Figure Skating: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
Figure Skating Movies
This is a list of some figure skating movies. Some of these movies are well known; others are not. Some of these movies tell true stories, but most of these movies are fictional figure skating stories.
This is a list of some figure skating movies. Some of these movies are well known; others are not. Some of these movies tell true stories, but most of these movies are fictional figure skating stories.
Favorite Gifts for Ice Skaters
This is a short list of recommended gifts that can be given to those who love figure skating.
This is a short list of recommended gifts that can be given to those who love figure skating.
Disney's High School Musical: The Ice Tour
The East High Wildcats get ready to take the ice in Disney's High School Musical: The Ice Tour
The East High Wildcats get ready to take the ice in Disney's High School Musical: The Ice Tour
2002 Olympic Figure Skating Champion Sarah Hughes Falls
Sarah Hughes falls and as she competes at the World Figure Skating Championships in 2003.
Sarah Hughes falls and as she competes at the World Figure Skating Championships in 2003.
Ice Skating Jumps
There are certain jumps that all ice skaters learn and that figure skating fans should try to recognize.
There are certain jumps that all ice skaters learn and that figure skating fans should try to recognize.
Dorothy Hamill's Wedge Haircut From the 1970s
Dorothy Hamill is known for skating with a style that was perfect. Her jumps were graceful and her technical skating was excellent. Her head was always up and she had perfect posture. She was considered "America's Sweetheart." She is also known for her sweet personality.
Dorothy Hamill is known for skating with a style that was perfect. Her jumps were graceful and her technical skating was excellent. Her head was always up and she had perfect posture. She was considered "America's Sweetheart." She is also known for her sweet personality.
Olympic Women Figure Skaters
This article lists some of the most famous women in Olympic figure skating history.
This article lists some of the most famous women in Olympic figure skating history.
Ice Skating Outdoors
At one time, all ice skating took place outside. Today, most people skate at indoor ice rinks, but there are still some wonderful outdoor ice rinks in the United States. This is a list of some of the top outdoor places to ice skate.
At one time, all ice skating took place outside. Today, most people skate at indoor ice rinks, but there are still some wonderful outdoor ice rinks in the United States. This is a list of some of the top outdoor places to ice skate.
Purchase Skates
This article will help a new or prospective figure skater purchase his or her first pair of skates.
This article will help a new or prospective figure skater purchase his or her first pair of skates.
Get Started Figure Skating
Getting started in figure skating is simple. Most ice arenas offer weekly group lessons that usually run from six to twelve weeks. These group lessons cover many figure skating basics.
Getting started in figure skating is simple. Most ice arenas offer weekly group lessons that usually run from six to twelve weeks. These group lessons cover many figure skating basics.
Figure Skating Legend Michelle Kwan
This photo gallery includes photos of famous figure skaters.
This photo gallery includes photos of famous figure skaters.
Beginning Ice Skating Lesson
Read about the things figure skaters learn in a beginning ice skating class.
Read about the things figure skaters learn in a beginning ice skating class.
Favorite Figure Skates
This is a list of the favorite figure skating boots and blades used and purchased by figure skaters. If you buy a new or used boot and blade, look for one of these brands.
This is a list of the favorite figure skating boots and blades used and purchased by figure skaters. If you buy a new or used boot and blade, look for one of these brands.
Figure Skating Basics
There are many moves figure skaters must master. This article includes links to lessons on falling and getting up on skates, how to stop, how to skate forward, and how to spin and jump.
There are many moves figure skaters must master. This article includes links to lessons on falling and getting up on skates, how to stop, how to skate forward, and how to spin and jump.
Music for Figure Skating
Skating to music is a very important part of figure skating. This article will help figure skaters with music selection
Skating to music is a very important part of figure skating. This article will help figure skaters with music selection
MySkatingMall.com
Through MySkatingMall.com, figure skaters will be able to buy and sell gently used figure skating items online. Ice skating families will earn money that will help pay for figure skating expenses.
Through MySkatingMall.com, figure skaters will be able to buy and sell gently used figure skating items online. Ice skating families will earn money that will help pay for figure skating expenses.
Favorite Music for Ice Skating
There are certain pieces of music that are the favorites of figure skaters and ice skating fans.
There are certain pieces of music that are the favorites of figure skaters and ice skating fans.
2006 - Japan's First Ladies Olympic Figure Skating Champion Shizuka Arakawa
Shizuka Arakawa is the 2006 Olympic Figure Skating Champion. She is Japan's first ever ladies figure skating Olympic Champion.
Shizuka Arakawa is the 2006 Olympic Figure Skating Champion. She is Japan's first ever ladies figure skating Olympic Champion.
1976 Olympic Champion Dorothy Hamill
Dorothy Hamill is known for skating with a style that was perfect. Her jumps were graceful and her technical skating was excellent. Her head was always up and she had perfect posture. She was considered "America's Sweetheart." She is also known for her sweet personality.
Dorothy Hamill is known for skating with a style that was perfect. Her jumps were graceful and her technical skating was excellent. Her head was always up and she had perfect posture. She was considered "America's Sweetheart." She is also known for her sweet personality.
Zuca Bags
Zuca Bags are ideal for the needs of a figure skater. The bag was designed by a mother of skaters and has changed the way skaters store and transport their figure skates and accessories.
Zuca Bags are ideal for the needs of a figure skater. The bag was designed by a mother of skaters and has changed the way skaters store and transport their figure skates and accessories.
Christine Errath, Dorothy Hamill, and Dianne DeLeeuw - 1976 Winter Olympics
Dorothy Hamill is known for skating with a style that was perfect. Her jumps were graceful and her technical skating was excellent. Her head was always up and she had perfect posture. She was considered "America's Sweetheart." She is also known for her sweet personality.
