
Ice-Skating
Whether you’re an ice-skater or just a big fan of the sport, don’t overlook the Web for loads of ice-skating information. The Ice-Skating Web Guide points you to the best places to find ice-skating how-to videos, ice skates and ice-skating equipment, and professional ice-skating news.
Ice-Skating Basics
If you’re a beginning ice-skater, start off on the right foot with these ice-skating basics. Intermediate skaters can also enhance their ice-skating skills with the help of the Web.
Top Sites for Ice-Skating Basics
SkatingFitness.com offers some tips on ice-skating basics, such as how to stop, how to skate backwards and how to fall.
Figure Skating Journal has a glossary of ice-skating spins. Get started with the basics—pivots and two-foot spins—and move into more advanced moves.
Wonder How To has a list of how-to videos for beginner to very advanced ice-skaters, brought to you by instructors from around the world.
SkateWeb lists ice-skating clubs and rinks throughout the United States. Also find ice-skating rinks worldwide, grouped by geographic region.
Buying Ice Skates and Equipment
Buying ice skates and equipment is fast and easy with help from the Web. Use the sites below to find the perfect ice skates and ice skating apparel.
Top Sites for Buying Ice Skates and Equipment
Buzzillions.com has reviews and price comparisons of specific brands of ice skates, and links to online stores where the skates can be purchased.
USA Skates.com sells ice skates and hockey skates for men, women and children. Compare different ice skates and prices, and look for great deals in their clearance section.
DiscountSkateWear.com has an array of ice skates and ice-skating dresses for leisure and competition offered at a discount price.
Skatebuys offers ice-skating attire for men, women and children, as well as figure skates, hockey skates and equipment.
Ice-Skating News
Get the latest ice-skating news, including the results of ice-skating competitions and information on professional and Olympic ice-skaters.
Insights for Ice-Skating News
- Blogs can be a good source of ice-skating news. Try Axels, Loops, and Spins to read about the sport, competitions and individual ice-skaters.
- For a complete schedule of upcoming ice-skating competitions that are televised, visit Ice Network for dates, times and network info.
Top Sites for Ice-Skating News
ESPN has a “Figure Skating News Wire” with the most recent updates of professional figure-skating stories.
Golden Skate is an extensive online resource for ice-skating news. Look for articles, information on upcoming events and results of ice-skating competitions.
FanIQ is a fan site and news source in one. Read figure skating news, watch videos or engage in fan conversations.
Stars on Ice is one of the most popular ice-skating shows. Learn about upcoming events, read news about the ice-skaters or join the fan club.