Level: Foundation
Base exercise: Backward scratch spin
Variation: Arms above the head
Purpose: Putting the arms above the head in a back scratch spin can be a fun variation for skaters to try so they can use in choreography. It can also be an useful exercise for students who need to practice more stretch and elongation through their axis on their back spin.
Focus: Arm variation, spin axis, elongation
Direction: Counterclockwise
Equipment: Spinner
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Base exercise: Forward upright spin
Variation: Forward inside three turn step forward entrance
Purpose: Practicing different entrances into spins is a good skill for skaters to learn as they can be more versatile and flexible when putting together program choreography
Focus: Entr... -
Beginner: On-ice forward upright spin...
Level: Beginner
Base exercise: Forward Upright Spin
Variation: From standstill, arms above the head during cross position
Purpose: Skaters should work on their forward upright or scratch spin from a standstill first to gain confidence and body awareness on the entry. Once they have gained more co...
