When it comes to making Olympic ice, Minnesotans know what they’re doing
GANGNEUNG, South Korea — Joe Meierhofer arrived in Korea in early January to make ice. Not just any ice, but Olympic ice, which in his words must be "perfect ice."…
Ask the Skating Pro: What is the Difference Between a Mohawk and a Choctaw?
Ask the Figure Skating Professional Q. What is the difference between a Mohawk and a Choctaw? A. When doing a Mohawk you remain on the same edge after the change…
5 Ways to Make Better Ice Skating Progress this Season
by Marta Nilsen, PSA Master-rated coach Do you have goals for this upcoming figure skating season? Here are five steps for improving your figure skating and making better progress during…
A New Perspective on Local Ice Skating Show
By Marta Nilsen Local Christmas Ice Shows took on new meaning last week. Typically during the past 12 years, a Christmas Show for me meant long hours in the cold…
2nd Annual Cyber Ice Skating Sale has begun
Tarpon Springs, FL / November 28, 2011 -- The 2nd annual Cyber Ice Skating Sale began this week at and runs for seven days, ending on Saturday, December 3rd. The Cyber…
Sports Ethics
by Susan L. Ward Ethics is a complex philosophical subject because it involves the study of morality and human values. Defining values in terms of sports participation is a difficult…
Ice Skating Books & DVDs
Check out a complete list of ice skating-related books, dvds and more in our Associates Store. Also, don't miss our recommended movie "Soul Surfer," available in DVD or Blue Ray.…
PR: Regional Skating & Dance Talent can audition to Join the Stars in Wooster, Ohio
News - Parker Pennington, National Champion at 4 different levels, will be bringing some of his talented friends to Wooster, Ohio for a figure skating and dance show spectacular. Parker,…
Summer and the Closing of an Ice Rink
By Katherine Ruch I would be the first to admit that I have a love hate relationship with ice skating. It really seems to depend on the time of year.…
Figure Skater Joannie Rochette – Olympic Courage Despite Tragic Loss
by Phyllis Goldberg, PHD Just hours after learning that her mother had died of a sudden massive heart attack, Canadian figure skater Joannie Rochette was back on the ice. One…