Skating: master the basic technique
The basic technique of skating is balance, the push-off and stopping.
You will need
- A place to practise
- A friend or coach to give you feedback
- A phone for filming
Steps
Knees bent
A low stance keeps your centre of gravity low and your balance good.
Push to the side
Glide
Curves
Snowplough stop
T-stop
Backwards
Practise regularly
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