How to do Backward Crossovers on Figure Skates - Figure Skating Tutorial

[@viktoria8189]

The rink is so empty. I am envious. In here it's always packed and also random hockey lovers train next to you which is scary

[@CoachJulia]

We are fortunate here to have two year round sheets of ice. I filmed this on an adults only session, so it was nice and quiet. I get it with the hockey players, their style of skating sure doesn’t mix well with figure skating.

[@purpledawn2727]

At least you have a rink. Where I live we only have outside rinks which off course are only open in winter(usually around christmas time), and they're not maintained that well. So I only get very few skating sessions every year😭 I'm so sad about that.

[@viktoria8189]

@@purpledawn2727 well, we are into hockey and figure skating. It would be strange not to have one. But still feels like we don't have enough. They are always packed)

[@purpledawn2727]

@@viktoria8189 "we are into hockey and figure skating, it would be strange not to have one"...? I don't get what you mean. I'm also into figure skating, but that doesn't mean that there are rinks available to me. Just because people are into figure skating(or anything else) it doesn't automatically mean that there are facilities available.

[@Elena0161]

oh man! I totally get you! in the city next to us is ice ring with public skating in winter months and its always packed! sooo many kids, so many teens playing "catch me" even adult men with kids doing stuping things... worst skating ever when grown ups with kids are skating reclessly around you, not caring if you can stop or if they don´t run under your feet... :( I always loved figure skating... but after mild winters last couple of years there is no other chance to skate, only in hockey rings inside... :(

[@nea3552]

I don’t know why but lately I’ve been so interested in figure skating and I really want to start doing it, I’m 16 and it looks so cool and fun

[@CoachJulia]

It is cool and fun!!! It is never to late to start, so give it a try! 😄

[@isabelpeters1762]

I started skating like 2 months before i turned 16, ive been doing it for like 9 months now! Its so much fun

[@yeehaw3818]

ThriveDiaries I’d love to start but I live an hour away from the nearest rink and my parents don’t want me doing it (im 15)

[@yukianimates6839]

Not Me SAAAAAAME! I have been watching so many skating videos lately! My whole KZbin history is BTS vids and skating! Lol (I’m 13 tho)

[@jessicaannadewi163]

Me too and I’m 17

[@cathytussing4718]

Love all the adults skating in your rink! Adults skate too!!⛸🏆❤️

[@CoachJulia]

Isn’t it great?! We have a great adult skating community here, as well as three “coffee club” sessions a week that are adults only.

[@blitheringape5321]

was there some idea that they don't?

[@quokkarii]

@@blitheringape5321 Yup. I'm 12 and everyone says I started too late and that I'll get nowhere. Jokes on them I go once a month and I'm improving quite a bit! I wish to go more often though.

[@curtpriestley2107]

@@quokkarii its NEVER too late if you're dedicated enough

[@judjohns59]

As a 60 year old who just learned to skate again 2 years ago, this is fantastic thank you! I now understand what I need to fix to get my crossovers and some backwards speed!

[@CoachJulia]

You are welcome! Glad you found it helpful! I love hearing about adults getting into figure skating!

[@MsSlucyna]

I wish I did it

[@michaelsuzio4364]

I'm 39 just started ice skating again after a 21 year break...I'm on my 4th skate session in 2 months I can forward crossover decently I did 2 backwards the last time but only skated backwards a half lap 3 times...I only ice skated 4 hours before the recent sessions

[@GT-pm9dp]

♥ Im 58, a beginner. Some childhood speed skating experience caused my several falls for a start:( . But I still want to continue

[@annetterazis4200]

I'm 65 - I started ice skating for the first time in January 2023!

[@colinastin54]

I skated a bit as a teen and now aged 73 I just picked it up again (restarted after lockdown). You're never too old! I love these tutorials which are so helpful as a foundation for practice.

[@CoachJulia]

Oh I love hearing stories like this! Thanks for the positivity!

[@GT-pm9dp]

Very similar experience. 58, your message is encouraging to me. Tks~~

[@cherylstefanowitz5514]

Want to try too at 60 but my knees are bad. Would love to try again.

[@andreirojas]

i'm working in my roller blades on land, and trust me this is working perfectly for getting the skating-backward skill. Thanks from Chili

[@CoachJulia]

Glad to hear it’s helping! Hello to you in Chili!

