Activity
Crossovers
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Inline Skating
Technique: Gliding
Class: Class 2
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Inline Skating
Technique: Gliding
Class: Class 3
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Inline Skating
Technique: Gliding
Class: Class 5
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Inline Skating
Technique: Gliding
Class: Class 6
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Inline Skating
Technique: Gliding
Class: Class 7
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Inline Skating
Technique: Gliding
Class: Class 8
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Inline Skating
Technique: Gliding
Class: Class 9
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Inline Skating
Technique: Gliding
Crossovers
Learning Outcomes
Develop the ability to cross one skate over the other in a forward or backward gliding motion.
Improve edge control, balance, and agility.
Enhance power transfer and speed.
Description Of Activity
- Warm-up: Begin with basic forward and backward skating drills to warm up the muscles.
- Demonstration: Demonstrate both forward and backward crossovers, emphasizing the correct body position, edge usage, and arm movement.
- Practice: Have skaters practice both forward and backward crossovers on a straight line, focusing on the crossing motion and the transfer of weight.
- Progression: Gradually increase the speed and distance of the crossovers.
- Drill: Set up cones in a serpentine pattern and have skaters perform crossovers through the course, focusing on agility and control.
Variations
Forward crossovers
Backward crossovers
Crossover turns
Crossovers with a change of direction
Coaching Tips
Encourage skaters to keep their upper body upright and their knees bent.
Emphasize the importance of using the inside edge of the trailing skate to initiate the crossover.
Remind skaters to keep their arms relaxed and use them for balance.
Provide positive reinforcement and constructive feedback.
Equipment/Material Required
Skates
Helmets (for beginners)
Cones (for drills)