Dorothy Hamill is known for skating with a style that was perfect. Her jumps were graceful and her technical skating was excellent. Her head was always up and she had perfect posture. She was considered "America's Sweetheart." She is also known for her sweet personality.
Battle of the Blades
Battle of the Blades is a Canadian ice skating reality television show. Professional ice hockey players are paired up with prominent Canadian figure skaters. The pairs compete each week in an elimination style figure skating competition.
Battle of the Blades is a Canadian ice skating reality television show. Professional ice hockey players are paired up with prominent Canadian figure skaters. The pairs compete each week in an elimination style figure skating competition.
Skating Legend Michelle Kwan
Michelle Kwan is considered a figure skating legend and is the most decorated figure skater in U.S. history.
Michelle Kwan is considered a figure skating legend and is the most decorated figure skater in U.S. history.
Ice Skating Clothes
It is not always easy to find figure skating apparel; in fact, to those new to skating, finding skating clothing can be a mystery!
It is not always easy to find figure skating apparel; in fact, to those new to skating, finding skating clothing can be a mystery!
Italiian Skating Champion Carolina Kostner
Carolina Kostner of Italy competed in the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating 2007. She won a bronze medal at the Grand Prix Final that took place in Torino, Italy.
Carolina Kostner of Italy competed in the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating 2007. She won a bronze medal at the Grand Prix Final that took place in Torino, Italy.
Olympic Figure Skating
In this article, learn some things that fans want to know about Olympic figure skating and ice skating history. Also, find out how to become a figure skater.
In this article, learn some things that fans want to know about Olympic figure skating and ice skating history. Also, find out how to become a figure skater.
Fall and Get Up on Skates
Knowing how to fall and get up correctly on skates is very important for all figure skaters.
Knowing how to fall and get up correctly on skates is very important for all figure skaters.
Ekaterina Gordeeva and Sergei Grinkov - Olympic Pair Skating Champions
This photo gallery includes photos of famous figure skaters.
This photo gallery includes photos of famous figure skaters.
2006 Olympic Figure Skater Emily Hughes Falls on Ice Skates
2006 Olympic figure skater Emily Hughes falls on ice skates.
2006 Olympic figure skater Emily Hughes falls on ice skates.
Snowplow Stop
Stopping on the ice is essential for every figure skater. This is the first and easiest stop a skater must master.
Stopping on the ice is essential for every figure skater. This is the first and easiest stop a skater must master.
Skating Forward
This article will help teach beginning skaters how to move forward on the ice.
This article will help teach beginning skaters how to move forward on the ice.
Jackson Figure Skates
Jackson Skates are a favorite for figure skaters of all levels. The price of Jackson Skates is reasonable and there are so many different models to choose from.
Jackson Skates are a favorite for figure skaters of all levels. The price of Jackson Skates is reasonable and there are so many different models to choose from.
Ice Dance Free Dance Elements
Free dance is the most entertaining part of ice dancing. Certain moves are done by each ice dancing couple. This article will help those interested in ice dancing to recognize free dance moves, positions, steps, and elements.
Free dance is the most entertaining part of ice dancing. Certain moves are done by each ice dancing couple. This article will help those interested in ice dancing to recognize free dance moves, positions, steps, and elements.
Lynn-Holly Johnson - Co-Star of the Ice Skating Movie Ice Castles
Lynn-Holly Johnson co-starred in the 1978 movie "Ice Castles." She played Lexie, a talented young ice skater from Iowa who goes to a figure skating training center in Colorado to work towards skating in the Olympics.
Lynn-Holly Johnson co-starred in the 1978 movie "Ice Castles." She played Lexie, a talented young ice skater from Iowa who goes to a figure skating training center in Colorado to work towards skating in the Olympics.
Gordeeva and Grinkov
Russian pair skaters Gordeeva and Grinkov won virtually every competition they entered. They won the Olympics in both 1988 and in 1994. They began skating together as children and married in 1991. Sergei died suddenly in 1995. Ekaterina Gordeeva continues to perform.
Russian pair skaters Gordeeva and Grinkov won virtually every competition they entered. They won the Olympics in both 1988 and in 1994. They began skating together as children and married in 1991. Sergei died suddenly in 1995. Ekaterina Gordeeva continues to perform.
2006 Olympic Figure Skating Champion Evgeni Plushenko
This photo gallery includes photos of famous figure skaters.
This photo gallery includes photos of famous figure skaters.
East Coast Cast - High School Musical on Ice 2007
Disney's High School Musical: The Ice Tour was inspired by the Disney Channel Original Movie, "High School Musical," and "High School Musical 2." Three different tours travel throughout the United States and perform on ice. Shows also tour in Canada, Europe, and Mexico. This photo gallery highlights some of the highlights of the show.
Disney's High School Musical: The Ice Tour was inspired by the Disney Channel Original Movie, "High School Musical," and "High School Musical 2." Three different tours travel throughout the United States and perform on ice. Shows also tour in Canada, Europe, and Mexico. This photo gallery highlights some of the highlights of the show.
Olympic Ice Skaters Margarita Drobiazko and Povilas Vanagas Fall
Ice dancers Margarita Drobiazko and Povilas Vanagas of Lithuania fall during the 2006 Winter Olympics.
Ice dancers Margarita Drobiazko and Povilas Vanagas of Lithuania fall during the 2006 Winter Olympics.
Dorothy Hamill
Dorothy Hamill won the 1976 Winter Olympics.
Dorothy Hamill won the 1976 Winter Olympics.
The "Taryn"
The "Taryn" is a figure skating move invented by a southern California figure skater named Taryn Horchek. Taryn has had years of ballet training, and took some of what she knew from ballet to the ice. 2007 World Junior Figure Skating Champion, Caroline Zhang, is known for doing "Taryn." The "Taryn" can be done either as a long backward glide or in a back spin. The skater pulls the extended free leg completely vertical up to the head and is in a complete split.
