrics
- slow (not fast pieces)
- not too strong (i need pretty music)
and i like sad pieces, but thats not a requirement.
thankyou!
Classical music for my ice-skating routine?
All kinds of good music with previews here: http://www.sonicedgemusic.com/pcmusic.ht...
Some is classical, some is not. Friendly customer service too, that is where I get all my programs.
MusicGuru
Reply:A very sad, but beautiful song is called in the arms of an angel by Sarah McLachlan. It is a very beautiful song, all you have to do is find one that does not have the lyrics, or take it off using some kind of equiptment! Hope it helped!
Reply:ok when i was competing music was very important to me! some of the peices which were very dramatic were:
My fave Evita
Dances with wolves
Braveheart
the haunting (lovely peice of music)
Mulan
they are all amazing pieces and loved every minute skating to them i choreographed all my own stuff
Em x
Reply:Few Suggestions for ya:
Swan Lake
Clair de lune by Debussy
Rhaspody in Blue by Gershwin
Waltz from Gypsy Baron by Strauss
Habenera from Carmen by Bizet
Duel of the Fates by John Williams (from Star Wars)
Farandole by Bizet
Reply:Almost every symphony made by Schubert would be great for skating (and highly underrated). You should check out Rosamunde which isn't a symphony but it's a great and dramatic piece that isn't that fast.
Reply:The Swan by Camille Saint-Saens
Moonlight Sonata by Mozart
I'm a bit more partial to The Swan it is beautiful music
Reply:titanic is slow and sad
cat skin problem
heres the criteria:
- no lyrics
- slow (not fast pieces)
- not too strong (i need pretty music)
and i like sad pieces, but thats not a requirement.
thankyou!
Classical music for my ice-skating routine?
All kinds of good music with previews here: http://www.sonicedgemusic.com/pcmusic.ht...
Some is classical, some is not. Friendly customer service too, that is where I get all my programs.
MusicGuru
Reply:A very sad, but beautiful song is called in the arms of an angel by Sarah McLachlan. It is a very beautiful song, all you have to do is find one that does not have the lyrics, or take it off using some kind of equiptment! Hope it helped!
Reply:ok when i was competing music was very important to me! some of the peices which were very dramatic were:
My fave Evita
Dances with wolves
Braveheart
the haunting (lovely peice of music)
Mulan
they are all amazing pieces and loved every minute skating to them i choreographed all my own stuff
Em x
Reply:Few Suggestions for ya:
Swan Lake
Clair de lune by Debussy
Rhaspody in Blue by Gershwin
Waltz from Gypsy Baron by Strauss
Habenera from Carmen by Bizet
Duel of the Fates by John Williams (from Star Wars)
Farandole by Bizet
Reply:Almost every symphony made by Schubert would be great for skating (and highly underrated). You should check out Rosamunde which isn't a symphony but it's a great and dramatic piece that isn't that fast.
Reply:The Swan by Camille Saint-Saens
Moonlight Sonata by Mozart
I'm a bit more partial to The Swan it is beautiful music
Reply:titanic is slow and sad
cat skin problem
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