[@warm_lettuce473]

@@sharlyne9701 rollerblading and ice-skating are pretty similar but rollerskates can be slightly different

[@hobbybugs1286]

Backwards crossovers are much easier then forward ones lol ive now learnt all my crossovers on my rollerblades

[@mack116]

My mom is a coch and I’ve been skating with her since 2 and I’m 8 and I just landed a axel and dubbel toe!!

[@CoachJulia]

Congratulations! That’s awesome!

[@geetika6540]

that's impressive. I'm 13 and still cant balance on ice

[@ThisCynsOriginal]

Keep skating and stay in school!!

[@aesteriab3088]

well done!!!!! :))

[@8klynn__]

You're gonna go far in your life!

[@martinripley5981]

You're just getting too good at this video instruction thing... What a great resource for your students and everybody else on KZbin wanting to learn moves in the field in easy to understand directions & concepts! Great work again Julia!

[@CoachJulia]

Thanks so much! Glad for your continued encouragement. I am definitely feeling more and more at ease with this whole video instruction thing. 😁

[@legitlyspelunking]

I've been skating for 10 months so I already know how to do these BUT I learned a lot from your tutorial! Like I'm def not using my inside leg as much as I should. I'll have to make more of an effort to do that and see what difference it makes!

[@CoachJulia]

Glad to know you were able to get something out of it!

[@емілі-п1в]

Yes! Most skaters don’t receive the more important training on the inside leg to generate speed and smoothness

[@Sarahhh]

I thought being 26 would be too late for me to take lessons, but seeing those older women skating so beautifully I definitely dont want to give up my dream. I always loved figure skating and hope one day i can improve my skills. Great video!

[@CoachJulia]

26 is definitely not too old to learn! Go for it!!

[@TheFunnygym]

Im 25 and just started training in a program for adults. Go for it, it's so fun😄

[@jaimiegauvin4147]

I'm 42 and just started adult classes at my local rink. I'm loving these tutorials :)

[@mariac.5163]

I’m 41 and I got started last year !!! It’s never too late to start learning anything as long you have passion for it

[@chonaV]

Is there a pill at Walmart I can buy that would automatically let me do these moves?

[@CoachJulia]

Lol. Wouldn’t that make it easier. 😆

[@hellstoastt]

if only. they only sell them at target. if you're willing to look though, some places sell pills that let you land all your single jumps!

[@michaelsuzio4364]

@Jessy D I've fallen about 3-4 times I'm considering wearing a helmet to ice skate I skate decently fast(can forward crossover backwards a little bit but slower and can stop from a low speed) but still have trouble stopping

[@maryanngardner2639]

Your description of scooping with the inside leg blade instead of just sliding it out really finished this skill for me, helped me shift the weight, and feel more balanced.

[@CoachJulia]

I am so glad to hear I could help you!

[@iamsuperbored8516]

I’ve been skating for just over a year now, and I’ve been really struggling getting my backwards crossovers. Thank you so much for this tutorial! I can’t wait to try these tips next time I skate!

[@CoachJulia]

Happy to help!

[@ChocolateJewels]

Just turned 49. Haven’t really skated since I was a kid. I don’t know what came over me this past Xmas, but I took the fam to the rink to do something together. I forgot how much fun skating can be! Started taking group lessons a week ago; now I’m obsessed with wanting to learn as much as I can. Your tutorials and Coach Mary’s are really good. Can’t wait to practice :)

[@CoachJulia]

So much fun! Welcome back to the Ice!

[@midgechickma]

Julia thanks to your 'zoom in' captures my clockwise back x have significantly improved. Had to go back to this video so I can work on counterclockwise.

[@CoachJulia]

Thank you so much and I am glad you are finding my videos helpful!!

[@patticarey9016]

She makes it look so easy. I'd be tripping all over the place.

[@CoachJulia]

Patti Carey awe, thank you! I’ve had lots of years to practice.

[@oliviaraasch]

Your instructions are so clear and easy to follow. Thank you for helping all of us learn

[@CoachJulia]

Thank you so much. I am glad to hear you enjoyed my tutorials.

[@nebulonicc]

I have been teaching myself for about two years, only to learn I've been spinning and jumping opposite ways. I neglected to learn crossovers on both feet so now I have to start from the beginning to get my counter-clockwise scratch spin down. Your video has really helped me and I feel confident I'll be back to learning spins in no time.

