Double Pole to One Skate

Goal

Force is applied to the poles beginning with torso flexing, then shoulder, then elbow, and wrist joints extend.

Helps when a skier is too stiff in their upper body when skating.

Details

Ski 3 double poling actions focused on loading the poles. Then ski 3 One Skate actions still focused on loading the poles. Repeat the pattern.

Manoeuvres

Skill

Note: Tasks can be adapted to different manoeuvres, skills, and skiers. Try them. Be creative.