UPDATES ON MY DREAM TO LEARN TO ICE-DANCE...WISH ME LUCK!!

[FSWer]

@FSWer, winning Adult Nationals is an incredible accomplishment. However, it is not the same as what you see on tv. Us adults usually fly under the radar which is why you can't find much as far as videos etc on line

What does that mean?

 

[purple skates]

It means that adult skaters aren't on tv and are rarely on YouTube, so it is hard to find information on them.

But there are a lot of really good adult skaters. You just don't see them skate unless you are at an adult competition.

 

[Skittl1321]

If you have a subscription to ice network, adult nationals can be viewed. it is really interesting to see what adult skating looks like at different levels.

 

[Clarice]

"Fly under the radar" means you do something without getting a lot of notice for it. Adult skaters don't usually get stories about them in the newspaper or on TV. We just skate because we love to skate and it doesn't matter whether we're famous or not.

Those of us who start skating as adults may never be as good as the skaters you see on TV, but we still work very hard to learn things and are proud of what we can do. But because what we do isn't as advanced as what the skaters you see on TV can do, most people aren't very interested in our skating.

In the past, I won Bronze Dance at Adult Nationals, but nobody knows who I am, and that's just fine! I worked hard to prepare for that competition, and am very proud of what my partner and I accomplished, but I know that I still have a LOT to learn before anybody would want to go out of their way to watch me skate! (And I'm probably way too old to get super good anyway!) I don't do it to get famous, I do it because I love it.

 

[FSWer]

What Level are Adults? BTW. I start back up with Nick in Jan.

 

[gkelly]

What Level are Adults?

All levels. Some are just beginning. Some were high-level competitors when they were younger and kept skating or came back to skating later in life. And everywhere in between.

What makes them adults is their age. Skill level depends how well they can skate. Or what tests they have passed in some countries such as the US.

BTW. I start back up with Nick in Jan.

Have fun!

 

[Skittl1321]

FSWer -you- are an adult skater.
Your level could be described as "no test" or "adult beginner"

 

[FSWer]

I am considered an Adult Skater?

 

[overedge]

I am considered an Adult Skater?

Anyone who is 21 years or older can be an adult skater in the US. In some countries there is a "young adult" category for skaters who are 18 through 21.

 

[Skittl1321]

I am considered an Adult Skater?

Unless I was wrong about your age... I don't know exactly how old you are.

 

[purple skates]

I am considered an Adult Skater?

Yes.

 

[FSWer]

Yes.

I'm 49 my Friends. BTW. how come I'm not getting e-mail notifacations to replies to my threads?

 

[overedge]

@FSWer if you are 49 you are definitely an adult skater.

 

[FSWer]

COOL!!!!

 

[FSWer]

In Jan. I start back up with my Lessons.

 

[FSWer]

In Jan. I start back up with my Lessons. I just told my Staff that I am really Ichin' to get back on the Ice,and actually start my "On-Ice-Training"!!!! I actually feel the conferdince in myself to know that I will surely do WELL!!! If you ALL have ANY MORE good advice to give me,I will surely take it. As I trust each and every one of you...GUYS!!!

 

[FSWer]

In Jan. I start back up with my Lessons. I just told my Staff that I am really Ichin' to get back on the Ice,and actually start my "On-Ice-Training"!!!! I actually feel the conferdince in myself to know that I will surely do WELL!!! If you ALL have ANY MORE good advice to give me,I will surely take it. As I trust each and every one of you...GUYS!!! [/QUOT

I can't wait to start my On-Ice-Training in Jan.,so I can keep you ALL updated. I'm sure you'll be really proud of me!!

 

[FSWer]

Well everyone...I go back to the Rink for my first Ice-Dance On-Ice-Training seison this Sat. at noon. I'll let you all know how it gos.

 

[KCC]

FSWer, your posts make me smile! I'm not a skater - I just never learned - but I admire anyone, young and older, who goes out there to try. Skating takes a lot of time and practice, and you are starting in the right place with lessons. Please be careful if/when you fall. The ice is hard and cold! I really hope you enjoy it!!

 

[Kecasyl]

FSWer, your posts make me smile! I'm not a skater - I just never learned - but I admire anyone, young and older, who goes out there to try. Skating takes a lot of time and practice, and you are starting in the right place with lessons. Please be careful if/when you fall. The ice is hard and cold! I really hope you enjoy it!!

And might I add, make sure you are taught the right way to fall. Yes, there is a correct way to fall. Have fun @FSWer!

 

[FSWer]

I will...you all have helped me a lot through my Dream. I must say too,that you guys have been a blessing in discise for me. You all are the nicest,kindest,AND safest group of people I have ever known on a Chat board!!!...THANKS A BUNCH!!!

 

[treesprite]

I'm really excited for you! I look forward to hearing about the lesson!

 

[Shyjosie]

I'm really, really happy for you, FSWer, and wish you the best of luck and lots of fun and success on the ice! With a good coach, you'll learn a lot and see progress. Enjoy!

 

[FSWer]

I'm really, really happy for you, FSWer, and wish you the best of luck and lots of fun and success on the ice! With a good coach, you'll learn a lot and see progress. Enjoy!

Thanks. I would love for you guys to come see me.

 

[Yazmeen]

I want you to know that I'm right there with you - I'm learning to skate all over again because I switched to ice dance boots and dance blades, and it's a completely different experience than my old boots and blades. The boot is cut lower, especially in the back, and I have more ankle flexibility, and the blade is shorter and thinner. It's taken me quite a while to get used to these. So in a way we are learning together! I'm rooting for you - best of luck!!!!

 

[eonice]

Thanks. I would love for you guys to come see me.

Not sure how this fits in with forum TOS, but maybe you can record and post some video of you doing your thing down the road.

 

[FSWer]

Not sure how this fits in with forum TOS, but maybe you can record and post some video of you doing your thing down the road.

Gee,how would I do that? BTW. Nick has a tryout. So I hope to go on the 14th.

 

[Clarice]

Gee,how would I do that?

Most people have somebody video them on their phones. If you don't have a phone that can take video, it would be a lot more complicated and probably not worth bothering about.

 

[FSWer]

Hi again everybody!!! Just want to share with you all were I am now...At this point, Nick and I are looking into other options. As far as getting Ice gos. As Newington hasn't been very (balanced I guess you could say) with noon Public Skate Ice-Time on Sat. Nick and I talked about possibly using another day of the week. But for me,it not only would depend on MY work schedule,as well as his...But...also if Staff would be able to bring me. But so far there has been no Sat. Public Skate. So any ideas from you all will be greatly appreciated.

 

[Skittl1321]

Does staff have to bring you? Can you use a service like Uber?