[@CoachJulia]

I am so glad to hear my videos have helped you! I love hearing to positive feedback. I will get more tutorials up for you as soon as I can. 😁

[@emma-iq2ty]

Before i started figure skating, I always watched your videos and they’ve helped me so much. When i started figure skating i have already knew all of the beginners moves thanks to you so it was easier for me to move to the more difficult moves and it took way less time than it usually would!❤️ Thank you for helping us❤️❤️

[@CoachJulia]

Oh I love hearing that! Thanks for sharing, and congratulations on starting figure skating!

[@polaalang5299]

I'm starting figure skating (pretty late, I'm now 14) But I do know some skills. I was working on my crossovers but I struggled, then I came across this. I'm excited to be at the rink again to try this!❤

[@CoachJulia]

It is never to late to start figure skating! Glad you decided to give it a try.

[@dramioneforlive7871]

@@CoachJulia I would also LOVE to start it. Unfortunately, every teacher I asked said, that with 15 I'm to old for this... Do you have any tips for me? I would really be happy to learn it. Lovely Greetings.

[@milstherat765]

Same! I always thought I started too late 😂

[@CoachJulia]

It’s never to late! Give it a try if it is something you are interested in!

[@Алискинблог]

Pau Valdemar you are only late when you are 120y.o. If younger, everything is fine;)

[@patiodee]

I just started playing hockey at 43 and am struggling with going backwards with any speed and this is so so so helpful. It now makes so much sense how some players can accelerate going backwards -- they are using the inside edge and doing that scooping motion. Thank you so much! You are a wonderful teacher, I can't wait to try this!

[@CoachJulia]

Good luck out on the ice! I am glad I could bring you some clarity!

[@StillAliveAndKicking_]

My skating coach corrected my backwards crossovers and now I can get so much speed it can be very scary. I’m working on doing them slower, with more control, so I don’t have to think about them. Nice video.

[@CoachJulia]

Thanks I appreciate that. Glad to hear your crossovers are coming along.

[@rienn8559]

Lol I was going super fast with backwards crossovers, wasn't bending enough then my foot tripped over my blade xd you can guess what happened after LMAO

[@psi-pisi]

After watching this countless times I finally started to do it, still not as fast or good looking as you are doing it but still it's something! I don't know why but I feel like the advanced one is easier than the normal one 😅

[@CoachJulia]

Hey, so exciting to hear you are starting to get this move down! And glad you found my tutorial helpful.

[@емілі-п1в]

Truthfully it is once you get the hang of it and the feel of those edges!

[@keithbrown8814]

@@CoachJulia your crossovers are beautiful!!... you look like an Olympian...I know this will probably sound funny but I find the backwards skating with crossovers to be fascinating as the best skaters build their power and speed as they round that curve in the rink ( I would crash and burn into the wall doing this I'm sure!!!)....

[@ninastober4698]

Thank you Julia for all the great very well explained videos. We are a group of figure skating beginners with mixed levels and we all use your videos to correct our misstakes or watch it to get behind the technics. You are explaining everything step by step and encouraging us to just go forward if we feel comfortable with our progress. It really helps to do things on our own speed. So: Best skating tutorials i know!! We love you.

[@krecray]

The rink just came back since it's winter where I am, and now I'm really interested in figure skating. If I had more space at the rink, I'd love to try this. Thank u for the clear explanation and tutorial😄

[@CoachJulia]

Glad you enjoyed the tutorial!

[@ronvanrijn1956]

You are the best teacher in figure skating I have seen on KZbin. My backward Crossovers have been improved since becaue of your very good explanation . I am 65 years old. I thank you very much for your uploads. My Greetings out of Holland

[@jodileonforte3810]

The part that knocked me out was how she purposely clinks her toe picks and doesn't go flying. What unbelievable control.

[@CoachJulia]

Awe, thanks. years of practice.

[@vricop]

This is the best tutorial about backward crossovers I found on youtube. Was looking for inline skating backward crossovers but it works the same way. Great video, thanks!

[@CoachJulia]

Thank you so much, I really appreciate the positive feedback.

[@haroldfishtkd]

I've been watching a lot of backward crossover tutorials from hockey players (because I want to be a better hockey player), but this tutorial is better than all of them. I'm looking forward to getting back on the ice and mastering this technique. Thank you!

[@CoachJulia]

Great to hear! Thanks for your positivity here!

[@craigmelchiano72]

Finally someone can break this down and knows how to teach. Thank you very much : )

[@CoachJulia]

So glad I could help!

