Fun Recipes and Crafts to Celebrate the Winter Olympics!

Fun Recipes and Crafts to Celebrate the Winter...

Are you feeling Olympic fever yet?  The 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina, Italy, kicks off Feb. 6, with an opening...

Set SMART Skating Goals

Set SMART Skating Goals

  by Stephanie Siclari As ice skaters, we are often so eager to accomplish the next skill, pass the next...

The Small Stuff Matters! (Spot the Difference Activity)

The Small Stuff Matters! (Spot the Difference Activity)

A good skater pays attention to the little details when perfecting a skill. Check out this fun activity that will...

Interpretive Skating

Interpretive Skating

NOTE: Interpretive is a discounted event for all 2026 ISI National competitions. This means that a skater who is already...

Building an Effective Off-Ice Strength & Conditioning Plan

Building an Effective Off-Ice Strength & Conditioning Plan

by Ethan Burgess Your body is a complex machine that needs a variety of different training methods to perform at...

Make Your Own Mini Rink!

Make Your Own Mini Rink!

This adorable ice rink is a fun toy to take while traveling, especially on long car rides. It’s super easy and...

Empower Your Child Through Conversation

Empower Your Child Through Conversation

by Jim Thompson Question: What does a child need least when he or she returns home from the physically and...

Raising a Healthy Skater: Tips for Parents

Raising a Healthy Skater: Tips for Parents

Parenting has never been an easy job. We've all seen extremes of over- or under-parenting, both of which are not...

Boot Basics 101

Boot Basics 101

To enjoy your favorite sport, you need the right equipment. For figure skaters, the most important piece of equipment is...

4 Benefits of Resistance Band Training for Figure Skaters

4 Benefits of Resistance Band Training for Figure...

Figure skating requires great strength, balance, mobility and flexibility. Many skaters will spend several hours weekly working off the ice...

ISI National Event Checklist

ISI National Event Checklist

ISI National Event Checklist At least 3 months before event: Visit the ISI website (skateisi.org) to get event details. Pass...

What Every Skating Parent Needs to Know

What Every Skating Parent Needs to Know

What are the lifelong benefits of learning how to ice skate, and is it worth the cost, time and energy?...