The "Taryn" is a figure skating move invented by a southern California figure skater named Taryn Horchek. Taryn has had years of ballet training, and took some of what she knew from ballet to the ice. 2007 World Junior Figure Skating Champion, Caroline Zhang, is known for doing "Taryn." The "Taryn" can be done either as a long backward glide or in a back spin. The skater pulls the extended free leg completely vertical up to the head and is in a complete split.
Ice Skating Training
Many people that enter figure skating don't know how often an ice skater needs to skate to improve. This short article will help answer that concern.
Many people that enter figure skating don't know how often an ice skater needs to skate to improve. This short article will help answer that concern.
Michelle Kwan Falls on the Ice
Michelle Kwan falls during the United States National Figure Skating Championships.
Michelle Kwan falls during the United States National Figure Skating Championships.
African American Ice Skaters
There are certain African American figure skaters that should be remembered. This short article highlights some of those skaters.
There are certain African American figure skaters that should be remembered. This short article highlights some of those skaters.
Olympic Men Figure Skaters
This is a list of some of the most famous men in Olympic figure skating history.
This is a list of some of the most famous men in Olympic figure skating history.
Nancy Kerrigan and Tonya Harding at the 1994 Winter Olympic Games
This photo gallery includes photos of famous figure skaters.
This photo gallery includes photos of famous figure skaters.
Kristi Yamaguchi
Kristi Yamaguchi won the 1992 Olympics. She also competed in pair skating with partner Rudy Galindo. In 1989, she became the first woman, in thirty-five years, to win two medals at the U.S. nationals.
Kristi Yamaguchi won the 1992 Olympics. She also competed in pair skating with partner Rudy Galindo. In 1989, she became the first woman, in thirty-five years, to win two medals at the U.S. nationals.
2007 World Figure Skating Champion Miki Ando Falls
Miki Ando of Japan falls at Skate America 2007.
Miki Ando of Japan falls at Skate America 2007.
Skate Spinner
Skate Spinner is a figure skating training aid that simulates the skating blade on the ice. Figure skaters can practice jumps and spins anywhere with Skate Spinner. This short article reviews the product.
Skate Spinner is a figure skating training aid that simulates the skating blade on the ice. Figure skaters can practice jumps and spins anywhere with Skate Spinner. This short article reviews the product.
Figure Skating Season
What is the figure skating competition season? What time of year does the season for competitive figure skating begin and when does the season end?
What is the figure skating competition season? What time of year does the season for competitive figure skating begin and when does the season end?
Michelle Kwan
This photo collection contains ice skating photos that may be of interest to those interested in figure skating.
This photo collection contains ice skating photos that may be of interest to those interested in figure skating.
U.S. Figure Skating Regional Map
Regional figure skating competitions are the first in a series of qualifying competitions. The United States is divided into nine different regions.
Regional figure skating competitions are the first in a series of qualifying competitions. The United States is divided into nine different regions.
Cost of Private Lessons
The cost of private figure skating instruction can vary, but in almost all instances, the skater must be aware that he or she must pay the rink for admission and ice time and also pay a separate fee to the figure skating coach for the lesson.
The cost of private figure skating instruction can vary, but in almost all instances, the skater must be aware that he or she must pay the rink for admission and ice time and also pay a separate fee to the figure skating coach for the lesson.
Choose a Skating Coach
Unlike ballet, dance, or gymnastics, where learning occurs in a group lesson format most of the time, figure skating is mastered through private lessons. So….if you or your child is really interested in mastering figure skating, your first step is to select a private lesson coach.
Unlike ballet, dance, or gymnastics, where learning occurs in a group lesson format most of the time, figure skating is mastered through private lessons. So….if you or your child is really interested in mastering figure skating, your first step is to select a private lesson coach.
Fall Safely on Figure Skates
No one wants to fall while ice skating, but if you are going to skate, you are going to fall. How can a figure skater, especially an adult who doesn't want to fall, fall safely? This article addresses this issue.
No one wants to fall while ice skating, but if you are going to skate, you are going to fall. How can a figure skater, especially an adult who doesn't want to fall, fall safely? This article addresses this issue.
Ice Skating Accessories Galore
Ice Skating Accessories Galore offers a variety of ice skating and hockey accessories, clothing, gifts and jewelry.
Ice Skating Accessories Galore offers a variety of ice skating and hockey accessories, clothing, gifts and jewelry.
Sonia Bianchetti Garbato 1990
Sonia Bianchetti Garbato was a top figure skating official with the International Skating Union (ISU). She began her career with the ISU in 1963 and served until 1992. The photos in this collection show her with some very famous people in figure skating. Included are some great moments in ice skating history and some personal photos of Sonia Bianchetti Garbato.
Sonia Bianchetti Garbato was a top figure skating official with the International Skating Union (ISU). She began her career with the ISU in 1963 and served until 1992. The photos in this collection show her with some very famous people in figure skating. Included are some great moments in ice skating history and some personal photos of Sonia Bianchetti Garbato.
Olympic Ice Skaters Federica Faiella and Massimo Scali Fall
Federica Faiella and Massimo Scali of Italy fall during the 2006 Winter Olympics.
Federica Faiella and Massimo Scali of Italy fall during the 2006 Winter Olympics.
2007 West Coast Cast - Disney's High School Musical on Ice
Disney's High School Musical: The Ice Tour was inspired by the Disney Channel Original Movie, "High School Musical," and "High School Musical 2." Three different tours travel throughout the United States and perform on ice. Shows also tour in Canada, Europe, and Mexico. This photo gallery highlights some of the highlights of the show.
Disney's High School Musical: The Ice Tour was inspired by the Disney Channel Original Movie, "High School Musical," and "High School Musical 2." Three different tours travel throughout the United States and perform on ice. Shows also tour in Canada, Europe, and Mexico. This photo gallery highlights some of the highlights of the show.