[@stevee789]

I am just “restarting “ with ice skating and your videos are a real pleasure to watch

[@CoachJulia]

Thank you! Welcome back to the ice!

[@berrybabie7254]

thank you so much youve helped me so much with figure skating, im trying to self-teach myself in figure skating, so thank you for teaching us!

[@CoachJulia]

You are so welcome! I am glad I can help.

[@marlinakarimi4781]

I took lessons way back when in elementary school and never got to learn to jump. Your videos are great for reviewing what I remember and how to improve the abilities I lost. thank you for your content!

[@CoachJulia]

I appreciate that! Glad you are finding them helpful.

[@nicco2338]

Wow! The more advanced crossover looks so smooth and pretty. I can't wait to get on the ice this morning and try it.

[@CoachJulia]

Have fun!

[@loopchangeloop696]

Really like your tutorials. It's always good to review the fundamentals, and break everything down. Thanks!

[@CoachJulia]

He, thanks so much for the positive feedback. So glad you enjoy my tutorials.

[@buisnas]

Excellent breakdown of the movements and body positioning. I’ve watched many videos but none this clear.

[@CoachJulia]

i am so glad you found it clear and helpful!

[@емілі-п1в]

Perfect and very complete training….too many skaters don’t get the basics on the inside edge to generate speed….the “scoop” method!

[@CoachJulia]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@SJ-cc6fp]

This is one of my favourite ice skating moves! I am still at level 2 at the moment but I can’t wait to be able to do these and feel like I’m flying around the rink. Gotta keep practicing! Thanks for all the tips, especially about weight placement and inside and outside edge. Helps so much with my skating.

[@melissaandrade4137]

Man, why I'm watching this. I dont even practice figure skating LMAO. but loved it

[@CoachJulia]

Maybe because skating is fun as a participant, or as a spectator. Either way, thanks for watching! 😊

[@alexsasmrchannel]

this was so well explained! I’m going to try today 😄 thank you so much

[@CoachJulia]

Good luck with your practice!

[@alexsasmrchannel]

@@CoachJulia thank you, it went great! I can’t believe I was able to do it 😄 I was confused at first but rewatched the video before going on the ice again and understood right away ❤️

[@maytmdmrw]

So happy you’re back! Thank you for another great and well explained tutorial, looking forward to the next one ⛸

[@CoachJulia]

Happy to be back!! Thanks for sticking with me!

[@maytmdmrw]

ThriveDiaries I absolutely love your videos and your Instagram, subscriber and follower for life 💙⛸

[@Thoughtspresso]

I think you've made the best and most helpful video tutorial for backwards crossovers I have referenced so far. Thank you so much for this!

[@CoachJulia]

Oh I am so happy to hear that you liked it! Thank you for the positive feedback.

[@marilynbrindley6481]

Wow you make it look so easy. I really like the way you break it down explaining. Thank you. I am looking forward to my next ice skating moment.

[@CoachJulia]

Glad it was helpful!

[@mtmals9786]

Thanks for a great series. Very clear and meaningful instructions. Back on ice at 78 after over 20 years off ice...lots of work but your lessons are really helpful. Thanks!

[@CoachJulia]

Oh my goodness! Welcome back tho the ice. That is awesome.

[@oliviablairj4872]

i love ice skating with my whole heart. I’ve been using my roller blades to practice since I can’t go ice skating everyday, but ive made improvements!!!

[@fearfulcat]

This is the best break down of a skating move I've scene. You really broke it down into manageable easy to follow steps. Thank you.

[@CoachJulia]

Glad to be able to help!

[@tanyasomerset]

I have just taken up skating age 50. I love it. I find your tutorials immensely helpful. Thank you so much coach Julia! xx

[@CoachJulia]

Oh my gosh, how exciting! Welcome to figure skating!

[@tanyasomerset]

@@CoachJulia Thank you. I just can’t get enough of it!! I can’t think why I didn’t discover it years ago!! Your videos are really helping me. Thank you xx

[@lemonly4279]

Thank you so much for posting videos like these! I've always wanted to get into figure skating, but since I live in Florida it's not that easy to find a skating rink so I decided to pick up rollerblading and all of the tutorials I've found for rollerblading has been helpful, but not as helpful as yours. It's really easy to apply whatever your doing in the video even if I don't have the same skate as you do. You also explain things really well so that was another really big thing. Thank you!!

