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Ice Skating What to wear for figure skating
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How to dress for figure skating practice
Dressing properly helps figure skaters
perform better. It is important to look nice and neat when your child
steps into the rink for skating practice. Form fitting clothes that
stretch are best because they will not hinder movement. The instructor
needs to see the skater's body alignment. This allows them to give
proper feedback to the skater to help improve their technique. In
addition, loose clothing could cause injury if something gets caught on
the skate.
Girls should wear skating dresses and
figure skating tights for practice. It is impo Boys should wear figure skating pants and a neat, plain-colored, shirt. A nice sweater can be worn for practice to keep warm. Plain color gloves or mittens are also recommended. Boys skating boots should be black. Most boys' hair is short enough that little has to be done to change their hair for figure skating. A good rule of thumb is to cut a boy's hair often, especially before figure skating competitions. Most figure skating judges like short hair.
How to dress for figure skating
competition? Girls should wear a beautiful skating dress that is beautiful and that makes your child shine and dazzle. Boots should be polished or over-the-boot tights can be worn. Make sure tights are beige and are new. Your daughter's hair should be put up or pulled back and curled. Decorative ribbons or clips can be worn, and hair can be sprayed. If your coach allows a sweater and gloves for warm-up, make sure they match your child’s outfit. Wearing make-up is also important Boys should wear skating pants and a shirt; the shirt can be decorated especially for competition. Boots should be polished or over-the-boot tights can be worn. Boys’ hair should be neat. Where to purchase figure skating clothing? Figure skating dresses can range in cost from about $100- $300 and many people spend more than that depending upon how much beading is done on the dress. Boys shirts will cost approximately $100 and pants will run on the average around $90. You will find clothing for competitions at local skate shops, or if you plan to purchase a custom made then you can often find referrals at your local skating rink. There are usually two or three known dressmakers who can easily put together a figure skating outfit that fits well. This will assure you that you are using a knowledgeable, dependable dressmaker. In addition,
skating rink pro shops often sell figure skating outfits and dresses.
The Internet is a
great source where many companies as well as custom dressmakers
advertise If a dress is advertised as "new" always check to make sure the manufacture (paper) hang tags are attached to the garment. In addition, check the inside label to make sure it is crispy, white with no break down to it. Avoid dresses with the inside tag removed or manufacture tag missing. These are signs that the dress has been worn and/or washed and may not be new. Purchasing a second hand figure skating dresses... There is always the alternative of buying a second hand figure skating dress which will be half the price of a new one. The first thing that you want to look for is a dress with a lining. Lined dresses will not stretch out of shape, are warmer and give more support. In addition, seamstresses that line their dresses take the time and materials to make sure the dress is made correctly. If the dress has crystals make sure they are Swarovski crystals. If sequins are used make sure they are anchored individually to prevent them from falling off if you break a thread. Remember buyer beware so be sure to check for stains, rips, pilling, crooked sewing, and worn marks. Check for a 4 way stretch not a 2 way stretch and be sure the seams do not pucker or stick out. The best places to
find second hand skating dresses are listed below:
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