Figure Skating Pants
In recent years, most figure skaters practice in figure skating pants (in addition to skating dresses). This article lists some of the most popular brands of of figure skating pants.
In recent years, most figure skaters practice in figure skating pants (in addition to skating dresses). This article lists some of the most popular brands of of figure skating pants.
How to Spin
Learning to spin on ice skates is not easy, but is so much fun!
Learning to spin on ice skates is not easy, but is so much fun!
Tanith Belbin and Benjamin Agosto - U.S. Ice Dance Champions
This photo gallery shows some very funny figure photos of elite competitive ice skaters in some very "interesting" and amusing positions.
This photo gallery shows some very funny figure photos of elite competitive ice skaters in some very "interesting" and amusing positions.
Olympics 2010 Predictions
Due to the new judging system for figure skating, there is no way anyone can really predict which figure skaters will win at the Vancouver Olympics in 2010, but certain figure skaters may win.
Due to the new judging system for figure skating, there is no way anyone can really predict which figure skaters will win at the Vancouver Olympics in 2010, but certain figure skaters may win.
Lace Figure Skates
Lacing figure skates correctly will make the ice skating experience more enjoyable. Correct lacing of figure skates is very important and must be done a certain way.
Lacing figure skates correctly will make the ice skating experience more enjoyable. Correct lacing of figure skates is very important and must be done a certain way.
Olympic Figure Skating Medalist Sasha Cohen
This photo gallery includes photos of famous figure skaters.
This photo gallery includes photos of famous figure skaters.
How to Do an Axel
The axel jump may be the hardest jump for many figure skaters. Once ice skaters master an axel, the double jumps come quickly. This short article outlines some steps that will help a figure skater master an axel jump.
The axel jump may be the hardest jump for many figure skaters. Once ice skaters master an axel, the double jumps come quickly. This short article outlines some steps that will help a figure skater master an axel jump.
Scandals in Figure Skating
There are some figure skating scandals that have caught the attention of the general public. This article summarizes the most publicized scandals in the figure skating world.
There are some figure skating scandals that have caught the attention of the general public. This article summarizes the most publicized scandals in the figure skating world.
Surya Bonaly
French figure skater Surya Bonaly became a U.S. citizen in 2004. She is known for being the only skater who can land a back flip on one foot on the ice. She is remembered for being disqualified for doing that move in the 1998 Olympics.
French figure skater Surya Bonaly became a U.S. citizen in 2004. She is known for being the only skater who can land a back flip on one foot on the ice. She is remembered for being disqualified for doing that move in the 1998 Olympics.
Hockey Skate or Figure Skate?
What is the difference between a hockey skate and a figure skate?
What is the difference between a hockey skate and a figure skate?
Two-Time World Figure Skating Champion Irina Slutskaya Falls
Irina Slutskaya of Russia falls during the 2006 Winter Olympic Games.
Irina Slutskaya of Russia falls during the 2006 Winter Olympic Games.
A Figure Skater's Gift Basket
Sue Woods is an adult figure skater. When her birthday came up, she put together a figure skater's birthday wish list. About.com's Guide to Figure Skating, Jo Ann Schneider Farris, was so impressed with the list, that she asked if she could share it with About.com's readers. The gift suggestions on Sue's list will be useful to anyone who wants to buy a gift for a friend or family member who loves ice skating.
Sue Woods is an adult figure skater. When her birthday came up, she put together a figure skater's birthday wish list. About.com's Guide to Figure Skating, Jo Ann Schneider Farris, was so impressed with the list, that she asked if she could share it with About.com's readers. The gift suggestions on Sue's list will be useful to anyone who wants to buy a gift for a friend or family member who loves ice skating.
What to Wear for Skating
Dressing properly for skating helps most figure skaters skate better. This short article gives information on how to dress for figure skating competitions, exhibitions, tests, and performances.
Dressing properly for skating helps most figure skaters skate better. This short article gives information on how to dress for figure skating competitions, exhibitions, tests, and performances.
Footwork Sequences
When figure skaters put a series of turns and steps together, they are doing footwork. The possibilities are endless. This article lists some suggested footwork sequences that can be skated by a figure skater who can do most ice skating turns and steps.
When figure skaters put a series of turns and steps together, they are doing footwork. The possibilities are endless. This article lists some suggested footwork sequences that can be skated by a figure skater who can do most ice skating turns and steps.
1992 Olympic Champion Kristi Yamaguchi
This photo gallery includes photos of famous figure skaters.
This photo gallery includes photos of famous figure skaters.
Waltz Jump
Russian born Larisa Gendernalik is not only a figure skating coach, but the artist of impressive figure skating drawings and paintings.
Russian born Larisa Gendernalik is not only a figure skating coach, but the artist of impressive figure skating drawings and paintings.
Kim Yu-Na
Korean figure skating champion Kim Yu-Na is the 2009 Four Continents Figure Skating Champion and the 2009 World Figure Skating Champion.
Korean figure skating champion Kim Yu-Na is the 2009 Four Continents Figure Skating Champion and the 2009 World Figure Skating Champion.
Dubreuil and Lauzon
Marie-France Dubreuil and Patrice Lauzon won the Canadian national ice dancing title in 2000, 2004, 2005, 2006, and 2007.
Marie-France Dubreuil and Patrice Lauzon won the Canadian national ice dancing title in 2000, 2004, 2005, 2006, and 2007.
2010 Olympic Skating Preview
As the 2010 Winter Olympics approaches, there are certain figure skaters that ice skating fans should especially pay attention to. These skaters may become the 2010 Olympic Figure Skating Champions or medalists.
As the 2010 Winter Olympics approaches, there are certain figure skaters that ice skating fans should especially pay attention to. These skaters may become the 2010 Olympic Figure Skating Champions or medalists.