[@CoachJulia]

You're so welcome! I am truly glad to hear that my tutorials are helping skaters of all types. that’s awesome.

[@brookek8539]

I just want to say your videos are awesome, I'm on inline figure skates at the moment due to covid, and I was struggling until I saw your videos and I've finally got the backwards crossovers down right, keep up the awesome videos

[@CoachJulia]

Great to hear! So happy my videos helped.

[@desimarseille]

If you know how to free line on street free skates this will make so much more sense on how to transition in ice/figure skating. Thanks for this tutorial!

[@yugiohlegend]

I wish I could like this video 1000 times. I rollerblade and wanted to learn how to do backwards crossovers, but I knew I couldn’t. I watched for 5 minutes and was able to do a bad one, but hey progress is progress. Thank you!!!!

[@CoachJulia]

I am so glad to hear my teaching helped you!!

[@yugiohlegend]

@@CoachJulia ❤️ Progressing is so fun and keeps me motivated to keep skating. It’s almost addicting learning a new skill 😂

[@haddiekim]

I've been struggling with back crossovers and this video finally made it click for me! Using the inside leg and that scooping motion really made a difference. I'd love a tutorial on one foot spins, especially with a 3-turn and/or a backward crossover entry.

[@CoachJulia]

Love getting feedback like this! So glad that my video helped you! I have a one foot spin tutorial in the plans, so stick with me and I will get it recorded soon.

[@michaelsuzio4364]

The back crossover on ice skates is 4-5 times harder to learn than on rollerblades/quad skates..same with stopping

[@Prince_Charming_1]

You are so great at explaining and demonstrating how to skate back crossovers. The best training video on the youtube. Thank you so much for your hard work in making this awesome lesson for us to learn. I just subscribed to your channel from watching this vidoe alone.

[@CoachJulia]

Thank you so much for the positive feedback! Glad you are enjoying my videos.

[@Prince_Charming_1]

@@CoachJulia You're welcome! Keep up the great work!

[@aghniailmi7600]

I’ve been struggling a lot with backwards crossovers - thank you so much for such a great video! It was definitely helpful!

[@CoachJulia]

Glad it was helpful!

[@maydeline2776]

i already know how to do them but still, i want to have perfect basics technique and sometimes i struggle with them, your videos are so so helpful!!!

[@김의전쟁]

She skates well and she's pretty! I'm really envious!😍😍😍

[@CoachJulia]

You are so kind

[@bluegloriousgames]

I love the backwards cross-over it's my fave move on the ice

[@CoachJulia]

It's a great move! It feels like flying!

[@karebear81184]

Your videos are awesome and so helpful for this adult skater! I love to see the progressions and exercises, and listen to your detailed explanations. Keep up the good work!

[@CoachJulia]

Oh thank you so much for the positive feedback! I am so glad you are finding my tutorials helpful!! 😀

[@ollie8314]

Your videos have been so helpful to me! I started skating a little over a month ago and since I wasn't able to find group lessons for a while, youtube's been my best friend. Your videos are very easy to follow and help me figure out things like where the weight should be, how the body should be aligned, etc.

[@CoachJulia]

I'm so glad they are helping you!

[@windcoming2073]

What a wonderful teacher!!

[@oceans1730]

Stepwise, clear and detailed. Perfect teaching !

[@CoachJulia]

Thank You!

[@rogg0020]

THANK YOU so much! I am good with basic forward stroking, but I've always wanted to learn more! As a busy 52-year-old mom who has to drive a bit to get to a rink, it's not really feasible to take lessons, but your videos have inspired me to get back on the ice again after several years away from it! (Now let's hope this aging body doesn't trip me up too much!)

[@CoachJulia]

You can do it! Glad I could help inspire you!!

[@emilyfogerty6438]

This is a great tutorial. I love that you explain each step and _how_ to do it. How being the key word.

[@CoachJulia]

I am glad you enjoyed the tutorial!

[@cookingandbakingwithhanan715]

Best tutorial videos hands down.

[@CoachJulia]

Wow, thanks!

[@kingascheibler7671]

I'm 14 and I've just started figure skating. Your videos are so, so helpful! Thank you

[@CoachJulia]

Awe, I love to hear that! Welcome to figure skating!

[@Ema_-xw2ph]

Wow!💯

[@zuzanahudakova8614]

Great stuff, finally a video explaining how to go backwards....can`t wait for the weekend to try it out.

