Pre-Free Skate (combination of Basic 7 and 8) - FI3170

Each free skate level is comprised of a variety of progressive skating skills, transitions, spins and jumps — all of which build on the previous skill, providing skaters a strong foundation of all elements. These levels will be taught in a positive and interactive group format such as a bridge program, circuit classes or as an introductory training program. Instructors will focus on quality and mastery of skills.

Skating Skills:
A. Forward inside open mohawk from a standstill position (R to L and L to R)
B. Backward crossovers to a backward outside edge glides (landing position), clockwise and counterclockwise
C. Backward outside edge to a forward outside edge transition, clockwise and counterclockwise
D. Two forward crossovers into a forward inside mohawk, step down and cross behind, step into one backward crossover and step to a forward inside edge, clockwise and counterclockwise

Spins:
E. One-foot upright spin, optional entry and free-foot position (minimum three revolutions)

Jumps:
F. Mazurka (R and L)
G. Waltz jump

«Bonus Skill: Backward inside pivots, clockwise and counterclockwise