Artistic roller skating is very similar to figure skating and incorporates many of the same moves such as jumps and spins. Although jumps and spins are performed in both disciplines, each discipline has maneuvers that are actually easier to perform for example, on ice the skates can grab an edge when needed to launch a jump, but with that said, many athletes agree that most of the maneuvers are easier to perform with roller skates.
Either type of skate, Quad or In-line can be used with the Artistic style of skating. Separate events are held and separate judging rules apply for each type of skate. Some of the Artistic Disciplines that have competitions are Figure, Single Free, Dance, Solo, Pairs and Precision types of skating.
In Figure Skating as on the ice, the skater must perform a routine of tracing circles, performing jumps and spins. The circle patterns are painted on the floor and can be serpentines, simple circles and/or circle eights requiring three turns. Advanced skaters would include more complex movements such as counters and rockers. The judging would include the tracing of circles, clean takeoffs, edges and correct placement of turns and of course the skaters form and posture.
The Dance discipline encompasses three forms, Compulsory, Original and Free. In the International arena, the Compulsory Dance has steps that must be performed and judged. The required dances include the Imperial Tango, 14 Step, Keats Foxtrot, and the Flirtation Waltz. The American type of Dance performed at the U. S. National level and below emphasizes keeping the upper body upright and free from movement while performing the Glide Waltz, Progressive Tango, and City Blues.
When performing an Original Dance, one must choose two rhythms from a set of authorized rhythms to use as the basis for the performance. The Free dance is similar to what is performed on the ice free dance but Free dance roller skating has some different rules or should we say rule changes. In free dance, spins that are uncommon on ice are emphasized and some of the spins would be impossible to perform on ice. The Jumps are single, double, triple, and even quadruple. In competition lengthy multi-jump combinations are emphasized.
The roller free type of skating is sometimes perceived as being harder than skating on ice due to the heavier skates. However, because of the lower cost of roller skates, a greater number of lower income families and even other countries are able to become involved. Two countries that come to mind, Argentina and Brazil, expect to see some form of artistic roller skating represented in the 2016 Summer Olympics. One of the disciplines being reviewed for Olympic eligibility is Precision Skating. This discipline is becoming very large and is fast growing. Adult competitions usually have teams of 12 to 24 people all skating on the floor constantly moving and flowing together at high speeds. The International Synchronized competitions are scored in Technical and Artistic Impression.
With all types of Sports it is important to have the right equipment to be able to perform at the highest levels. In Artistic Skating this would require knowledge of the proper type of skates, Sole Plates, boots, and even wheels, yes, the size and shapes vary and really matter.
A commercial that recently aired comes to mind that demonstrates some of the fine points of Artistic Roller Skating. This commercial demonstrates age doesn't matter and skating is popular for any and all age groups. Check out the U-tube video called "Evian Roller Babies", performing basic artistic skating, different jumps, and precision as well as slalom maneuvers. I think you will enjoy it.
Roller Skating is a sport where one can learn to be Artistic. Artistic Roller Skating is something that holds a special beauty. Many Ice Skaters start out with Roller Skates when first learning the Artistic Skating Discipline. [http://www.rollerskatesandmore.com/home.html]
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Either type of skate, Quad or In-line can be used with the Artistic style of skating. Separate events are held and separate judging rules apply for each type of skate. Some of the Artistic Disciplines that have competitions are Figure, Single Free, Dance, Solo, Pairs and Precision types of skating.
In Figure Skating as on the ice, the skater must perform a routine of tracing circles, performing jumps and spins. The circle patterns are painted on the floor and can be serpentines, simple circles and/or circle eights requiring three turns. Advanced skaters would include more complex movements such as counters and rockers. The judging would include the tracing of circles, clean takeoffs, edges and correct placement of turns and of course the skaters form and posture.
The Dance discipline encompasses three forms, Compulsory, Original and Free. In the International arena, the Compulsory Dance has steps that must be performed and judged. The required dances include the Imperial Tango, 14 Step, Keats Foxtrot, and the Flirtation Waltz. The American type of Dance performed at the U. S. National level and below emphasizes keeping the upper body upright and free from movement while performing the Glide Waltz, Progressive Tango, and City Blues.
When performing an Original Dance, one must choose two rhythms from a set of authorized rhythms to use as the basis for the performance. The Free dance is similar to what is performed on the ice free dance but Free dance roller skating has some different rules or should we say rule changes. In free dance, spins that are uncommon on ice are emphasized and some of the spins would be impossible to perform on ice. The Jumps are single, double, triple, and even quadruple. In competition lengthy multi-jump combinations are emphasized.
The roller free type of skating is sometimes perceived as being harder than skating on ice due to the heavier skates. However, because of the lower cost of roller skates, a greater number of lower income families and even other countries are able to become involved. Two countries that come to mind, Argentina and Brazil, expect to see some form of artistic roller skating represented in the 2016 Summer Olympics. One of the disciplines being reviewed for Olympic eligibility is Precision Skating. This discipline is becoming very large and is fast growing. Adult competitions usually have teams of 12 to 24 people all skating on the floor constantly moving and flowing together at high speeds. The International Synchronized competitions are scored in Technical and Artistic Impression.
With all types of Sports it is important to have the right equipment to be able to perform at the highest levels. In Artistic Skating this would require knowledge of the proper type of skates, Sole Plates, boots, and even wheels, yes, the size and shapes vary and really matter.
A commercial that recently aired comes to mind that demonstrates some of the fine points of Artistic Roller Skating. This commercial demonstrates age doesn't matter and skating is popular for any and all age groups. Check out the U-tube video called "Evian Roller Babies", performing basic artistic skating, different jumps, and precision as well as slalom maneuvers. I think you will enjoy it.
Roller Skating is a sport where one can learn to be Artistic. Artistic Roller Skating is something that holds a special beauty. Many Ice Skaters start out with Roller Skates when first learning the Artistic Skating Discipline. [http://www.rollerskatesandmore.com/home.html]
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