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How was figure skating first played?
The sport figure skating was first played in 1772. A Treatise on Skating (1772) by Englishman Robert Jones, is the first known account of figure skating.
How is figure skating run?
In competition figure skating there is a judging system called IJS, also known as the International Judging System.
What major sport was sonja henie known for?
Figure skating
How did figure skating start?
While people have been ice skating for centuries, figure skating in its current form originated in the mid-19th century by Englishman Robert Jones, the first known account of figure skating. Competitions were then held in the "English style" of skating, which was stiff and formal and bears little resemblance to modern figure skating. American skater Jackson Haines considered the "father of modern figure skating", introduced a new style of skating in the mid-1860s. This style, which incorporated free and expressive techniques, became known as the "international style." Although popular in Europe, Haines' style of skating was not widely adopted in the United States until long after his death.
Where can one train for figure skating and how long is the training for figure skating?
You can train for figure skating at your town/city's arena. Training for figure Skating can vary. You need to learn the basics of the sport, the jumps and spins, and the stuff inbetween also known as foot work. Every skater is different. It may take longer for someone to land a simple axel jump than for another.
What sport has a triple axis?
The sport of figure skating has a jump known as a triple axel, not a triple axis.
What does Russia specialize in?
There are various things that the country Russia specializes in. For example, they are very well known for their vodka, which is sold worldwide.
Who is well known in figure skating?
The father of modern roller skating James L. Plimpton, frustrated by the roller skates available, invented a new type of roller skate that would revolutionize the sport.
When was figure skating discovered?
Figure skating has been around for a LONG time. The exact time and process by which humans first learned to ice skate is not known, though archaeologists believe the activity was widespread. The convenience and efficiency of ice skating to cross large, icy areas is shown in archaeological evidence by the finding of primitive animal bone ice skates in places such as Russia, Scandinavia, Great Britain, Germany, and Switzerland.Hope that helped! :)
What is Harding known for?
Tonya Harding is known for being an American figure skating champion, a two time olympian, and a two time skate America champion, and the first women to complete a triple axel jump in a competition.
What is Tonya known for?
Tonya Harding is known for being an American figure skating champion, a two time olympian, and a two time skate America champion, and the first women to complete a triple axel jump in a competition.
What women was the only US athlete to win a Gold Medal in the 1968 Winter Olympics?
At Grenoble, France Peggy Fleming won the Women's figure skating gold.
