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Maths in ice skating: practice repetitions

Count sets of practice moves as equal groups.

Quick answer

Maths in ice skating: practice repetitions means counting the number of times you repeat a skating move, like jumps or spins, as equal groups to help you practice and improve your skills.

Learning outcome

By the end of this page, you will be able to count practice repetitions in ice skating as equal groups and use this to track your progress. Success signs:
  • You can count how many times you do a move, like jumps or spins
  • You can group these moves into sets
  • You can use this counting to track how much you're practising
  • You can understand that repeating moves helps you get better

Why this matters

Counting practice repetitions helps you understand how much you are working on a skill. Just like in maths, when you repeat something, you are making equal groups. This helps you get better at ice skating, and it's a useful skill for learning in many areas of life. When you count how many times you do a move, you can see how much practice you’ve done and how much more you need to improve.

How it works

Ice skating practice involves repeating moves over and over. Each time you do a move, it counts as one repetition. If you do a jump 5 times, that’s 5 repetitions. If you do 3 jumps, that’s 3 repetitions. When you do the same move multiple times, you’re making equal groups. For example, if you do 4 spins and each spin is one repetition, you have 4 repetitions in one group. If you do 3 groups of 4 spins, that’s 12 spins in total.

Examples you can see

Let’s look at some examples of ice skating practice moves and how we count them. Example 1: Jump repetitions If a skater does 6 jumps in a row, that’s 6 repetitions. If they do 3 sets of 6 jumps, that’s 3 groups of 6 jumps, which equals 18 jumps in total. Example 2: Spin repetitions If a skater spins 5 times in one move, and they do that move 4 times, they’ve done 4 groups of 5 spins, which equals 20 spins in total. Example 3: Combination moves If a skater does 2 jumps, then 3 spins, and repeats this combination 3 times, they’ve done: - 3 sets of (2 jumps + 3 spins) = 3 sets of 5 moves = 15 moves in total

Try it as a mini adventure

Adventure: The Skating Challenge Imagine you’re a young ice skater preparing for a competition. You have a list of moves you need to practice: 1st time: 3 jumps 2nd time: 3 jumps 3rd time: 3 jumps 4th time: 3 jumps How many jumps have you done in total? Step-by-step 1. Count how many times you repeat the move: 4 times 2. Count how many jumps in each repetition: 3 jumps 3. Multiply to find the total: 4 × 3 = 12 jumps You’ve done 12 jumps in total! Now, try this: 1st time: 2 spins 2nd time: 2 spins 3rd time: 2 spins 4th time: 2 spins How many spins have you done in total? Step-by-step 1. Count how many times you repeat the move: 4 times 2. Count how many spins in each repetition: 2 spins 3. Multiply to find the total: 4 × 2 = 8 spins You’ve done 8 spins in total!

Common mistakes

  • Mistake: Forgetting to count all repetitions
    Why it happens: It’s easy to lose track when doing many moves.
    Fix: Use your fingers or a small object to count each repetition.
  • Mistake: Mixing up the number of groups and repetitions
    Why it happens: Confusing how many times you do a move versus how many moves you do.
    Fix: Think of groups as sets of the same move, and repetitions as how many times you do that move.
  • Mistake: Counting the same move twice
    Why it happens: When doing moves quickly, it's easy to lose track.
    Fix: Say the move out loud each time you do it, so you know how many times you've done it.

Parent and carer guide

Parents and carers can support their child by:
  • Encouraging them to count how many times they do each move
  • Using a small notebook or phone to write down how many repetitions they do
  • Helping them track progress over time
  • Using simple multiplication to check their total repetitions
  • Making it fun by turning counting into a game or challenge
What to say: - “Let’s count how many times you do that jump.” - “You did 4 groups of 3 spins, so that’s 12 spins in total.” - “Great job keeping track of your practice!” What not to worry about: - It's normal for children to make mistakes in counting. - The goal is to help them understand the concept, not to be perfect. - Keep it fun and not too stressful.

Practice questions

  1. How many jumps if you do 5 jumps 3 times?
  2. How many spins if you do 4 spins 5 times?
  3. How many moves if you do 2 jumps and 3 spins 4 times?
  4. How many jumps if you do 6 jumps 2 times?
  5. How many spins if you do 3 spins 6 times?
Answers:
  1. 5 × 3 = 15 jumps
  2. 4 × 5 = 20 spins
  3. (2 + 3) × 4 = 5 × 4 = 20 moves
  4. 6 × 2 = 12 jumps
  5. 3 × 6 = 18 spins

FAQ

What is a repetition in ice skating?

A repetition is one time you do a move, like a jump or spin.

Why is counting repetitions helpful?

Counting repetitions helps you track how much you are practising and see your progress over time.

How can I make counting repetitions more fun?

You can use a timer, make a chart, or play a game where you count out loud.

Can I use multiplication to count repetitions?

Yes! If you do 4 moves 3 times, that’s 4 × 3 = 12 moves in total.

How can I help my child with repetitions?

Encourage them to count out loud, use a chart, or practice with a timer to make it fun and engaging.