Enhance your on-ice performance with these expert tutorials by Signe Ronka. Each tutorial is designed to help you perfect your technique and build confidence in your jumps.
On-Ice Tutorials by Signe Ronka
On-Ice Waltz Jump Tutorial
Signe Ronka guides you through the on-ice waltz jump, emphasizing proper entry, takeoff, and landing techniques.
On-Ice Salchow Tutorial
Learn the key elements of the salchow jump with Signe, focusing on the necessary edge control and body alignment.
On-Ice Toe Loop Tutorial
Signe breaks down the toe loop into manageable steps, helping you master this fundamental jump with precision.
On-Ice Loop Jump Tutorial
Perfect your loop jump with Signe’s detailed instructions, covering everything from the setup to the landing.
On-Ice Flip Jump Tutorial
Signe’s tutorial on the flip jump includes tips for maintaining balance and achieving height.
On-Ice Lutz Jump Tutorial
Master the challenging lutz jump with Signe’s expert guidance, focusing on proper edge use and body position.
Off-Ice Tutorials
These off-ice tutorials are perfect for building the muscle memory and strength needed for on-ice success.
Off-Ice Waltz Jump Tutorial
In this video, we demonstrate how to walk through a waltz/axel jump in seven distinct phases. Throughout the tutorial, we provide key corrections and cues to ensure you practice with good technique. This is a clockwise rotation demonstration, so if you jump to the left (counter-clockwise), make sure to perform this on the opposite feet.
Key Points:
- Detailed breakdown of each phase
- Emphasis on correct technique
- Adjustments for counter-clockwise jumpers
Off-Ice Salchow Tutorial
We take you through the steps of an off-ice salchow in this tutorial. Return to this video as often as needed to create the muscle memory that will support your on-ice salchow.
Key Points:
- Step-by-step practice
- Building muscle memory
- Focus on consistency
Off-Ice Toe Loop Tutorial
In this tutorial, we break down the toe loop into distinct steps, from entry to landing. Practicing each of these steps will help create the muscle memory you need to perform the toe loop on the ice at full speed.
Key Points:
- Detailed breakdown from entry to landing
- Building muscle memory
- Techniques for full-speed execution
Off-Ice Loop Jump Tutorial
This video is perfect for practicing your loop jump off the ice. Trainers break down the entire jump from entry, take-off, to landing steps, showing you how to practice the loop jump with solid technique. This video is also beneficial for practicing in-air axis alignment.
Key Points:
- Comprehensive breakdown of the loop jump
- Focus on solid technique
- Tips for in-air axis alignment
Off-Ice Flip Tutorial
Use this video to learn and practice your off-ice flip jump. The demonstration focuses on the flip from an outside three-turn entry, but you can also practice a different entry, such as a c-cut. Take your time going through this video to ensure each position is strong before attempting the full off-ice flip jump.
Key Points:
- Instruction for outside three-turn entry
- Option for alternative entry techniques
- Emphasis on strong positioning
Clockwise Off-Ice Lutz Tutorial
In this video, we guide you through the steps to practice a lutz off-ice. We walk you through several preparatory steps before demonstrating the entire jump from start to finish. This tutorial is especially beneficial if you jump to the right.
Key Points:
- Step-by-step preparatory exercises
- Full jump demonstration
- Tips for right-rotation jumpers
Conclusion
These tutorials are designed to help figure skaters of all levels improve their jump techniques both on and off the ice. By practicing these drills and exercises regularly, you can build the muscle memory and strength needed to execute your jumps flawlessly during your performances. Be sure to revisit these videos as often as needed and focus on each phase to master your jumps.
Happy Skating!
