Level: Advanced
Base exercise: Back Camel spin
Variation: Flying entrance, from standstill
Purpose: Skaters should begin working on a flying entrance for their camelspin by doing it from standstill. Additionally, starting on an axis line helps skaters understand the shape of their entry and where to fly relative to that curve.
Focus: Spin entry pathway, starting new skill,
Direction: Counterclockwise
Equipment: No Equipment
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