I've seen a lot of videos of figure skating lectures, but I really like them and they're cool! Intuitive, clear. I'm a beginner, and I can't practice going backwards because I'm afraid I'll bump into people while going backwards. Is there a way? It's hard to avoid even though I've learned to go backwards while looking backwards. It's amazing that athletes avoid them without looking backwards. Should I learn how to use edges better to avoid them? It's hard to avoid, so I can't practice. What should I do😅😅😢😢
Thank you so much for your kind words! I’m really glad you enjoy my videos. It’s completely normal to feel nervous about skating backward in a crowded rink. Athletes avoid collisions by developing strong awareness of their surroundings and learning how to use their edges effectively to control speed and direction. To practice safely, I recommend starting in quieter areas of the rink or during less crowded sessions. You can also practice backward edges and turns in smaller patterns, which allow you to build control without needing much space. Over time, your confidence and ability to navigate in a busy rink will improve. Keep at it-you’re doing great!
Coach Natalia, goodmorning... May I ask you @ 1:01 - 1:04 When the free leg is fully engaged--in this clip her right leg swings thru--is it required to point the toes down towards ice? Or perhaps depends on the context? I was corrected by a seemingly silver level ice dancer whilst executing outside swing rolls (I wasn't dancing just drilling/warming up down sheet of ice like your student in this clip ) thank you in advance . And thank you fo r this video much appreciated
That’s a great question. In this context, pointing the toes down (or extending the free leg fully) helps create a clean, polished line, which is especially important in figure skating spins and moves. However, for outside swing rolls in ice dancing, the emphasis might be more on controlled movement and rhythm, so toe pointing can depend on the style or technique being emphasized. It’s always good to clarify corrections with your coach or mentor since styles can vary slightly. I’m so glad you found the video helpful-thank you for watching!
I've seen a lot of videos of figure skating lectures, but I really like them and they're cool! Intuitive, clear.
I'm a beginner, and I can't practice going backwards because I'm afraid I'll bump into people while going backwards. Is there a way? It's hard to avoid even though I've learned to go backwards while looking backwards. It's amazing that athletes avoid them without looking backwards. Should I learn how to use edges better to avoid them? It's hard to avoid, so I can't practice. What should I do😅😅😢😢
Thank you so much for your kind words! I’m really glad you enjoy my videos. It’s completely normal to feel nervous about skating backward in a crowded rink. Athletes avoid collisions by developing strong awareness of their surroundings and learning how to use their edges effectively to control speed and direction.
To practice safely, I recommend starting in quieter areas of the rink or during less crowded sessions. You can also practice backward edges and turns in smaller patterns, which allow you to build control without needing much space. Over time, your confidence and ability to navigate in a busy rink will improve. Keep at it-you’re doing great!
Thank you so much for the advice! I'm also watching other videos step by step. With love😘
Coach Natalia, goodmorning... May I ask you @ 1:01 - 1:04
When the free leg is fully engaged--in this clip her right leg swings thru--is it required to point the toes down towards ice? Or perhaps depends on the context? I was corrected by a seemingly silver level ice dancer whilst executing outside swing rolls (I wasn't dancing just drilling/warming up down sheet of ice like your student in this clip ) thank you in advance . And thank you fo r this video much appreciated
That’s a great question. In this context, pointing the toes down (or extending the free leg fully) helps create a clean, polished line, which is especially important in figure skating spins and moves. However, for outside swing rolls in ice dancing, the emphasis might be more on controlled movement and rhythm, so toe pointing can depend on the style or technique being emphasized. It’s always good to clarify corrections with your coach or mentor since styles can vary slightly. I’m so glad you found the video helpful-thank you for watching!
@styleskating35 understood. Thank you again !