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Figure Skating Scoring Explained: How the IJS (International Judging System) Works

Figure Skating Scoring Explained: How the IJS (International Judging System) Works

In this blog post, we'll break down how the IJS works in plain English. We'll cover the core components of a score – the Technical Element Score (TES) and the Program Component Scores (PCS) – and concepts like Grade of Execution (GOE), levels, and base values.

Ice Skating Terms Explained (Like You’re Not at the Olympics)

Ice Skating Terms Explained (Like You’re Not at the Olympics)

Ice Skating Terms Explained (Like You’re Not at the Olympics) If you’ve ever heard some...
Understanding Rockers — The Curve That Changes Everything - Adults Skate Too LLC

Understanding Rockers — The Curve That Changes Everything

Understanding Rockers: The Curve That Changes Everything Ever swap out your figure s...
The Ultimate Blade Guide for Adult Figure Skaters

The Ultimate Blade Guide for Adult Figure Skaters

Your no-nonsense guide to figure skating blades! Learn what toe picks, rockers, and blade styles actually mean — made for adult skaters.