Ice Skating

Having a brand new pair of skates can seem like a wonderful idea but what most people don't realize is that these new skates need to be broken in before they will be comfortable. Breaking in the...

I used to skate for a living as a teen and when people used to ask me to do tricks, an easy way to impress them is to simply skate sideways. This requires relatively little training compared to...

If you're lucky enough to live near an outdoor ice skating rink this winter, or if you just want to have your own skates for skating at an indoor rink, here are a few skate selection tips that...

Ice skates can be a big investment, and choosing the wrong ice skates can not only be a waster of money, it can cause painful blisters and possible long-term damage to your feet. These tips will...

Once you are comfortable ice skating, you can try some fancy moves like swizzles. Swizzles combine leg lifting with forward stroking as you move across the ice. Follow these tips to do forward...

Broomball is a game in which the players use a broom-like stick to power a ball into the opponent's goal. The game is played on ice with regular shoes. Spikes are not allowed and the shoes should...

Fitting ice skates is quite different than fitting everyday shoes. Because of their use, ice skates must be durable and stable yet flexible. You can order ice skates online or via catalog if you...

Learning to ice skate can be tricky at first, but keep at it. You will get better each time you get out on the ice. Here are a few tips to get you going.