Level: Beginner
Base exercise: Loop jump
Variation: Forward inside three turn entrance, from standstill
Purpose: A forward inside three turn entrance for a loop jump is a good entrance to introduce skaters to the loop because it allows them to feel the continuing rotation, and it does not feel as stuck as a loop jump from backward crossovers might
Focus: Jump entrance, understanding jump phases
Direction: Counterclockwise
Equipment: No Equipment
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Foundation: On-ice introductory loop ...
In this video, Signe breaks down the loop jump for skaters who are just starting to learn it.
Pre-requisite: Back scratch spin
The entry Signe recommends is the forward inside three turn, which is the most common way to begin to learn it.
Signe emphasizes the importance of having the arms co...
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Foundation: On-ice loop jump entry ed...
Level: Foundation
Base exercise: Loop entry hold
Variation: From a forward inside three turn, entry outside edge gets progressively tighter
Purpose: This drill helps skaters work their body alignment and control during the increase of outside edge pressure in a loop entry into a loop take-off. By... -
Foundation-Advanced: Off-ice loop ent...
Purpose: Walk through the entry, take-off, and follow-through phase of your loop jump to build muscle memory for proper positioning and timing
Focus: Basic technique, timing, upper body position, arm position, lower body position, edge quality
