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Waltz/Axel
Advanced: On ice double axel entry to take-off direction stand still drill
Episode 1
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8s
Level: Advanced
Base exercise: Double axel entry to take-off walkthrough
Variation: Stationary, finishes with follow through into air position
Purpose: Doing this drill from standstill allows students to work specifically on the direction of their head, arms, and free leg on the take-off of the double axel. This drill can help them understand the diverging directions of the skating side and free side.
Helps with these common mistakes: Swingy axel, jumping around the curve, head position, take-off position
Associated skating element: Double axel
Rotational direction demonstrated: Counterclockwise
Equipment: No equipment