Adult Figure Skating 101 Ready set glide Author:Joy Levy This is a simple instruction book for adult figure skaters and for coaches to learn figure skating techniques based on elements from the United Figure Skating Association's adult basic skills program and other advanced moves. It contains helpful tricks and observations that adults learners will especially appreciate. From first getting on the ic... more »e through jumps and spins, the adult figure skater will have a good basic knowledge to begin a great love affair with the ice. Through detailed photographs and illustrations, the skater will be able to get a handle on how to perform basic elements. This book does not make any guarantees, it contains easily explained information on many fundamental skating moves. Taking it further is up to the skater and his or her coach. But reading this should definitely set skaters in the right direction! It also includes inspirational words to get adult skaters motivated and past the fear they might be feeling towards trying something new. (recently revised)« less