Ice skating is a winter activity suitable for all ages. This game is a fun way to spend a winter afternoon! Imagine the fun of sliding on the ice, doing cool loops and triple toe loop tricks (if you're good at it, of course). This activity is filled with fun and can stimulate adrenaline. As a beginner, you might be in a bit of a hurry, but it's best to learn how to go ice skating slowly. With a little patience and basic skills, you should be able to enjoy ice skating and repeat it later on.
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Method 1 of 3: Choosing the Right Clothes
Step 1. Wear the right clothes
You don't necessarily need to buy a leotard, but there are a few things to keep in mind when ice skating for the first time. Wear clothes that are easy to move around, such as loose-fitting T-shirts and pants.
Don't wear jeans. The jeans will get damp when you fall on the ice
Step 2. Choose warm clothes
Ice must be cold, as you might imagine. So, don't forget to wear warm clothes, such as gloves, hats, scarves, and light jackets.
Remember, you will be moving a lot. Choose a jacket that is warm, but light. In addition, jackets hanging down are very dangerous
Step 3. Put on socks or stockings
Keep your feet warm by wearing thick socks or stockings. Do not wear socks made of cotton because the material does not absorb fluids well. This material is also too thick, so there is a risk of blisters on your feet.
Wool socks are better. This material can stretch up to the calf so it doesn't drop when used skating
Step 4. Choose the right shoes
Ask the arena attendant to give you two shoe sizes to try on. One shoe is the same size as yours, while the other is a number larger. Try on both pairs of shoes to feel the fit. Loose shoes do not support the ankle well. Shoes should feel snug, but not too tight on your feet and causing your toes to feel numb.
Tie the shoes tightly. You have to tie the knot tightly so it doesn't come loose while skating. You can even tuck the ends of the laces into your shoes for added safety
Method 2 of 3: Learning How to Keep Yourself Safe
Step 1. Learn from a coach
This is the best way to learn the basics of ice skating. Most rink attendants offer beginner ice-surfing classes for all ages. Ask as many questions as you can and interact to make the most of the class.
Invite your friends. Even if they are already proficient, bringing friends will make your activity more enjoyable
Step 2. Practice walking
Put on your shoes, then practice your balance by walking on the carpet around the arena. If the shoes on loan in the area offer blade guards, wear them to protect the shoes. You may not be able to stand straight up straight away. So, try to bend your knees slightly and direct your weight to the soles of the front feet.
Never walk on ice skates on concrete floors. You will be in a lot of pain when you fall and the blade of the shoe knife can be damaged
Step 3. Practice falling safely
Falls are a natural part of exercising and can happen several times. Even the greatest ice skater must have fallen. By learning how to fall safely, you can reduce your risk of serious injury. While in a carpeted area, bend your knees and squat down. Slowly lower your body back and fall with your buttocks first. Keep the chin area tilted toward the chest. This will keep your head from jerking and hitting the cold, hard floor.
- Don't use your hands to hold yourself back when you fall. While on the surface of the ice, other players may pass and run over your fingers. You can also get a wrist injury.
- Keep your arms at your sides or in front of you.
- Practice this technique several times before playing on the ice.
Step 4. Practice getting up
Roll over on your arms and knees. Place one leg under you and between your hands. Position the other leg in front and slowly push up. When you are upright, bend your knees slightly to balance your body.
- It is very important to master this technique before playing on ice. While on the ice, don't ask someone else to help you up. You could lose your balance and pull it down with you.
- Try to get up as soon as possible as the ice is very cold and can make you uncomfortable.
Method 3 of 3: Playing on Ice
Step 1. Check the thickness of the ice
When skating outdoors, you should always check the thickness of the ice above the pond/lake. You can do this by contacting the park manager. Ice with a thickness of 10 cm is the minimum recommendation for this activity.
After conducting the inspection, ask the manager to clean up trash such as tree branches that fall onto the ice. You have to make sure the area is clean
Step 2. Enter the arena door
Never jump over the barrier to enter the ice rink. Other ice skaters may not see you. This can hurt yourself and others.
As you enter, pay attention to which way the other person is moving and move in the same direction
Step 3. Keep your position close to the wall
Walk on the outskirts of the arena. You can hold on to the wall if needed until you can balance on the ice. Keep calm and don't be in a hurry to slide in the arena.
While building your confidence, move away from the wall slowly, but not too far. Keep your arms at your sides for balance
Step 4. Try gliding
Adjust so that your feet are shoulder-width apart and your knees slightly bent down. Make sure your chin is parallel to the ice. Point your legs straight in front of you, then bend your right leg slightly until it forms a 45-degree angle. This foot will be the pusher. Keep your weight in the middle and on top of the shoe. When you're ready, bend your left knee a little deeper and push your body with your right leg.
Hold that position to slide
Step 5. Practice stopping
Try to stop with both feet the first time you learn. To do this, tilt your knee inward, then press the outside of the blade of the shoe knife. The position of the fingers of both feet will be facing each other. The snow will splash a little if you do it right. Don't press so hard that the shoe gets stuck in the ice. Applying a little pressure is enough to slow down and bring you to a stop.
- When practicing, pay attention to your posture and don't lean forward.
- Try to master these techniques before practicing more difficult skills.
Step 6. Keep practicing
Most people won't be good at ice skating the first time they try it. So, keep practicing so you can improve your skills. Practice your balance and master the basics of this game. Watch others who are more proficient to hone their own skills.
