Foundation: Off-ice stationary loop lockdowns + 1/4 turn with arms up drill
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12s
Purpose: This drill helps skaters work on a quick snap into their air position on a loop take-off, vertical height on the take-off, rotation, and control of landings so that they can do it continuously.
Focus: vertical height, tight air position, upper body control, jump combinations
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