| Description |
xiv, 225 pages : illustrations ; 29 cm |
| Note |
Includes index. |
| Contents |
Foreword -- Preface -- Acknowledgments -- Introduction: the sport of beauty and athleticism -- Essentials -- Skating disciplines -- Skates and apparel -- Skating fitness -- Techniques -- Basics: from stops to crossovers -- Freestyle moves -- Turns and footwork -- Spins -- Jumps -- Pairs -- Performances -- Program elements and choreography -- Scoring, judges, and performance evaluation -- Appendix: Code of ethics for coaches -- Glossary -- Index -- About the professional skaters association -- About the author. |
| Summary |
The Complete Book of Figure Skating provides proven technique instruction for more than 100 skills, presented progressively from beginning to advanced levels of expertise. It also contains special training tips & teaching exercises to help skaters understand & master correct technique, plus information on creating & refining programs, including tips on music, choreography, & what judges look for in a program. This book will serve as an essential text for skaters who want to learn, review, & master techniques. The book is also a valuable tool for developing more effective practice sessions & improving competitive performance. Annotation. The executive director of the Professional Skaters Association (PSA) provides proven technique instruction for more than 100 skills, presenting them progressively from beginning to advanced levels of expertise. 170 photos. |
| Subject |
Figure skating.
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| ISBN |
0736035486 |
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9780736035484 |
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