Let’s Get Started Have you ever wondered about the skating programs you see on TV? I mean, really, how hard can it be? You skate around for about two minutes, learn some arm movements, spin, jump, and then you’re done, right? Well, not...
As the Paris Olympic Games draw to a close, it’s important to remember that not everyone who participates in sports dreams of Olympic gold. Each person is on their own journey, and U.S. Figure Skating is working to create diverse skating paths that...
If you’ve been watching the Paris Olympics or been on any social media platform, you’ve likely heard the name Stephen Nedoroscik, also known as the "Pommel Horse Guy.” Stephen is the athlete in glasses, who can solve a Rubik’s cube in under 10...
Welcome to the second part of our blog series on editing figure skating music. If you missed the first part, you can find it here. Richard Hollman, a figure skater and music editor/owner of Strigiform Productions, has uniquely combined his passions...
Music is such a large part of the sport of figure skating; it’s what brings a program alive and allows skaters to tell a story on the ice. It’s something that needs to resonate with the skater, the judging panel and the audience. Recently, I had...
No doubt about it, figure skating is an expensive sport. You've got equipment, ice time, lessons, and off-ice training to think about. And in this sport, more really is more, meaning the more time you spend on the ice and the more lessons you take,...
The Powerful Impact of Diversity in Figure Skating Figure skating is known for its grace, athleticism, and artistic flair. However, beneath the glittering surface, the sport has also faced criticism for its lack of diversity. Embracing diversity...
Welcome to a fresh twist on the classic 'What's in My Bag' post. While your list might change with the seasons or when you're heading to a competition, consider this a fun sanity check before your next trip to the rink. Whether you're a newbie or a...
Welcome to our new blog series, "Meet the Panel!" In this series, we introduce you to the members of the officials' panel who evaluate skaters at competitions. Our goal is to clarify their roles, highlight the collaborative scoring process, and...
Welcome to a new blog series, Meet the Panel! In this series, we’ll introduce you to the members of the officials' panel who evaluate skaters at competitions. Our goal is to clarify the official roles, highlight the collaborative scoring process,...