[@CoachJulia]

Zuzana Hudáková I hope it goes well when you give it a try! Good luck!

[@lauracorkill9543]

I am relatively new to figure skating. I am 50 and started taking adult classes in September. I can do the more advanced backward crossovers, but am not comfortable looking backward as I have not really been taught form. I picked up so many good tips from your video and can't wait to get on the ice and practice these moves. I can tell it will take a lot of practice but that's okay. I am also looking forward to watching all of your videos.

[@CoachJulia]

Congratulations on starting skating lessons! That is awesome. glad my videos could help you learn.

[@esthergut0539]

I finally understand the concept THANK YOU, I train alone, and this really really helps

[@CoachJulia]

I am so glad I can help!!

[@goaway9790]

wow, this is one of the only videos that helped! ur a great coach

[@CoachJulia]

Glad it helped!

[@Hans-PSalz]

Hi Julia, fantastic video, so well explained 🤩 I've always been amazed at how people do these backward crossovers and thought it would be impossible for me to do it too. But after watching your instructions, I tested your steps and could start doing it in merely two days! Both sides... Wow. Of course, I need a lot more training to have complete stability on the ice and to be more confident, especially going right (left is easier) but at least I have learned the movements. Thank you so much!😀🥇🥇🥇🥇🥇

[@CoachJulia]

Congrats on making backward crossover progress! So glad you found my video useful

[@Shnewbi]

I’m not new to ice skating but I’m definitely rusty at it since I haven’t done it in like two years. I know I’ll remember things I learned cause muscle memory, but I find this video as a refresher. Thank you

[@silverkitty1496]

Thank you a lot! It helps to much so see the different parts that the crossover is made out of!

[@CoachJulia]

You are welcome! I am glad you found this helpful.

[@luluognam]

My rink is still closed for several weeks, but I love watching your videos to learn off ice! Thanks so much❤️

[@CoachJulia]

It will be so great when the rinks open back up and people can get back to the ice!

[@Nguyen5636]

THANKK YOUUU my teacher taught me in such a different way I was so confused but they’re so easy now after watching this video

[@CoachJulia]

So glad to hear this was helpful!!

[@gisellabarquero2961]

I love the way you teach is so well explained . thank you for teaching.Also makes my wonder about your rinks

[@CoachJulia]

Glad you like them!

[@qiangzheng821]

You super good, me and my son both think you are best in teaching of skating lessons. thank you

[@CoachJulia]

Oh, I appreciate that so much, thank you.

[@catherinecollon9545]

Clear explanations. Thank you from France.

[@CoachJulia]

So glad you enjoyed it.

[@ericlindal8008]

You are a great instructor. Thanks for posting

[@CoachJulia]

Thank you so much!

[@morganleigh5142]

THANK YOU so much!! I've been learning on off-ice skates, and with the help of this video, today I just was finally able to do some backward cross overs! I have been wanting to do these for forever. Thanks again!

[@CoachJulia]

Fantastic! Glad it helped.

[@jessiesjournalyt]

Thank you coach Julia! I’m taking a group lesson where a coach can correct my posture, but your tutorial is more into detail and step by step. It’s a really nice combo imo.

[@CoachJulia]

Sounds like you have a co-coaching situation going on. 😆 But seriously though, It is alway so good to have someone in person who can really see what you are doing and help fix things on the spot. I am glad I can come alongside and just help with clarification when you need it.

[@death2pc]

All basics - platforms - fundamentals are precisely covered/executed, then brought together as one, homogeneously. Excellent progression, presentation, execution. Emphasize the importance of the inside leg/outside edge PUSH..................

[@CoachJulia]

Thanks so much for the positive feedback! So glad you enjoyed my video.

[@Emily_Akantha]

Your explanations are so clear! I love this tutorial 😘

[@CoachJulia]

Thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@agnesholingue994]

I went ice skating nearly every day when I was younger for about 3 years and then stopped for about 2 years I started again about a month ago and im trying to regain my confidence and be able to do this again I can do forwards cross over just now backwards but this really helped

[@cocoquinn5889]

OMG THANK YOU , IM A BOY WHO IS 11 AND USING MY SISTERS ACCOUNT LOL . BUT WHEN I WAS 10 I STARTED TO FEEL LIKE I WANT TO BE A FIGURE SKATER :D

[@katiem3626]

I watched the forward crossover videos and the beginner skating video, and i was able to do crossovers for the first time on ice today! hoping to try more backward skating the next time i go to the rink 😊 Thank you so much for your coaching!