Skating Romances and Marriages
Figure skating seems to be a great place for romance. Several skaters have met at the rink and have had romances. This is a list of just some skating related romances and marriages.
Figure skating seems to be a great place for romance. Several skaters have met at the rink and have had romances. This is a list of just some skating related romances and marriages.
Ice to Rollers
Irene and David Diamond began skating in their early fifties. Because of lack of ice time, they tried artistic roller figure skating and continue to enjoy dance skating in their retirement years.
Irene and David Diamond began skating in their early fifties. Because of lack of ice time, they tried artistic roller figure skating and continue to enjoy dance skating in their retirement years.
Olympic Ice Skater Johnny Weir
Johnny Weir is the 2004, 2005 and 2006 U.S. National Men's Figure Skating Champion.
Johnny Weir is the 2004, 2005 and 2006 U.S. National Men's Figure Skating Champion.
2007 US Men's Figure Skating Champion Evan Lysacek Falls
2007 U.S. Men's Figure Skating Champion Evan Lysacek falls during the 2006 Winter Olympic Games in Turin, Italy.
2007 U.S. Men's Figure Skating Champion Evan Lysacek falls during the 2006 Winter Olympic Games in Turin, Italy.
Mondor Over the Boot Tights
Mondor over the boot figure skating tights are ice skating tights that include a built in skate boot cover.
Mondor over the boot figure skating tights are ice skating tights that include a built in skate boot cover.
Carol Heiss
Carol Heiss won the Olympics in 1960. She also won a silver medal in 1956. This profile gives some highlights of her figure skating career.
Carol Heiss won the Olympics in 1960. She also won a silver medal in 1956. This profile gives some highlights of her figure skating career.
A Little Blade Advice!
Ice skate technician, Geoff Hébert, has written an article called A Little Blade Advice! The goal of his article is help skaters understand all the different blade options that are available for figure skaters.
Ice skate technician, Geoff Hébert, has written an article called A Little Blade Advice! The goal of his article is help skaters understand all the different blade options that are available for figure skaters.
Dick Button
Dick Button has been a figure skating commentator since 1962. He is figure skating's best known television analyst. He is also an Olympic ice skating champion.
Dick Button has been a figure skating commentator since 1962. He is figure skating's best known television analyst. He is also an Olympic ice skating champion.
Oksana Domnina and Maxim Shabalin
This photo gallery shows some very funny figure photos of elite competitive ice skaters in some very "interesting" and amusing positions.
This photo gallery shows some very funny figure photos of elite competitive ice skaters in some very "interesting" and amusing positions.
Outdoor Ice Skating at Rockefeller Center
Ice skaters skate at the outdoor skating rink at Rockefeller Center in New York City.
Ice skaters skate at the outdoor skating rink at Rockefeller Center in New York City.
Figure Skating Judging System
There is a new judging system for figure skating, called the ISU Judging System, that was implemented shortly after the 2002 Olympics. There are several officials invloved with this new judging system. What each figure skating official does is explained in this article. Also, a short explanation of the new system of scoring is summarized.
There is a new judging system for figure skating, called the ISU Judging System, that was implemented shortly after the 2002 Olympics. There are several officials invloved with this new judging system. What each figure skating official does is explained in this article. Also, a short explanation of the new system of scoring is summarized.
Kurt Browning - World and Canadian Figure Skating Champion Kurt Browning
Canadian figure skating champion Kurt Browning won the world figure skating championships four times. In recent years he has been known for being a television media commentator for figure skating. Browning also holds the record for being the first male ice skater to land a quadruple jump in competition.
Canadian figure skating champion Kurt Browning won the world figure skating championships four times. In recent years he has been known for being a television media commentator for figure skating. Browning also holds the record for being the first male ice skater to land a quadruple jump in competition.
Ice Dancing Clothes - The 14 Step
This photo collection contains ice skating photos that may be of interest to those interested in figure skating.
This photo collection contains ice skating photos that may be of interest to those interested in figure skating.
Become a Skater
Do you want to get an idea of what's involved in becoming a figure skater? Before you begin to skate, there are things you should know.
Do you want to get an idea of what's involved in becoming a figure skater? Before you begin to skate, there are things you should know.
Actors Matt Dallas and Daphne Zuniga Skate With Santa Claus
Actors Matt Dallas and Daphne Zuniga skate with Santa Claus at the Rockefeller Center Ice Rink
Actors Matt Dallas and Daphne Zuniga skate with Santa Claus at the Rockefeller Center Ice Rink
Oksana Baiul
Oksana Baiul, from the Ukraine, won the 1994 Olympics in women's figure skating.
Oksana Baiul, from the Ukraine, won the 1994 Olympics in women's figure skating.
Cheer Factor Warm-Ups Review
The Cheer Factor company makes custom synchronized skating team warm up suits.
The Cheer Factor company makes custom synchronized skating team warm up suits.
Tonya and Nancy
Just before the 1994 Olympics, it was alleged that Tonya Harding might have been part of the conspiracy to hurt Nancy Kerrigan. The "Kerrigan Attack" increased the popularity of figure skating.
Just before the 1994 Olympics, it was alleged that Tonya Harding might have been part of the conspiracy to hurt Nancy Kerrigan. The "Kerrigan Attack" increased the popularity of figure skating.
Swizzles
Put your blades together with heels touching in a "V" position. On inside edges, push outward, then inward to make your toes touch. You should make the shape of a fish. You have now done a forward swizzle or scissors. Repeat by doing several in a row. Now try going backward. Reverse the process, starting with your toes together on inside edges, move outward, then inward so your heels touch again. As you make the move, make sure to bend your knees. This is a great exercise to get knees going.
