This wendsday i am taking ice skating lessons for the first time. I was wondering what i should wear, and bring, and anything else i might need to know about learning to ice skate. thank you!
2006-10-22 07:06:37 · 6 answers · asked by Jasmin E 1 in Sports ➔ Winter Sports
I figure skated from age six to fourteen so i know what im talking about when i say the ice is cold! But, figure skating is invigourating so you'll get warm fast. Wear a button-up or zippup jacket over a longsleeve shirt so it'll be easy to take off when you get warm. I also recommend thin gloves, especially if it's your first lesson, because not only is the air cold, but you'll be on the ground a lot. If you have a skating skirt and tights, that's great. But, if not, don't worry about it. Wear pants made out of a windbreaker material or sweatpants. These will be easier to move around in on the ice than jeans. I don't recommend a hat because you'll just end up taking it off. Some people like to wear a helmet and kneepads. If you feel you need a helmet, go for it, but i doubt that you'll fall on your head. That almost never happens in skating. And kneepads are more of a bother than a help. They restrict your movement too much, making it hard to skate. Have fun and good luck!
2006-10-22 08:28:12 · answer #1 · answered by Megan 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Wear a long sleeves shirt and a jacket with sweatpants. You should bring socks, gloves and a water bottle along as the air is cold and your mouth might feel dry after skating around. If you are a total beginner, you should go to the ice rink about half an hour before your lesson and try walking on the ice to get a feel of it.
2006-10-23 06:36:57 · answer #2 · answered by ispakles 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
wear a sweatshirt or something equally warm. you probably don't need to worry about dressing in layers; since you're just starting out you won't be moving enough to warm your body up. for pants, wear something like sweats or track pants... don't wear jeans!! for your feet, wear tights, or those knee-highs that are make of pantyhose material. the skates should feel snug on your feet.
are you trying skating out for the first time? i'm assuming you will be using rented skates... i would hold off on buying skates until after you've skated enough to decide that you really like it, as skates can be very expensive.
here are two things you'll want to remember: 1) bend your knees, and 2) don't look down.
2006-10-24 13:00:12 · answer #3 · answered by chinagrrl 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I love skating! When i started, I saw a lot of people looking TACKY and not doing well.
-NEVER wear jeans
-If wearing a skort, no skirts, wear tights
-If you have skates bring a towel to get the snow off your blades
-If owning skates, bring soakers and guards (soakers are 10- 25 dollars same 4 guards)
-Bring a bag or suitcase (I got a ZUCA 4 mine)
I did all this and I am in advanced level, been competing, synchro.
BYE
2006-10-23 22:37:58 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dress appropriately for exercise in cool weather - trousers, long sleeved shirt, a hoodie. I like to wear gloves. Wear thin socks - trouser socks, or nylons, or microfiber tights. You don't want to wear thick socks. You want to be able to feel the skates. Bring a bottle of water.
You'll have a blast. Remember, we were ALL beginners once, so don't be shy out there. Enjoy!
2006-10-23 16:38:33 · answer #5 · answered by RoaringMice 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
bring a hat, gloves, wear pants and something layered, like a sweater of jacket. nothing too heavy because you will stay warm skating around. if you have knee pads, bring those just in case! my daughter took those lessons and she said the worst part was hurting her knees. good luck, have fun! :)
2006-10-22 14:09:51 · answer #6 · answered by advicemom 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