Athlete Centered Skating

Understanding the International Judging System (IJS)

Understanding the International Judging System (IJS)

Beginning in 2004 the International Judging System (IJS) replaced the old 6.0 scoring system that had been used in figure skating for decades. This happened in part as reaction to a judging scandal in the pairs event at the 2002 Olympic games in Salt Lake City....
New England Competition Timeline

New England Competition Timeline

A quick note on competitions At Athlete Centered Skating we view competition as an important developmental tool.  As much as we love to see our skaters take home medals and have competitive success, we first and foremost emphasize the more important aspects of...
Contracting Ice: The Benefits and Commitments

Contracting Ice: The Benefits and Commitments

You want to contract ice at the club but are not sure if it’s right for you.  Let’s go over exactly what contracting is, what advantages it provides us, as well as who contracting may be best for. Contracting ice is a written agreement between the skater and the club...