"Ballet for Figure Skaters" is celebrating 10 consecutive years on the web! The very first of its kind it was hailed as one of the most unique and informative websites of the time. Originally designed as an informational website for skaters, coaches and ballet teachers of figure skaters, and in conjunction with the Ballet for Figure Skaters e-group gained world renown without "marketing" or paid advertising of any kind; affirming that a good product can still be effectively promoted, even on a global scale, by word of mouth!
In celebration of our 10th anniversary, a $10.00 discount on "Fundamentals of Alignment and Classical Movement for Figure Skaters" is being offered for a limited time only.*
* While supplies last
 'Fundamentals of Alignment and Classical Movement for Figure Skaters' blew me away! Annette's exquisite application of figure skating and her holistic view of developing artistry can be used as a competitive advantage for any aspiring figure skater. She is absolutely right that there is no way artistry can be added after skating technique is perfected. I took ballet three times a week for about 10 years while I was competing. I could not have achieved the skating quality or competitive success that I did without submitting myself to ballet’s classical training. It is a "must have" for any competitive figure skater. |
Ryan Jahnke
2003 World Team Member
7-time National Medalist
10-year U.S. Figure Skating Team Member
Founder of MySkatingMall.com |
'Fundamentals of Alignment and Classical Movement for Figure Skaters' answers and illustrates what artistic skating is all about. This book is a treasure that will bring us back to true form and grace. No one does it better. |
Rikki Samuels
Figure Skating coach at Rockefeller Center and Chelsea Piers
Gold Medalist in Figures and Freestyle
Former Mid-Atlantic Senior Ladies Champion
Four-time National Competitor and author of "Kids Book of Figure Skating"
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Annette T. Thomas is quite obviously a passionate, fabulous teacher who has left no stone unturned in her amazingly comprehensive, thoroughly researched workbook, Fundamentals of Alignment & Classical Movement for Figure Skaters. Skating teachers complain every year that the absence of figures makes it harder to teach because fewer skaters learn the necessary kinesthetic awareness that was developed over time through the practice of figures. Other acrobatic aspects of figure skating have developed by leaps and bounds. So have injuries. In her holistic approach of working from the inside out, Annette T. Thomas brilliantly guides you in developing this awareness through multiple learning styles. She covers in words, exercises and exquisite photographs how to achieve correct body alignment. Annette T. Thomas covers all 11 systems of the Human Body (skeletal, muscle, nervous, etc) injury prevention, core strength, flexibility exercises, posture, arm positions, hand positions, jumps, barre exercises, warm ups, muscle memory and much more. Some coaches say point your toe or straighten your leg, but Annette shows the right and wrong way (and why) to do it. She has great tips and fun exercises to do both on and off the ice. My skaters love how lifesavers candies can be used to develop beautiful hands! She makes complicated theories and concepts accessible to the reader with a fresh approach and a new viewpoint. Annette T. Thomas has given the skating world a great gift-I HIGHLY recommend this workbook for coaches, skaters, parents and judges. |
June Clark, PSA
USFS Double Gold Medalist
Teacher/Coach for 35 years |
The most complete and detailed work that has ever been written for figure skaters and professional coaches. Great knowledge of classical ballet most importantly the Vaganova Method, the precise technique and system of instruction that includes development of lower back strength, upper body grace, flowing arm movement and the requisite strength, flexibility and endurance needed in figure skating performance. This method and base of training is a must for every serious skating pro and athlete. Methods of Implementations are easy to understand and they work. Finally, a book that really explains the importance of classical education and ballet to the sport of figure skating. |
Gizo Ujarmeli
Executive Manager and Founder of SkateGold LLC
Two-Time German National Cup Winner
Former Member of German National Team |
 Annette Thomas has written an important book for the skating community that, if followed, will prepare skaters to reach their ultimate capacity. This book is intelligent, insightful and educational. If every skater and coach used it, I am sure we would have a higher caliber of skaters. |
Ricky Harris
Choreographer-Educator-Author |
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