[@CoachJulia]

That's awesome! I am glad to hear it!

[@samchen819]

I love your videos and they help a lot I was wondering if you could do a shoot the duck tutorial? Thank you!

[@CoachJulia]

I am terrible at shoot the ducks, but I have students who are terrific at them! I will see if I can get any of them to help me out!

[@chapin3206]

I’ve just learned shoot the duck and i can honestly tell you it is so much fun. I know I’ll do a pretty bad job explaining but basically you want to get a lot of speed, go into a deep 2 foot dip and then stick your blade out, angling it so that the heel is away from you. (I hope that helps a little bit). I would try off-ice stretching to earn a bit more flexibility

[@ari44478]

thank you so much! The other time I cried for an hour because I really couldn't do my backward crossovers and it was getting more and more annoying for me... I really didn’t know how to do it :/ so now, the next time I go to the rink, I’ll try the exercises in your video and I am sure I’ll succeed after a little practice ! ^^

[@CoachJulia]

I am sorry that you were having such a hard time. I hope my techniques help!

[@ari44478]

​@@CoachJulia I’m now working on backward crossovers in my figure skating lessons and it's getting better ! I am just wondering about something... Do we have to tilt our body to the circle ? For example, if I skate to the right, does my body have to tilt to the right or just stay straight ? thank you in advance :) have a wonderful day!

[@URW1980]

Amazing video, thank you! I’ve been stepping one foot over the other so my crossovers were very clunky but this explains a lot 😀

[@CoachJulia]

Glad to hear you found it informative!! Good luck!

[@URW1980]

Update: I tried this and now I’m flying backwards! Thank you!!! 🙏

[@CoachJulia]

That’s awesome!!!

[@emilylane1229]

Going skating for the first time in months, gonna try this out!

[@CoachJulia]

Sooo exciting! I hope it goes well!

[@yggdrasil9039]

Wow such a clear explanation, thank you

[@stefaniaponitz5738]

This is so awesome. I've always wanted to learn how to do this. I'm not ready to try yet but it's great fun looking forward to it.

[@CoachJulia]

Yay! Keep practicing and I am sure you will be able to pick it up soon.

[@theaxe6198]

Thank you for this. I just learned this today and it was so helpful to review

[@CoachJulia]

Glad it was helpful!

[@elen7495]

Your videos have helped me so much to get new ideas on what to ask my coach to do hahaha

[@CoachJulia]

Hah! That’s awesome!

[@elen7495]

I'm waiting for them to clear the ice and thought I was doing them incorrectly as my coach isn't here today and it truly helped remind me 😘

[@Valentina-ot1oq]

Omg that's the best Tutorial ever! Thank you!

[@CoachJulia]

Thanks. So much for watching! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@betteurbain7911]

I learned to do my back crossovers by skating around the circle containing the giant Christmas tree on the ice rink at The Galleria in Houston, Texas, a beautiful shopping mall modeled after the Galleria in Milan, Italy. The rink is open to the 3 story high arched glass ceiling. It gets very hot in Houston so the ice tended to be soft. As a result, I push very hard. No longer skating but lots of happy memories learning as an adult age 31!

[@CoachJulia]

Oh my gosh, that’s awesome! What a great story. I have seen photos of that rink, it looks gorgeous.

[@harrietjames3653]

I'm starting to practice these moves off the ice in preparation for returning to it after a hip operation!

[@CoachJulia]

Oh my goodness. Well good luck!

[@harrietjames3653]

@@CoachJulia Hi Julia, A year has passed…back on the ice first time last week, can’t wait to practice these! So excited! Thank you so much, love the way you break it right down.

[@phoebejose-balgobin8751]

Honestly these videos are the best to help me learn thankssss

[@CoachJulia]

I am so glad to hear that!

[@emelio7995]

Wow! Good tutorial for beginners. Our rinks here in Cebu City and Manila are always jampacked of unskilled beginners and that really frightened me to meet an accident on ice...LOL! Thanks for this video.

[@CoachJulia]

Glad you liked the tutorial! I hope it helps you

[@xxvickyxx8121]

Why does it look so simple when Julia does it? She makes me acctually understand stuff and she makes everything so much simpler for me.

[@CoachJulia]

Awe, thank you! I am glad you like my teaching style.