Figure Skating

Figure skating is a recreational and competitive sport in which individuals, pairs, or groups perform on ice using ice skates. It combines elements of sport and artistic performance, incorporating jumps, spins, footwork, and intricate choreography set to music. The term “figure” refers to the patterns skaters make on the ice, historically tracing specific designs or “figures.” Figure skating competitions evaluate skaters based on technical skill and artistic impression. The sport includes various disciplines, such as singles, pairs, and ice dance, each emphasizing different skills and styles. Figure skating is governed by organizations like the International Skating Union (ISU).