Level: Beginner
Base exercise: Forward upright spin entry
Variation: 1/4 turns
Purpose: Skaters should start practicing spins on their spinner by 1/4 turn progressions. By working through the 1/4 turn progressions, they will be able to make sure their axis and alignment is correct before trying a scratch spin with speed
Focus: Entry, outside edge quality, axis, alignment, basic technique
Direction: Counterclockwise
Equipment: Spinner
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Foundation: Off-ice forward upright s...
Level: Foundation
Base exercise: Forward scratch spin
Variation: None
Purpose: Doing spins off ice using a spinner is a great way for students to practice their balance, centering, and confidence. Using a spinner can often be more difficult than on the ice because the skater has to keep their axi... -
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... -
Beginner: On-ice forward inside three...
Level: Beginner
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...