Put your blades together with heels touching in a "V" position. On inside edges, push outward, then inward to make your toes touch. You should make the shape of a fish. You have now done a forward swizzle or scissors. Repeat by doing several in a row. Now try going backward. Reverse the process, starting with your toes together on inside edges, move outward, then inward so your heels touch again. As you make the move, make sure to bend your knees. This is a great exercise to get knees going.
Kelsi (Laura Doty) Celebrates a Wildcat Victory With the East High Cheerleaders
Disney's High School Musical: The Ice Tour was inspired by the Disney Channel Original Movie, "High School Musical," and "High School Musical 2." Three different tours travel throughout the United States and perform on ice. Shows also tour in Canada, Europe, and Mexico. This photo gallery highlights some of the highlights of the show.
Disney's High School Musical: The Ice Tour was inspired by the Disney Channel Original Movie, "High School Musical," and "High School Musical 2." Three different tours travel throughout the United States and perform on ice. Shows also tour in Canada, Europe, and Mexico. This photo gallery highlights some of the highlights of the show.
Become a Figure Skating Coach
Many individuals want to teach skating. This article addresses the qualifications needed to coach figure skating.
Many individuals want to teach skating. This article addresses the qualifications needed to coach figure skating.
Ice Capades
The Ice Capades was a traveling ice show similar to Ice Follies and Holiday on Ice. The show was shut down in 1995. In 2008, the Ice Capades figure skating show has been revived.
The Ice Capades was a traveling ice show similar to Ice Follies and Holiday on Ice. The show was shut down in 1995. In 2008, the Ice Capades figure skating show has been revived.
A Lesson on Forward Crossovers
There are different ways to get the right foot over the left foot. Most beginning skaters will want to place the right foot over the left, which is okay, but as a skater advances, it is better to place the right inside edge next to the other skate's left outside edge, and to then slide the left skate under the right.
There are different ways to get the right foot over the left foot. Most beginning skaters will want to place the right foot over the left, which is okay, but as a skater advances, it is better to place the right inside edge next to the other skate's left outside edge, and to then slide the left skate under the right.
Figure Skating Spins
This article lists some of the basic ice skating spins. Many of the spins advanced figure skaters do are variations of the basic figure skating spins listed in this article.
This article lists some of the basic ice skating spins. Many of the spins advanced figure skaters do are variations of the basic figure skating spins listed in this article.
Sasha Cohen - 2006 Olympic Figure Skating Silver Medalist
Some of the best figure skaters in the USA posed for portraits during the NBC/USOC Promotional Photo Shoot on May 12, 2009 at Smashbox Studios in Los Angeles, California.
Some of the best figure skaters in the USA posed for portraits during the NBC/USOC Promotional Photo Shoot on May 12, 2009 at Smashbox Studios in Los Angeles, California.
Kristi Yamaguchi, Tonya Harding, Nancy Kerrigan 1991 U.S. Nationals
This photo gallery includes photos of famous figure skaters.
This photo gallery includes photos of famous figure skaters.
Mia St. Clair Ice Skating Doll
2008's Limited Edition American Girl doll is an ice skater named Mia St. Clair. She lives in New York State and her brothers play hockey, but she has decided to pursue her figure skating dream.
2008's Limited Edition American Girl doll is an ice skater named Mia St. Clair. She lives in New York State and her brothers play hockey, but she has decided to pursue her figure skating dream.
Freestyle Practice List
Most young figure skaters have a difficult time figuring out what to practice during freestyle practice sessions. This is a recommended practice plan for an ice skater who is able to do "the basics" (forward and backward stroking, turns, stops, and crossovers). It is assumed that the figure skater can do some jumps and spins.
Most young figure skaters have a difficult time figuring out what to practice during freestyle practice sessions. This is a recommended practice plan for an ice skater who is able to do "the basics" (forward and backward stroking, turns, stops, and crossovers). It is assumed that the figure skater can do some jumps and spins.
Lesson on Forward Swizzles
Forward swizzles are done by beginning ice skaters. Swizzles help figure skaters learn how to use their knees and edges. Swizzles also help skaters learn to glide. This step-by-step tutorial will help new figure skaters master forward swizzles.
Forward swizzles are done by beginning ice skaters. Swizzles help figure skaters learn how to use their knees and edges. Swizzles also help skaters learn to glide. This step-by-step tutorial will help new figure skaters master forward swizzles.
University of Minnesota's Hockey Figure Skating Cheerleaders
University of Minnesota's hockey cheerleaders are figure skaters who are able to do figure skating moves and cheer at the same time. The skating they do while cheering is very difficult.
University of Minnesota's hockey cheerleaders are figure skaters who are able to do figure skating moves and cheer at the same time. The skating they do while cheering is very difficult.
Jackson Softec Figure Skates
Softec figure skates make it possible to skate for hours in a comfortable boot.
Softec figure skates make it possible to skate for hours in a comfortable boot.
Sonja Henie
Sonja Henie is considered a figure skating legend and is also considered the first ice skating celebrity. She won gold at three different Olympics and is known for bringing ballet to the ice.
Sonja Henie is considered a figure skating legend and is also considered the first ice skating celebrity. She won gold at three different Olympics and is known for bringing ballet to the ice.
Pair Skating
Pair Skating is a variation of free skating. Two skaters, a man and a woman, or a boy and girl, skate together.
Pair Skating is a variation of free skating. Two skaters, a man and a woman, or a boy and girl, skate together.
Salchow
A jump done from the back inside edge of one foot to the back outside edge of the other foot. A half revolution is done in the air.
A jump done from the back inside edge of one foot to the back outside edge of the other foot. A half revolution is done in the air.
Lynn-Holly Johnson, Scott Hamilton, and Tracie Hamilton
Actress Lynn Holly Johnson, who starred in the 1978 movie Ice Castles, poses with Olympic Figure Skating Champion, Scott Hamilton and wife Tracie.
