BASIC SKILLS
where it is known as Ballet on Ice. It combines the grace of fi gure skating with the excitement of theater and dance. Teams consist of between eight and 30 skaters. Solo skating is discouraged, but is permitted in limited amounts if it enhances the overall telling of the program’s story. T e pro- grams are judged by regular U.S. Figure Skating judges and are evaluated on technical merit and presentation with emphasis on originality, cos- tuming, artistry and musicality. T e purpose of the TOI Basic Skills curriculum is to introduce skaters to TOI at a beginner level.
Hockey Sit down with your hockey director and
An instructor shows a youth hockey player the proper stopping technique.
qualifying structure. In this class, skills such as circles, lines, blocks, wheels and holds are taught in group lessons. To compete, a team must be composed of eight to 16 skaters. Incorporating this curriculum can start your synchronized skat- ing program and get Basic Skills skaters excited about being part of a team.
T eatre On Ice
T eatre On Ice (TOI) is a form of com- petitive fi gure skating that is popular in Europe,
discuss the benefi ts of the Hockey 1‒4 curricu- lum and power skating classes. By collaborating with local hockey associations, several additional classes can be created and incorporated into your Basic Skills curriculum. Consider adding a learn- to-skate American Developmental Model class in conjunction with your programs to attract new players, help teach them proper fundamentals and encourage them to continue developing their skills with the Hockey 2-4 badges.
How to Teach If you have several high-level, high school-
aged skaters interested in teaching Basic Skills, you may wish to incorporate a “How to Teach”
course. Students will fi rst observe and then teach group and private lessons to all ages and levels. By the end of a two-month period, students will feel prepared and ready to teach any age and skating level in a class situation. T e goal is to introduce students to the joy of teaching skating.
Learn to Compete “Learn to Compete” classes give interested
skaters the opportunity to compete at annu- al local competitions. T e program is designed for Snowplow Sam through Adult level skat- ers and provides a terrifi c opportunity to teach parents about the competitive aspects of skating while encouraging club membership and private coaching. T e class educates parents on topics such as what local clubs off er, how to register for competitions, what to wear, private coaching and how to purchase skates. All of these classes are great options for
directors to incorporate into their curriculum. Whether you choose one or more classes, you can take your existing Basic Skills program and create a well-rounded menu of choices for your clientele. For more information about these speciality
programs, contact U.S. Figure Skating’s Basic Skills Manager Erin Schopf at eschopf@usfi
gureskating.org.
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