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STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTION

ON CALL SUPPORT

FLEXAFIT CURRICULUM

For Parents

We know getting started in this sport can be daunting. Here are the top three things you need to do before signing your child up for lessons

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Check the coach

Look for a coach with proper credentials, a positive approach, and a track record of safe, effective instruction.

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Look for a Club

Choose a well-structured, welcoming club that prioritizes safety, fundamentals, and proper development.

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Connect with others

Talk to other parents and skaters to gain insights, feel supported, and understand the community culture.

Off-Ice Training Guidelines by Age

Kid skaters (5-8 years)

  • Recommended off ice training 1-2, 30 min sessions per week
  • Skaters start to learn proper warm-up and cool-down exercises and focus on physical literacy

Youth skaters (9-12 years )

  • Recommended off ice training 3-4, 30-45 min sessions per week
  • Off ice training should incorporate: warm-up, strength & conditioning, off-ice jumps, ballet/dance, flexibility, and cool-down

Adult skaters

  • Recommended off ice training 3-4, 30-45 min sessions per week
  • Skaters learn proper warm-up and cool-down exercises and focus on injury prevention, building a solid understanding of alignment, hip/core strength, and learning progressions for all six jumps

Competitive skaters of any age

  • Recommended off ice training 5-6 days per week
  • At this time skaters should focus solely on figure skating specific training

The Path To Success

1 - Set Realistic Goals

Both short and long tern, you are always building upon your last efforts

2 - Create a Plan

Create a plan to achieve your goals, in small, incremental steps

3 - Balance training

Balance your on ice training with off ice training to support your development and prevent injury

SUCCESS!!

Enjoy the journey and celebrate your achievements!

5 - Re-assess periodically

Reassess your goals periodically to ensure you are on track and to determine if adjustments are needed

4 - Seek Additional Help

Use FLEXAFIT Edge, Individualized Coaching, and online classes to help you progress faster and achieve your goals

4 - Seek Additional Help

Use FLEXAFIT Edge, Individualized Coaching, and online classes to help you progress faster and achieve your goals

5 - Re-assess periodically

Reassess your goals periodically to ensure you are on track and to determine if adjustments are needed

SUCCESS!!

Enjoy the journey and celebrate your achievements!

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How Different Systems Match Up

Levels FLEXAFIT USA Levels Canada Levels
Beginner Learning to Skate Learn to Skate CanSkate
Foundational Single Jumps Excel Track: Beginner,
Pre-preliminary
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Qualifying Track: Pre-preliminary, Preliminary
Star 1 - 4
Advanced Double Jumps Excel: Pre-Juvenile, Juvenile, Intermediate, Novice
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Competitive: Pre-Juvenile, Juvenile, Intermediate, Novice
Star Skater 5 - 10
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Competitive Track: Juvenile to Pre-Novice
Elite Double Axel & Triples Excel: Junior & Senior
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Qualifying: Junior & Senior/td>
Star Skate: Gold
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Competitive Track: Novice to Seniorอก

FAQ

The FLEXAFIT® Certification offers specialist instruction on the FLEXAFIT® methodology through online practical and theory training.

What is FLEXAFIT?

FLEXAFIT is a figure skating-specific fitness system developed by Signe Ronka, designed to improve skaters’ strength, flexibility, mobility, balance, and injury prevention through structured off-ice training.

FLEXAFIT offers programs for skaters of all levels—from beginners to elite competitors—as well as for coaches and adult skaters looking to improve their fitness and technique.

We offer:

  • Personal training (in-person and online)
  • Weekly online group classes
  • Skater-specific strength, mobility, flexibility, and jump technique programs
  • Seasonal workshops and seminars