Actress Lynn Holly Johnson, who starred in the 1978 movie Ice Castles, poses with Olympic Figure Skating Champion, Scott Hamilton and wife Tracie.
Joanne Carter - Australian Figure Skating Champion Falls
Falling is a part of figure skating and famous ice skaters do fall down. This photo collection shows elite figure skaters falling down on ice skates.
Falling is a part of figure skating and famous ice skaters do fall down. This photo collection shows elite figure skaters falling down on ice skates.
Pernelle Carron and Mathieu Jost of France
This photo gallery shows some very funny figure photos of elite competitive ice skaters in some very "interesting" and amusing positions.
This photo gallery shows some very funny figure photos of elite competitive ice skaters in some very "interesting" and amusing positions.
Olympic Ice Dance Champions Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean
Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean won gold in ice dancing at the 1984 Winter Olympics. They changed ice dancing and are considered figure skating legends.
Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean won gold in ice dancing at the 1984 Winter Olympics. They changed ice dancing and are considered figure skating legends.
Mao Asada - World and Japanese Figure Skating Champion
This photo gallery includes photos of famous figure skaters.
This photo gallery includes photos of famous figure skaters.
What Makes Skaters Spin Fast?
How do figure skaters spin fast? This short article addresses this question.
How do figure skaters spin fast? This short article addresses this question.
Swiss Figure Skating Champion Stephane Lambiel
Stephane Lambiel of Switzerland competed in the 2007 Grand Prix of Figure Skating.
Stephane Lambiel of Switzerland competed in the 2007 Grand Prix of Figure Skating.
Tonya Harding
Just before the 1994 Olympics, right after a practice session at the United States National Figure Skating Championships in Detroit, Michigan, Nancy Kerrigan was attacked and hit hard with a hard object on her knee. The accident made it impossible for her to compete and Tonya Harding won the Championship Ladies event. Shortly after that, it was discovered that Tonya Harding had been part of an alleged conspiracy to hurt Nancy. Tonya was banned from U.S. Figure Skating for life.
Just before the 1994 Olympics, right after a practice session at the United States National Figure Skating Championships in Detroit, Michigan, Nancy Kerrigan was attacked and hit hard with a hard object on her knee. The accident made it impossible for her to compete and Tonya Harding won the Championship Ladies event. Shortly after that, it was discovered that Tonya Harding had been part of an alleged conspiracy to hurt Nancy. Tonya was banned from U.S. Figure Skating for life.
Paramount Figure Skating Blades
This photo collection contains ice skating photos that may be of interest to those interested in figure skating.
This photo collection contains ice skating photos that may be of interest to those interested in figure skating.
Ice Dance or Pairs?
Ice dancing is ballroom dancing on the ice. In pair skating the man lifts the lady above his head and the pair does difficult acrobatic moves. Spins are done together in both disciplines, but in pair skating difficult solo jumps and spins are also done in unison. Ice dancers do intricate footwork sequences to music and must skate to a certain beat.
Ice dancing is ballroom dancing on the ice. In pair skating the man lifts the lady above his head and the pair does difficult acrobatic moves. Spins are done together in both disciplines, but in pair skating difficult solo jumps and spins are also done in unison. Ice dancers do intricate footwork sequences to music and must skate to a certain beat.
Tanith Belbin and Ben Agosto - Olympic Silver Medalists Ice Dancing
This photo gallery includes photos of famous figure skaters.
This photo gallery includes photos of famous figure skaters.
Pair Skaters Diana Rennik and Aleksei Saks of Estonian Fall During Cup of China
Pair Skaters Diana Rennik and Aleksei Saks of Estonian Fall During Cup of China 2004
Pair Skaters Diana Rennik and Aleksei Saks of Estonian Fall During Cup of China 2004
Elvis Stojko
Elvis Stojko won the Canadian figure skating title seven times. He also is a three-time world figure skating champion and a two-time Olympic figure skating silver medalist.
Elvis Stojko won the Canadian figure skating title seven times. He also is a three-time world figure skating champion and a two-time Olympic figure skating silver medalist.
Understand Ice Skating Tests
The figure skating test structure may be confusing to those new to ice skating. This article outlines and explains figure skating tests and levels.
The figure skating test structure may be confusing to those new to ice skating. This article outlines and explains figure skating tests and levels.
Brian Joubert - French Figure Skater and World Figure Skating Champion
This photo gallery includes photos of famous figure skaters.
This photo gallery includes photos of famous figure skaters.
Example of a Boy's Hair for Figure Skating
In addition to wearing proper ice skating clothes, a figure skater must make sure his or her hair looks nice. A nice hairstyle will make most figure skaters skate better. This photo gallery includes suggestions on how to wear hair for figure skating practice, competitions, and other ice skating events.
In addition to wearing proper ice skating clothes, a figure skater must make sure his or her hair looks nice. A nice hairstyle will make most figure skaters skate better. This photo gallery includes suggestions on how to wear hair for figure skating practice, competitions, and other ice skating events.
Profile on Sasha Cohen
Figure Skater Sasha Cohen won a Silver Medal in the 2006 Winter Olympics and she is the 2006 United States Figure Skating Ladies Champion. She is an elegant and beautiful skater. Her beautiful presentation makes her not only an athlete, but a celebrity.
Figure Skater Sasha Cohen won a Silver Medal in the 2006 Winter Olympics and she is the 2006 United States Figure Skating Ladies Champion. She is an elegant and beautiful skater. Her beautiful presentation makes her not only an athlete, but a celebrity.
Jessica Dube and Bryce Davison
This photo gallery includes photos of famous figure skaters.
This photo gallery includes photos of famous figure skaters.
Disney On Ice Video
In 2006, the Disney On Ice show featured skaters telling stories, while skating, of the best Disney princess stories. This video shows the finale of the live 2006 Disney on Ice show.
