Activity

Stopping Techniques

Class: Class 1
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Inline Skating
Technique: Braking/Stopping

Class: Class 2
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Inline Skating
Technique: Braking/Stopping

Class: Class 3
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Inline Skating
Technique: Braking/Stopping

Class: Class 4
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Inline Skating
Technique: Braking/Stopping

Class: Class 5
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Inline Skating
Technique: Braking/Stopping

Class: Class 6
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Inline Skating
Technique: Braking/Stopping

Class: Class 7
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Inline Skating
Technique: Braking/Stopping

Class: Class 8
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Inline Skating
Technique: Braking/Stopping

Class: Class 9
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Inline Skating
Technique: Braking/Stopping

Stopping Techniques

Learning Outcomes

Learn various stopping techniques.
Improve balance and control.
Develop the ability to stop smoothly and safely.

Description Of Activity

Warm-up: Begin with light jogging or marching in place to warm up the muscles.
T-Stop: Demonstrate the T-stop technique, where the skater brings one foot across the other to create friction and slow down.
Snowplow Stop: Demonstrate the snowplow stop, where the skater brings their feet together in a V-shape to slow down.
Practice: Have students practice both stopping techniques, focusing on balance and control.
Cool-down: End with a light stretch, holding each stretch for 10-15 seconds.

Variations

Practice stopping from different speeds.
Practice stopping from different directions.
Practice stopping with different techniques.

Coaching Tips

Encourage students to keep their weight centered over their feet.
Remind students to apply pressure to the inside edge of the blade to create friction.
Provide positive reinforcement and constructive feedback.

Equipment/Material Required

Skates
Helmet