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Upright Spins

Y-stand hold: Foundation-Advanced

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  • Foundation: Off-ice forward upright s...

    Purpose: Skaters should practice holding their star position--the snap position they hit after their spin entry-- in a spin before moving into their H position because the star position is key to having centered spin. Practicing this on a spinner helps skaters also feel where the weight should be...

  • Foundation: Off-ice spinner forward u...

    Purpose: The star position is the snap position after an upright spin entry edge and hook. It comes before the traditional H position. Having good alignment on the star position is crucial for a centered spin, even more so than the H position, so this drill helps skaters practice holding the posi...

  • 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...