Stepping on to the ice for a figure skater can be exciting or overwhelming. Competitions are one of the best parts of the sport. Skaters finally get to perform the routine they’ve been practicing for months. As the audience watches, it looks as though the skater executed every part perfectly, but there is one thing […]

Do you want to become a figure skater? Have you dreamed of going to the Olympics? Well, before you can take off on the Olympic ice, you’ll need to get through your training. Think that you’ll just start off right away with a private coach? Well, we guess you could do that if you had […]

The sport of figure skating has been around for a long time. Throughout the years, figure skating costumes have changed drastically since the first winter Olympics in 1924. During that first Olympics, women figure skaters wore wool skirts and sweaters, dressing more for the weather rather than for the glory, and men used to be […]

Figure skating is no doubt a beautiful sport to watch. Figure skaters move with elegance performing jumps and spins, making it look effortless. These moves are far from easy though, as those learning to figure skate for the first time will come to find out. Figure skating techniques take practice and dedication in order to […]

When you are newly entering the world of figure skating there’s no doubt it can be overwhelming. You find yourself googling “figure skating for parents and what you need to know.” Parents with a child in figure skating who is just starting out may have a lot of questions. Where should your child take lessons? […]

Whether you’re new to the figure skating world or have been skating for years, there is no doubt that one of the most important parts of the sport are the type of skates you have. Having a proper fitting boot can prevent injury, blisters, and improve performance. While basic skates may be alright for a […]