by Sean | Sep 12, 2018 | Information
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....
by Sean | Sep 12, 2018 | Information
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...
by Garrett | Sep 12, 2018 | Information
Most families are unfamiliar with figure skating – how much training one needs to partake at a young age, what the competitive expectations are, the purpose of the testing system, and what the end game looks like. This blog offers a glimpse into several basic stages...
by Sean | Sep 12, 2018 | Information
In the previous blog we discussed some myths regarding purchasing new skates. This blog asks and answers some common questions about purchasing and maintaining figure skates. How do I find the right person to help me purchase skates? We always recommend you have...
by Sean | Sep 12, 2018 | Information
Whether this is your first time buying skates from a reputable dealer, or you’ve been purchasing skates for years, this blog walks you through the process of finding the right skate for your son or daughter. Skates are an important part of a skater’s...