In 2006, the Disney On Ice show featured skaters telling stories, while skating, of the best Disney princess stories. This video shows the finale of the live 2006 Disney on Ice show.
Are You Too Old to Skate?
When is it too late to begin figure skating? If a skater begins skating as a teen or after he or she is eighteen years old, is it too late to become a serious competitive figure skater? Is it possible to learn double and triple jumps as a young adult?
When is it too late to begin figure skating? If a skater begins skating as a teen or after he or she is eighteen years old, is it too late to become a serious competitive figure skater? Is it possible to learn double and triple jumps as a young adult?
Olympic Figure Skating Jumps
This list will help spectators recognize the jumps done by Olympic figure skaters.
This list will help spectators recognize the jumps done by Olympic figure skaters.
Figure Skating Routine
You've worked hard on mastering a number of figure skating moves; now it’s time to set a program to music.
You've worked hard on mastering a number of figure skating moves; now it’s time to set a program to music.
High School Musical on Ice
The ideas from the Disney Channel Original Movie "High School Musical," and "High School Musical 2" are put into a professional ice show in Disney's High School Musical: The Ice Tour.
The ideas from the Disney Channel Original Movie "High School Musical," and "High School Musical 2" are put into a professional ice show in Disney's High School Musical: The Ice Tour.
Ice Dancing Clothes - The Hickory Hoedown
This photo collection contains ice skating photos that may be of interest to those interested in figure skating.
This photo collection contains ice skating photos that may be of interest to those interested in figure skating.
Ballet Class at the Colorado College Basic Skills Traing Camp
Each year, Honnen Ice Rink at Colorado College, in Colorado Springs, Colorado, holds a week-long figure skating training camp. This program is for skaters in the basic skills levels of skating and uses the curriculum from the U.S. Figure Skating Basic Skills Bridge Program. This article gives some highlights of the training camp that was held at Colorado College during Spring Break of 2007.
Each year, Honnen Ice Rink at Colorado College, in Colorado Springs, Colorado, holds a week-long figure skating training camp. This program is for skaters in the basic skills levels of skating and uses the curriculum from the U.S. Figure Skating Basic Skills Bridge Program. This article gives some highlights of the training camp that was held at Colorado College during Spring Break of 2007.
Ice Light Boot Gloves
Ice Light Boot Gloves are zippered gloves that cover ice skate boots and help keep feet warm.
Ice Light Boot Gloves are zippered gloves that cover ice skate boots and help keep feet warm.
Colorado Springs World Arena
Figure skaters from all over the the world come to Colorado Springs to train at the Colorado Springs World Arena. The facility is also the home of the Broadmoor Skating Club.
Figure skaters from all over the the world come to Colorado Springs to train at the Colorado Springs World Arena. The facility is also the home of the Broadmoor Skating Club.
ISI or US Figure Skating?
There are two different figure skating associations in the United States: Ice Skating Institute (ISI) and US Figure Skating (USFS). What are the differences?
There are two different figure skating associations in the United States: Ice Skating Institute (ISI) and US Figure Skating (USFS). What are the differences?
Axel
The takeoff of this jump is on a forward outside edge. After jumping forward from that forward edge, the skater makes 1½ revolutions in the air and lands on the other foot on a back outside edge.
The takeoff of this jump is on a forward outside edge. After jumping forward from that forward edge, the skater makes 1½ revolutions in the air and lands on the other foot on a back outside edge.
Grand Prix of Figure Skating
The Grand Prix of Figure Skating is a series of international ice skating competitions. Top elite figure skaters compete in singles, pairs, and ice dancing.
The Grand Prix of Figure Skating is a series of international ice skating competitions. Top elite figure skaters compete in singles, pairs, and ice dancing.
Little Children Can Ice Skate
Very young children can ice skate. Many ice arenas offer ice skating lessons for toddlers.
Very young children can ice skate. Many ice arenas offer ice skating lessons for toddlers.
Katarina Witt
Katarina Witt is the 1984 and 1988 Olympic Figure Skating Champion. She was known for being beautiful and athletic.
Katarina Witt is the 1984 and 1988 Olympic Figure Skating Champion. She was known for being beautiful and athletic.
Scott Hamilton
Scott Hamilton won the 1984 Olympics in figure skating.
Scott Hamilton won the 1984 Olympics in figure skating.
Torvill and Dean's Bolero
Olympic Ice Dance Champions Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean did a free dance performance at the 1984 Winter Olympics in Sarajevo that is remembered as a legendary performance. They skated to Maurice Ravel's Boléro and received nine perfect 6.0 scores. This video shows that legendary performance.
Olympic Ice Dance Champions Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean did a free dance performance at the 1984 Winter Olympics in Sarajevo that is remembered as a legendary performance. They skated to Maurice Ravel's Boléro and received nine perfect 6.0 scores. This video shows that legendary performance.
2006 Olympian Matt Savoie Falls
Falling is a part of figure skating and famous ice skaters do fall down. This photo collection shows elite figure skaters falling down on ice skates.
Falling is a part of figure skating and famous ice skaters do fall down. This photo collection shows elite figure skaters falling down on ice skates.
Jackson Freestyle Skates
The Jackson Freestyle boot and blade combination figure skate is a good choice for ice skaters who are beginning to master single jumps, double jumps, and most spins. The price is reasonable and the quality of the boot is a good choice for many figure skaters.
The Jackson Freestyle boot and blade combination figure skate is a good choice for ice skaters who are beginning to master single jumps, double jumps, and most spins. The price is reasonable and the quality of the boot is a good choice for many figure skaters.
Ice Follies
Shipstads and Johnson Ice Follies was a touring ice skating show that existed from 1936 to 1979.
Shipstads and Johnson Ice Follies was a touring ice skating show that existed from 1936 to 1979.